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Dec 19, 2005 | 09:25 PM

#21

CJB

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Back to seats?

I am using Corbeau GTA Lo Backs for comfort over the KIRKEY selections. Each seat is around 18lbs, if I remember correctly frame guides 5 to 7lbs? Really comfortable good fit.

Dec 19, 2005 | 09:31 PM

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LT-4 CE

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From: Everyday you must choose between the pain of discipline and the pain of regret. Fredericktown, OH

Quote:

Originally Posted by mackeyred96

Sam, My car is a NeverLift in Jersey right now have alot of the things done you have mentioned.

Kirkey seats, battery to the back, 5 gal fuel cell, pinto manual rack and pinion steering, Strange racing brakes, Removed abs and power system, plus a few other things. I hope to save afew hundred pounds, i'll post some photos soon.

Very cool. I look forward to hearing/seeing how it turns out.

Dec 20, 2005 | 12:01 AM

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briannutter

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From: Cleveland oh

I Love how this post just keeps goin' and goin'

Just like the energizer bunny. Up every few weeks just TAUNTING me to rip all the superflous junk out of my car. Someday on Barret-Jackson, somebodies going to be talking about the crazy guy in Cleveland that tore his Corvette apart, BUT-kept all this junk in his basement. Heck, the parts will be worth more than the CAR by then!

Dec 21, 2005 | 11:32 PM

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1996man

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From: Gainesville Fl

anybody know how much teh actual difference long tube headers vs stock manifolds weigh? or how much cats weigh? im really curious exactly how much those light weight hoods save. i heard on this board a while ago that a guy cut all the exces length off of almost every bolt on his car and saved almost 60lbs. can you buy lightweight hardware(screws/bolts/nuts ect) that is still strong?

Dec 22, 2005 | 04:29 AM

#25

bill mcdonald

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Quote:

Originally Posted by 1996man

On some hot rod tv show, they did a thing on a gale banks drag race car. all fasteners/bolts were made of titanuim.

Dec 22, 2005 | 10:08 AM

#26

1996man

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From: Gainesville Fl

where can u get titanium bolts?

Dec 22, 2005 | 01:19 PM

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bill mcdonald

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http://www.racebolts.com/

http://www.unitedtitanium.com/bolts/index.html

just what I found on google in 5 seconds.
Im afraid to look at the price.

Dec 22, 2005 | 04:14 PM

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0ski_dwn_it

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From: St Marys PA

Quote:

Originally Posted by mackeyred96

mack if you could let me know what sorta seat setup/installation you go with, I would like to perhaps move to some seats also.

I am hoping that removing some possible weight, seats, rear window, and some other goods might let my IRS live a little longer. GD'in motor is eating up my entire years bonus I was planning on putting towards a rear setup. Stil might just start hackin on it and then I will have to complete it, like it or not.

Thanks if you can get me some info.

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Dec 22, 2005 | 05:54 PM

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Manifolds to Headers

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Originally Posted by 1996man

I don't remember the exact amount between the manifolds to headers and I am at work right now but I have it on my home computer on a spreadsheet...I do remember that the weight savings did surprise me. I actually have made a table for different weights of stuff I took off and the comparison in weight to what I am putting back on. The table is far from complete but it is a good start and that way when someone gets on the forum a year from now asking the same questions that I have been asking I will have a file I can e-mail them.

Dec 22, 2005 | 05:58 PM

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Quote:

Originally Posted by ski_dwn_it

Thanks if you can get me some info.

Maybe we can put our heads together and work out a group purchase with one of the forum supporters. Jegs is now a site supporter and their pricing is typically excellent so maybe a seat deal is possible if we can get enough people together.

Dec 22, 2005 | 06:16 PM

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Lightweight Racing Brakes

New details regarding making your Vette lighter:

http://forums.corvetteforum.com/show...89&forum_id=48

Dec 23, 2005 | 12:19 AM

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95PoloVert

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From: Warren Ohio

[QUOTE=1996man]anybody know how much teh actual difference long tube headers vs stock manifolds weigh? or how much cats weigh? [QUOTE]

Hooker 2151's and no cats dropped just over 40lbs on my '95.

Removing spare tire/jack/lugnut wrench dropped 33lbs.

A/C Delete dropped 23lbs, plus the weight of the refrigerant.

Dec 23, 2005 | 01:23 AM

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JCAIRE2

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From: High Plains Drifter Fayetteville, AR

Quote:

Originally Posted by bill mcdonald

http://www.racebolts.com/

http://www.unitedtitanium.com/bolts/index.html

just what I found on google in 5 seconds.
Im afraid to look at the price.

Titanium Hex Head Bolt 3/8-16X1
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0.370 ounces / 10.49 grams
Your Price: $6.95

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0.480 ounces / 13.61 grams
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0.435 ounces / 12.33 grams
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0.600 ounces / 17.01 grams
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Dec 23, 2005 | 10:02 AM

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1996man

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Quote:

Originally Posted by JCAIRE2

a bit expensive i see!

Dec 23, 2005 | 10:28 AM

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NitrousSam

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Originally Posted by JCAIRE2

That's pretty cool...they are expensive but very stealthy. I wouldn't use them for my entire car but there are some places towards the front that would be cool. It would also save a ton of time rifle drilling some of my existing fasteners.

Dec 24, 2005 | 12:25 AM

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1996man

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rifle drilling? what is that? has anybody here ever tried to lighten their car through hardware like this? even if it is using titanium bolts, cutting excess length off or as you say rifle drilling?

Dec 24, 2005 | 01:16 AM

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GRX

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Lose the spare. I'm going this route...

Dec 24, 2005 | 09:29 AM

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Rifle Drilling

Quote:

Originally Posted by 1996man

rifle drilling? what is that? has anybody here ever tried to lighten their car through hardware like this? even if it is using titanium bolts, cutting excess length off or as you say rifle drilling?

Rifle drilling: Kind of like drilling/machining our the center of a bolt or fastener leaving enough material to still be able to use the faster yet hollow out a sizable portion which removes weight. This is ONLY acceptable on non critical areas of the car. There are MANY areas where you would never want to do this but there are some places that would be non issues. Many people who are willing to spend some extra money can buy aluminum fasters non critical areas or titanium for the critical locations where strength and weight reduction are desired.

Dec 25, 2005 | 10:17 PM

#39

padrummer1

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I may be overstating the obvious, but instead of spending hundreds of dollars on titanium bolts and maching hardware for 5-7 pounds - just go on a diet.

I come from the cycle racing arena and had 220 lb freinds that would spend $400 on titanium rear sets to save 4 lbs. Maybe its not the car that is over weight?

I certainly dont mean to offend anyone! just wanted to chime in. Carry on...

Dec 25, 2005 | 10:49 PM

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NitrousSam

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Weight

If I could remove 10 lbs off the nose or remove 10 lbs from my body from a drag race standpoint I would rather lose the 10lbs off the nose of the car. Money is not the primary issue with what I am doing othewise I would be building a different type of car entirely. Nose weight is very important because the lighter you can get your nose weight the easier it is to get the power to your rear wheels and tires and that is typically how you can hook up a car and get it down the track.

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