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Old Nov 29, 2005 | 09:13 PM
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I was wondering what (other than the intake manifold and airbox) gives the 2001 and newer vettes 5 extra horsepower and 25 ft/lbs of torque? I know i have seen all the differences before but i cant seem to find anything in the search

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Old Nov 29, 2005 | 09:42 PM
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I was wondering what (other than the intake manifold and airbox) gives the 2001 and newer vettes 5 extra horsepower and 25 ft/lbs of torque? I know i have seen all the differences before but i cant seem to find anything in the search

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"Corvette engineers opened up the intake system, enabling the LS1 engine to pull in more air and the camshaft profile to be moderated in lift and overlap."

Taken from the corvette museum...

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http://www.corvettemuseum.com/specs/2001/overview.htm
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