$4,000!!!
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Burning Brakes
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From: Miami Lakes FL
Originally Posted by AMERICAN_HP
Now your talkin... 
FWIW, Even though I'm going with a set of AFR 225'son my current build, I dont really think it would be entirely necessary for your setup. There have been some pretty big leaps in the recent months with LS based heads. If I were you, I would go with a set of Darts, Edelbrocks, etc etc. Theres no reason to drop 2300 on a set of heads when you can spend 1700 and get 99% of the same thing.
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There is a forum member names Geneus with a Z06 that has a head/cam package and some bolt-ons. I'm not sure of the rwhp numbers his car makes, but I do know that he runs consistent low 11's and his car sounds awesome. Send him an IM and perhaps he can lead you in the right direction as far as which heads and what size cam. 
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Burning Brakes
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From: Miami Lakes FL
Originally Posted by Nat04Z06
There is a forum member names Geneus with a Z06 that has a head/cam package and some bolt-ons. I'm not sure of the rwhp numbers his car makes, but I do know that he runs consistent low 11's and his car sounds awesome. Send him an IM and perhaps he can lead you in the right direction as far as which heads and what size cam.
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From: Altus Ok
Originally Posted by AMERICAN_HP
If it were me, I'd get a solid set of heads, a nice cam, springs, and install/tune. You can probably get there if you buy a set of heads used from someone.
Heads 1500
Cam 375
Springs 250
install 1200
tune 450
TOTAL 3775
You will need a little cash for gaskets wtc etc etc..
This should net you some SERIOUS power..
Heads 1500
Cam 375
Springs 250
install 1200
tune 450
TOTAL 3775
You will need a little cash for gaskets wtc etc etc..
This should net you some SERIOUS power..
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From: Houston, Tx Got traction?
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Originally Posted by COLORADO FRC
Go with an A&A Vortech kit, HUGE power potential, the install is supossed to be pretty straight forward. FI - the power is always there when you need it.
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Originally Posted by bigred6906
My Z06 already has kooks longtube headers, borla stingers, halltech intake, and other minor things such as beru plugs, msd wires, throttle body bypass, etc. I have $4,000 to spend and I want every penny to go into HP. What do you guys got for me? Shoot me some suggestions!
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From: Springfield MO
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I think a nice head/cam package would work nice for you. It will give you a significant increase in power. Keep in mind, you should consider upgrading your clutch and adding a hardened output shaft...especially if you're going to do any drag racing. You'll being pushing the limits of the stock clutch with a head/cam package.
You could go cam+tune now and add the heads later. That way you could upgrade the clutch and hardened output shaft now and stay within budget. An LS7 clutch would be a good option for you.
You could go cam+tune now and add the heads later. That way you could upgrade the clutch and hardened output shaft now and stay within budget. An LS7 clutch would be a good option for you.
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Burning Brakes
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From: Miami Lakes FL
Originally Posted by AC54ME
21st Century MC - 972 417 7177, H/C, etc. etc. - spend the money for quality, not quantity.
If you could elaborate more on these it would be great. What exactly is the brand? Where can I get such a setup? Prices? I appreciate all your help.
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Get a set of 3.73, 3.90 or 4.10 rear gears - or like was mentioned above a used set of heads and then a nice cam.
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From: Dallas Tx
Originally Posted by bigred6906
How badly will my gas mileage suffer if I go with a Head/Cam package (G5X3 cam)
Here's my breakdown.
Cam, G5X3 = $449
Comp 921 Springs = $550 (includes retainers, seats, seals for #243's)
Fast 90 Intake = $800
90mm LS2 TB = $250?
Chromolly Pushrods = $114.95
Comp R Lifters = $199.95
TSP CNC Ported LS6 Heads = $900/pr (i believe)
Install = $1000 (at most) or so at most shops or a lot less if you can do it yourself or get a friend to.
Dyno Tune = $400
That all equals ~$4700
Sell your stock LS6 heads and get back $500
Sell your stock LS6 intake for $300
Total Spent = ~$3900 Installed, not including tax or shipping. And will probably make you ~450rwhp.
Not a bad way to go if you can't afford $6000 or so for a blower and install.
Edit: If you can get an inexpensive install then you can bump up to a few other nice things like a ported LS6 Oil Pump, LS2 timing chain, larger injectors, and such. I forgot to factor in gaskets but those shouldn't be a lot.
Shane
Last edited by Shane_S; Feb 16, 2006 at 04:59 AM.
