[Z06] cammed zo6 question
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Racer
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cammed zo6 question
so i recently acquired a 2002 zo6 with 80k miles. its still on a stock clutch. i do want to do a eps custom grind cam in it within a month or two. how long will the stock clutch hold up if im not doing any dig runs but will drive spiritedly once in a while. imo i think it should last awhile but not sure. clutch is in great condition right now.
Melting Slicks
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From: Springhill FL
Borrowed time my friend. I'm still milking my stocker after my cam install, but I've felt a little slip already. My car had 26k on it when I installed the cam. I've gone about 1500 miles of daily driving with a few romps here and there. I really want to take it to the track, but dont feel like doing a clutch job in the middle of the summer in florida(been there, done that) 
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From: Newberry FL
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St. Jude Donor '07
so i recently acquired a 2002 zo6 with 80k miles. its still on a stock clutch. i do want to do a eps custom grind cam in it within a month or two. how long will the stock clutch hold up if im not doing any dig runs but will drive spiritedly once in a while. imo i think it should last awhile but not sure. clutch is in great condition right now.
I did NOT run anything but street tires on my car during this time.
Love the added power and the new clutch!
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Racer
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on a tight budget, what clutch would you guys recommend?
i just put a new transmission in the vette, wish i would've waited longer to put a clutch in.
any easy way of doing this?
can i replace my master cylinder without having to bleed the system
i just put a new transmission in the vette, wish i would've waited longer to put a clutch in.
any easy way of doing this?
can i replace my master cylinder without having to bleed the system
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From: Newberry FL
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St. Jude Donor '07
Price...contact Mike Yeater at EAST COAST PERFORMANCE.
A clutch install...not easy, but can be done with the right tools. As can any job. I had access to a lift, so I was in good shape. Folks have done this install on jack stands, but I could not imagine doing it that way.
As for the master cylinder being replaced without bleeding the system...I suppose so.
If you do decide to do a clutch...get the bleeder. Keep those fluids fresh as possible.
Drifting
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From: Goldsboro NC
I bought the LS7 setup for a fair price. Nice clutch, will hold a HEADS/CAM setup no problem and feels stock.
Price...contact Mike Yeater at EAST COAST PERFORMANCE.
A clutch install...not easy, but can be done with the right tools. As can any job. I had access to a lift, so I was in good shape. Folks have done this install on jack stands, but I could not imagine doing it that way.
As for the master cylinder being replaced without bleeding the system...I suppose so.
If you do decide to do a clutch...get the bleeder. Keep those fluids fresh as possible.
Price...contact Mike Yeater at EAST COAST PERFORMANCE.
A clutch install...not easy, but can be done with the right tools. As can any job. I had access to a lift, so I was in good shape. Folks have done this install on jack stands, but I could not imagine doing it that way.
As for the master cylinder being replaced without bleeding the system...I suppose so.
If you do decide to do a clutch...get the bleeder. Keep those fluids fresh as possible.
Drifting
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From: Orlando Florida
mph1972,
how much power did you put down to the RW's? I already have the LS7 system, did that in mind thinking that I would go with a cam somewhere down the line.
I thought that for a daily driver, the LS7 was the best you could get for your money.
As for install, you can do it on jackstands in your garage, it's not that difficult. You'll need 4 jackstands and 2 jacks, though. You will also need a buddy for help so it'll be safer/easier when you drop the rear cradle.
If you do it yourself, do not reuse the old flywheel/pressure plate bolts, go with ARP. Make sure you have a good torque wrench as well.
If you want a step by step, spend the $150 for the shop manual. It's the best $150 you can spend for your car, IMHO.
how much power did you put down to the RW's? I already have the LS7 system, did that in mind thinking that I would go with a cam somewhere down the line.
I thought that for a daily driver, the LS7 was the best you could get for your money.
As for install, you can do it on jackstands in your garage, it's not that difficult. You'll need 4 jackstands and 2 jacks, though. You will also need a buddy for help so it'll be safer/easier when you drop the rear cradle.
If you do it yourself, do not reuse the old flywheel/pressure plate bolts, go with ARP. Make sure you have a good torque wrench as well.
If you want a step by step, spend the $150 for the shop manual. It's the best $150 you can spend for your car, IMHO.
Team Owner
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From: Pensacola FL
Heh. I'm still nursing my stock clutch with a cam-only 425/400 set-up. I'm just getting a hint of slip if I REALLY rip it. My lack of traction is definitely keeping the clutch alive. First time it really hooks, my clutch will be sayonara...
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Drifting
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From: Morrisville PA
mph1972,
how much power did you put down to the RW's? I already have the LS7 system, did that in mind thinking that I would go with a cam somewhere down the line.
I thought that for a daily driver, the LS7 was the best you could get for your money.
As for install, you can do it on jackstands in your garage, it's not that difficult. You'll need 4 jackstands and 2 jacks, though. You will also need a buddy for help so it'll be safer/easier when you drop the rear cradle.
If you do it yourself, do not reuse the old flywheel/pressure plate bolts, go with ARP. Make sure you have a good torque wrench as well.
If you want a step by step, spend the $150 for the shop manual. It's the best $150 you can spend for your car, IMHO.
how much power did you put down to the RW's? I already have the LS7 system, did that in mind thinking that I would go with a cam somewhere down the line.
I thought that for a daily driver, the LS7 was the best you could get for your money.
As for install, you can do it on jackstands in your garage, it's not that difficult. You'll need 4 jackstands and 2 jacks, though. You will also need a buddy for help so it'll be safer/easier when you drop the rear cradle.
If you do it yourself, do not reuse the old flywheel/pressure plate bolts, go with ARP. Make sure you have a good torque wrench as well.
If you want a step by step, spend the $150 for the shop manual. It's the best $150 you can spend for your car, IMHO.
Le Mans Master
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From: Communist Colorado
I really like the Monster Level 2. Its good for 525-550 rwhp. Doing the clutch at home is not too bad if you have compressed air. I wouldnt want to do it without my air tools though.
Good Luck
Good Luck
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From: Newberry FL
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St. Jude Donor '07
mph1972,
how much power did you put down to the RW's? I already have the LS7 system, did that in mind thinking that I would go with a cam somewhere down the line.
I thought that for a daily driver, the LS7 was the best you could get for your money.
As for install, you can do it on jackstands in your garage, it's not that difficult. You'll need 4 jackstands and 2 jacks, though. You will also need a buddy for help so it'll be safer/easier when you drop the rear cradle.
If you do it yourself, do not reuse the old flywheel/pressure plate bolts, go with ARP. Make sure you have a good torque wrench as well.
If you want a step by step, spend the $150 for the shop manual. It's the best $150 you can spend for your car, IMHO.
how much power did you put down to the RW's? I already have the LS7 system, did that in mind thinking that I would go with a cam somewhere down the line.
I thought that for a daily driver, the LS7 was the best you could get for your money.
As for install, you can do it on jackstands in your garage, it's not that difficult. You'll need 4 jackstands and 2 jacks, though. You will also need a buddy for help so it'll be safer/easier when you drop the rear cradle.
If you do it yourself, do not reuse the old flywheel/pressure plate bolts, go with ARP. Make sure you have a good torque wrench as well.
If you want a step by step, spend the $150 for the shop manual. It's the best $150 you can spend for your car, IMHO.
I agree with what others are saying about the LS7 setup. I am not making any money selling it, but with a mild set up HEADS/CAM and street use, the LS7 was the setup for me. I like the stock clutch feel.
I personally would NOT do it on jack stands, but no folks that have and those guys are just more patient with it than I am.
I also echo...DO NOT REUSE old bolts! I didn't do ARP, but I did purchase no BOLTS. I knew I would not be swapping this out anytime soon and if I did I would buy new bolts.
I also know that if I do HEADS, it will be down the road a ways and may get froggy and do a new CLUTCH, but I am very happy with my current setup and it is priced very fairly.
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From: Newberry FL
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St. Jude Donor '07
Same with mine, before I went to the LS7, just wanted to get it swapped out before it went completely.
Melting Slicks
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From: Sicamous BC
If your clutch is in good condition it will probably survive your cam only & tuning. Your clutch decision should really be based on where you are planning to go mod wise including traction, gearing & rpm.
I'm on clutch #3, my car has less than 11 K miles. Clutch #2 was the LS7, 4:10's & a motor that would easily rev & maintain power @ 7K rpm.
My suggestion is do your cam & tune. Re search your clutch & do it once & right
I'm on clutch #3, my car has less than 11 K miles. Clutch #2 was the LS7, 4:10's & a motor that would easily rev & maintain power @ 7K rpm.
My suggestion is do your cam & tune. Re search your clutch & do it once & right
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From: Pasco WA
It isn't slippage that's the problem,(usually) it's the ability for the clutch plate to disengage from the FW. The usual theory is that the fingers on the PP overextend, causing the clutch disc to stick to the FW. This causes the infamous "pedal stuck to the floor" syndrome. Mine gave up @ 450 RWHP while attempting a second dyno pull. Before my new clutch I would get one high RPM shift, and that's all. Any attempts to shift were not allowed until the clutch cooled. You could pry the pedal off the floor with your foot, but forget racing. No problems now, with 150 more RWHP, and my DD RPS/Tick combo. No problems, that is, not counting a very touchy engagement point. You get used to it. BTW, I did my own clutch replacement, with my former son in law's help, and a 2 post lift, and it was a total beeotch. I never want to do that again.
Last edited by zeevette; Jul 22, 2011 at 06:34 PM.
