[Z06] Opinions please
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Drifting
Joined: Nov 2011
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From: Oklahoma
Opinions please
Ok so I have a 2001 Z06 which I have owned for six months. I still owe about $10k on it so my funny money is slim for now. I did drop about $1,500 on a SLP Blackwing CAI, steel braided brake hoses, Hawk pads, and an extra set of wheels with scrubbed road racing slicks. Yes I am resourceful and always wait for a good deal. 
I did all of that so I could road race it occasionally. Truth is that I did that for six years in my Cobra and am a bit burnt out now. I have a $1,500 car hauler and those wheels/tires which I could probably turn for about $2,000-2,500 now. That would allow me to do LTs, x-pipe, tune and some used drag racing slicks for the rear. More of my buddies have time/cash for drag racing than road racing. I wouldn't beat on the car often, maybe 3-4 times at most a year to hang out with the guys and there is a drag strip about 30 minutes away. Do you guys think I should sell my road racing tires/wheels and car hauler to make the swap? I really hate the way the car sounds right now with the stock exhaust.
I did all of that so I could road race it occasionally. Truth is that I did that for six years in my Cobra and am a bit burnt out now. I have a $1,500 car hauler and those wheels/tires which I could probably turn for about $2,000-2,500 now. That would allow me to do LTs, x-pipe, tune and some used drag racing slicks for the rear. More of my buddies have time/cash for drag racing than road racing. I wouldn't beat on the car often, maybe 3-4 times at most a year to hang out with the guys and there is a drag strip about 30 minutes away. Do you guys think I should sell my road racing tires/wheels and car hauler to make the swap? I really hate the way the car sounds right now with the stock exhaust.
Last edited by WannaC5Z; Aug 11, 2013 at 03:58 PM.
Drifting
Joined: Jun 2009
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From: Chester Springs PA
do you only care about sound? if so just do cat back.
you really need to decide what you want to do, 1/4 mile or open track days on road courses. that will basically answer your questions.
you really need to decide what you want to do, 1/4 mile or open track days on road courses. that will basically answer your questions.
Drifting
Joined: Jan 2004
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From: Alamosa CO
Ok so I have a 2001 Z06 which I have owned for six months. I still owe about $10k on it so my funny money is slim for now. I did drop about $1,500 on a SLP Blackwing CAI, steel braided brake hoses, Hawk pads, and an extra set of wheels with scrubbed road racing slicks. Yes I am resourceful and always wait for a good deal. I did all of that so I could road race it occasionally. Truth is that I did that for six years in my Cobra and am a bit burnt out now. I have a $1,500 car hauler and those wheels/tires which I could probably turn for about $2,000-2,500 now. That would allow me to do LTs, x-pipe, tune and some used drag racing slicks for the rear. More of my buddies have time/cash for drag racing than road racing. I wouldn't beat on the car often, maybe 3-4 times at most a year to hang out with the guys and there is a drag strip about 30 minutes away. Do you guys think I should sell my road racing tires/wheels and car hauler to make the swap? I really hate the way the car sounds right now with the stock exhaust.
I did all of that so I could road race it occasionally. Truth is that I did that for six years in my Cobra and am a bit burnt out now. I have a $1,500 car hauler and those wheels/tires which I could probably turn for about $2,000-2,500 now. That would allow me to do LTs, x-pipe, tune and some used drag racing slicks for the rear. More of my buddies have time/cash for drag racing than road racing. I wouldn't beat on the car often, maybe 3-4 times at most a year to hang out with the guys and there is a drag strip about 30 minutes away. Do you guys think I should sell my road racing tires/wheels and car hauler to make the swap? I really hate the way the car sounds right now with the stock exhaust.
Jimbo
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Joined: Sep 2011
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From: Tampa Fl
I prefer road racing. I try to get my car out to Sebring Intl. a few times a year! I couldnt imagine having more fun then when I am out on the track. Do some mods with the car to increase handling and braking. I started with swaybars and loved the difference! Also use the slicks to go to autocross events. I know they are not the best, but they work and keep wear off your street tires.
BTW I bought a used set of LT headers from LGM off of ebay for $230......
Id say we might be in competition for the most resourceful lol
good luck and id be more than happy to answer any questions!
BTW I bought a used set of LT headers from LGM off of ebay for $230......
Id say we might be in competition for the most resourceful lol
good luck and id be more than happy to answer any questions!
Race Director
Joined: Sep 2005
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From: Pasco WA
First thing you want to consider, is bang for the buck. Install a cam kit with the headers, and you'll enjoy the exhaust sound tenfold. A bigger cam not only greatly improves performance, it gives a swagger to your idle, when you have a nice exhaust system. You can even keep the cats (HF) if you don't have too much overlap. Of course, the downside is; you'll probably start breaking stuff.
Instructor
Joined: Jun 2013
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From: Hendersonville Nc
I would say keep the car hauler either way. Save up and do mods when you can. I could drive my car to the track, but about the time I left my truck and trailer at home would be the time I needed it.
