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Old Feb 14, 2020 | 06:39 AM
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We finally had a chance to install the BTR Stage 2 cam in my good buddy's C5. We had some issues with the valve spring retainers, but got it sorted the next day. Dyno video with numbers goes live tomorrow at 7:15p Eastern.

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Enjoyed the video. Hope things went well with the install of the new spring retainers and then a final tune.
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I'm sticking with my 388.2 guess.
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Originally Posted by Vetteman Jack
Enjoyed the video. Hope things went well with the install of the new spring retainers and then a final tune.
Thanks for the kind words! Thankfully the new retainers went together without a hitch and the dyno tune was a success!
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Originally Posted by Mr. Black
I'm sticking with my 388.2 guess.
That's probably a goodish guess...
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Setting an alarm for 7PM. The video better be there or I want a full refund of my purchase

I'm guessing 367/371
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Originally Posted by Deke Keyes
Setting an alarm for 7PM. The video better be there or I want a full refund of my purchase

I'm guessing 367/371
Lol! 7:15p sharp. It’s scheduled and ready to go!

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I enjoy your videos and your video on the seats in the C5 is what convinced me to buy the same ones. For your C7 is their any reason you went with touring instead of the track edition? The reason I'm asking is that I will be purchasing AWE exhaust for my wifes C7(2014 Z51) and can't decide which one to go with.
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Originally Posted by Not4spd
I enjoy your videos and your video on the seats in the C5 is what convinced me to buy the same ones. For your C7 is their any reason you went with touring instead of the track edition? The reason I'm asking is that I will be purchasing AWE exhaust for my wifes C7(2014 Z51) and can't decide which one to go with.
Thanks for the kind words! Really appreciate it.

I wanted the Touring because of the no drone tech built into the mufflers. I don’t believe the track edition has this feature. Plus I didn’t want something super loud. The touring is absolutely perfect in every regard. Loud when you want it and quiet when you don’t.
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How much difference between the BTR 2 and 3 cams?
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Originally Posted by z06801
How much difference between the BTR 2 and 3 cams?
The Stage 3 cam has a more aggressive cam profile capable of making more power with the right supporting mods. Automatics will need a new converter with this cam. The Stage 2 makes good power over stock with a focus on driveability.
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I'm proud of my 388.2 answer just so you know.
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Great videos! Ya have a new fan out of me. Most "amateur" youtube car guys come across as forced or all dorked up.....you could easily be on the speed channel bro!

And great work on a vette. Pretty great return on investment for what is probably $1500-ish duckage!!!!
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Originally Posted by Mr. Black
I'm proud of my 388.2 answer just so you know.
I would be too! That was a great guess! Lol.
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Originally Posted by CinciZ06
Great videos! Ya have a new fan out of me. Most "amateur" youtube car guys come across as forced or all dorked up.....you could easily be on the speed channel bro!

And great work on a vette. Pretty great return on investment for what is probably $1500-ish duckage!!!!
Thanks so much! I appreciate the kind words. I’m just a dude in my garage that enjoys the video making process...oh yeah, and working on cars!
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And the final dyno numbers are in...

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My guess would have been 380
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Originally Posted by smitty2919
My guess would have been 380
Solid guess my friend!
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