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Old Jun 23, 2020 | 12:21 PM
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For handling source some used C5 Z06 leafs, a good set of shocks, and some good thick sway bars. Will handle better than what most people would ever be able to reach its limits. As far a Nitrous....why? Car makes over 400 now to the tire, also more than most people can ever fully use. I have heard N2O is safe as long as you have the fuel for it. But a common weak area of these engines are the pistons and rod bolts.
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Old Jun 23, 2020 | 04:18 PM
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Originally Posted by jdmvette
Sweet color on those wheels.


Originally Posted by jpm995
Great looking car, enjoy the ride..


To freshen the car and improve the handling I suggest adding C6 Z51 metal end links, C5 Z06 or C6 Z51 sway bars and isolators and new C5 Z06 shocks and leaf springs.

Very Nice!
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Old Jun 23, 2020 | 08:31 PM
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Fine looking FRC. Welcome and best of luck with your new ride.
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Old Jun 24, 2020 | 10:33 AM
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Welcome to the Forum, from just up the road in Hickory!
Lots of great tuners in our area - Nigel Alexander at Brutal Speed and Tuning in Maiden has done our '99. With his racing schedule and customer work it can take a few weeks to get in, but worth the wait.
I know you mentioned still trying to get a Z06 but you already have 410 rwhp. Add the suspension upgrades mentioned by dskinsler83 and Mike98SilVert and you'll basically have a Z06 - just without the emblem!

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