DTE LS2 Engine Conversion Performance Upgrade Package- C5 Corvette
Safety Car
Joined: Jun 2003
Posts: 4,640
Likes: 0
From: Sunshine State
Originally Posted by boatboatboat
Korreck. PLEASE pick up the phone and call Phil. He is a wealth of info. I don't know if you know Phils background, but I can assure you he was trained by someone who, that was prior to his death, regarded as the #1 Corvette Tuner in the world.
My advice to you is to stay away from a SC for a DD, and look at a mild cam and AFR heads, and some 3:73's, and a 2800 TQ convertor. You would have a very streetable 425-450 RWHP that would be a rocket ship.
If you want to chat some time PM me your phone number and I'll call you.
My advice to you is to stay away from a SC for a DD, and look at a mild cam and AFR heads, and some 3:73's, and a 2800 TQ convertor. You would have a very streetable 425-450 RWHP that would be a rocket ship.
If you want to chat some time PM me your phone number and I'll call you.
Edit: I just pulled this from their web site.
C5 Corvette
Engine
* LS1/LS6 5.7 Engine
* LS1/LS6 383 Engine
* Magnuson S/C
* Vortec S/C
* Camshaft/Valve Train/Air Induction Upgrade
Transmission/Driveline
* "Brute Strength" Automatic
* High Performance Torque Convertors
* High Performance Manual Transmission Clutches
* Manual Transmission Performance Shifters
* Manual Transmission Fluids & Accessories
* DTE High Performance Rear Differential
* C5 Corvette Differential Strut
Exhaust
* Headers
* Complete Systems
DynoTech Engineering Inc.
815 Lawrence Drive
Fort Wayne, IN 46804
(260) 407-5455
info@dynotech-eng.com
Notice email address is for info and in bold text?
Last edited by Korreck; Jun 18, 2005 at 08:58 AM.
Thread Starter
Collections Hold
Joined: Aug 2002
Posts: 2,899
Likes: 6
From: Fort Wayne Indiana
Dyno Graph
Dyno graph added here and in the original post.
Click Here
The graph would have been posted in the original text/post sooner, but we had a CD burner failure on the chassis dyno PC, for which we just repaired today.
FYI- I will be stepping away from the office in a couple of hours for a business trip and will not return until Wed. morning. I'll answer any questions then.
Happy motoring! 
Best Regards,
Phil- DTE
Click Here
The graph would have been posted in the original text/post sooner, but we had a CD burner failure on the chassis dyno PC, for which we just repaired today.
FYI- I will be stepping away from the office in a couple of hours for a business trip and will not return until Wed. morning. I'll answer any questions then.
Happy motoring! Best Regards,
Phil- DTE
Thread Starter
Collections Hold
Joined: Aug 2002
Posts: 2,899
Likes: 6
From: Fort Wayne Indiana
I agree with you Mark...it's B.S. but it definately defines one's character though doesn't it? Oh well...on goes life 
Bump before I leave and hopefully the mods can/will keep this thread on track.
Bump before I leave and hopefully the mods can/will keep this thread on track.
Safety Car
Joined: Jun 2003
Posts: 4,640
Likes: 0
From: Sunshine State
Originally Posted by DynoTech Engineering
I agree with you Mark...it's B.S. but it definately defines one's character though doesn't it? Oh well...on goes life
Bump before I leave and hopefully the mods can/will keep this thread on track.
Bump before I leave and hopefully the mods can/will keep this thread on track.
I had suggested the matter be dropped but you and some of the boys want to keep it going.
Last edited by Korreck; Jun 18, 2005 at 05:32 PM.
Le Mans Master
Joined: Feb 2004
Posts: 5,482
Likes: 1
From: Living the Taxation Dream Indiana
Originally Posted by Korreck
Or your lack of! Character that is. Call it a farce and I'm lying. Don't know anybody that would roll over on that one.
I had suggested the matter be dropped but you and some of the boys want to keep it going.
I had suggested the matter be dropped but you and some of the boys want to keep it going.
Hey Phil, how much more power do you think you could get out of it by substituting the airbox with a new Vararam?
Last edited by JeremyMSG; Jun 18, 2005 at 09:49 PM.
Racer
Joined: Apr 2005
Posts: 475
Likes: 1
Next Step - Update
AFR heads. Dipped into it a little today and good thing the traction control was on. MPH around town 17.5 MPH. Rechecked INST MPH on interstate during week and fluctuated between 23-27 MPH. Bottom line, who cares. It is fast. I like boatboatboat's 0-90 idea. Probably will go for the gear change soon also. 
Drifting
Joined: Jul 2004
Posts: 1,570
Likes: 0
From: Celina ohio
Originally Posted by 1badc5GoStrong
AFR heads. Dipped into it a little today and good thing the traction control was on. MPH around town 17.5 MPH. Rechecked INST MPH on interstate during week and fluctuated between 23-27 MPH. Bottom line, who cares. It is fast. I like boatboatboat's 0-90 idea. Probably will go for the gear change soon also.
What were Phils instructions for break in? Did he suggest 500 miles like when you buy a c-5 new? Also when did he suggest the first oil change?
If I new a ls7 could be dropped in for 13k, I would go that route. I know your ls2 package has more ***** then a stock ls7, but YIKES a 427, would just be an animal if down the road you dropped a cam and afrs, into it. I also considered having Phil drop a longer crank into the ls2 to make it a 402, but that would add almost 2k to the price.
I was slatted to get a stroker package July 5th, and need to make up my mind this next week.
If I could sell my stock exhaust for $3500.oo it would make my choice alot easier.
You wanna buy a stock exhaust for 3500 dollars?
Corvette Stories
The Best of Corvette for Corvette Enthusiasts
Top 10 Most Expensive Corvettes Ever Sold on Bring A Trailer
Brett Foote
10 Things Every Corvette Owner Needs (2026 Edition)
Michael S. Palmer
8 Most "Only Corvette Owners Understand" Quirks and Problems
Pouria Savadkouei
10 Reasons the C6 Z06 is Still A Performance Benchmark After 20 Years
Joe Kucinski
How Much Horsepower Every Corvette Engine "LOST" in 1972
Joe Kucinski
Top 10 DOs and DON'Ts for Protecting Your Convertible Top!
Michael S. Palmer
Top 10 Most Explosive Corvettes Ever Made: Power-to-Weight Ratio Ranked!
Joe Kucinski
150 hp to 1,250 hp: Every Corvette Generation Compared by the Specs That Matter
Joe Kucinski
8 Coolest Corvette Pace Cars (and Replicas) of All Time
Verdad Gallardo
Racer
Joined: Apr 2005
Posts: 475
Likes: 1
500 break-in miles. Phil has already changed oil twice. I will change again at 3K to synthetic as per Phil's instructions. I have GHL exhaust on order (5" high-flow muffs). Phil did mention I could just drop in a stroker crank the the engine would plug & Play as a 402. I am happy now and will enjoy for a couple of years.
Drifting
Joined: Jul 2004
Posts: 1,570
Likes: 0
From: Celina ohio
I have GHL's, you will like them. So Phil went with regular oil during the break in? and has already changed it twice.
I looked at the dyno Phil got scanned and posted. The TQ looks to be right there, from the start. I really want to take a ride in your car this next week.
I looked at the dyno Phil got scanned and posted. The TQ looks to be right there, from the start. I really want to take a ride in your car this next week.
Team Owner
Joined: Jul 1999
Posts: 50,808
Likes: 10
From: Buy USA products! Check the label! Employ Americans
Originally Posted by Korreck
As I said I replied to ChipN. You jumped in there and called it a farce. I posted a copy of the entire email exchange. These guys can read for themselves. You have a good day!
I am sure both parties will survive witout each other
If someone doesn't make me happy there are others to take my money. If they took my money and screwed me then that is different. Everything in life is not perfect. Plenty of custormers and plenty of tuners.
Last edited by John Shiels; Jun 18, 2005 at 11:20 PM.
Drifting
Joined: Jul 2004
Posts: 1,570
Likes: 0
From: Celina ohio
Well prior to this package by phil I was slated to get a DTE H/C package on 7-5, with the cam and heads being done in such a fashion to be ready for me to have the car stroked to a 3:83 next spring.
Then this ls2 package came out........which gave me another option to consider. Then 5 days latter the ls7 pricing hit the streets.
I have given this ALOT of thought, and have come to the conclusion, as a result of Phils advice that the LS2 with a somewhat agressive Cam is my best option. I am seeking a very TQy car, that still retains streetability.
I never in my wildest dreams would have thought I would be replacing the engine in a 2004 car with 18k miles on it
, I place the blame on THIS PLACE!!!!!........
Then this ls2 package came out........which gave me another option to consider. Then 5 days latter the ls7 pricing hit the streets.
I have given this ALOT of thought, and have come to the conclusion, as a result of Phils advice that the LS2 with a somewhat agressive Cam is my best option. I am seeking a very TQy car, that still retains streetability.
I never in my wildest dreams would have thought I would be replacing the engine in a 2004 car with 18k miles on it
, I place the blame on THIS PLACE!!!!!........
Thread Starter
Collections Hold
Joined: Aug 2002
Posts: 2,899
Likes: 6
From: Fort Wayne Indiana
Your *really* going to have fun and be all smiles when it's complete, as all of our customers do when they take delivery of a performance engine upgrade we build for them.
Best Regards,
Phil- DTE
Best Regards,
Phil- DTE
Drifting
Joined: Jul 2004
Posts: 1,570
Likes: 0
From: Celina ohio
20 bucks says I put this thing into a light pole or into a ditch by Sept 1st.
You almost have me talked into doing headers.........how much TQ is being left on the table by NOT doing headers?
has anyone ever done a study on which headers create the least noise?
You almost have me talked into doing headers.........how much TQ is being left on the table by NOT doing headers?
has anyone ever done a study on which headers create the least noise?
Burning Brakes
Joined: Jun 2002
Posts: 1,055
Likes: 0
From: Troy MI
How much of the package price is assembly and installation?
Will you be offering a self install kit?
Looks like a sweet setup, would love to see a stroker version.
BTW, I called Phil a few months ago, he promptly returned my call and spoke to me for 30 minutes about a gear swap. So a 30 minute conversation cost me $.08 for leaving the voice mail.
Will you be offering a self install kit?
Looks like a sweet setup, would love to see a stroker version.
BTW, I called Phil a few months ago, he promptly returned my call and spoke to me for 30 minutes about a gear swap. So a 30 minute conversation cost me $.08 for leaving the voice mail.
Team Owner
Joined: Apr 2001
Posts: 36,453
Likes: 2
From: Overwhelmed as one would be, placed in my position.... DFW, TX
St. Jude Donor '05
Well, to un-hijack the thread:
I see you installed a forged crank. What if said forged crank happened to have a slightly longer stroke?
How much more would it run to build a 402 stroker out of this instead?
I am actually very interested in seeing how this LS2-based power works out. Like 1bad, I am not intersted in building the end-all-be-all high-powered car. I prefer my car to have some civility retained which is what DTE seems to have accomplished and 1bad seems extremely happy with the result.
Now, if we could up that HP to around 475-500 rwhp without losing the driveablity, I'd be mighty interested.
I see you installed a forged crank. What if said forged crank happened to have a slightly longer stroke?
How much more would it run to build a 402 stroker out of this instead?
I am actually very interested in seeing how this LS2-based power works out. Like 1bad, I am not intersted in building the end-all-be-all high-powered car. I prefer my car to have some civility retained which is what DTE seems to have accomplished and 1bad seems extremely happy with the result.
Now, if we could up that HP to around 475-500 rwhp without losing the driveablity, I'd be mighty interested.