Next major power upgrade, requesting advice
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How to handle the power??? Ayuda me!
Currently I have a 2001 C5 w/ mods netting 385.7hp, 390.12tq (SAE corrected):
MTI comp 224/224 cam kit (Y/T roller rockers, dual valve springs, hardened pushrods, adjustable timing chain, etc), K&N twin intake, LG Pro long-tube SS race header, Z06 catback (will be replaced with Borla Stingers *coughAtTheNextGP!!!cough*), ASP alt + crank pulley, 160o therm, LS1 edit, + misc.
Next to go on are GTP Stage 2 ceramic coated set of heads (I'll try to take a pic tonight if anyone is curious what they look like).
Couple of questions, as this is a LOT of money for my low-income heheh:
1) I already have the "sticky clutch" issue with my existing power. What clutch (and flywheel if needed) would y'all recommend?
2) Should I go ahead and replace the master/slave cylinders with 04' parts?
3) Is there anything else that would be wise to get taken care of or additionally installed now, to save on labor costs? If the headers are coming off for example, perhaps those chassis stiffeners or what not?
4) What is the best/ most trusted place to have this installed and retuned (price estimate ballpark if you have an idea) for any Houston locals?
The reason I ask, is one shop gets recommended, but then a week later I hear some good guy left and they are suffering or some drama happened and now people are getting screwed over... etc.
Thanks for ANY advice you might have!!!
MTI comp 224/224 cam kit (Y/T roller rockers, dual valve springs, hardened pushrods, adjustable timing chain, etc), K&N twin intake, LG Pro long-tube SS race header, Z06 catback (will be replaced with Borla Stingers *coughAtTheNextGP!!!cough*), ASP alt + crank pulley, 160o therm, LS1 edit, + misc.
Next to go on are GTP Stage 2 ceramic coated set of heads (I'll try to take a pic tonight if anyone is curious what they look like).
Couple of questions, as this is a LOT of money for my low-income heheh:
1) I already have the "sticky clutch" issue with my existing power. What clutch (and flywheel if needed) would y'all recommend?
2) Should I go ahead and replace the master/slave cylinders with 04' parts?
3) Is there anything else that would be wise to get taken care of or additionally installed now, to save on labor costs? If the headers are coming off for example, perhaps those chassis stiffeners or what not?
4) What is the best/ most trusted place to have this installed and retuned (price estimate ballpark if you have an idea) for any Houston locals?
The reason I ask, is one shop gets recommended, but then a week later I hear some good guy left and they are suffering or some drama happened and now people are getting screwed over... etc.Thanks for ANY advice you might have!!!
Last edited by Ducman69; Aug 17, 2005 at 02:20 PM.
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Alrighty... last attempt, then I'll give up. 
I've been checking out LS1TECH.com for advice, and it seems only a few have the Textralia 0Z700 and their new flywheel. Has anyone tried it on their Corvette? Any feedback on these guys?
I'm guessing it'll have to hold 420ish ftlbs, but who knows if I'll decide to spray later. Unforunately, I'm also concerned with streetability and chatter.
I've been checking out LS1TECH.com for advice, and it seems only a few have the Textralia 0Z700 and their new flywheel. Has anyone tried it on their Corvette? Any feedback on these guys?
I'm guessing it'll have to hold 420ish ftlbs, but who knows if I'll decide to spray later. Unforunately, I'm also concerned with streetability and chatter.
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1. OZ-700 or RPS is what I am looking at. What tires do you plan to run? Is this for the street or the strip?
2. Upgrade to Z06 hydrolics.
3. Looking for extra things to spend money on gets expensive.
4. No comment.
Good Luck,
Mark
2. Upgrade to Z06 hydrolics.
3. Looking for extra things to spend money on gets expensive.
4. No comment.
Good Luck,
Mark
