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Old Mar 2, 2006 | 09:49 PM
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What are the engine differences between the LS1 engine ine the FRC and the LS6 (i think thats right) in the Z06? I'm want to get my FRC on par with a 02-04 Z06. thanks
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Old Mar 2, 2006 | 10:19 PM
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heads,cam,intake,exhaust...that as far as i know
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What about the most important part? The brakes and suspension?
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Old Mar 2, 2006 | 10:27 PM
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The only difference in the brakes is the color of the calipers. The springs and swaybars are stiffer and would make a nice little upgrade to your FRC. I believe FRC's all came with Z51 suspension so if you are deciding to upgrade to all Z06 components i'd be interested in your springs and swaybars if the price is right.

The Z06 had #243 casting heads, a bigger cam, and a better intake. The LS6 block was SLIGHTLY different but not really enough to warrant a swap unless you were doing an engine swap anyway.

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If I'm not mistaken. The Z06 front spring is the same as the Z51 front spring.
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And the Z51 rear swaybar and Z06 one are the same, or something like that. I just say you should get a full set whatever you do with similar milage on them all.

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