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Old Aug 26, 2011 | 04:25 PM
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Whats up guys,

I just bought a 2001 z06 and im looking to add some power. I change my mind on what i want to do everyday, but at the end of the day im looking to trap around 135. I just ordered my longtubes and x pipe. I was thinking of doing a cam next and then a 100-150 shot. The car is my DD and I would like it to be somewhat reliable. The supercharger idea has crossed my mind, but i know id be tempted to turn up the boost and make more power than i want. Im just looking for some advice from you guys that have been down this road before...thanks!!
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Old Aug 26, 2011 | 04:58 PM
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When I went 134mph in the 1/4 I was right at 10.3 for the passes. BUT my 60ft's where like 1.6-1.7. So I'm gonna make a huge guess and say you're looking for 500+ hp?

I'd suggest supercharge it!
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Old Aug 26, 2011 | 05:10 PM
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Originally Posted by sfc rick
When I went 134mph in the 1/4 I was right at 10.3 for the passes. BUT my 60ft's where like 1.6-1.7. So I'm gonna make a huge guess and say you're looking for 500+ hp?

I'd suggest supercharge it!
I assume your supercharged?

I guess i really need to know how people like there nitrous, being 550whp should get me near my goal..

Thanks for your input
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Old Aug 26, 2011 | 05:17 PM
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Originally Posted by skells
I assume your supercharged?

I guess i really need to know how people like there nitrous, being 550whp should get me near my goal..

Thanks for your input
Give ECS a call, they know a little something about making power.

http://www.eastcoastsupercharging.com/
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I doubt that supercharging alone will give you 135 in the 1/4 mile. I'm running heads, cam, headers, 3" exhaust and a supercharger and making a little over 580 RWHP with runs in the mid tens and low 130s.
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Old Aug 27, 2011 | 07:32 PM
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Thanks for the advice. I'm going to do a blower cam and supercharge it...time to sell the r6
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Old Aug 30, 2011 | 11:10 AM
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buy my nitrous kit meat
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