Weight difference between FRC and Z06?

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Aug 8, 2003 | 08:46 PM

Dope

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Weight difference between FRC and Z06?

What is the weight difference between the two cars? Let's assuming for the sake of argument that the wheels/tires weighed the same. What does the Z06 have over the FRC? Thinner glass, less insulation, and a Ti catback, right? So basically, the weight should be very similar (assuming similar options), right? Anyone know the actual difference between 2 stock cars?

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Aug 8, 2003 | 11:10 PM

davidfarmer

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Re: Weight difference between FRC and Z06? (Dope)

Only the 02-03 have the thinner glass. They exhaust probably saves 20lb, then a couple for the glass. Should not be much difference. You do get a more durable short-block, however, even though the old style trans is better for most track events.

Aug 9, 2003 | 07:43 PM

Dope

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Re: Weight difference between FRC and Z06? (Dope)

Thanks David. Just trying to get some info for my possible Z06 or older FRC with heavy mods buying decision. I know how lightweight will always win. Seems a cheap FRC with mods would be a better and faster deal. Still thinking about it though :)

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Aug 9, 2003 | 07:55 PM

lowdowndirty

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Re: Weight difference between FRC and Z06? (Dope)

I went the hardtop way (99). The Z saves an additional .....1 pound by not including the rear cargo pan cover. :lol:

Aug 9, 2003 | 08:00 PM

Sack Rat TT

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Re: Weight difference between FRC and Z06? (lowdowndirty)

Quote:

I went the hardtop way (99). The Z saves an additional .....1 pound by not including the rear cargo pan cover. :lol:

:iagree:

I also went the FRC way. Works for me. :cheers:

Aug 9, 2003 | 10:15 PM

MQRTRS C5

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Re: Weight difference between FRC and Z06? (Sack Rat TT)

FRC for me 2, but not because of weight, for $$$ reasons.

Aug 9, 2003 | 10:38 PM

Greg_E

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Re: Weight difference between FRC and Z06? (Dope)

If you go with the FRC, you can put a used Z06 cat back on, loose some weight, and get a better sound. The stock Z06 headers are heavier (cast iron) but the Z06 H- pipe is a few pounds lighter, both of which flow better than the ones that come on the FRC. Bottom line is, with the Ti catback there is probably not a big difference in weight.