Fuel System Upgrade?
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Melting Slicks
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Fuel System Upgrade?
Aloha all, I am about to order the i/c Mag for my 2003 Z06. In doing some research I found out that the mid 2002 and newer C5/Z06's came with a fuel system that is possibly much more difficult (or maybe impossible) to upgrade. I am really hoping to find out that I will not need to run a Kenne Bell Boost-A-Pump. So who has the 411 on the fuel system and whaty available upgrades are there for me?
Thanks in advance! Dave
Thanks in advance! Dave
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Re: Fuel System Upgrade? (EFI-1)
Depends on what 21st century recommends.
I know many people with over 500rwhp NA using the sotck fuel system with just injectors.
On s/c applications, I see some using the Racentronix setup or boost a pump. I'm not sure if they are being extra cautious or not.
I know many people with over 500rwhp NA using the sotck fuel system with just injectors.
On s/c applications, I see some using the Racentronix setup or boost a pump. I'm not sure if they are being extra cautious or not.
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Re: Fuel System Upgrade? (kumar75150)
Depends on what 21st century recommends.
I know many people with over 500rwhp NA using the sotck fuel system with just injectors.
On s/c applications, I see some using the Racentronix setup or boost a pump. I'm not sure if they are being extra cautious or not.
I know many people with over 500rwhp NA using the sotck fuel system with just injectors.
On s/c applications, I see some using the Racentronix setup or boost a pump. I'm not sure if they are being extra cautious or not.
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Re: Fuel System Upgrade? (EFI-1)
Yep it's the actual pump issue that is worrying me.....I'm not particularly fond of the KB Boost A Pump. I'm hoping I'll be able to fuly upgrade the pump.
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Re: Fuel System Upgrade? (Dr. Dan)
The Racetronix setup is apparently good for 600rwhp.
I was in a similar situation with my nitrous but I am thinking about doing a stand alone system for the nitrous.
I was in a similar situation with my nitrous but I am thinking about doing a stand alone system for the nitrous.
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Re: Fuel System Upgrade? (kumar75150)
Thanks guys. Yes, it's the i/c Mag I'm planning on. WayneE at z06vette.com was mentioning that he is running only larger injectors and has had no problems in the mid 500HP range......I'm crossing my fingers!
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Re: Fuel System Upgrade? (BHP)
MAG tells me that the new kits will use their custom BAP. You don't want to even try to put a fuel pump in the FFS tanks. 
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Originally Posted by EFI-1
Aloha all, I am about to order the i/c Mag for my 2003 Z06. In doing some research I found out that the mid 2002 and newer C5/Z06's came with a fuel system that is possibly much more difficult (or maybe impossible) to upgrade. I am really hoping to find out that I will not need to run a Kenne Bell Boost-A-Pump. So who has the 411 on the fuel system and whaty available upgrades are there for me?
Thanks in advance! Dave
Thanks in advance! Dave
If the sending unit is visible from the back of the tank (yellow connector) then you are in luck. The current Racetronix system will work for you.
If not then the new upcoming Racetronix system will be available in a apx. 1-2 months.
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Originally Posted by Racetronix
Drop the inspection cover underneath your gas tank (two bolts).
If the sending unit is visible from the back of the tank (yellow connector) then you are in luck. The current Racetronix system will work for you.
If not then the new upcoming Racetronix system will be available in a apx. 1-2 months.
If the sending unit is visible from the back of the tank (yellow connector) then you are in luck. The current Racetronix system will work for you.
If not then the new upcoming Racetronix system will be available in a apx. 1-2 months.