[Z06] Bought a Z06 this past Saturday..
03-16-2018, 03:52 PM
#1
Bought a Z06 this past Saturday..
Hi guys! I'm new to the forums and thought i'd introduce myself. Name is Jesse. Just copped a 08 c6z with only 19k miles one owner only. I'm coming from a "full bolt on" 17 GT 5.0 with 100 shot nitrous. So far this car has surprised me more than my modded GT. Bought this car as a project car and will definitely going heads/cam/intake/nitrous etc. Gonna start out slow and ask, what company do you guys recommend for heads. I've seen Advanced Induction/WCCH/TSP. I'd like a setup to make the most HP/TQ. Looking forward to being here for awhile!
03-16-2018, 03:59 PM
#2
Team Owner
Hi guys! I'm new to the forums and thought i'd introduce myself. Name is Jesse. Just copped a 08 c6z with only 19k miles one owner only. I'm coming from a "full bolt on" 17 GT 5.0 with 100 shot nitrous. So far this car has surprised me more than my modded GT. Bought this car as a project car and will definitely going heads/cam/intake/nitrous etc. Gonna start out slow and ask, what company do you guys recommend for heads. I've seen Advanced Induction/WCCH/TSP. I'd like a setup to make the most HP/TQ. Looking forward to being here for awhile!
Definitely need to inspect the heads sooner than later though...
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Z0HM6 (03-16-2018)
03-16-2018, 04:05 PM
#5
Race Director
Welcome to the fraternity. 
For heads AHP seems to be the go-to place, AHP actually provides guidance/suggestions w/ a set-up for every need/driving requirement.
Nothing wrong w/ ones posted, at least as far as I'd know based on forum feed back.
Since already familiar w/ HP cars won't boor you w/ precautions concerning how a Z's rear end reacts under WOT if/when hitting sand/gravel/oil, especially dangerous w/ worn skins.
DO be careful until you learn the ways of these beasts, they can & do get-away so fast a driver and/or nannies can't save it fast enough to keep it outa a ditch wrecked, or worse.
Lots of solid member-owners w/ good advice at CF, just ask & you shall receive. Again, welcome.
We love seeing Stang converts.
For heads AHP seems to be the go-to place, AHP actually provides guidance/suggestions w/ a set-up for every need/driving requirement.
Nothing wrong w/ ones posted, at least as far as I'd know based on forum feed back.
Since already familiar w/ HP cars won't boor you w/ precautions concerning how a Z's rear end reacts under WOT if/when hitting sand/gravel/oil, especially dangerous w/ worn skins.
DO be careful until you learn the ways of these beasts, they can & do get-away so fast a driver and/or nannies can't save it fast enough to keep it outa a ditch wrecked, or worse.
Lots of solid member-owners w/ good advice at CF, just ask & you shall receive. Again, welcome.
We love seeing Stang converts.
03-16-2018, 04:12 PM
#6
Welcome to the fraternity.
For heads AHP seems to be the go-to place, AHP actually provides guidance/suggestions w/ a set-up for every need/driving requirement.
Nothing wrong w/ ones posted, at least as far as I'd know based on forum feed back.
Since already familiar w/ HP cars won't boor you w/ precautions concerning how a Z's rear end reacts under WOT if/when hitting sand/gravel/oil, especially dangerous w/ worn skins.
DO be careful until you learn the ways of these beasts, they can & do get-away so fast a driver and/or nannies can't save it fast enough to keep it outa a ditch wrecked, or worse.
Lots of solid member-owners w/ good advice at CF, just ask & you shall receive. Again, welcome.
We love seeing Stang converts.
For heads AHP seems to be the go-to place, AHP actually provides guidance/suggestions w/ a set-up for every need/driving requirement.
Nothing wrong w/ ones posted, at least as far as I'd know based on forum feed back.
Since already familiar w/ HP cars won't boor you w/ precautions concerning how a Z's rear end reacts under WOT if/when hitting sand/gravel/oil, especially dangerous w/ worn skins.
DO be careful until you learn the ways of these beasts, they can & do get-away so fast a driver and/or nannies can't save it fast enough to keep it outa a ditch wrecked, or worse.
Lots of solid member-owners w/ good advice at CF, just ask & you shall receive. Again, welcome.
We love seeing Stang converts.
Last but not least I was checking out AI's 280cc package http://www.advancedinduction.com/LSX...cGMLS7Head.php
Just not too sure where to go from here, perhaps talk to a local tuner first and see what he recommends?
03-16-2018, 04:22 PM
#7
Welcome to the fraternity.
For heads AHP seems to be the go-to place, AHP actually provides guidance/suggestions w/ a set-up for every need/driving requirement.
Nothing wrong w/ ones posted, at least as far as I'd know based on forum feed back.
Since already familiar w/ HP cars won't boor you w/ precautions concerning how a Z's rear end reacts under WOT if/when hitting sand/gravel/oil, especially dangerous w/ worn skins.
DO be careful until you learn the ways of these beasts, they can & do get-away so fast a driver and/or nannies can't save it fast enough to keep it outa a ditch wrecked, or worse.
Lots of solid member-owners w/ good advice at CF, just ask & you shall receive. Again, welcome.
We love seeing Stang converts.
For heads AHP seems to be the go-to place, AHP actually provides guidance/suggestions w/ a set-up for every need/driving requirement.
Nothing wrong w/ ones posted, at least as far as I'd know based on forum feed back.
Since already familiar w/ HP cars won't boor you w/ precautions concerning how a Z's rear end reacts under WOT if/when hitting sand/gravel/oil, especially dangerous w/ worn skins.
DO be careful until you learn the ways of these beasts, they can & do get-away so fast a driver and/or nannies can't save it fast enough to keep it outa a ditch wrecked, or worse.
Lots of solid member-owners w/ good advice at CF, just ask & you shall receive. Again, welcome.
We love seeing Stang converts.
Was considering on going over to Texas speed since they're only two hours away and I could drop and pick up my heads, pick up a cam there while I'm at it.
Last but not least I came across advanced inductions 280cc head package http://www.advancedinduction.com/LSX...cGMLS7Head.php
Just want to figure out the right head and cam combination and not just jump to a massive cam. Perhaps I should find a reputable local tuner and ask for his opinion?
03-16-2018, 04:58 PM
#8
Burning Brakes
Tony Mamo has an excellent program for heads and cam LS7 cars. His complete combos regularly set horsepower records with independent tuners. He does not provide install services, but does provide excellent customer service and detailed one on one help with proper installation of his parts.
I have one of his complete combos installed on my Z06, and it broke the NA dyno record with my local shop. We even limited cam sizing to maintain better street manners while breaking that record.
Listen to the idle of my car. Its hard to belive it puts down 637 rear wheel horsepower with this smooth of an idle.
I have one of his complete combos installed on my Z06, and it broke the NA dyno record with my local shop. We even limited cam sizing to maintain better street manners while breaking that record.
Listen to the idle of my car. Its hard to belive it puts down 637 rear wheel horsepower with this smooth of an idle.
Last edited by redcycle13; 03-16-2018 at 05:00 PM.
03-16-2018, 05:02 PM
#9
Race Director
Glad you're slowly getting used to this car's ways, it's just smart.
As for mods et al?
I only drive one (10 years) & honestly stock power intimidates the bajebbers outa me, as-is.
Yes. I am admittedly a coward.
Fortunately there're many brave soul-owners here, built to the hilt.
They'll make themselves, their advice & their opinions known real soon.
Just remember, you asked for it.
Congrats once more, but do tell about your new Z -like trim etc.
Never tire hearing of a new owner's newly acquired monster in detail and besides, it'll be asked again several times anyway.
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Z0HM6 (03-16-2018)
03-16-2018, 05:02 PM
#10
Team Owner
CPR stuff is top notch.
Mamo packages are good, but pricey.
For all out, there is bigger/better but price goes way up. Some mozez or canted valve heads, with a big intake would make great power, but your looking at serious money.
AI or WCCH heads make great power. I'll have a set of PRC 285s that are a great head too for sale soon. Nn fact CPR has them right now at their machine shop cleaning then up.
Mamo packages are good, but pricey.
For all out, there is bigger/better but price goes way up. Some mozez or canted valve heads, with a big intake would make great power, but your looking at serious money.
AI or WCCH heads make great power. I'll have a set of PRC 285s that are a great head too for sale soon. Nn fact CPR has them right now at their machine shop cleaning then up.
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Z0HM6 (03-16-2018)
03-16-2018, 05:03 PM
#11
Safety Car
I see you are in Texas. You may want to consider these guys for your heads, they did mine and I'm very happy.
https://www.latemodelengines.com/heads.html
Good luck with your new ride.
https://www.latemodelengines.com/heads.html
Good luck with your new ride.
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Z0HM6 (03-16-2018)
03-16-2018, 05:05 PM
#12
Team Owner
Mamo Motorsports (Tony Mamo) TFS heads w/ YT mini-shaft roller rockers, Mamo ported MSD intake, and Mamo custom spec'd cam. Thread after thread on many SBE 600+ hp builds on here. Supposedly 11-12 new N/A record HP levels at various dyno's if that's your thing. Definitely top shelf stuff...but it of course comes at a premium.
For me, HP wasn't the primary concern...it was addressing the heads. I went the AHP route because of their unwavering forum support, exemplary customer service, meticulous approach and uniquely sourced materials to address the premature valve guide wear issue.
For me, HP wasn't the primary concern...it was addressing the heads. I went the AHP route because of their unwavering forum support, exemplary customer service, meticulous approach and uniquely sourced materials to address the premature valve guide wear issue.
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Z0HM6 (03-16-2018)
03-16-2018, 05:13 PM
#13
Team Owner
Where in Texas? I would contact Bret B, or one of the many great Texas people/shops.
03-16-2018, 05:49 PM
#14
Melting Slicks
You won't need NOS after H/C/I/E . Not these beasts. You have all the best mentioned in this thread. Good luck.
03-16-2018, 05:59 PM
#15
Drifting
Another guy coming from a 5.0! I had a 2013 Boss 302 and purchased my Z 28 February. You sound like me, the stock Z is wayyy better than a modded 5.0!
I do not know much but AI/WCCH are what I narrowed it down to and I am going WCCH due to 2 week turn around time, AI is 1.5 to 2 months. TSP is good and I have heard/seen bad.
I am not going Mamo because of price, if you want to spend $10k+ to make the (arguably) best NA power out of your Z, he is the way to go. Many guys are in the 620-640 rwhp range with his setup.
You can still make close with AI/WCCH heads and a good cam. Read my thread about speccing a cam and other threads about Frankenstein/Brodix heads. Tons of information was brought out in those threads. Good luck man, welcome to the darkside. Which is now the light side haha.
I do not know much but AI/WCCH are what I narrowed it down to and I am going WCCH due to 2 week turn around time, AI is 1.5 to 2 months. TSP is good and I have heard/seen bad.
I am not going Mamo because of price, if you want to spend $10k+ to make the (arguably) best NA power out of your Z, he is the way to go. Many guys are in the 620-640 rwhp range with his setup.
You can still make close with AI/WCCH heads and a good cam. Read my thread about speccing a cam and other threads about Frankenstein/Brodix heads. Tons of information was brought out in those threads. Good luck man, welcome to the darkside. Which is now the light side haha.
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Z0HM6 (03-16-2018)
03-16-2018, 06:05 PM
#16
Team Owner
I have a 5.0 too as a backup car. Actually prefer it to a Vette for around town duties. Both are great.
03-16-2018, 06:09 PM
#17
You'll get plenty of opins re H/C/I et al, have no doubt about it.
Glad you're slowly getting used to this car's ways, it's just smart.
As for mods et al?
I only drive one (10 years) & honestly stock power intimidates the bajebbers outa me, as-is.
Yes. I am admittedly a coward.
Fortunately there're many brave soul-owners here, built to the hilt.
They'll make themselves, their advice & their opinions known real soon.
Just remember, you asked for it.
Congrats once more, but do tell about your new Z -like trim etc.
Never tire hearing of a new owner's newly acquired monster in detail and besides, it'll be asked again several times anyway.
Glad you're slowly getting used to this car's ways, it's just smart.
As for mods et al?
I only drive one (10 years) & honestly stock power intimidates the bajebbers outa me, as-is.
Yes. I am admittedly a coward.
Fortunately there're many brave soul-owners here, built to the hilt.
They'll make themselves, their advice & their opinions known real soon.
Just remember, you asked for it.
Congrats once more, but do tell about your new Z -like trim etc.
Never tire hearing of a new owner's newly acquired monster in detail and besides, it'll be asked again several times anyway.
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Landru (03-17-2018)
03-16-2018, 06:12 PM
#19
Drifting
Haha same here, 2LT in Machine Silver. Race car is exactly how I put it as well haha. I feel the same way, it just so happened that my Z had 2LT. I did not care either way lol.
03-16-2018, 06:13 PM
#20
Tony Mamo has an excellent program for heads and cam LS7 cars. His complete combos regularly set horsepower records with independent tuners. He does not provide install services, but does provide excellent customer service and detailed one on one help with proper installation of his parts.
I have one of his complete combos installed on my Z06, and it broke the NA dyno record with my local shop. We even limited cam sizing to maintain better street manners while breaking that record.
Listen to the idle of my car. Its hard to belive it puts down 637 rear wheel horsepower with this smooth of an idle.
I have one of his complete combos installed on my Z06, and it broke the NA dyno record with my local shop. We even limited cam sizing to maintain better street manners while breaking that record.
Listen to the idle of my car. Its hard to belive it puts down 637 rear wheel horsepower with this smooth of an idle.
https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...-600-rwhp.html
I'm expecting to drop 10k or so, so I've reached out to tony to see what he can do for me.
600+rwhp is pretty much what i'm looking for NA with a cam that won't kill cruises.