LT's, CAI, Tune
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LT's, CAI, Tune
I been lurking around these here threads for quite some time. I have searched counteless times on the best CAI and LT's, etc. But have finally decided on a route to go. For the benefit of all I wanted to share what I have and what I am doing in case someone ever uses the "search" button 
I have:
- Yellow C6
- 2007 A6 5700 miles
- *No starting dyno numbers, but likely standard A6 RWHP 335 to 345*
Am Doing:
- Kooks LT's
- BBK Intake Part No.: 0015993 *Relatively new product. I have searched the forum for information regarding HP gains with this intake and didn't see anything. Dynotech Tuners out of Chesapeake VA recommended it. They do this stuff all day long, so I went with it.*
- Tune *Should improve shift points and TM with the A6. Will not be so aggressive as to produce detonation.*
I guess you could say I am getting the "basics". I'm also leaving the stock exhaust on the car, as the LT's should increase the noise level (good thing!) and of course the power. I expect 375 to 385 at the rear wheels with this setup based on research from the forums. I'll post actual gains after installation.
I have:
- Yellow C6
- 2007 A6 5700 miles
- *No starting dyno numbers, but likely standard A6 RWHP 335 to 345*
Am Doing:
- Kooks LT's
- BBK Intake Part No.: 0015993 *Relatively new product. I have searched the forum for information regarding HP gains with this intake and didn't see anything. Dynotech Tuners out of Chesapeake VA recommended it. They do this stuff all day long, so I went with it.*
- Tune *Should improve shift points and TM with the A6. Will not be so aggressive as to produce detonation.*
I guess you could say I am getting the "basics". I'm also leaving the stock exhaust on the car, as the LT's should increase the noise level (good thing!) and of course the power. I expect 375 to 385 at the rear wheels with this setup based on research from the forums. I'll post actual gains after installation.
Safety Car
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Just my opinion but when it comes to cold air intakes, unless it shows track gains, no matter what a dyno says, it's probably not worth it. Of course to each his own and the BBK piece looks nice. Hopefully it works as advertised. Regardless, you'll like the gains from the long-tubes.
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I been lurking around these here threads for quite some time. I have searched counteless times on the best CAI and LT's, etc. But have finally decided on a route to go. For the benefit of all I wanted to share what I have and what I am doing in case someone ever uses the "search" button
I have:
- Yellow C6
- 2007 A6 5700 miles
- *No starting dyno numbers, but likely standard A6 RWHP 335 to 345*
Am Doing:
- Kooks LT's
- BBK Intake Part No.: 0015993 *Relatively new product. I have searched the forum for information regarding HP gains with this intake and didn't see anything. Dynotech Tuners out of Chesapeake VA recommended it. They do this stuff all day long, so I went with it.*
- Tune *Should improve shift points and TM with the A6. Will not be so aggressive as to produce detonation.*
I guess you could say I am getting the "basics". I'm also leaving the stock exhaust on the car, as the LT's should increase the noise level (good thing!) and of course the power. I expect 375 to 385 at the rear wheels with this setup based on research from the forums. I'll post actual gains after installation.
I have:
- Yellow C6
- 2007 A6 5700 miles
- *No starting dyno numbers, but likely standard A6 RWHP 335 to 345*
Am Doing:
- Kooks LT's
- BBK Intake Part No.: 0015993 *Relatively new product. I have searched the forum for information regarding HP gains with this intake and didn't see anything. Dynotech Tuners out of Chesapeake VA recommended it. They do this stuff all day long, so I went with it.*
- Tune *Should improve shift points and TM with the A6. Will not be so aggressive as to produce detonation.*
I guess you could say I am getting the "basics". I'm also leaving the stock exhaust on the car, as the LT's should increase the noise level (good thing!) and of course the power. I expect 375 to 385 at the rear wheels with this setup based on research from the forums. I'll post actual gains after installation.
Last edited by jdenny21; May 4, 2007 at 08:51 AM.
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Sounds like we're on the same track. American racing headers, 160 stat, K&N aircharger, and a tune on a Z06. Was at 445 rwhp stock (stingy dyno) with K&N went to 467, with tune (not finished yet) went to 480. Will redyno soon with headers and tune part II.
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Thanks for the input all around. Whatever numbers I do produce, I'm posting.
The CAI search was exhausting! There were so many opinions all around on what does increase the cars performance to what does not. Track performance in the 1/4 is the best indicator. I do realize I have no data for the BBK...so I am taking a bit of a risk. If it works out well or not well, everyone here will know about it.
Just learned I may be going from Kooks to another brand of LT's. Has to do with availability and price. No biggie.
The CAI search was exhausting! There were so many opinions all around on what does increase the cars performance to what does not. Track performance in the 1/4 is the best indicator. I do realize I have no data for the BBK...so I am taking a bit of a risk. If it works out well or not well, everyone here will know about it.
Just learned I may be going from Kooks to another brand of LT's. Has to do with availability and price. No biggie.
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From: Chandler Arizona
Thanks for the input all around. Whatever numbers I do produce, I'm posting.
The CAI search was exhausting! There were so many opinions all around on what does increase the cars performance to what does not. Track performance in the 1/4 is the best indicator. I do realize I have no data for the BBK...so I am taking a bit of a risk. If it works out well or not well, everyone here will know about it.
Just learned I may be going from Kooks to another brand of LT's. Has to do with availability and price. No biggie.
The CAI search was exhausting! There were so many opinions all around on what does increase the cars performance to what does not. Track performance in the 1/4 is the best indicator. I do realize I have no data for the BBK...so I am taking a bit of a risk. If it works out well or not well, everyone here will know about it.
Just learned I may be going from Kooks to another brand of LT's. Has to do with availability and price. No biggie.
As far as other header brands, I really like the full race merge collectors, so if it were me, the only three brands I would use are Kooks, LG Pro's, or American Racing Headers.
Good luck,
Glenn
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Good Luck with the numbers
. But your better off seeing what the car does at the track than READ into the numbers too much. My car was dynoed on a dynojet and my base was 332ftlbs and 331hp with the vararam,after the bolt ons and the tune i gained 20ftlbs and 25hp at the rears. But at the track is wear i gained over stock
. But your better off seeing what the car does at the track than READ into the numbers too much. My car was dynoed on a dynojet and my base was 332ftlbs and 331hp with the vararam,after the bolt ons and the tune i gained 20ftlbs and 25hp at the rears. But at the track is wear i gained over stock
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I have the Melrose smooth flow headers, VR, COW tune with no dyno numbers. Went to the track pulled 12.50 at 115 MPH three times and I don't even know how to drag race. I don't know if that is good or not. I will be trying again. I used the competition driving mode the tires didn't spin. I thought about taking the traction control off and trying that. But ended up saving that for another day.
Any thoughts?
Any thoughts?
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I have the Melrose smooth flow headers, VR, COW tune with no dyno numbers. Went to the track pulled 12.50 at 115 MPH three times and I don't even know how to drag race. I don't know if that is good or not. I will be trying again. I used the competition driving mode the tires didn't spin. I thought about taking the traction control off and trying that. But ended up saving that for another day.
Any thoughts?
Any thoughts?
Go the lasat page of the first sticky post in C6 Tech forum.
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/show...214565&page=85
The 1/4 miles numbers are posted there.
Kermooni.
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Not that any of you are monitoring this thread for updates...
But wanted to add one anyway
Kooks LT's it is and they are on order. Should be in the shop ready to be fixed up next week. There were some issues with the price of the headers. Dyno tuned Performance quoted me a price but they couldn't get them as cheap as they quoted. So, they honored their quote.
The big thing is that it gives me the impression I'm working with people who look out for their customers. The issues that have come up, they have handled really well. This is good!
But wanted to add one anyway
Kooks LT's it is and they are on order. Should be in the shop ready to be fixed up next week. There were some issues with the price of the headers. Dyno tuned Performance quoted me a price but they couldn't get them as cheap as they quoted. So, they honored their quote.
The big thing is that it gives me the impression I'm working with people who look out for their customers. The issues that have come up, they have handled really well. This is good!
Racer
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From: Burnsville MN
Not that any of you are monitoring this thread for updates...
But wanted to add one anyway
Kooks LT's it is and they are on order. Should be in the shop ready to be fixed up next week. There were some issues with the price of the headers. Dyno tuned Performance quoted me a price but they couldn't get them as cheap as they quoted. So, they honored their quote.
The big thing is that it gives me the impression I'm working with people who look out for their customers. The issues that have come up, they have handled really well. This is good!
But wanted to add one anyway
Kooks LT's it is and they are on order. Should be in the shop ready to be fixed up next week. There were some issues with the price of the headers. Dyno tuned Performance quoted me a price but they couldn't get them as cheap as they quoted. So, they honored their quote.
The big thing is that it gives me the impression I'm working with people who look out for their customers. The issues that have come up, they have handled really well. This is good!
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Hey all, everything was installed! Great day it is. I will tell you what I have and then ask/say some stuff.
Kooks LT's, BBK intake, HP tune.
Dyno'd in 4th gear on a Dynomax (I think that's the name of it). 381 RWHP...and torque will come soon. I left the sheet in the car.
My comments/questions:
1. Odd..first pull was in 3rd, showing less HP. Second pull in 4th and after a tune final pull in 4th. But according to some advice the best gear to do a dyno in the A6 is 4th.
2. Car sounds different. I like it. I have the stock exhaust but the headers make a noise all unto their own it seems. (A good noise!) If anyone is local and wants to hear, let me know.
3. I honestly think my numbers are a little too high...
4. What do I do next?
Kooks LT's, BBK intake, HP tune.
Dyno'd in 4th gear on a Dynomax (I think that's the name of it). 381 RWHP...and torque will come soon. I left the sheet in the car.
My comments/questions:
1. Odd..first pull was in 3rd, showing less HP. Second pull in 4th and after a tune final pull in 4th. But according to some advice the best gear to do a dyno in the A6 is 4th.
2. Car sounds different. I like it. I have the stock exhaust but the headers make a noise all unto their own it seems. (A good noise!) If anyone is local and wants to hear, let me know.
3. I honestly think my numbers are a little too high...
4. What do I do next?
Le Mans Master
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From: Chandler Arizona
Hey all, everything was installed! Great day it is. I will tell you what I have and then ask/say some stuff.
Kooks LT's, BBK intake, HP tune.
Dyno'd in 4th gear on a Dynomax (I think that's the name of it). 381 RWHP...and torque will come soon. I left the sheet in the car.
My comments/questions:
1. Odd..first pull was in 3rd, showing less HP. Second pull in 4th and after a tune final pull in 4th. But according to some advice the best gear to do a dyno in the A6 is 4th.
2. Car sounds different. I like it. I have the stock exhaust but the headers make a noise all unto their own it seems. (A good noise!) If anyone is local and wants to hear, let me know.
3. I honestly think my numbers are a little too high...
4. What do I do next?
Kooks LT's, BBK intake, HP tune.
Dyno'd in 4th gear on a Dynomax (I think that's the name of it). 381 RWHP...and torque will come soon. I left the sheet in the car.
My comments/questions:
1. Odd..first pull was in 3rd, showing less HP. Second pull in 4th and after a tune final pull in 4th. But according to some advice the best gear to do a dyno in the A6 is 4th.
2. Car sounds different. I like it. I have the stock exhaust but the headers make a noise all unto their own it seems. (A good noise!) If anyone is local and wants to hear, let me know.
3. I honestly think my numbers are a little too high...
4. What do I do next?
The Dynomax removes the rear wheels and hooks the rear axles directly to the dyno. These dynos are great, but they do run high because you don't have the loss of accelerating the rear wheels and tires and any loss between the tire and roller. I'm guessing you would have been around 370 on a Dynojet, but we'll never know. The important thing with any dyno is to do a before and after run so you can see the delta.
I would be very interested how much you picked up just with the tune. I'm hoping the tuner at least did a pull before he started tuning.