numbers obsessed, help me hit 400 ... ?
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From: Austin Tx
numbers obsessed, help me hit 400 ... ?
Hello,
I'm scheduled to have my 08 C6 tuned by John at 21 Century Muscle cars this Thursday. At first, I didn't want nor expect any hp gain... but as the days passed by, I found my greed creeping up on me. I started thinking... ya know, my LS3 is probably going to dyno around 390 rwhp... how hard can it be to hit that magic number with a tune + something else cheap?
I know being obsessed with numbers is absolutely ridiculous, but I can't help it... I'm a numbers guy by profession...
So my question is this... are there any cheap, non invasive (warranty-wise) "mods" that I could do to hit 400 rwhp? I'm already getting a tune an a 160* stat. Is cutting the shroud or adding a K&N drop in replacement filter worth anything? Will either one of those tip off the dealer visually?
I understand the whole warranty thing and understand the risks I'm taking with a tune... I just don't want to get hassled if they see a cut shroud (it's harder to "see" a tune, ya know?).
Thanks.
I'm scheduled to have my 08 C6 tuned by John at 21 Century Muscle cars this Thursday. At first, I didn't want nor expect any hp gain... but as the days passed by, I found my greed creeping up on me. I started thinking... ya know, my LS3 is probably going to dyno around 390 rwhp... how hard can it be to hit that magic number with a tune + something else cheap?
I know being obsessed with numbers is absolutely ridiculous, but I can't help it... I'm a numbers guy by profession...
So my question is this... are there any cheap, non invasive (warranty-wise) "mods" that I could do to hit 400 rwhp? I'm already getting a tune an a 160* stat. Is cutting the shroud or adding a K&N drop in replacement filter worth anything? Will either one of those tip off the dealer visually?
I understand the whole warranty thing and understand the risks I'm taking with a tune... I just don't want to get hassled if they see a cut shroud (it's harder to "see" a tune, ya know?).
Thanks.
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From: North Texas
I believe the last time I was in TX, they haven't been posioned with California's 91. Therefore, your tuner should come close to 400. There is a thread with tuning results from RPM motors running around this section.
If your a few HP away, it might be a good time to consider a healthy diet and shed some pounds. Then use the restroom and hop in the vette.
I'm a stock fanatic and don't like modding (other than SS brake lines, brake ducts and brake pads).
If your a few HP away, it might be a good time to consider a healthy diet and shed some pounds. Then use the restroom and hop in the vette.
I'm a stock fanatic and don't like modding (other than SS brake lines, brake ducts and brake pads).
Last edited by FLZ_Boy; Sep 11, 2007 at 08:53 PM.
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St. Jude Donor '08
Hello,
I'm scheduled to have my 08 C6 tuned by John at 21 Century Muscle cars this Thursday. At first, I didn't want nor expect any hp gain... but as the days passed by, I found my greed creeping up on me. I started thinking... ya know, my LS3 is probably going to dyno around 390 rwhp... how hard can it be to hit that magic number with a tune + something else cheap?
I know being obsessed with numbers is absolutely ridiculous, but I can't help it... I'm a numbers guy by profession...
So my question is this... are there any cheap, non invasive (warranty-wise) "mods" that I could do to hit 400 rwhp? I'm already getting a tune an a 160* stat. Is cutting the shroud or adding a K&N drop in replacement filter worth anything? Will either one of those tip off the dealer visually?
I understand the whole warranty thing and understand the risks I'm taking with a tune... I just don't want to get hassled if they see a cut shroud (it's harder to "see" a tune, ya know?).
Thanks.
I'm scheduled to have my 08 C6 tuned by John at 21 Century Muscle cars this Thursday. At first, I didn't want nor expect any hp gain... but as the days passed by, I found my greed creeping up on me. I started thinking... ya know, my LS3 is probably going to dyno around 390 rwhp... how hard can it be to hit that magic number with a tune + something else cheap?
I know being obsessed with numbers is absolutely ridiculous, but I can't help it... I'm a numbers guy by profession...
So my question is this... are there any cheap, non invasive (warranty-wise) "mods" that I could do to hit 400 rwhp? I'm already getting a tune an a 160* stat. Is cutting the shroud or adding a K&N drop in replacement filter worth anything? Will either one of those tip off the dealer visually?
I understand the whole warranty thing and understand the risks I'm taking with a tune... I just don't want to get hassled if they see a cut shroud (it's harder to "see" a tune, ya know?).
Thanks.
Racer
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From: Southeast Florida
Add a big can of octane boost
along with 93 octane Chevron
And while you doing the stat,
add 2 bottles of water wetter
and replace some of the coolant
with just distilled water.
along with 93 octane Chevron
And while you doing the stat,
add 2 bottles of water wetter
and replace some of the coolant
with just distilled water.
Last edited by FLY US; Sep 11, 2007 at 10:10 PM.
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St. Jude Donor '08
The only numbers i would care about is what it can run at the 1/4 on an average 60ft(1.9 - 2.1). Dyno numbers don`t mean a thing as a dyno is just a tool for tuning
Hope you hit your magic number
Hope you hit your magic number
Drifting
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From: Fairview TX
John and his staff are excellent. You picked a winner! I don't think you'll be disappointed. The weather is supposed to be somewhat cool on Thursday - good luck dude! Post back with your numbers.
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From: Austin Tx
It's all rippling muscle btw. I wish. If I had 4 grand to spend I'd do headers and a cam package! If I had more, I'd go for the gusto with a twin turbo.
But I'm trying to be "responsible". 
Originally Posted by jimmybobby
The weather is supposed to be somewhat cool on Thursday - good luck dude! Post back with your numbers.
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