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Old Aug 2, 2008 | 09:16 AM
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Good morning everyone,

I'm having a little difficulty deciding which way to go with my new car. I have a couple of questions, maybe you guys could help me sort through. I'm looking to make 450-475RWHP safely.

I have a 08 C6 w/ a M6 and I was wondering if the Vortech kit Andy sells would be over kill. Would I need to upgrade my clutch immediately?

What do these kits normally make at 5-7psi on 100 octane?

my other option is

Full exhaust, cam, CAI and a small NO2 wet shot (50-75) and a tune.



Thanks in advance for your help guys.
Tom
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Old Aug 2, 2008 | 09:26 AM
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HI:

If you put Andy's kit on with and nice header package with and low thermostat you will have around 505RWHP. You will need to get a nice tune to match. You will not need to have the cluch replaced at all. The stock one will work just fine as long as you are not going to the track.

I have done a few and none of them have engine or clutch problems and a very street reliable. Use the vortech head only the other one is real noisey.

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Old Aug 2, 2008 | 09:28 AM
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An 08 will make that power with a lil head clean up, cam and headers. If that is truly your goal, then I'd go that route.
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Originally Posted by AintQik
An 08 will make that power with a lil head clean up, cam and headers. If that is truly your goal, then I'd go that route.
DTE did a mild cam and headers on an 08 and made 454. Car was awesome!
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