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Old 07-18-2017, 08:09 PM
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Really Nice ! !
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Awesome!!!
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Old 07-18-2017, 08:54 PM
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we all know the narrow body cars are more aerodynamic and faster.

Nice to know we have all that reserve speed in hand compared to those GS, Z06 and ZR1 models. Now scientifically proven.
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Old 07-18-2017, 09:03 PM
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I am impressed. What a nice clean run to the top end. Preparation equals results.
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Give us some details on the power plant.
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Originally Posted by cmonkey713
Give us some details on the power plant.
I have a build thread in the forced induction section.. https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...ile-build.html

But here are the basics:
LME built LSX 427. 10:1
AllPro heads
Procharger F1x by ECS with 10 rib
Air-to-water
ProEFI
ARH headers
Wet sump with accumulator
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Nice job! Sounded Sweet!
Old 07-18-2017, 10:54 PM
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Awesome job RecMech, like I stated in your thread your attention to detail and fabrication skills are amazing!
Old 07-18-2017, 11:16 PM
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Kowabunga! Nice job! Thanks for sharing!
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WOW!
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Quadblack? Is that you?!
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Nice!
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Thats unreal!!!!!

i'm still trying to find a 1-2mile runway within a few hours drive of los angeles to try and run mine
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Originally Posted by Brandon619
Awesome job RecMech, like I stated in your thread your attention to detail and fabrication skills are amazing!
Thank you!
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dammit that sounds nice, pulls hard way up top!
Solid roller?

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Wow great job! I feel crazy going 153
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Originally Posted by cuisinartvette
dammit that sounds nice, pulls hard way up top!
Solid roller?
Thanks! Yes, low lash solid roller
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