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Forum: ZL1 Discussions 08-14-2024, 01:38 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 5,652
Posted By dreksnot
No. But it always feels better with a no-spin...

No. But it always feels better with a no-spin launch.
Forum: Forced Induction Discussions 08-13-2024, 11:17 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,028
Posted By dreksnot
The Whipple instructions have 3/8" subframe...

The Whipple instructions have 3/8" subframe spacers to help the lid clear the hood I presume, as well as a carbon fiber insert.

Q: will a set of BMR motor mounts drop the motor so as not to have...
Forum: ZL1 Discussions 08-02-2024, 12:41 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 5,652
Posted By dreksnot
Ah, ran across one of my cockpit views for 200mph...

Ah, ran across one of my cockpit views for 200mph

2022 TX Mile cockpit view (https://youtu.be/CPQfaXmyeEA)
Forum: ZL1 Discussions 07-30-2024, 02:00 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 747
Posted By dreksnot
I made me some handy dandy 12" wooden ramps with...

I made me some handy dandy 12" wooden ramps with detachable stands when lumber would have been $25. 10x that now.
Forum: Forced Induction Discussions 07-25-2024, 09:36 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,028
Posted By dreksnot
I'm wondering how those 3/8" subframe spacers...

I'm wondering how those 3/8" subframe spacers (for installation) are going to effect a tuned ZLE suspension with the additional height. Are the spacers really necessary WITH the Whipple Carbon Fiber...
Forum: ZL1 Discussions 07-24-2024, 04:46 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 5,652
Posted By dreksnot
I thought I'd take it easy on my very first run ...

I thought I'd take it easy on my very first run and get used to the airstrip at 16psi - cracked an easy 194mph on the daily car. Bumping the boost up a bit to 19psi I slipped a little over my...
Forum: ZL1 Discussions 07-24-2024, 03:37 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 760
Posted By dreksnot
I've seen a destroyed ZL1 thermostat housing at...

I've seen a destroyed ZL1 thermostat housing at the drag strip after the belt snapped, so I wouldn't any racing in general. Wear protection!
Forum: Forced Induction Discussions 07-24-2024, 12:26 PM
Replies: 148
Views: 19,254
Posted By dreksnot
A'aight, now wondering if what I said as to how...

A'aight, now wondering if what I said as to how to "plug" the machined bores with laying-around LS3 injectors and a fuel rail to hold them in place should work?

I got a cryptic answer from Whipple...
Forum: Forced Induction Discussions 07-24-2024, 10:02 AM
Replies: 148
Views: 19,254
Posted By dreksnot
You never answered this, Josh (if you did have...

You never answered this, Josh (if you did have the bosses machined). Did you just stick some LS3 injectors in there with a plugged fuel rail and ran DI until you eventually go PI?
Forum: ZL1 Discussions 07-24-2024, 10:00 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 5,652
Posted By dreksnot
It's quite a feat to hit 200mph in the Mile. ...

It's quite a feat to hit 200mph in the Mile. Been there, done that. I presume it takes around 975rwhp with a two-ton car. I hadn't had my car dyno'd but with all my tuning and calculations, that's...
Forum: Forced Induction Discussions 07-23-2024, 04:25 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,028
Posted By dreksnot
If I do end up going the 3.0 route, I will try...

If I do end up going the 3.0 route, I will try and find someone local to me with a 2650 and PI to check fit this dandy Whipple CF insert. And, report back.
Forum: Interior Parts & Accessories 07-23-2024, 01:23 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 210
Posted By dreksnot
TRADE: Charcoal for Red Seat Belts

Anyone want to trade out their Red Seat belts for my Black ones?
Forum: Forced Induction Discussions 07-23-2024, 01:03 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,028
Posted By dreksnot
Trying to decide between a 2650 and 3.0L be...

Trying to decide between a 2650 and 3.0L be getting hard! :bonk:

Gotta drop the subframe with about 12 spaces - not difficult and if you have a ZL1, then cut the hood support insert, get cowled...
Forum: ZL1 Discussions 07-23-2024, 11:52 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 6,258
Posted By dreksnot
"They" say to ceramic coat hot things. I had my...

"They" say to ceramic coat hot things. I had my headers 2500F Jet Hot coated in an attempt to reduce under-hood temperatures. My experience was that maybe it did help but I still has melting things...
Forum: Forced Induction Discussions 07-20-2024, 04:27 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,818
Posted By dreksnot
So, is 750-850rwhp a realistic range for an SBE...

So, is 750-850rwhp a realistic range for an SBE LT4 to live a relative good and long life, of course, with a great tune and fuel?
Forum: Interior Parts & Accessories 07-19-2024, 12:24 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 15,781
Posted By dreksnot
Another satisfied customer. I tried to match as...

Another satisfied customer. I tried to match as close as I could the Wild Cherry exterior; ended up with the Lamborghini Rosso Centaurus Alcantara with extra padding for the knees.
Forum: Forced Induction Discussions 07-19-2024, 10:18 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,818
Posted By dreksnot
Problem is.... patience is not one of my...

Problem is.... patience is not one of my illustrious virtues. What you're suggesting is more fuel with a bigger blower (airflow), and really at our mile high altitude, we need MORE. After receiving...
Forum: Forced Induction Discussions 07-17-2024, 04:40 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,818
Posted By dreksnot
So, I actually want 800hp to the ground, so it...

So, I actually want 800hp to the ground, so it would be a corrected 960whp at sea level (although I wouldn't plan to go down there to see). I hate this altitude correction factor thing because it...
Forum: Forced Induction Discussions 07-17-2024, 11:22 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,818
Posted By dreksnot
I don't want to open the motor at this point. ...

I don't want to open the motor at this point. With the larger bore in the LPE BB/Goliath, was hoping it could provide enough fueling with the upgraded LPFP and larger injectors. (we don't know the...
Forum: Forced Induction Discussions 07-17-2024, 10:37 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,818
Posted By dreksnot
I did also mean that LPFP in addition to the LPE...

I did also mean that LPFP in addition to the LPE BB or Goliath and bigger injectors. I just hear the low side is the first limiter for fuel and it definitely needs addressing. I don't know the cap...
Forum: Forced Induction Discussions 07-17-2024, 09:33 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,818
Posted By dreksnot
As silly as this sounds, I'd like to keep this...

As silly as this sounds, I'd like to keep this power build as power-productive and as simple as possible. I come off a +1,350whp LSX, which was simple to fuel and make power. This LT world is...
Forum: Forced Induction Discussions 07-16-2024, 03:52 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,818
Posted By dreksnot
750-850RWHP target

I think I'm down with a target of 750-850rwhp at my mile high altitude (SAE dyno correction 1.2) for a daily driver/weekend warrior ZLE. Would be nice to be able to do this with 91 octane but I have...
Forum: Forced Induction Discussions 06-29-2024, 11:38 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,028
Posted By dreksnot
I've dashed my dreams of twincharging my ZLE...

I've dashed my dreams of twincharging my ZLE (mainly because of emissions - stupid county). Next thoughts are down a similar road as you - what about a 3.0L Whipple. Just start with that and play...
Forum: Forced Induction Discussions 06-22-2024, 09:53 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,378
Posted By dreksnot
To expand on what my issues was and most...

To expand on what my issues was and most certainly sounds similar to yours, but mine's a lengthy story.

Since I was pushing x,xxx hp, I needed more crankcase venting. So, I went bigger, and dual...
Forum: Forced Induction Discussions 06-21-2024, 05:57 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,378
Posted By dreksnot
What brand catch can and how do you have it...

What brand catch can and how do you have it installed? PCV setup or draft setup?

I had big issues with my LSX. The combination of the valve covers, where and how the vent tubing was - was the...
Forum: Forced Induction Discussions 06-01-2024, 10:47 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,378
Posted By dreksnot
There are so many other things that make plenty...

There are so many other things that make plenty more sense to do... Let's not get rational.

This would be a challenge to get dialed in with the how-power-comes-on charger deliveries in harmony. ...
Forum: Forced Induction Discussions 05-31-2024, 04:56 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,378
Posted By dreksnot
That's one of my questionable dilemmas - how much...

That's one of my questionable dilemmas - how much compressed air can you feed the LT4 SC before it becomes a bottleneck? At first, I was not thinking to do much, like maybe 4psi, just to get me at...
Forum: Forced Induction Discussions 05-31-2024, 04:12 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,378
Posted By dreksnot
I've been teetering a twin-charge setup. I've...

I've been teetering a twin-charge setup. I've ran twins (only) with great success on my earlier LSx platform and understand quite a bit about the pros/cons for making power and also problems...
Forum: Forced Induction Discussions 05-30-2024, 11:22 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,378
Posted By dreksnot
You see they’re having a group buy sale right now?

You see they’re having a group buy sale right now?
Forum: Forced Induction Discussions 05-30-2024, 06:35 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,518
Posted By dreksnot
I jumped up to the 427 from the 376 opting for...

I jumped up to the 427 from the 376 opting for more low end torque while keeping the CR 11:1. Obviously, you'll get more torque with more cubes. More airflow = more power. You just have to have...
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