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Ltespd · 08-02-2010, 12:58 PM

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Originally Posted by radz28

Even if GM were to use LSA straight out of CTS-V, there's still the problem of the upper intake not fitting below the cowl. That's not to say that they simply can't engineer a lower-profile lid and stick with that, but the intercooler might very well have to be altered, so why not look into another SC, like the LS9's 2300, which profile is a lot lower? Maybe run with lower boost so as not to tax the hyper' pistons, PM rods, and cast caps, among the many other differences. I believe GM should be looking as close to 600 as possible. Some will point to the 'Vette only having 40 horse more, however, I believe ZR1 will be ready for another boost (pun intended) in the next year or so, so... the door's open for Z28, IMVHO.

580 here

I'm hoping they look a little farther into the future and put out 600, but there's nothing wrong with 556 either. That's nothing a little simple intake and exhaust can't change, or a little pulley and tune

I think the 575HP sounds about right. The higher the better. Either way I'm planning to get one.

*DGthe3* · 08-02-2010, 01:27 PM

572.5 ...

Angrybird 12 · 08-02-2010, 02:00 PM

i can't wait for all the whinning to begin when the real HP numbers are released, I don't care how high it is someone will want it higher...

*radz28* · 08-02-2010, 02:03 PM

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Originally Posted by Skyman 08

i can't wait for all the whinning to begin when the real HP numbers are released, I don't care how high it is someone will want it higher...

Someone's always gotta' cry about something.

truth411 · 08-02-2010, 08:35 PM

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Originally Posted by radz28

Someone's always gotta' cry about something.

True, but comeon bro, I think it will be obvious that the z/28 will weigh a bit more than the gt-500 (3820lbs). I am hoping for about 600hp, it will need it, Just sayin.

Betblak · 08-02-2010, 09:02 PM

I'm not up on all the differences. Isn't there a platform change in the future for the Z28? Alpha chassis I think I read? If so, is that lighter, heavier or just different?

*DGthe3* · 08-02-2010, 09:08 PM

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Originally Posted by Betblak

I'm not up on all the differences. Isn't there a platform change in the future for the Z28? Alpha chassis I think I read? If so, is that lighter, heavier or just different?

Platform change is for the Camaro, all models. It is expected to make it a bit lighter, and is anticipated around 2015.

*Mr. Wyndham* · 08-02-2010, 09:12 PM

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Originally Posted by truth411

True, but comeon bro, I think it will be obvious that the z/28 will weigh a bit more than the gt-500 (3820lbs). I am hoping for about 600hp, it will need it, Just sayin.

It won't NEED it. Read up on the CTS-V's performance numbers...that formula is no slouch.

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Originally Posted by Betblak

I'm not up on all the differences. Isn't there a platform change in the future for the Z28? Alpha chassis I think I read? If so, is that lighter, heavier or just different?

No, the Z28 will be on the current Camaro's platform. The Alpha chassis is going to underpin the 6thgen Camaro (maybe)...which should rear its pretty head mid to late decade.

Revo1 · 08-02-2010, 09:35 PM

I can't stop staring at this camo'd beast. Gonna be sick, but way out of my price range... Oh well, I can stare at everyone else's on this thread when that time comes

Captain Awesome · 08-02-2010, 09:38 PM

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Originally Posted by ViperTomcat

My guess is the HP/TQ rating will be the same as the current CTS-V. I doubt GM will produce two different versions of the same engine, one for a limited production/sales and the other for a limited production/sales coupe. The LSA remains unchanged between the CTS-V coupe and sedan, and I'm willing to bet that it will remain unchanged between the CTS-V's and the Z/28.

If for 2012 the GT500 gets the TVS blower and goes to or around 600 HP..then look for a reaction out of the 2012 Z/28 (or 2013)

Why doesn't GM make a single engine with higher HP/Torque for the Z28 and CTS-V? Then they can both be the same, just higher.

KKreme15 · 08-02-2010, 10:24 PM

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Originally Posted by Captain Awesome

Why doesn't GM make a single engine with higher HP/Torque for the Z28 and CTS-V? Then they can both be the same, just higher.

lol

*Mr. Wyndham* · 08-02-2010, 10:26 PM

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Originally Posted by Captain Awesome

Why doesn't GM make a single engine with higher HP/Torque for the Z28 and CTS-V? Then they can both be the same, just higher.

....BMW's touching up their M5 this year, aren't they?

Scarrzz · 08-03-2010, 08:44 AM

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I just read these things over and over, it's like car porn.

I think I'll have to go for the auto/paddle shifters because the metal knob would get so hot down here in El Paso, and a wooden stick shift would just be confusing.

So What kind of wheel HP are you guys expecting then, > 475 ?

(There is no such thing as too much.)

If we know that and have a good weight we can estimate the quarter mile time.

< 12.5 is my expectation.

I'm pretty sure at this point the hallowed name of Z28 will have a suitable beast under the badge.

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boxmonkeyracing · 08-03-2010, 08:57 AM

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Originally Posted by Scarrzz

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I just read these things over and over, it's like car porn.

I think I'll have to go for the auto/paddle shifters because the metal knob would get so hot down here in El Paso, and a wooden stick shift would just be confusing.

So What kind of wheel HP are you guys expecting then, > 475 ?

(There is no such thing as too much.)

If we know that and have a good weight we can estimate the quarter mile time.

< 12.5 is my expectation.

I'm pretty sure at this point the hallowed name of Z28 will have a suitable beast under the badge.

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sure there is too much. if you can't touch the gas peddle with out spinning the tires. . .that's too much...or you need wider tires. lol

I will say mags will get a 12.3 and actual drivers mid-high 11's.

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Scarrzz No Fear-No Limits- Camaro Drives: '13 ZL1 or Suzuki Hayabusa Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Louisiana, CO, GA, TX, etc. Posts: 2,033 View My Garage	. I just read these things over and over, it's like car porn. I think I'll have to go for the auto/paddle shifters because the metal knob would get so hot down here in El Paso, and a wooden stick shift would just be confusing. So What kind of wheel HP are you guys expecting then, > 475 ? (There is no such thing as too much.) If we know that and have a good weight we can estimate the quarter mile time. < 12.5 is my expectation. I'm pretty sure at this point the hallowed name of Z28 will have a suitable beast under the badge. . __________________ . __________________________________ ................................................The Faithful are Watching.

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Betblak Drives: 2010 BlackneSS Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Maricopa AZ Posts: 103 View My Garage	I'm not up on all the differences. Isn't there a platform change in the future for the Z28? Alpha chassis I think I read? If so, is that lighter, heavier or just different?