[Joshinator99]

FWIW I keep a spare LT5 tensioner on the shelf. I have no faith in GM at all and since the LT5 was a 2019-only deal, it wouldn’t surprise me if they stop making this tensioner soon. So, a little insurance on the shelf never hurts lol.

[SOCAL.M6.ZLE]

Originally Posted by Joshinator99

FWIW I keep a spare LT5 tensioner on the shelf. I have no faith in GM at all and since the LT5 was a 2019-only deal, it wouldn’t surprise me if they stop making this tensioner soon. So, a little insurance on the shelf never hurts lol.

Thats a good idea! They are pretty cheap once you have the bracket!

[radz28]

THPSI stuff is THE BOMB!!! I love their stuff!

[Joshinator99]

Originally Posted by SOCAL.M6.ZLE

Thats a good idea! They are pretty cheap once you have the bracket!

Yep! Although my LT5 tensioner has been rock solid, it’s still a wear item and the beautiful THPSI setup is useless if you can’t get the tensioner. So having one on the shelf satisfies my OCD.

Originally Posted by radz28

THPSI stuff is THE BOMB!!! I love their stuff!

[SOCAL.M6.ZLE]

Injectors have arrived!!! Thanks again Aaron for letting me borrow the clip tool!

[SOCAL.M6.ZLE]

Oh... forgot to share the 10-rib 2.3" upper GRIPTEC just came in also!!!

[SOCAL.M6.ZLE]

While I am waiting for a sh*t load of parts to arrive.... I decided to wrap my headers to test the benefits to underhood temps and blower heat soaking. Install was simple, can't wait to test. Stay tuned!

Product is from Racetronix.

[Owl3]

Very Nice.
How many feet of wrap & how many clamps did it take to do both of them?

[SOCAL.M6.ZLE]

Originally Posted by Owl3

Very Nice.
How many feet of wrap & how many clamps did it take to do both of them?

Good question... it took me (4) 2" x 25' rolls and about (15) ties.... (had to cut a few off after the fact)

[SOCAL.M6.ZLE]

As requested... mods "this PHASE" are as follows...

1. Kong Stage.X Port (replaced with upgraded coupler)
2. THPSI 10-RIB Set Up + LT5 Tensioner
3. ZPE GripTec 10rib 2.3" Upper
4. Katech Dual Drop In Pumps + GMS Rear Seat Access Hatch
5. Custom Fuel Line + Filter set up + GMS Bracket (testing this out as a future package option)
6. 2000F Header Wrap
7. XDI +50% Injectors
8. GMS Rear Bumper Belly Pan
9. Adding (2) temps sensors to my GMS Stage.III Oil Cooler
10. XXX

#10 is still top secret. Should be able to share more info in 2-3 months.

[Joshinator99]

Originally Posted by SOCAL.M6.ZLE

As requested... mods "this PHASE" are as follows...

1. Kong Stage.X Port (replaced with upgraded coupler)
2. THPSI 10-RIB Set Up + LT5 Tensioner
3. ZPE GripTec 10rib 2.3" Upper
4. Katech Dual Drop In Pumps + GMS Rear Seat Access Hatch
5. Custom Fuel Line + Filter set up + GMS Bracket (testing this out as a future package option)
6. 2000F Header Wrap
7. XDI +50% Injectors
8. GMS Rear Bumper Belly Pan
9. Adding (2) temps sensors to my GMS Stage.III Oil Cooler
10. XXX

#10 is still top secret. Should be able to share more info in 2-3 months.

Hmmm… tell me more about #8…?

[SOCAL.M6.ZLE]

Originally Posted by Joshinator99

Hmmm… tell me more about #8…?

oooops, should not have listed that one yet... that one is top secret... more details to follow

[Joshinator99]

Originally Posted by SOCAL.M6.ZLE

oooops, should not have listed that one yet... that one is top secret... more details to follow

If that is something to help clean up the back underside of the car after removing the factory suitcase muffler…I’m probably in. Just keep it light AF please.

[calypso50kid]

Originally Posted by SOCAL.M6.ZLE

Hey guys... I have ALOT going on the car... testing new products, developing new products.... and I thought it was time to share a few updates on what is NOT top secret.

1. Too High PSI 10 rib + LT5 Tensioner.
Well, it seems the LT4 tension has not been doing it's job with holding enough tension to prevent slip, and the shallow range of motion prevented me from running a slightly smaller belt, so with the newly planned power in the works, I thought it was time to add Too High PSI to the vendor list, and test out their 10-rib conversion with LT5 tensioner.

This kit offers 30% more peak belt tension, 15% more belt length takeup (travel)
and 48% larger tensioner shaft and bearings. Despite the extra strength... the entire kit (plus a 9.2" lower) only weights 2.3oz more than the OEM parts and a (8 rib 9.2" lower)

A few photos below.

The car is going to be down for a while have the blower ported + work on the drop in pumps + custom hatch design + Install 50+ injectors + and a few other little goodies I can't share right now...

In the meantime, enjoy a few photos of this killer 10-rib set up.

2. Kong X Port... more to follow
3. Katech Dual Drop In Pumps... more to follow
4. XDI 50+ Injectors... more to follow
5. GMS Custom Fuel Pump Access Hatch... more to follow
6. GMS Custom Rear Diffuser Panel... more to follow
7. GMS Remote Oil Cooler Brackets for OEM Crash Bar

how long did their 10 rib setup take you to install?