[2023_ZL1-AUTO]

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.

Bro, WOW and congrats! I feel I will need to update my signature! I'll be curious to see what rwhp you get by adding #1, #2,#3 and #4. I have those same mods, but I don't have your engine work! It would be cool if somehow we could compare. You know my current rwhp after my last round of mods, it will be cool to see how gain you end up with! What are you thinking your new rwhp # will be? It's awesome seeing you continuing to dig in and max out the

[bbraswell918]

First off; I am in love with this build and your threads. You are so detailed and neat and I love it. Goals. I’m excited to see what all you do with this car.

I saw this somewhere and I forget where, and apologies if this was already mentioned; how the hell can you run 345s in the rear? Lol

I know the wiring harness has to be relocated for anything more than a 305 really, but that seems HUGE for the back.
Did you have to do anything special? Or can you just throw them back there and they’re good?
I currently have 305s in the rear on my non-1le 2ss, would i be able to run one that large out back? I probably would never need to (once i boost it, i would run a stickier tire and likely a 17” rim). I am mainly asking for curiosity and learning sake.

Thanks!

[SOCAL.M6.ZLE]

Originally Posted by 2023_ZL1-AUTO

Bro, WOW and congrats! I feel I will need to update my signature! I'll be curious to see what rwhp you get by adding #1, #2,#3 and #4. I have those same mods, but I don't have your engine work! It would be cool if somehow we could compare. You know my current rwhp after my last round of mods, it will be cool to see how gain you end up with! What are you thinking your new rwhp # will be? It's awesome seeing you continuing to dig in and max out the

Thanks Scott... My only motivation is to make at least 1hp more than you

J/K... in terested also. Not going for max effort, just wanted to test out some new parts. I assume I'll pick up another 60rwhp +/-... time will tell! This phase is going to be fun - no doubt!

[SOCAL.M6.ZLE]

Originally Posted by bbraswell918

First off; I am in love with this build and your threads. You are so detailed and neat and I love it. Goals. I’m excited to see what all you do with this car.

I saw this somewhere and I forget where, and apologies if this was already mentioned; how the hell can you run 345s in the rear? Lol

I know the wiring harness has to be relocated for anything more than a 305 really, but that seems HUGE for the back.
Did you have to do anything special? Or can you just throw them back there and they’re good?
I currently have 305s in the rear on my non-1le 2ss, would i be able to run one that large out back? I probably would never need to (once i boost it, i would run a stickier tire and likely a 17” rim). I am mainly asking for curiosity and learning sake.

Thanks!

Thank you for the kind words. Perhaps clearance is better on the ZLE's ??? Yes, been running 345/30/19's for a few years with no issues.

[2023_ZL1-AUTO]

Originally Posted by SOCAL.M6.ZLE

Thanks Scott... My only motivation is to make at least 1hp more than you

J/K... in terested also. Not going for max effort, just wanted to test out some new parts. I assume I'll pick up another 60rwhp +/-... time will tell! This phase is going to be fun - no doubt!

Dang-it, and I was thinking my power mods were over !!! HEHEHE

I think you are spot on with 60rwhp. When I was looking at additional power modes, CAM, Heads, DI etc... The cost was higher and only adding an estimated 60rwhp. So it will be interesting to see the new number when you are done ! Keep up the awesome work bro !!!

[SOCAL.M6.ZLE]

It's about to go down....

[nothing_but_troub1le]

Originally Posted by SOCAL.M6.ZLE

Thank you for the kind words. Perhaps clearance is better on the ZLE's ??? Yes, been running 345/30/19's for a few years with no issues.

The fact that you drove in dirt with those tires and no rock guards is very brave of you sir. lol

[clg82]

Originally Posted by SOCAL.M6.ZLE

It's about to go down....

Kong ported 2650

[2023_ZL1-AUTO]

Originally Posted by SOCAL.M6.ZLE

It's about to go down....

You will LOVE IT!!! That blower will whine louder than I did when I totaled up all the costs of the mods I've done to my car since buying it new back in Dec 2022 !!!

Congrats! A 2650 will never sounds like Eaton 1.7 that's been X-Ported !!!

[2023_ZL1-AUTO]

Originally Posted by nothing_but_troub1le

The fact that you drove in dirt with those tires and no rock guards is very brave of you sir. lol

haha... knowing Gabe, he did what any other half way respectable ZL1 owner would have done, he probably pushed it there to take the photos !

[ZLRob]

Now here is the million dollar question, is an X port or a full tilt port job super whiney with a stock lid or is it worth using an aftermarket lid on it?

[SOCAL.M6.ZLE]

Originally Posted by 2023_ZL1-AUTO

haha... knowing Gabe, he did what any other half way respectable ZL1 owner would have done, he probably pushed it there to take the photos !

HAHA, too funny, I literally backed in about 10' of dirt for that photo shoot HAHA. No way this this is going off roading

[SOCAL.M6.ZLE]

Originally Posted by ZLRob

Now here is the million dollar question, is an X port or a full tilt port job super whiney with a stock lid or is it worth using an aftermarket lid on it?

I can tell you from just the standard Katech Port... putting the stock LID back on to data log, vs. my new DMS Lid, the noise was 50% less, with the OEM lid. The thinner billet lids help wonders is allowing that beautful supercharger whine to resonate!

[SOCAL.M6.ZLE]

Originally Posted by clg82

Kong ported 2650

HAHA, no sir... that would go against my 1.7L religion. As a self-diagnosed 1.7L purist, it is my duty... to leverage all that the aftermarket has to provide in order to make EATON proud!