BLUPRINT_1LE Journal - 22' RB Track Car - Page 5

Raisin Man · 03-10-2023, 04:08 PM

Nice build. Should hold up well too. I've got a Katech-modified C6 ZO6 (with a naturally-aspirated LS7) originally done in 2012 that's still going strong.

Blackmonba6Gen · 03-26-2023, 04:35 PM

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Originally Posted by Raisin Man

Nice build. Should hold up well too. I've got a Katech-modified C6 ZO6 (with a naturally-aspirated LS7) originally done in 2012 that's still going strong.

That’s awesome to hear! I knew they did good work and I wanted to have that peice of mind. Rest assured I don’t have to worry about the engine just maintenance which I can do!

Blackmonba6Gen · 03-26-2023, 04:43 PM

I finally got around to producing a video just for the forum. Here is a cold start with an idle of my package for those interested.

Katech Torquer LT1 Camshaft Cold Start & Idle | Katech Stage 3/K Spec Package
https://youtu.be/csLPzspxCHk

This is a little pull of the car sounding real healthy
https://youtube.com/shorts/Di7IhkU2gJ0?feature=share

JTS · 03-28-2023, 10:00 PM

Very nice , enjoy.... Oh you mentioned Arizona and no 93 , your correct .

Blackmonba6Gen · 03-31-2023, 10:29 AM

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Originally Posted by JTS

Very nice , enjoy.... Oh you mentioned Arizona and no 93 , your correct .

Yeah not having 93 kinda hurts! At least there is E85 just gotta find it since it seems only a few stations carry it. Out East, it plentiful

Blackmonba6Gen · 08-23-2023, 02:29 PM

Finally upgraded my track wheels with some new rubber to test out at Wild Horse in a few weeks. Based on what I could find, I decided to try out the Nankang AR-1s.

I'm also going to remove the rear seat soon. Just waiting for the kit to come in.

* Dont mind the splitter, a semi truck tire got the best of me and I couldn't dodge it. I just got everything fixed recently based on insurance and PPF reapplied which all got covered.

That1guy_tim · 08-23-2023, 06:25 PM

Those Nankangs are meaty my guy!

RamAir02 · 08-24-2023, 08:26 AM

Yeah the Nankang tread pattern is badass -- curious to hear your feedback about them on track! Did you also consider SC3Rs?

My understanding is the Nankang stickers won't be quick -- they need a heat cycle to activate them. Once they have a heat cycle, they heat up quickly, but grip falls off as heat builds.

I run SC3Rs. They take a few laps to get heat into them, but then they grip the whole session (as long as I keep PSI under 37-ish). If pressure gets to 37 or above, I'll come into the pits and bleed off some air. Perhaps somewhat unique to the 3Rs, they don't heat cycle out. They grip until they cord.

Blackmonba6Gen · 08-25-2023, 05:15 PM

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Originally Posted by RamAir02

Yeah the Nankang tread pattern is badass -- curious to hear your feedback about them on track! Did you also consider SC3Rs?

My understanding is the Nankang stickers won't be quick -- they need a heat cycle to activate them. Once they have a heat cycle, they heat up quickly, but grip falls off as heat builds.

I run SC3Rs. They take a few laps to get heat into them, but then they grip the whole session (as long as I keep PSI under 37-ish). If pressure gets to 37 or above, I'll come into the pits and bleed off some air. Perhaps somewhat unique to the 3Rs, they don't heat cycle out. They grip until they cord.

I was definitely considering the SC3Rs but they was on backorder at the time I was looking for some tread. That's going to be my next choice in tire. I heard about these and decided to give them a try. First time I ever driven on a tire with these kind of treadwear so this will be interesting. I will comment back and let you know how these perform overall.

kropscamaro16 · 08-25-2023, 05:34 PM

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Originally Posted by Blackmonba6Gen

I was definitely considering the SC3Rs but they was on backorder at the time I was looking for some tread. That's going to be my next choice in tire. I heard about these and decided to give them a try. First time I ever driven on a tire with these kind of treadwear so this will be interesting. I will comment back and let you know how these perform overall.

whats the treadwear and what size wheels/tires did you go with?

Blackmonba6Gen · 08-25-2023, 10:07 PM

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Originally Posted by kropscamaro16

whats the treadwear and what size wheels/tires did you go with?

They are 100 TW Competition Tire and I have Apex Arc 8 19x10 and 19x11 with 285 upfront and 305s out back.

Bumbleboy92 · 08-25-2023, 11:24 PM

Sorry to derail but just wanted to say love your car! I watched your videos while searching and the days up to getting my own

Blackmonba6Gen · 09-02-2023, 04:24 PM

I finally got the kit and the rear seat delete kit installed! No more rear seat belts or anything. I’m so glad I went with this option! I tend the like the rear seat more now. It would’ve been nice if this came this way from factory like the GT350R. I don’t think I will install a roll cage in here yet but I am thinking about upgrading tire rods, upper and lower trailing arms and bushings.

riversidess1le · 09-19-2023, 05:20 PM

The Nankangs are a great tire with really good wear characteristics. We use them in SCCA Spec Mustang on the west coast and they are very predictable.

03-26-2023, 04:43 PM	#59
Blackmonba6Gen BLUPRINT_1LE Drives: 2022 Rapid Blue SS 1LE Join Date: May 2017 Location: Motor City -> AZ Posts: 728	I finally got around to producing a video just for the forum. Here is a cold start with an idle of my package for those interested. Katech Torquer LT1 Camshaft Cold Start & Idle \| Katech Stage 3/K Spec Package https://youtu.be/csLPzspxCHk This is a little pull of the car sounding real healthy https://youtube.com/shorts/Di7IhkU2gJ0?feature=share __________________ 2022 Camaro SS 1LE \| PDR \| Rapid Blue \| Manual \| Katech Built SS 1LE \| Katech Build Sheet IG: BLUPRINT_1LE YT: BLUPRINT_1LE ----------------------------------------------------------------

03-28-2023, 10:00 PM	#60
JTS Drives: 2023 ZL1 A10 Join Date: Nov 2021 Location: Az Posts: 624	Very nice , enjoy.... Oh you mentioned Arizona and no 93 , your correct . __________________ 2023 ZL1 A10 Shadow Gray Metallic

08-23-2023, 02:29 PM	#62
Blackmonba6Gen BLUPRINT_1LE Drives: 2022 Rapid Blue SS 1LE Join Date: May 2017 Location: Motor City -> AZ Posts: 728	Finally upgraded my track wheels with some new rubber to test out at Wild Horse in a few weeks. Based on what I could find, I decided to try out the Nankang AR-1s. I'm also going to remove the rear seat soon. Just waiting for the kit to come in. * Dont mind the splitter, a semi truck tire got the best of me and I couldn't dodge it. I just got everything fixed recently based on insurance and PPF reapplied which all got covered. Attached Images __________________ 2022 Camaro SS 1LE \| PDR \| Rapid Blue \| Manual \| Katech Built SS 1LE \| Katech Build Sheet IG: BLUPRINT_1LE YT: BLUPRINT_1LE ----------------------------------------------------------------

08-23-2023, 06:25 PM	#63
That1guy_tim Drives: Camaro 1ss Join Date: Nov 2019 Location: Wisconsin Posts: 495	Those Nankangs are meaty my guy! __________________ Follow me on IG for build thread! https://www.instagram.com/tracked_1ss/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Tracked_1ss FortuneAuto Coilovers! https://shop-fortune-auto.com/produc...ries-coilovers

08-24-2023, 08:26 AM	#64
RamAir02 Shadow Gray '19 ZLE M6 Drives: '19 ZL1 1LE M6 Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: NJ Posts: 1,441 View My Garage	Yeah the Nankang tread pattern is badass -- curious to hear your feedback about them on track! Did you also consider SC3Rs? My understanding is the Nankang stickers won't be quick -- they need a heat cycle to activate them. Once they have a heat cycle, they heat up quickly, but grip falls off as heat builds. I run SC3Rs. They take a few laps to get heat into them, but then they grip the whole session (as long as I keep PSI under 37-ish). If pressure gets to 37 or above, I'll come into the pits and bleed off some air. Perhaps somewhat unique to the 3Rs, they don't heat cycle out. They grip until they cord. __________________ 2019 ZL1 1LE \| M6 \| SGM \| PDR \| CF Dash \| Nav \| Wheel Locks PPF \| Paint Correction \| ZL1 Addons Rock Guards \| ZL1 Addons Lift Pads \| ZL1 Addons Feather Lite Tow Hook \| JWM Smoked Sidemarkers \| Wildhammer Smoked Rear Reflectors \| JWM License Plate LEDs \| RotoFab CAI \| ADM IC Reservoir v2 \| BC Forged RZ05 \| SPL Toe Arms \| BW Brake Deflectors \| CMS Roll Bar \| Schroth Profi II ASM Harnesses . Sold: '99 Trans Am (bolt-ons & cam) \| '00 WS6 (bolt-ons, heads, cam, 12 bolt) \| '05 CTS-V (bolt-ons, short throw) \| '10 SS/RS M6 (short throw, CAI, coilovers, LTs, catback, JRE tune) \| '01 WS6 YouTube

03-10-2023, 04:08 PM	#57
Raisin Man Drives: Chevrolet Camaro Join Date: Feb 2022 Location: Florida Posts: 54	Nice build. Should hold up well too. I've got a Katech-modified C6 ZO6 (with a naturally-aspirated LS7) originally done in 2012 that's still going strong.

08-25-2023, 11:24 PM	#68
Bumbleboy92 Long hauler Drives: 2022 Camaro 2SS 1LE Join Date: Mar 2017 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 1,619 View My Garage	Sorry to derail but just wanted to say love your car! I watched your videos while searching and the days up to getting my own __________________ 2022 2SS 1LE - Cold Air Inductions Elite Carbon CAI 2016 1LT v6 - Totaled Happiness: Infinite

09-02-2023, 04:24 PM	#69
Blackmonba6Gen BLUPRINT_1LE Drives: 2022 Rapid Blue SS 1LE Join Date: May 2017 Location: Motor City -> AZ Posts: 728	I finally got the kit and the rear seat delete kit installed! No more rear seat belts or anything. I’m so glad I went with this option! I tend the like the rear seat more now. It would’ve been nice if this came this way from factory like the GT350R. I don’t think I will install a roll cage in here yet but I am thinking about upgrading tire rods, upper and lower trailing arms and bushings. Attached Images __________________ 2022 Camaro SS 1LE \| PDR \| Rapid Blue \| Manual \| Katech Built SS 1LE \| Katech Build Sheet IG: BLUPRINT_1LE YT: BLUPRINT_1LE ----------------------------------------------------------------

09-19-2023, 05:20 PM	#70
riversidess1le Drives: 2024 1SS 1LE 10/30 TPW Join Date: Sep 2023 Location: Bay Area, CA Posts: 29	The Nankangs are a great tire with really good wear characteristics. We use them in SCCA Spec Mustang on the west coast and they are very predictable.

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