09-02-2019, 01:27 PM | #1 | |
Drives: 18' ZL1 A10 Join Date: Feb 2018
Location: California
Posts: 98
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My new track car
I sold my ZL1 to build this car mostly to save money on tires and brakes after spending over 7 grand on tires in 1 year. Thought some here still might enjoy since it's a Chevy at heart. Please excuse the fowl language as I was getting a bit frustrated.
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09-02-2019, 02:59 PM | #2 |
Drives: Camaro ZL1 A10 Join Date: Feb 2018
Location: Florida
Posts: 76
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Nice ride. I would love to see your build sheet? How is the balance on handling with that V8 anchor? Looks great.
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09-02-2019, 03:28 PM | #3 |
Drives: around in circles few days a month Join Date: Mar 2019
Location: San Francisco
Posts: 154
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HA! I think we all have said some things we don't want anybody else to hear after being behind someone who either doesn't look in their rear view or has much ego
Nice car!
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09-02-2019, 04:27 PM | #4 | |
Drives: 18' ZL1 A10 Join Date: Feb 2018
Location: California
Posts: 98
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Build Parts List: Motec M130 ECU OEM Alternator Bracket OEM AC Compressor Callies Compstar H Beam Connecting Rods Diamond Racing Pistons, Custom Spec LS3 11:1 Flat Top Comp Cams Camshaft (Custom Spec) Timing Set And Gears LS To T56 Magnum Bell Housing T56 Magnum 2.66 First Gear Vorslag LS To BRZ Trans and Engine Mount Kit Radium MC Brace Radium LS3 Fuel Rails Whiteline Front and Rear Bars ID1050X Injector Dynamics DSS 600HP Axles Radium Surge Tank With 2 Walhbro 450 Pumps CX Racing LS Swap Headers For BRZ LS Swap Radiator Hose Kit MSD Custom Length Ignition Wire Set SPAL 12" HP Slim Fans LS3 Engine Aseembly, Long Block 6.2L Aluminum Comp Cams Max-Lift BSR Shaft Rocker Kit Chevy LS3 Comp Cams Dual Spring Kit With Retainers And Keepers Setrab 25 Row Series 9 Oil Cooler Core M22 Adapter For Top Of Oil Cooler Improved Racing LS2 Oil Pan With Baffle, Pickup, Dip Stick And Windage Tray Mantic Twin Disc Clutch Kit Ethanol Content Sensor With Fittings Coolant Temp Sensor Alternator ACDelco OEM New TR55 Spark Plugs NGK Water Pump Gasket Idler Pulley Harmonic Balancer OEM Exhaust Manifold Gasket Water Pump OEM Cam Position Sensor OS Giken Differential 3.73 Ring and Pinion GM Throttle Body For Swap OEM Starter 3" Tips Stainless Steel QTP Screamer Muffler, Integrated Cutout Improved Racing Oil Cooler Adapter Short Shifter Adapter, Tremec Clutch Pilot Bushing 2x Resonators, 2.5" Piping, 3.5" Piping, 02 Bungs, Misc Supplies AC Compressor Adapter Billet Driveshaft, Custom Length Raceseng Circuit Sphere 150 Shifter AC Belt, Stretch Fit Serpentine Belt K&N Air Filter Alternator And Starter Power Cable -8AN Fittings For Oil Cooler Adapters For Fuel Filter Silicone Adapter For Water Pump Custom Length, High Strength Trend Pushrods ARP Main Studs Crane Rocker Shims King Racing Rod and Main Bearings, Custom Spec Front and Rear Seals, Front Cover Seal Johnson High Performance Race Linkbar Lifters Melling High Volume Oil Pump Last edited by GrabTheWheel; 09-02-2019 at 04:43 PM. |
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09-02-2019, 10:13 PM | #5 |
Drives: 2020 SS 1LE (previous: 2017 SS 1LE) Join Date: Mar 2012
Location: Canada, eh!
Posts: 5,091
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Very nice! That's one long list...how much did that set ya back? Cheers!
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09-02-2019, 11:29 PM | #6 | |
Drives: 18' ZL1 A10 Join Date: Feb 2018
Location: California
Posts: 98
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So despite how fast it was and being the Swiss army knife of cars that literally performs outstanding everywhere road course, drag, autoX and street driving it can't be beat. ZL1 was 4 to 5 times more expensive to run, the build should pay for itself over the next 5-10 years compared to running the ZL1. I guess you could call me a fanboy but I have a connection with this chassis that I haven't felt in any other car, not caymans or evoras or corvettes. My plan is to keep double duty street and track driving the build until I can buy a C8 2nd hand for under 50K as a street car; then go full on track build with the Chevubaru. Last edited by GrabTheWheel; 09-02-2019 at 11:50 PM. |
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09-03-2019, 10:04 AM | #7 | |
Drives: 2020 SS 1LE (previous: 2017 SS 1LE) Join Date: Mar 2012
Location: Canada, eh!
Posts: 5,091
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My cost of consumables jumped rather considerably going from a track bulit C5Z. Anyhow, yours looks like a very well thought out built - congrats! I am intrigued by the C8 as well, but will wait to see where Camaro goes over the next little while and how they compare as dual purpose cars going fwd. Not planning on going back to a trailer queen - a life style decision i suppose. I bet you'll have tons of fun chasing down uber marques with your Chevubaru! Cheers! |
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09-04-2019, 06:16 AM | #8 |
Drives: '19 ZL1 1LE Join Date: Feb 2019
Location: DFW, TX
Posts: 127
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Nice ride and what a list of mods! Maybe I missed it, but is the car using more spring up front to support the weight of the LS3?
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09-04-2019, 11:15 AM | #9 |
Drives: 18' ZL1 A10 Join Date: Feb 2018
Location: California
Posts: 98
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Right now I'm on some RSR sport coilovers that are really just meant for the street. Spring rates are 6K front and 7K rear. I'll be upgrading to JRZ or MCS dampers here soon. Spring rates will most likely be 9K front and 11K rear.
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09-05-2019, 06:50 AM | #10 |
Drives: A few Join Date: Oct 2017
Location: Brandon, FL
Posts: 854
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Engine is only like 40lbs heavier...
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HPDE/DD: 2018 Camaro ZL1 1LE || HPDE/DD: 2015 Subaru BRZ ||Tow Vehicle: 2004 GMC Sierra 2500 8.1L || Weekend toy: 1994 MR2 Turbo || The other weekend toy: 1993 MR2 Turbo || Track car: 1998 Integra Type-R || Race car: 1996 Integra GS-R || New race car build: 1992 Honda Civic Hatchback Too many cars.. never. |
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