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Originally Posted by rosulekg
I beleave a test done on a z06 supercharger kit stated its traction and performance with the stock tires as "being laughable". Yes, it made about the same hp as the ZR1 and more torque at the peak, but, most of us no that isn't the average and not relative. This system was also at 6lbs of boost, not enough to lift the heads off, and blow the head gaskets. Using cast pistons on a boosted car may work, but, isn't reliable.
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I guess the point I was contending is that for about $7k to $8k, you
can put a low boost (4 to 4.5lbs) Procharger (or Vortech, etc) on a C6Z, produce as much rwhp as a ZR1 produces in flywheel hp and with practice and some decent tires, the traction is controllable enough to perform well on the strip, track, etc.
(IMHO, the cast pistons on the LS7 should have no problem taking only 4lbs boost, even with our high compression. Much more than that...different story)
Not trying to take anything away from GM's production of a supercar like the ZR-1.
I'm glad they came out with it....I hope it sets all kinds of records....if one shows up on my doorstep for free, I won't give it away.
Mike
