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Forum: Camaro ZL1 Forum - ZL1 Specific Topics 02-27-2011, 06:59 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 10,517
Posted By thebrander
A real world application of the above: Z06 vs...

A real world application of the above:
Z06 vs ZR1 Top Speeds:

ZR1 Top Speed = (638/505)^(1/3)*198mph = 214 mph

If you subtract 10mph from the extra downforce of the ZR1 you get 204mph, which...
Forum: Camaro ZL1 Forum - ZL1 Specific Topics 02-27-2011, 06:52 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 10,517
Posted By thebrander
Quick and dirty calc (as a sanity check): ...

Quick and dirty calc (as a sanity check):

Between the ZL1 and SS, assume quadratic drag, the same Cd, same gearing, and top speed rpm (e.i. HP to the wheels at top speed scales with listed crank...
Forum: Camaro ZL1 Forum - ZL1 Specific Topics 12-24-2010, 10:18 PM
Replies: 105
Views: 23,487
Posted By thebrander
I thought GTR's did 480 crank? I've come across...

I thought GTR's did 480 crank? I've come across two on the highway and had no problem in my stock Z06 (wouldn't dare at a stop light).

Anyways, I do believe and hope the Z28 outperforms a Z06 on...
Forum: Camaro ZL1 Forum - ZL1 Specific Topics 11-18-2010, 05:50 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 14,210
Posted By thebrander
Oh Toyota failed. For $400K you get C6 Z06...

Oh Toyota failed. For $400K you get C6 Z06 performance and get completely embarrassed by a $110K ZR1.
Forum: Camaro ZL1 Forum - ZL1 Specific Topics 11-12-2010, 07:52 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 9,872
Posted By thebrander
The Z28 will not be faster than a 4th gen Viper...

The Z28 will not be faster than a 4th gen Viper in any way, BUT it will be a performance bargain, even at $50K - $60K.
Forum: Camaro ZL1 Forum - ZL1 Specific Topics 11-10-2010, 06:50 AM
Replies: 78
Views: 13,102
Posted By thebrander
GM is good, but not good enough to beat a GT500...

GM is good, but not good enough to beat a GT500 for $45K. The Z28 will be around $55K MSRP.
Forum: Camaro ZL1 Forum - ZL1 Specific Topics 11-07-2010, 08:07 AM
Replies: 78
Views: 14,202
Posted By thebrander
Not sure if this has been posted yet: ...

Not sure if this has been posted yet:
http://www.motorauthority.com/blog/1051242_video-official-chevy-walkaround-of-corvette-z06x-camaro-ssx-track-concepts
Forum: Chevy Camaro vs... 11-06-2010, 12:43 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,852
Posted By thebrander
At 550rwhp, his crank hp should be about 632 hp...

At 550rwhp, his crank hp should be about 632 hp at the crank (87% efficiency), so his weight to power is 3850/632 = 6.09. He's starting to look pretty fast...

C6Z: 3150/505 = 6.23... yep, that's...
Forum: Camaro Photos | Spyshots | Video | Media Gallery 11-05-2010, 06:49 PM
Replies: 198
Views: 60,458
Posted By thebrander
Very interesting thought. I could definitely see...

Very interesting thought. I could definitely see the wheels, coilovers, dry sump and brakes making it in to the Z28. Anything else? ...

Edit: front splitter (the wing wouldn't sell for a street...
Forum: Camaro Photos | Spyshots | Video | Media Gallery 11-05-2010, 06:47 PM
Replies: 198
Views: 60,458
Posted By thebrander
I assume it is a "matte white". Anyone know for...

I assume it is a "matte white". Anyone know for sure?
Forum: Camaro ZL1 Forum - ZL1 Specific Topics 11-05-2010, 05:56 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 14,202
Posted By thebrander
Yes. Everything I've learned from my track...

Yes. Everything I've learned from my track buddies is that almost everyone who starts out with an SC or Turbo in their track car ends up going NA. Pardon me for the geekiness I'm about to demonstrate...
Forum: Camaro ZL1 Forum - ZL1 Specific Topics 11-03-2010, 06:55 AM
Replies: 78
Views: 14,202
Posted By thebrander
You might be surprised how many will sell. HPDE's...

You might be surprised how many will sell. HPDE's are becoming very popular these days and people are tearing up their daily drivers. I am seriously considering one. I don't plan to race...
Forum: Camaro ZL1 Forum - ZL1 Specific Topics 11-03-2010, 06:33 AM
Replies: 78
Views: 14,202
Posted By thebrander
BTW, your car = badassness my friend.

BTW, your car = badassness my friend.
Forum: Camaro ZL1 Forum - ZL1 Specific Topics 11-02-2010, 08:14 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 14,202
Posted By thebrander
FI is not for hard core track cars like the SSX....

FI is not for hard core track cars like the SSX. You just lose WAY too much power after several laps.
Forum: Camaro Photos | Spyshots | Video | Media Gallery 11-02-2010, 10:10 AM
Replies: 198
Views: 60,458
Posted By thebrander
The Z06X and SSX are not about looks (although...

The Z06X and SSX are not about looks (although I'm a fan). They are about hauling ass around a track, lap after lap after lap, extracting more adrenaline out of oneself than anything they've ever...
Forum: Camaro ZL1 Forum - ZL1 Specific Topics 10-21-2010, 12:44 PM
Replies: 280
Views: 62,522
Posted By thebrander
I'm with you in the minority brotha! :thumbsup:

I'm with you in the minority brotha! :thumbsup:
Forum: Camaro ZL1 Forum - ZL1 Specific Topics 10-13-2010, 12:37 PM
Replies: 246
Views: 28,307
Posted By thebrander
Any chance GM can play some similar tricks with...

Any chance GM can play some similar tricks with Aluminum vs Steel in the Z28 as they do in the Vettes? Can you do a unibody in Aluminum?
Forum: Camaro ZL1 Forum - ZL1 Specific Topics 10-13-2010, 12:27 PM
Replies: 246
Views: 28,307
Posted By thebrander
Ah yes, I forget about the aluminum frame. ZR1...

Ah yes, I forget about the aluminum frame. ZR1 and Z06 only. Is the SS steel framed?
Forum: Camaro ZL1 Forum - ZL1 Specific Topics 10-13-2010, 12:14 PM
Replies: 246
Views: 28,307
Posted By thebrander
I know. That's what I said in #156. I thought all...

I know. That's what I said in #156. I thought all the base Vettes have the Z51 suspension now that the GS is here.

GS = Z06 with an LS3 and Base = Z51, no?
Forum: Camaro ZL1 Forum - ZL1 Specific Topics 10-13-2010, 12:06 PM
Replies: 246
Views: 28,307
Posted By thebrander
It's just easier to say Z51 than base Corvette......

It's just easier to say Z51 than base Corvette... being lazy.
Forum: Camaro ZL1 Forum - ZL1 Specific Topics 10-13-2010, 12:05 PM
Replies: 246
Views: 28,307
Posted By thebrander
Sorry: Z07 = Z06 Carbon Edition (a ZR1 with an...

Sorry:
Z07 = Z06 Carbon Edition (a ZR1 with an LS7)
Z51 = base LS3 Vette with suspension upgrade
Forum: Camaro ZL1 Forum - ZL1 Specific Topics 10-13-2010, 12:02 PM
Replies: 246
Views: 28,307
Posted By thebrander
I envy you. I'm still trying to get over their...

I envy you. I'm still trying to get over their and take a shot at that crazy track! 8:05 is blazing fast (given my extensive Ring driving training in Forza 3 :laugh:).
Forum: Camaro ZL1 Forum - ZL1 Specific Topics 10-13-2010, 11:55 AM
Replies: 246
Views: 28,307
Posted By thebrander
I think GM will allow the Z28 to outperform the...

I think GM will allow the Z28 to outperform the LS3 Vettes. The base C6 will still sell as an entry level Vette and the GS will sell because of it's looks. Both cars will provide PLENTY of driving...
Forum: Camaro ZL1 Forum - ZL1 Specific Topics 10-13-2010, 11:47 AM
Replies: 246
Views: 28,307
Posted By thebrander
Oh and Corvette ZR1 - 7:26.4

Oh and Corvette ZR1 - 7:26.4
Forum: Camaro ZL1 Forum - ZL1 Specific Topics 10-13-2010, 11:43 AM
Replies: 246
Views: 28,307
Posted By thebrander
Corvette C6 Z06 - 7:42.99 :)...

Corvette C6 Z06 - 7:42.99 :) http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/N%C3%BCrburgring_lap_times

The 2011 GT500 outpaced a Grandsport at VIR (but was slower than a C6Z). A base C6 did 7:59 on the Ring. A...
Forum: Camaro ZL1 Forum - ZL1 Specific Topics 10-09-2010, 10:50 PM
Replies: 246
Views: 28,307
Posted By thebrander
That's all I'll put on it as well. Though a part...

That's all I'll put on it as well. Though a part of me thinks they'll simply use aggressive coilovers, sway bars, and either poly bushings or spherical bearings with the GS2 tires and that will be...
Forum: Camaro ZL1 Forum - ZL1 Specific Topics 10-09-2010, 10:41 PM
Replies: 246
Views: 28,307
Posted By thebrander
No, so we might be stuck with other track times....

No, so we might be stuck with other track times. Although, I swear I heard/read somewhere Ford was taking it to Germany.
Forum: Camaro ZL1 Forum - ZL1 Specific Topics 10-09-2010, 09:58 PM
Replies: 246
Views: 28,307
Posted By thebrander
If it is slower than the GT500, there will be...

If it is slower than the GT500, there will be massive disappointment. Imagine how much disappointment there would have been if the 5.0 did not outperform the SS? The latest release should always be...
Forum: Camaro ZL1 Forum - ZL1 Specific Topics 10-09-2010, 09:52 PM
Replies: 469
Views: 85,052
Posted By thebrander
I think most Z06 owners would love to have a...

I think most Z06 owners would love to have a reason to trade for a Z28.
Forum: Camaro ZL1 Forum - ZL1 Specific Topics 10-09-2010, 09:21 PM
Replies: 246
Views: 28,307
Posted By thebrander
From what I've read, the V left some time on the...

From what I've read, the V left some time on the table, so I'd say 7:57 is an upper bound if they can make the Z28 lighter, but with the same MR suspension as the V and ZR1. If Chevy wants to beat...
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