WHAT IS A Z28?

[Bhobbs]

Originally Posted by PYROLYSIS

We have heard on this site that you can't just plug and play drivetrains into a vehicle. It can definitely be done. If its profitable, lives up to expectations in performance and price and fits in the Camaro lineup there's a good chance we will see a Z28.

If there is to be a Z28 using current engines, the only one that makes sense is the LS7. The LSA is for the ZL1 and the LS3 is for the SS.

[2cnd chance]

Originally Posted by A-little-perspective

<Hypothetical rumor>True, the Boss wasn't stock, but it wasn't heavily modified either. What an intake, x-pipe, and tune? I don't think it's pushing out the horsies that a ZL1 is.<Hypothetical rumor>

Ok, maybe the 1LE just can't possibly be as good as a ZL1 for sole purpose of having a hierarchy. But the ZL1 is sort of underachieving, as far as hype and expectations, as of right now. I know, I just blasphemed the face of the mighty one.

Anyway, write this down. When the Z28 comes out it will be better than the ZL1.

If your saying that GM will build a Z28 over and above a ZL1...they already said the ZL1 is the top dog!
Can a Z28 be more with less? Yes! That's why I and others like me want an LS7 based Z28.

[Bhobbs]

Originally Posted by 2cnd chance

If your saying that GM will build a Z28 over and above a ZL1...they already said the ZL1 is the top dog!
Can a Z28 be more with less? Yes! That's why I and others like me want an LS7 based Z28.

IF the Z28 is basically an LS7 1LE, it would be interesting to see how it compares to the ZL1. Would it be similar to the Z06/Z07 Carbon being almost as fast as the ZR1 or would the ZL1 still be significantly faster.

[OldScoolCamaro]

....all I want is a FI mega HP LS motor in a tricked out suspension Camaro from da factory......<and I will trade in my car and get money back....LOL> Perfect world scenario.....mega ton HP FI LS motor in a ZL1 body minus the LSA.

[Bhobbs]

Originally Posted by OldScoolCamaro

....all I want is a FI mega HP LS motor in a tricked out suspension Camaro from da factory......<and I will trade in my car and get money back....LOL> Perfect world scenario.....mega ton HP FI LS motor in a ZL1 body minus the LSA.

How does an LS9 Camaro sound to you? Haha

[LOWDOWN]

Originally Posted by Bhobbs

How does an LS9 Camaro sound to you? Haha

As a response to the 500, "bring it on!" But expect a $10K+ bump... Actually, I don't "expect" it at all...

As a Z/28? Noda...

1SS + 1LE + LS7, @ BOSS LS price point, would keep Oshawa busy... MRC optional.

[Bhobbs]

Originally Posted by LOWDOWN

As a response to the 500, "bring it on!" But expect a $10K+ bump... Actually, I don't "expect" it at all...

As a Z/28? Noda...

1SS + 1LE + LS7, @ BOSS LS price point, would keep Oshawa busy... MRC optional.

I didn't mean that to be the Z28. I said earlier, the only engine being built today that makes sense for a Z28 would be the LS7.

[LOWDOWN]

The only other viable alternative, for Gen-5?

Premier the coming LT1 engine as a "going away present" in the Gen-5 1LE/Z28...run some mighty fine times in the 3900 lb. version...then show just how incredibly improved the Gen-6 ZEE is, with a 3-400 lb. diet and enhanced Alpha underpinnings...

[Bhobbs]

Originally Posted by LOWDOWN

The only other viable alternative, for Gen-5?

Premier the coming LT1 engine as a "going away present" in the Gen-5 1LE/Z28...run some mighty fine times in the 3900 lb. version...then show just how incredibly improved the Gen-6 ZEE is, with a 3-400 lb. diet and enhanced Alpha underpinnings...

With current engines yes.

What information is there on the Gen V sbc?

[LOWDOWN]

Originally Posted by Bhobbs

What information is there on the Gen V sbc?

Little...that's verifiable...but expected to be between 450-500 hp in peak n/a Corvette form...

[Bhobbs]

Originally Posted by LOWDOWN

Little...that's verifiable...but expected to be between 450-500 hp in peak n/a Corvette form...

So they are using the LT1 name again?

[2cnd chance]

Yes going from LS to LT.

[DGthe3]

Originally Posted by Bhobbs

With current engines yes.

What information is there on the Gen V sbc?

Direct injected, all aluminum, and higher reving (due, at least in part, to a cam mounted higher in the valley of the block). And a 4.4" bore spacing

Beyond that? There isn't much. Its expected that they'll come in 2 displacements: 5.3L and 6.2L. I wouldn't be surprised if VVT is used on all versions of it, and I'm sure they'll make a few improvements to the AFM system too.

I don't think there are any more facts or solid rumours about them.

Originally Posted by Bhobbs

So they are using the LT1 name again?

Thats what the rumour is

[JusticePete]

Originally Posted by DGthe3

Direct injected, all aluminum, and higher reving (due, at least in part, to a cam mounted higher in the valley of the block). And a 4.4" bore spacing

Beyond that? There isn't much. Its expected that they'll come in 2 displacements: 5.3L and 6.2L. I wouldn't be surprised if VVT is used on all versions of it, and I'm sure they'll make a few improvements to the AFM system too.

And we'll see them at C5FEST, right?