Can Z28 be Supercharged

[forklord]

If its the same ls7 as the z06 in the z/28 I would Definitely do longtubes and some headwork. Maybe even open headers to remove weight depending on the track. Man that would be a vicious sound. My ls3 is STUPID loud with no mufflers.

[Bhobbs]

Originally Posted by mkorgan

Without damaging the balance of the car and the repeatability of performance on long race days, what is the most horsepower you can realistically squeeze out of the LS7? I would guess you quickly have to address the valve train issue that has dogged this engine on the Corvette forums but then what and how much? I am from the old school, big block 427 days where more cubic inches, lift, duration, fuel, and spark ruled the day. I have looked at what Hennessey is doing on their LS7's and wonder if that would be a good application without hurting the road coarse focus of the car.

From what I have seen, it seems high 500 and some low 600 whp is capable N/A.

[Hennesseyrgv]

How much can a supercharger weigth that is going to add some weigth.

[MikeSVX]

Originally Posted by Hennesseyrgv

But when changedd to lower compression. Will the LS7 motor loose the horse power and then gain it back with the blower!!!.
I am really interested on a Z28 but I dont want to feel like I am down grading on horse power. I am used to lots of power.
I know if I want another supercharged camaro why not get a Zl1,. Just the fact that the Z28 WILL BE limited production and its has lots of race components it makes it a nice car to collect.

If your interested in collecting, your not going to want to boost it. Changes like that will hurt it's collectiblity. Would you pay more for an all original 1970 Z/28 Camaro or a 1970 Z/28 Camaro with an LS3 in it?

Also, the LS7 responds really well to non boosted upgrades. I know someone in Vegas pushing 700HP on his N/A, daily driven Z06.

[Bhobbs]

Originally Posted by Hennesseyrgv

How much can a supercharger weigth that is going to add some weigth.

What is your goal with the Z/28 where you think it needs a significant power increase?

[2012 ZL1#1658]

Turbo charger???

[Unreal]

My z06 made 705rwhp on 6psi on a stock bottom end. Plenty of other ls7s doing the same. Pistons are the weak point. Plenty of 1000rwhp stock block ls7s even though I rather have a ls3 or different option at that level.

[EnlighteningYou]

Why would you supercharge a Z/28? stop it.

[1LESSPROBLEM]

Its all in the tune. Unfortunately for you, OP, theres no decent tuners in your area that can keep a motor in 1 piece for very long while still making the power.

[Jim Burke]

I think Hennesseyrgv just wants to build his version of a sick car. He just wants to start out with what is arguably the most capable Camaro ever created by GM, instead of the regular one. I'm sure he won't be alone in modding the hell out of one. If he's got the cash and mindset, go for it!

Whether or not the motor will last is dependent on many variables discussed above. These motors have blown up in stock form, so I'm not sure how quick I would be to slap a SC on one.

[Bhobbs]

Originally Posted by Jim Burke

I think Hennesseyrgv just wants to build his version of a sick car. He just wants to start out with what is arguably the most capable Camaro ever created by GM, instead of the regular one. I'm sure he won't be alone in modding the hell out of one. If he's got the cash and mindset, go for it!

Whether or not the motor will last is dependent on many variables discussed above. These motors have blown up in stock form, so I'm not sure how quick I would be to slap a SC on one.

I understand that people want more power but the Z/28 is a scalpel and something like the GT500 is a chainsaw, so asking why a scalpel doesn't cut as much as a chainsaw is asking the wrong question. They are two different things for two different purposes.

[Jim Burke]

I think you're missing the point. He doesnt want a chainsaw. He can go to his local ford or chevy dealership and pick one up for less than the Z/28. He wants a scalpel with a big blade.....just to keep the analogy goin lol

[Unreal]

Because people have different taste, wants, and needs out of a car. Why judge what other people want? I think a supercharged 700rwhp z28 would be a pretty fun car.

[OldScoolCamaro]

Originally Posted by Bhobbs

I understand that people want more power but the Z/28 is a scalpel and something like the GT500 is a chainsaw, so asking why a scalpel doesn't cut as much as a chainsaw is asking the wrong question. They are two different things for two different purposes.

...nice analogy hobbs..I like that.