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Jamestwilliams · 09-07-2008, 01:09 PM

I just had a thought, why doesn't GM build a strengthened block ls3 motor that can handle large amounts of boost and put in a special edition Camaro (I don't think z28 would be appropriate as it was never about power, maybe call it zl-1) that way enthusiasts can add super chargers without being in danger of blowing up the motor and they can do so without voiding the warranty (as long as the blower is dealer installed, ie yanko).

2010_5thgen · 09-07-2008, 01:10 PM

^^^^^ i like it!

Wm Holden · 09-07-2008, 01:13 PM

50% increase works fine on a stock bottom LS2..so LS3 should work well at 7lbs of boost.

The_Stache · 09-07-2008, 01:32 PM

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Originally Posted by Wm Holden

Was that "Spring ranch"?

The desert proving grounds in mesa (google maps link...)

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Originally Posted by 2010_5thgen

and the things that they did to the vette are????? classified or you dont really know what they did, it was just fast?

60-80mph drifting, 40+mph spins, 2 vettes nose to nose doing circles during power oversteering, all the while those of us there taking turns in the passenger seat..

The driver that I rode with told me they go through tires on the vettes about every tank of gas.

Edit, here is a rip from google maps outlining the track...

Wm Holden · 09-07-2008, 01:33 PM

I'll bet that was a blast!

Jamestwilliams · 09-07-2008, 02:02 PM

Did you see the oval just to east of the test track, it's about 13,000 feet in long. That must be were they do high speed testing. I'm usually not interested in ovals but that thing is huge.

The_Stache · 09-07-2008, 02:56 PM

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Originally Posted by Jamestwilliams

Did you see the oval just to east of the test track, it's about 13,000 feet in long. That must be were they do high speed testing. I'm usually not interested in ovals but that thing is huge.

The day we where there, a nascar team was using the circle track (the big one that goes around everything) for testing. Don't remember the team though..

2010_5thgen · 09-07-2008, 03:03 PM

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Originally Posted by diarmadhi

The desert proving grounds in mesa (google maps link...)

60-80mph drifting, 40+mph spins, 2 vettes nose to nose doing circles during power oversteering, all the while those of us there taking turns in the passenger seat..

The driver that I rode with told me they go through tires on the vettes about every tank of gas.

Edit, here is a rip from google maps outlining the track...

sounds like it was fun.

*The_Blur* · 09-07-2008, 03:14 PM

There is strong evidence that a supercharged prototype was in the works. The primary theory is that such a Camaro would be the Z28, but other possibilities remain.

There is the argument that a supercharger kit is in the works. This would require testing and tuning which would explain this project prototype.

There is the possibility that a supercharger is going to be developed to compete with Ford's EcoBoost system.

Additionally, GM could have decided that a supercharger was worthy trying but was never taken seriously.

Until production, we won't really know.

shank0668 · 09-07-2008, 03:22 PM

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Originally Posted by The_Blur

There is strong evidence that a supercharged prototype was in the works. The primary theory is that such a Camaro would be the Z28, but other possibilities remain.

There is the argument that a supercharger kit is in the works. This would require testing and tuning which would explain this project prototype.

There is the possibility that a supercharger is going to be developed to compete with Ford's EcoBoost system.

Additionally, GM could have decided that a supercharger was worthy trying but was never taken seriously.

Until production, we won't really know.

qft

*The_Blur* · 09-07-2008, 03:25 PM

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Originally Posted by shank0668

qft

What does that mean?

*GTAHVIT* · 09-07-2008, 03:27 PM

Blur.

I'm surprised at you....

Even I know that one..... Quoted for Truth.

*The_Blur* · 09-07-2008, 03:45 PM

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Originally Posted by gtahvit

Blur.

I'm surprised at you....

Even I know that one..... Quoted for Truth.

You know I only speak in correct grammar and smilies on this forum.

Now I feel stupid.

*GTAHVIT* · 09-07-2008, 03:46 PM

LOL

you know what that one means right?

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Jamestwilliams junior member Drives: Grand Am Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: canada Posts: 534	Did you see the oval just to east of the test track, it's about 13,000 feet in long. That must be were they do high speed testing. I'm usually not interested in ovals but that thing is huge. Last edited by Jamestwilliams; 09-07-2008 at 02:02 PM. Reason: spelling

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The_Blur Moderator Drives: 2018 Harley-Davidson Street Bob Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: San Diego Posts: 14,769	There is strong evidence that a supercharged prototype was in the works. The primary theory is that such a Camaro would be the Z28, but other possibilities remain. There is the argument that a supercharger kit is in the works. This would require testing and tuning which would explain this project prototype. There is the possibility that a supercharger is going to be developed to compete with Ford's EcoBoost system. Additionally, GM could have decided that a supercharger was worthy trying but was never taken seriously. Until production, we won't really know. __________________ RDP Motorsport//GEN5DIY//Cultrag Performance//JPSS//Rodgets Chevrolet// Operation Demon//Buy at Invoice//RACECARWEAR RESPECT ALL CARS. LOVE YOUR OWN. warn 145:159 ban

09-07-2008, 01:09 PM	#15
Jamestwilliams junior member Drives: Grand Am Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: canada Posts: 534	I just had a thought, why doesn't GM build a strengthened block ls3 motor that can handle large amounts of boost and put in a special edition Camaro (I don't think z28 would be appropriate as it was never about power, maybe call it zl-1) that way enthusiasts can add super chargers without being in danger of blowing up the motor and they can do so without voiding the warranty (as long as the blower is dealer installed, ie yanko).

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09-07-2008, 03:46 PM	#28
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