Do you want the Z28? - Page 74 - Camaro5 Chevy Camaro Forum / Camaro ZL1, SS and V6 Forums

*Camaro_Corvette* · 12-17-2008, 03:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by zebra

wow... this is still going. *facepalm

I was going to say the same thing...

But I decided to just...

PS: You also have to remember that all of the Z28 threads that have been made have also been merged into this blog, and those wont be the last.

truth411 · 12-17-2008, 05:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 454lsxss

first, where did you get that the LSA has a 400 pound weight difference from the LS7? the LSA is also an aluminum motor, only difference being the supercharger, which surely doesn't weigh 400 pounds...second, i would think that two camaro's that were the same in weight, save the engine, one with a LSA and one with an LS7, the LSA wins every time...

***also, if i'm not mistaken, no more ls7 in production cars after this year, right??

No you misunderstand me, The manuel camaro ss wieghs 3860lbs, if all Chevy did was trow the LSA engine in it, it will probaly go north of 4,000 lbs.

truth411 · 12-17-2008, 05:26 PM

A Direct injection LS7 would be sick.

shank0668 · 12-17-2008, 05:29 PM

the will do this http://www.truepowerllc.com/specs.html 1479 hp

BowtieGuy · 12-18-2008, 10:58 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by gladiatoro

Yes , I think you are correct the LS7 will be phased out , so the new Z28 will either have a LSA or more likely in my opinion a LS3 DI known as gen V, Direct Injection provides more efficiency and HP a LS3 DI could produce up to 500Hp and would be NA motor just like the orginal Z28

The LS7 is dead after this year. It's a great motor, but it is just about the pinnacle of where we can go with a naturally aspirated, non-direct injection small block V8. That, and it is way too expensive to make. That's why the LS3 is so great, it has versatility. Each LS7 had to be hand built.

By the way, I'm still miffed at why everyone thinks the Z/28 has to have OMGWFTBBQ power. Can't it just be an SS with an RPO code Z/28 that includes special vinyl/paint, interior packages and badges, and maybe an intake/exhaust combo and suspension package?

zebra · 12-18-2008, 11:51 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BowtieGuy

By the way, I'm still miffed at why everyone thinks the Z/28 has to have OMGWFTBBQ power. Can't it just be an SS with an RPO code Z/28 that includes special vinyl/paint, interior packages and badges, and maybe an intake/exhaust combo and suspension package?

that would be true to the times... take a package that actually meant something & turn it into an appearance package w/ benefits.

*GTAHVIT* · 12-18-2008, 12:30 PM

I think you're being a little hard on his suggestion Zebra. 1st Gen Z28's were touring cars with less power. Some would argure that Bowtie's description would be true to the original.

zebra · 12-18-2008, 02:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by gtahvit

I think you're being a little hard on his suggestion zebra. 1st Gen Z28's were touring cars with less power. Some would argure that Bowtie's description would be true to the original.

my comment was more of a bash on special packages in general, but you do have a good point.

*GTAHVIT* · 12-18-2008, 02:09 PM

Ah,

Never2LowChevy · 12-18-2008, 03:16 PM

Seems like to me the SS would be a better model then a Z/28. Thats how its been for years so if they bring the Z back then wouldnt the SS be the more powerfull one like the past(wich is what you want right?)? For those that want a Z/28 just buy the base model SS and put some Z/28 badges on it. The Z/28 was just a V8 Camaro without the bells and whistles of the SS...

Wm Holden · 12-18-2008, 03:19 PM

more...no comment....from me...(sorry)...

This world economic situation just stinks for you guys now....It's like kharma is working against our collective horsepower dreams.....or something....

wait..that wasn't "no comment" was it?

*GTAHVIT* · 12-18-2008, 03:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Never2LowChevy

Seems like to me the SS would be a better model then a Z/28. Thats how its been for years so if they bring the Z back then wouldnt the SS be the more powerfull one like the past(wich is what you want right?)? For those that want a Z/28 just buy the base model SS and put some Z/28 badges on it. The Z/28 was just a V8 Camaro without the bells and whistles of the SS...

You might want to read the some of this thread before you suggest adding badges to an SS..... Scott's quote in my sig may help you see my meaning...

Quote:

Originally Posted by Wm Holden

more...no comment....from me...(sorry)...

This world economic situation just stinks for you guys now....It's like kharma is working against our collective horsepower dreams.....or something....

wait..that wasn't "no comment" was it?

We aren't saying we want it now. We're still just saying we want it someday. Whenever GM decides to bring it back. What we aren't willing to live with is the permanent death of the Z28. That just won't do...

*Camaro_Corvette* · 12-18-2008, 04:08 PM

It will be back someday, in some shape or form.

Wm Holden · 12-18-2008, 04:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by gtahvit

You might want to read the some of this thread before you suggest adding badges to an SS..... Scott's quote in my sig may help you see my meaning...

We aren't saying we want it now. We're still just saying we want it someday. Whenever GM decides to bring it back. What we aren't willing to live with is the permanent death of the Z28. That just won't do...

I gotcha.....the market has slipped about 6000 points just since this thread started though...

Kinda weird.

Passion is good.

View Poll Results: Do you want a more powerful version of the Camaro(Z28)?
Yes	836	76.07%
No	263	23.93%
Voters: 1099. You may not vote on this poll

12-18-2008, 12:30 PM	#1029
GTAHVIT Blessed Drives: 2013 Sonic RS MT Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Saint Augustine FL Posts: 28,441 View My Garage	I think you're being a little hard on his suggestion Zebra. 1st Gen Z28's were touring cars with less power. Some would argure that Bowtie's description would be true to the original. __________________ Click image to see build thread. PQ - "the love of cars. It's a boys first step toward manhood and a mans last hold on boyhood." Fbodfather - "We do not want to use the Z28 moniker on a car that does not deserve this hallowed name." The_Blur - "Let's not confuse competitors with equals."

12-18-2008, 02:09 PM	#1031
GTAHVIT Blessed Drives: 2013 Sonic RS MT Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Saint Augustine FL Posts: 28,441 View My Garage	Ah, __________________ Click image to see build thread. PQ - "the love of cars. It's a boys first step toward manhood and a mans last hold on boyhood." Fbodfather - "We do not want to use the Z28 moniker on a car that does not deserve this hallowed name." The_Blur - "Let's not confuse competitors with equals."

12-18-2008, 03:19 PM	#1033
Wm Holden Yes, that's my real name. Drives: 2005 LS2 600hp GTO Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Ventura, ca. Posts: 770	more...no comment....from me...(sorry)... This world economic situation just stinks for you guys now....It's like kharma is working against our collective horsepower dreams.....or something.... wait..that wasn't "no comment" was it? __________________ Magnuson 112HH supercharger at 7.5 psi (Virtual 9.0 liter) 600hp 1 of 2 torrid/red int /A4/05 555r 275/40/R17's Nitto Extreme Drags 1.7 60 ft Car runs high 11's No other mods. I got the first 112HH Magnuson blower ported for a GTO. Now it appears it was also one of the last.... http://www.ribbonprinting.com http://www.personalizedawarenessribbons.com

12-18-2008, 04:08 PM	#1035
Camaro_Corvette 36.58625, -121.7568 Drives: Team 1LE Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Earth Posts: 23,710 View My Garage	It will be back someday, in some shape or form. __________________ I am seriously never serious vv V vv Next order of business

12-17-2008, 05:26 PM	#1025
truth411 Drives: 2022 SS 1LE Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Austin, tx Posts: 1,301	A Direct injection LS7 would be sick.

12-17-2008, 05:29 PM	#1026
shank0668 Drives: '14 LML/'06 LJ/'76 Trans Am Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Ohio Posts: 8,438 View My Garage	the will do this http://www.truepowerllc.com/specs.html 1479 hp

12-18-2008, 03:16 PM	#1032
Never2LowChevy Banned Drives: bagged 4 door dually on 22s Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Nederland Tx Posts: 367 View My Garage	Seems like to me the SS would be a better model then a Z/28. Thats how its been for years so if they bring the Z back then wouldnt the SS be the more powerfull one like the past(wich is what you want right?)? For those that want a Z/28 just buy the base model SS and put some Z/28 badges on it. The Z/28 was just a V8 Camaro without the bells and whistles of the SS...

Similar Threads
Thread	Thread Starter	Forum	Replies	Last Post
I specially ordered a Z28! (unlike all of you)	496BIGBLOCK	Camaro ZL1 Forum - ZL1 Specific Topics	70	01-02-2011 02:44 PM
Possible new option packages changes wanted for '11 '12 model years	PYROLYSIS	5th Gen Camaro SS LS LT General Discussions	91	09-15-2010 06:15 PM
Think about this and the Z28 5th gen	13F20	Camaro ZL1 Forum - ZL1 Specific Topics	41	09-04-2010 01:59 AM
Bob Lutz interview	radz28	5th Gen Camaro SS LS LT General Discussions	113	08-28-2008 02:30 PM
Z28 - Please try and understand.....	GTAHVIT	Camaro ZL1 Forum - ZL1 Specific Topics	73	07-24-2008 01:30 PM