Camaro Z28 is back on for production, according to Ed Welburn

[ShnOmac]

[mikel441]

Originally Posted by brandotron

Or pay off the SS and throw some heads and a cam on there. That probably what I'll do.

Now this is creative thinking!!

[Mythic]

Originally Posted by OKC08SkyR/L

The Z28 will have forged internals. If you try to run the same boost your SS will go KA-BOOM.

No, the LSA isn't forged only the LS9 is. 'cept the Crank

LSA Tech Specs Part Number: 19211708
Engine Type: LS Series Gen IV Small-Block V-8
Displacement (cu in): 376 cu in (6.2L)
Bore x Stroke (in): 4.06 x 3.62 (103.25 x 92mm)
Block (P/N 12627939): Cast-aluminum with 6 bolt, cross-bolted main caps
Crankshaft (P/N 12603616): Forged Steel
Connecting Rods (P/N 12604857): Powdered metal
Pistons (P/N 12625119): Hypereutectic aluminum
Camshaft Type (P/N 12605220): Hydraulic roller
Valve Lift (in): .480" intake / .480" exhaust
Camshaft Duration (@.050 in): 198 degree intake / 216 degree exhaust
Cylinder Heads (P/N 12604860): Aluminum L92 style port; as cast with 68cc chambers
Valve Size (in): 2.16 intake / 1.59 exhaust
Compression Ratio: 9.1:1
Rocker Arms (P/N 12569167 int): Investment-cast, roller trunnion
Rocker Arms (P/N 10214664 exh): Investment-cast, roller trunnion
Rocker Arm Ratio: 1.7:1
Recommended Fuel: 92 octane
Maximum Recommended rpm: 6600
Reluctor Wheel: 58X
Balanced: Internal

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LS9 Tech Specs Part Number: 19201990
Engine Type: LS Series Gen IV Small-Block V-8
Displacement (cu in): 376 cu in (6.2L)
Bore x Stroke (in): 4.06 x 3.62 (103.25 x 92mm)
Block: Cast-aluminum with 6 bolt, cross-bolted main caps
Crankshaft (P/N 12598610): Forged Steel
Connecting Rods (P/N 12624231): Forged titanium
Pistons (P/N 12598634): Forged aluminum
Camshaft Type (P/N 12605527): Hydraulic roller
Valve Lift (in): .562" intake / .558" exhaust
Camshaft Duration (@.050 in): 211 degree intake / 230 degree exhaust
Cylinder Heads (P/N 12621774): Aluminum L92 style ports; as cast with 68cc chambers
Valve Size (in): 2.16 intake / 1.59 exhaust
Compression Ratio: 9.1:1
Rocker Arms (P/N 12569167 int): Investment-cast, roller trunnion
Rocker Arms (P/N 10214664 exh): Investment-cast, roller trunnion
Rocker Arm Ratio: 1.7:1
Recommended Fuel: 92 octane
Maximum Recommended rpm: 6600
Reluctor Wheel: 58X
Balanced: Internal

[Bad@ssCamaro]

I think for us current and former Z-28 owners, the much anticipated arrival of the Z is something that will inevitably happen. I just hope that a car that's going to be as powerful as they claim it will be doesn't end up being a rattlebox after a couple of years. I'm sure most of the SS owners would agree the ride and handling has improved over the older models(thanx to new innovations), but it will take some time to see how the new model ages and the impact it will add to the 'Camaro' name. It's my hope that GM gets it right and the Camaro develops into the legend of its brethren - the Corvette. Besides, can't be havin' dem 'stangs sho' us up.

[Camaro68]

Originally Posted by LSXgirl

If I was a guy I'd be like this right about now

You got that right, that was my face wow this is awesome news im glad I did not pull that
trigger. My Dad told me to wait to see what they have coming, just wow 550HP wow

[moto-camaro]

ohhh boyohboyohboyohboyohboy

this is good news indeed!

[Vega]

Actually the LS9 is cast as well, not forged, i dont see any forged LS engines on gmperformanceparts.com other than maybe the LSX and Warhawks, but those wont show up in any production car anyways...really im not a fan of the LSA, i think either go for the step up of the LS3 (being the LS7) or else supercharged the LS3, but dont half-ass it, the LSA and the LS9 are both supercharged LS3s but the LSA has a smaller supercharger to make for a quieter, more refined performance car, and who buys a Z/28 for that?? haha, i say if you're gonna make it supercharged, make it the LS9, if you're not supercharging then put in the LS7 and add a few goodies to boost it around 550hp at least...which i know they can do, just look at the LS3, just a year (maybe?) after that engine was released they released another version with swapped heads and cam that put that engine up to 480 horses and now they sell it as a crate engine on gmperformanceparts.com and jegs and all points in between...so i say give us an LS7 with swapped camshaft and heads, hell they might give us 580! =D

[Bentley78]

I knew i knew i knew this would happen........as soon as i would get my SS they get ready to launch the Z/28, i could have told everyone this last week hahahaha.

Well hopefully my SS will be beating Z/28 by the time its out.

[quickdraw]

I still have room for 1 more in the garages. 12-18 months should be about right for the economy to get back on track. The wife wants an orange one.

[hot ss]

2 days after i put on a blower, the news arrives....

[600hp-lpe]

I'll stick with my SS thanks. I already have more power, soon to have a race ready, modified and totally adjustable suspension. I have already started removing weight - over 120 lbs so far, and have a reliable supercharger package (thanks Lingenfelter).

By the time the Z/28 comes out, unless GM severely modifies the suspension (I don't think they will, they are likely to improve it somewhat, however), as I will have 2+ years modifying, adjusting, and replacing items to improve power, strengthen, lighten, and make the present SS be top notch, it is already becoming everything I would have wanted in the car if it were a Z/28.

I am no longer waiting for the Z/28 to emerge. I am building a better camaro. My SS will have better parts, and more importantly, IT IS HERE NOW.

I was planning on upgrading to a Z/28 someday.. not anymore. I'll stick with my SS, thanks.

If you are buying a Z/28 and modify it, it will lose value. I would only buy a totally stock Z/28 if it were used.

[chevyss]

My name is already on the list at the dealer. Anyone want to buy a used 2SS??

[ThisChicksGotAYellow2SS]

Even though I absolutely adore my car, I feel a bit cheated. I would have held out if I knew a Z28 was on the way. This may sound bad, but I hope there is a MAJOR price diff between the 2SS and the Z28... i.e. >20K. Please don't hate me :(

Originally Posted by omegaman

I think it's a good marketing ploy - create buzz about a possible Z28 while at the same announcing a possible run-up in production of the existing Camaro.

Think about it. Many of us would trade-up in a nanosecond for a new Z28. So, GM hooks us with a sale of a 2010 Camaro now and then gets us to trade in for a 201x Camaro Z28. Brilliant.

[Andro]

now they drop the ball after I did all the engine mods to my SS