Whipple 2.9 on Z28?? - Camaro5 Chevy Camaro Forum / Camaro ZL1, SS and V6 Forums

cpole82 · 04-18-2018, 10:43 AM

I am really, REALLY, considering the whipple 2.9 kit for my Z. Still disappointed in the acceleration of the car (my Scat pack is faster!), and need to address it asap.

Anyone else have the Whipple 2.9 on their Z?

Bhobbs · 04-18-2018, 11:51 AM

Why would anyone supercharge a Z/28? Straight line acceleration is not the point of this car.

z28monster · 04-18-2018, 12:29 PM

If I were you, I'd reconsider wanting to supercharge and go with a nice H/C/I package.

I went with 21st Century Muscle Car's 675HP package and couldn't be more pleased! You won't be disappointed. It's as legit as it gets and - best of all - it stays NA. The LS7 is too good of a NA engine to supercharge, IMO.

DRKS1D3 · 04-18-2018, 12:34 PM

IMHO, keep it NA. Install a nice cam and some headers. She'll really purr! With a blower, you're asking to heatsoak the poor thing.

mybadZ28 · 04-18-2018, 02:06 PM

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Originally Posted by cpole82

I am really, REALLY, considering the whipple 2.9 kit for my Z. Still disappointed in the acceleration of the car (my Scat pack is faster!), and need to address it asap.

Anyone else have the Whipple 2.9 on their Z?

I have never lost to a scat pack 392 charger or Challenger

AndrewHolm · 04-18-2018, 02:25 PM

Here's a rare Z/28 I caught in the mountains late last year. Check out his blower. IMO if you wanted to go the blower route perhaps buying a cheaper LS3 2010+ would be an awesome option, not to mention having two different builds with using the same great chassis we have all come to know and love.

frenchsquared · 04-19-2018, 10:03 AM

I sold a super charged corvette. Yes, it was faster then the Z28 in the straights but I blew 2 engines.

You can do heads and cam on the LS7 and have the same rear wheel power as a blown LS3. I wont even look at a super charger for my Z28. If I wanted that I would just get a Z06. You should at least research the head and cam options.

DSMer1 · 04-19-2018, 10:41 AM

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Originally Posted by cpole82

Still disappointed in the acceleration of the car (my Scat pack is faster!), and need to address it asap.

Anyone else have the Whipple 2.9 on their Z?

No it's not. The scat pack might feel faster due to the way power is delivered but it isn't.
Stock for stock the z is a faster car by a good margin.
The thing is, when your engine makes lots of torque all over, and great power through the whole rpm range, it can trick you into thinking it dosen't feel fast. Try looking at your speedometer, that can change your opinion.
I remember when I sold my CBR1000rr and bought a ZX14R, I thought the 14 was slower, then I looked at the Speedo and realized it was just smoother and definitely faster in the range I was comparing (4th gear through 6th)

Raven87 · 04-20-2018, 11:55 AM

Unless you have timeslips to prove it the 'seat of pants' judgment can be SOOOOOO decieving.

There's just no way a 3800 lb 505 HP Z/28 will lose to a stock 4350 lb 485 hp Scat Pack 392 if the drivers are equal. No way.

perfucto · 04-20-2018, 01:58 PM

416 with a Whipple

Livernois Motorsports · 04-20-2018, 02:16 PM

We can certainly get you a setup to destroy a Scat Pack! We install Whipple systems nearly every day.

Whether you wanted to go with the Whipple like you mentioned, or like others have suggested going to a head/cam/intake/header (very impressive what a LS7 can do). The LS7 will respond great.

I see your in Michigan with us, we can do the complete install and tuning for you! Let me know if you have any questions.

Butler7508 · 04-21-2018, 07:00 AM

I felt exactly the same way a couple of months ago. I have had a number of supercharged and turbocharged cars and thought that's what was needed to make the Z quicker. I had 2 z28's previously and they were 100% stock- I loved them but they just felt like they should have been a little faster. I decided if I bought another one, I would either put a Whipple on it or go full tilt on a built motor. I got SO LUCKY and a dealer took the perfect car on trade and listed it on line. 21st Century Muscle Cars had done a 675HP package (plus some extras) for a local guy and I bought it before they could get the pictures taken. All I have to say is HOLY S word- this car is FAST and MEAN. I have had 3 GTRs, 911 Turbo, a couple of C6 Z06's, Gen5 ZL1, Gen6 ZL1......all great cars and some of them pretty fast but this car is SPECIAL. Find a well taken care of Z, and take it to an experienced, reputable shop that knows the car and you will be amazed at what that motor can do when left NA
just my 2 cents...

Smokin19 · 04-21-2018, 07:31 AM

Wasn't going to post but, what the hell. NO, don't SC your Z/28 when you can get all the the power you want NA. My Z/28 has 680 crank hp (573 rwhp) and will scare most people that have never experienced that much power.

Even if you plan on tracking the car you can only use so much power on the track. The best part is how cool the engine runs with a 160 thermostat all day long and the expectation of engine longevity. This Z/28 will smoke your Scat pack. Check out the video in my signature.

StreetRage320 · 04-21-2018, 08:00 AM

I frequent the Z/28 section here..I always keep an eye out for a deal on one. The first thing I would do if I bought one is bolt a S/C on it. Now I know it is a Z/28 and I get the history that they are NA track beasts, and I love that. But damn that would be some power in an amazing track car. Yes, heat soak can be an issue, but updating the HX is simple.

so, OP, it's your car, do your thing..(and let us watch as you do it, take pics).

04-18-2018, 10:43 AM	#1
cpole82 Drives: 2015 Z28 Join Date: Nov 2015 Location: Brighton, mi Posts: 31	Whipple 2.9 on Z28?? I am really, REALLY, considering the whipple 2.9 kit for my Z. Still disappointed in the acceleration of the car (my Scat pack is faster!), and need to address it asap. Anyone else have the Whipple 2.9 on their Z?

04-18-2018, 11:51 AM	#2
Bhobbs Drives: 2015 SS 1LE Red Hot, 1970 Chevelle Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Chino, CA Posts: 6,990	Why would anyone supercharge a Z/28? Straight line acceleration is not the point of this car. __________________

04-18-2018, 12:34 PM	#4
DRKS1D3 Drives: '17 Corvette Grand Sport M7 Join Date: May 2012 Location: Pennsylvania Posts: 3,748	IMHO, keep it NA. Install a nice cam and some headers. She'll really purr! With a blower, you're asking to heatsoak the poor thing. __________________ MY RIDE: 2017 CORVETTE GRAND SPORT--TRIPLE BLACK, 7 SPEED MANUAL, VARARAM TCR-7 INTAKE, BORLA CATLESS X-PIPE, CARBON FIBER STAGE 2 AERO, MGW SHORT-THROW SHIFTER SOLD2011 TRIPLE BLACK SS CONVERTIBLE--6 SPEED MANUAL, MANY MODS, 455 RWHP/435 RWTQ DAD'S RIDE: 2012 ZL1 #1866--BLACK, 6 SPEED MANUAL, EXPOSED CF HOOD, POLISHED WHEELS, SUNROOF, ROTO-FAB INTAKE "Silly Americans, taking from the rich and giving to the poor only works in fairy tales. Success is earned here!".

04-19-2018, 10:03 AM	#7
frenchsquared Drives: 15 Z28, 01 Corvette, 96 Corvette Join Date: Dec 2016 Location: Colorado Posts: 863	I sold a super charged corvette. Yes, it was faster then the Z28 in the straights but I blew 2 engines. You can do heads and cam on the LS7 and have the same rear wheel power as a blown LS3. I wont even look at a super charger for my Z28. If I wanted that I would just get a Z06. You should at least research the head and cam options. __________________ 2018 Sierra RCSB \| 2015 Z28 Camaro \| 1989 B2200 with a 327 \| 1996 LT4 Z51 Corvette \| 1973 427 Nova

04-20-2018, 11:55 AM	#9
Raven87 C'mon- really? Drives: Looking for a ZL1 Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Nortwestern Ohio Posts: 1,966 View My Garage	Unless you have timeslips to prove it the 'seat of pants' judgment can be SOOOOOO decieving. There's just no way a 3800 lb 505 HP Z/28 will lose to a stock 4350 lb 485 hp Scat Pack 392 if the drivers are equal. No way. __________________ Steve 2018 Camaro 2SS 1LE Black #3805 - SOLD

04-18-2018, 12:29 PM	#3
z28monster Drives: 15 Z28, 17 GT350R Join Date: Nov 2015 Location: Frisco, TX Posts: 212	If I were you, I'd reconsider wanting to supercharge and go with a nice H/C/I package. I went with 21st Century Muscle Car's 675HP package and couldn't be more pleased! You won't be disappointed. It's as legit as it gets and - best of all - it stays NA. The LS7 is too good of a NA engine to supercharge, IMO.

04-18-2018, 02:25 PM	#6
AndrewHolm Drives: 1sadclutch Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: California Posts: 112	Here's a rare Z/28 I caught in the mountains late last year. Check out his blower. IMO if you wanted to go the blower route perhaps buying a cheaper LS3 2010+ would be an awesome option, not to mention having two different builds with using the same great chassis we have all come to know and love.

04-20-2018, 01:58 PM	#10
perfucto Drives: 2013 ZL1 Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Estero, FL Posts: 383	Not A Z28 but a ZL1 416 with a Whipple Attached Images

04-20-2018, 02:16 PM	#11
Livernois Motorsports Drives: 2010 Camaro 454 LSX (SOLD) Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Dearborn Heights, MI Posts: 788	We can certainly get you a setup to destroy a Scat Pack! We install Whipple systems nearly every day. Whether you wanted to go with the Whipple like you mentioned, or like others have suggested going to a head/cam/intake/header (very impressive what a LS7 can do). The LS7 will respond great. I see your in Michigan with us, we can do the complete install and tuning for you! Let me know if you have any questions.

04-21-2018, 07:00 AM	#12
Butler7508 Drives: 2015 ZL1 Lingenfelter 700 Join Date: Mar 2017 Location: McKinney Posts: 125	Whipple 2.9 I felt exactly the same way a couple of months ago. I have had a number of supercharged and turbocharged cars and thought that's what was needed to make the Z quicker. I had 2 z28's previously and they were 100% stock- I loved them but they just felt like they should have been a little faster. I decided if I bought another one, I would either put a Whipple on it or go full tilt on a built motor. I got SO LUCKY and a dealer took the perfect car on trade and listed it on line. 21st Century Muscle Cars had done a 675HP package (plus some extras) for a local guy and I bought it before they could get the pictures taken. All I have to say is HOLY S word- this car is FAST and MEAN. I have had 3 GTRs, 911 Turbo, a couple of C6 Z06's, Gen5 ZL1, Gen6 ZL1......all great cars and some of them pretty fast but this car is SPECIAL. Find a well taken care of Z, and take it to an experienced, reputable shop that knows the car and you will be amazed at what that motor can do when left NA just my 2 cents...

04-21-2018, 07:31 AM	#13
Smokin19 Drives: 19' ZL1 A10, w/pdr Join Date: Sep 2014 Location: S.W. ohio Posts: 1,705	Wasn't going to post but, what the hell. NO, don't SC your Z/28 when you can get all the the power you want NA. My Z/28 has 680 crank hp (573 rwhp) and will scare most people that have never experienced that much power. Even if you plan on tracking the car you can only use so much power on the track. The best part is how cool the engine runs with a 160 thermostat all day long and the expectation of engine longevity. This Z/28 will smoke your Scat pack. Check out the video in my signature. __________________ BTR Stg II cam w/ 38% fuel lobe, ARH 2" headers into 3" w/Gesi cats, Kong X port, Weapon X triple ht exchangers, NW 103, Rotofab big gulp, DSX lowside, TCM tune, BMR Lockout, Mustang dyno 720 rwhp, 634 rwtq on 93 pump.

04-21-2018, 08:00 AM	#14
StreetRage320 Those who need me got me Drives: 2022 ZL1 A10 Join Date: Aug 2017 Location: Southwest, MN Posts: 624	I frequent the Z/28 section here..I always keep an eye out for a deal on one. The first thing I would do if I bought one is bolt a S/C on it. Now I know it is a Z/28 and I get the history that they are NA track beasts, and I love that. But damn that would be some power in an amazing track car. Yes, heat soak can be an issue, but updating the HX is simple. so, OP, it's your car, do your thing..(and let us watch as you do it, take pics). __________________