2019 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 755HP + Big Wing = 210 MPH Chevrolet has once again raised the already high bar with the introduction of the 2019 Corvette ZR1. Learning from issues on the previous year C7’s it looks as though they have solved the problems with a completely redesigned front facia and cooling system. …
Late Model GM Manual Transmission Gear Ratio Chart T-56 Six-Speed (Corvette) Type First Gear Second Gear Third Gear Fourth Gear Fifth Gear Sixth Gear 1997-2007 Corvette (base) 2.66 1.78 1.30 1.00 0.74 0.50 2001-07 Corvette Z06 2.97 2.07 1.43 1.00 0.84 0.56 ZF Six-Speed Type First Gear Second Gear Third Gear Fourth Gear Fifth Gear …
The GEN 5 LT1 and LT4 engines are equipped with Variable Valve Timing (VVT) controlled by a cam phaser. A cam phaser is a computer-controlled cam gear that optimizes camshaft timing based on load and engine RPM. Engine oil is fed to the phaser through a computer-controlled solenoid into the control chambers. This technology was …
The past three generations of Corvettes have used a one-piece driveshaft ran through a torque tube. This has enabled engineers to design a more evenly balanced vehicle by moving the engine and transmission to the rear. The shaft is held in place at each end with large bearings and rubber couplers. Over time these rubber …
The C7 Corvette in undoubtedly one the best values for both performance and handing. From the base Stingray all the way up to the most powerful Z06, it is evenly balanced and handles great on the track. In stock form there is decent amount of wheel gap between the top of the tire to the …
The latest talk in the Corvette world is the rumor of the ZR1 and a dual overhead cam V8. Some high-resolution pictures have surfaced this week that show the ZR1 is in late development and may be coming soon. Photos and video have been taken on a prototype testing at the Nürburgring. Several obvious changes …
When you are building custom cars there is always that one project that seems to just keep on going. This is the case with this Z06. I received the Corvette with an A&A 6 rib kit, cam, Kooks long-tube headers, Dewitts radiator and an ARE dry sump upgrade. The customer was in love with the …
Since the introduction of the LS engine in 1997 there have been several variations of throttle bodies. They have ranged from the original cable driven, three bolt 78mm, all the way up the 90mm, electronically controlled four bolt found on the LS3. Depending on your application a larger throttle body can provide some additional power. …
GEN III 1997-2005 LS1 5.7L Aluminum block and heads 345 HP at 5600 RPM 350 LB FT at 4400 RPM 3.898” bore 3.622” stroke 346 CID 10.25:1 compression ratio Cathedral Port Cylinder Heads LS6 5.7L Aluminum block and heads 2001 385 HP 385 LB FT TQ 2002-2004 405 HP 400 LB FT TQ 3.989” bore …
One of the most effective ways to upgrade the look of an LS engine is to change the valve covers. The OE valve covers are made from cast aluminum and have a rough, unfinished look that is not very appealing. The ignition coils are mounted to a bracket or directly to the valve covers depending …
