Just in case this hasn't been posted yet, here is the original thread from corvetteforum. As I said before, this guy is their "shining star" as far as being able to make the best quarter mile times possible. I'm sure he's been called out numerous times and has proven himself each time. He's also very honest as to what mods/tires he's using:

http://forums.corvetteforum.com/show....php?t=1541575

 

I've asked the most experienced Z06 owner on my local f-body baord for an honest oppinion on this matter and here's my questoin with he's reply. By the way, he just posted a best time of 10.9sec on a C5 Z06 and 8psi of boost (to my suprise he also knows Rnager):

Imo000 wrote:
Vortech,

I saw the clip of your car and the times you are making are impressive.
Since you have real experience in modifying a Z06 I woud like your oppoinion on something. My other car is a Porsche 928 5-speed with a paxton SC and there is a heavy debate on the 928 board on rennlist.com about a video clip showing a new Z06 running hight 10s with nothing more than a set of drag radials. Here is the link to the clip.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=469NvIOiz7U

The owners name is said to be Ranger and is supposed to be really respected on the Corvette board. So the question is, it it really possible to go 10.85sec in a C6 Z06 with nothing more than a set of drag radials? Do you know if this is a credible run?


It is very possible and it is true-Ranger and i had the fastest stock C5 Z06's back in the 02. the weekend I ran 11.656 he ran 11.50. He races at the best tracks and probably has more passes than everyone on this forum. He is relentless in his pursuit. The major thing that held the new Z06 back was its traction control algorithm. It pulls back power when wheelhop occurs or excessive movement from the rear to front tires happens-it's GM way of being Big Brother. When Ranger get's this removed from the factory tune expect his times to drop. These cars are just awesome and in the hand of a very capable driver even better.
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02 Z06
606/488 8psi
HPtuners MPVI pro tuning available with real time AFR logging

 

Yes, I knew that.

<Start James Bond Music>
And I also noticed that Team Corvette is kicking Aston Martin's *** all over the place. With that said though, I must admit that this year, the Aston's were the best-sounding car at Road America for ALMS, and, had the best number, 007.
</James Bond music fading out>

Did you NOT look at the time-slip?

Evidently, you DON'T. I'm assuming since you haven't mentioned what you crew chief'd that maybe it was an MG (..a cool car) or similar powered vehicle.


Then why don't you back up your opinon with some *FACTS* instead of whining: 'it can't be a 10-second run'!

WTF, again, did you NOT look at the time-slip?

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chevrolet_Corvette

From the above link:

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Its performance is similar to the Ford GT and the Dodge Viper SRT-10. Official performance figures indicate that the Z06 can reach 60 mph in just 3.5 seconds from a standing start in first gear. In the summer of 2005, GM and Corvette Racing driver Jan Magnussen brought the new Z06 to the Nürburgring in Germany. Magnussen drove the Z06 to a time of 7:42.99; few production cars have posted faster times. Car and Driver tested the Z06 in their December 2005 issue, recording a 0 to 60 mph time of 3.4 seconds and a standing quarter mile of 11.8 seconds at 125 mph. [4]

In addition to the larger engine, the C6 Z06 has a dry sump oiling system, ensuring proper engine lubrication during periods of high (lateral) acceleration and allowing the engine to be mounted low inside the chassis. Connecting rods made out of titanium further lighten the reciprocating mass of the engine while being stronger than the steel rods they replace. Altogether, the Z06 model not only produces more power, it revs higher than any other Chevrolet LS-motor.

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First of all, do you believe that Car and Driver did an 11.8 quarter-mile with the C6 Z06 on street tires? Are you going to claim that Car and Driver could not, and did not do a 11.8 quarter-mile on the stock street tires?

I didn't think so.

So, with you being a 'Crew Chief', are you now going to claim that it is impossible to gain 1 second by replacing the stock run-flats with drag-radials, AND having a superior driver behind the wheel?

C'mon Brett, let's hear it. Oh yeah, and don't forget about the time-slip.

All the best...

<-- That's all the Aston's see from behind the Corvettes

 

To be fair - we saw a timeslip. How do we know it was his, for that car, and for that run?

I often use Wikipedia as a reference myself, but you do know where it comes from, don't you? As such, pretty much anyone can write pretty much anything. Not to say it isn't accurate, but any info should be taken with a grain of salt.


...but Looking at the evidence so far I've come to believe he really did what he claims.

 

Brett
Back to basics, what are you saying ?
1/ That a stock ZO6 on drag radials CANT run a 10.85

2/ Only that the video is not of the 10.85 run

3/ both above



Also I find it strange that you are so vermently questioning this all considering your claim of 505 bhp for your car.
You car actually put out a best of 379 rwbhp on an aborted dyno run, using this & other partial runs the dyno operator then factored in the auto drivetrain loss & came up with 505 bhp crank , surely thats just a 'guesstimate' & not an actual 505bhp ?
Maybe your signature line should read 379 rwbhp as that is al you have actually run in reality

All the best

John , a 27 year doorslamer drag racer , auto's & manuals (full throttle'bang shifted' which makes a BIG difference)

 

[QUOTE=C.F.]Brett
Back to basics, what are you saying ?
1/ That a stock ZO6 on drag radials CANT run a 10.85

2/ Only that the video is not of the 10.85 run

3/ both above

QUOTE]

Hi

2....
Although I could make 1 happen...just put in a little Nitromethane....it would easily run a 10...or better....ONCE lollll.......

And I was Crew Chief on TOP fuel...lol..you know the ones..big and noisy and run 4s nowdays...

All the best Brett

 

Ariel Atom. 0-100-0 in 11 seconds. 0-60- 2.88.

Cost - about $60K

300 HP, 1000 pounds.
Kiss my ***, Z06.

Well, I will give the Z06 the fact that it has a nicer roof.

 

Adam, both your Atom photo and price are outdated. You can still get one for $60K, but not a well optioned 300 hp model.

I have an Atom, and it happens to be for sale. If you'd rather get a new one, I understand. But there are some big California registration advantages to buying one before the end of 2006.

My Atom has the non-supercharged Honda engine, 245 hp, 0-60 in 3.5. The SC could be easily bolted on and costs $3K. I drove it at Laguna Seca last week, and did laps at around 1:46 - 1:47. According to Motor Trend magazine, April '06, the new Z06 Corvette did 1:47 at Laguna, and the new Porsche 997S did 1:50.

More about my car here: www.dp35.com

 

914 v8 2300lbs 500hp

 

Hi

Very nice....out of interest....does it have a heater ??

All the best Brett

 

I have a Speedster replica built on a 1970 VW pan that I took through the SB100 program. It was fairly painless, although I would highly recommend being one of the first few people through the door at DMV on 1/1/07. I was the third guy thru the door this year, and I got 419/500 permits.

How much for the car?

 

Yep, I'm well aware of the process. I have a connection at DMV, so hopefully I'll get the SB100 on 1/1/07.

$70,000, or less without the wings.

 

Adam, you sure about that?


Typical Z06 roof loss thread