Posted on 03/05/2022 7:00:12 AM PST by DUMBGRUNT
The C7 Z06 had major overheating problems. The team behind the new LT6 V-8 worked hard to vanquish these issues.
Recently, GM hosted an event where engineers from the Chevrolet Corvette and Small Block programs gave a three-plus-hour presentation on the LT6, the engine powering the new C8 Corvette Z06. The most common point of reference throughout was the LT4, the supercharged 6.2-liter V-8 used in the C7 Corvette Z06, and currently found in the Camaro ZL1 and Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing. It's a killer engine, though early on, it was plagued with faults.
Chevy went fancy with the engine materials, for both strength and lightweighting. The forged titanium rods are the lightest ever in a Z06, as are the forged aluminum pistons. The pistons and mechanical finger followers get a diamond-like carbon coating to reduce friction. With no hydraulic tappets, the finger-follower valvetrain has “set for life” lash and gap, and after 100,000-mile tests, engineers saw "negligible" wear on these components. They also claimed to see no unusual oil consumption in track testing, and said the vacuum created by the new crankcase design actually helps keep the piston rings seated.
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You're correct, it's 1962.
Rode in one not long ago. Not too shabby but I’ve been in torquier vehicles.
I wasn’t aware that Corvettes were the target of bombings.......
The AVS2 helps noticeably. Have one on my 57 Bel Air and 67 Camaro.
“I wasn’t aware that Corvettes were the target of bombings.......”
Those oversized electric golf kart fanbois are getting upset again?
you’re right. I had one like it. its a 62
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