9 sec Bowtie build

[gt67sy]

Well after contemplating doing an LsX block an going to a v8 I decided to stay v6 and wanted to document my journey to building a 9secV6 ( which will also be my license plate ). Now I know this isn't as easy as just gathering parts and slapping it together. Getting the correct parts and most important getting the correct tuner is the most important part. Living in NJ I have one of the best around in Harry Anderson as he helped tune some of the faster trucks around (Ed Hess and viciousV6 truck). So let's start our journey.

Starting with a factory new Bowtie block 4 bolt splayed and will also get a half fill to give it even more bottom end strength

Next up is crankshaft specialities crankshaft small strocker crank ( thanks Harry)

To connect to the crankshaft i picked up one of the last set around right now of Oliver rods from Mike Lee

Piston are on order take 6-8 weeks. Custom Diamond Pistons as soon as they come in I'll post pic.

Turbo is an Innovative DBB 88 Thanks again Mike Lee

For Cylinder heads going to running Ponitac 23 degree head with Jesel offset rockers

Upper and lower intake Pontiac/Brodix converted for EFI an Wilson 90mm upper intake

To control it all I got a FAST XFI system

I just picked up from Ed Hess his old front mount intercooler setup that is built as part of the radiator support ( while it was a little twisted from the wall contact we already gotten it straightened an rewelded like new thanks Ed)

More updates coming each day. Again I know this wont be east by any means but I will be fun. I will be trying to so everything with this truck straight line and some auto x I know big turbo might be laggy but I'll deal.

 

[gt67sy]

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On to the suspension

Up front went with Rpm coil overs, Edelbrock end links

Out back a set of Qa1 12 way adjustable setup has been just installed with a Belltech 2 drop springs and rear sway bar. Caltrac were also just purchased and are I'm the mail.

Also installed C5 Zo6 calipers with Baer 14 inch rotors. But just yesterday I got a hold of a set of C6 Zo6 6 piston calipers and have been told they will work with my cbr brackets so they will going on.

Wheel and tire combo is CCW Classic wrapped in Bfg KDW rubber 18x11.5 out back with 335/30/18 and 18x9.5 295/35/18

As far as drive train. Have a good relationship with Carl Rossler he can build me a 4l60e that can live and with stand the beating. If not I already have a built turbo 400 for it but want the overdrive. Would spring for the 4l80e but have a baby on the way and can't justify it right now.

 

[Injected1]

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I like it. What kind of time frame do you think before you hit the track?
Good luck!!

 

[RenegadePete379]

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aw man iam going to have to start posting a build thread for my SY's bowtie build.when you get to the drivetrain i will be waiting as i want to know what your goingto do to beef it up there as well.

 

[R&C_RallySyTy]

Re: 9 sec Bowtie build

Beautiful!

 

[QuinnSY]

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Doin it right! That block should put out some #'s.

 

[mikew]

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Very nice, that looks like it will be alot of fun when done.

 

[TNPhoon]

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Nice!

:drool:

 

[Norm]

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Any pics of that hood latch set up ? It looks pretty cool, who built it?

 

[gt67sy]

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Here is closer pic of the hood latch setup when it was on Eds truck. Kieth Mease built the whole setup for Ed.

 

[Don W.]

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Nuts! That's all, just nuts! But what a ride.

How bout a quick peek at the Biscayne?

Thanks for keeping us posted.

 

[Suny]

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If you want to get rid of those c5 z06 calipers send me a PM im looking to upgrade my stock brake system.

 

[sycho]

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dam man, looks like an incredible build! with all that stuff it will have no choice but to go 9's!! :tup:

 

[Andrew S]

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Talk about some quality components. Very nice choice on the wheels/tires.

 

[gt67sy]

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Thanks the wheels are my latest addition and I love them. Havent seen them that often on a Sy and I'm tired of the all the stock style vette wheels.

 

[Don W.]

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X2 or whatever one the wheels. Very nice.

 

[THEMADTYPH00N]

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I thought Innovative Turbo went out of business?

 

[R&C_RallySyTy]

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I would love to see some more pics with the wheels/tire combo. Looks sweet, and different then everyone else. I either want to stick with the stock wheels for my Sy or get something other then Vette wheels.

 

[gt67sy]

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Just some more parts motor is at the machine shop, just waiting on the custom solid cam from Steve Morris (thanks qbkiller)

Got my FAST XFI back after the 2.0 upgrade

Hks 50mm external

Accufab 90mm tb

Winston cup valves cover for the Pontiac heads

 

[cat-vi]

Re: 9 sec Bowtie build

Very impresive, to see people building showcar-quality stuff takes their time to write up the progress here, this truck is waaay out of my leage, but I like reading Popular Hot Rodding as well. Your truck and the "FastCars" build is two threads I am hooked on, Way to go.