Highway cruising is should stay around 200 or under, maybe 205 with 100* outside air temps. I’d make sure the thermostat is not sticking, I bet you it is. Easy to change (get a new OEM one) other then having to bleed the cooling system. Also, depending on your area you can run less coolant and more water. From the factory it comes with a 60/40 mix of water (60%) to coolant (40%)

Hey man, I actually bought it through EBay directly from JR Advance. Also it comes with a warranty and when you buy it like that they automatically register it for you! www.ebay.com/itm/355143215432?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0&ssspo=fn3zsf6gsna&sssrc=4429486&ssuid=dUtB5LTaR8m&var=&widget_ver=artemis&media=COPY

Out of curiosity, did you upgrade the 6ga 12v cable that attaches for the alternator and goes to the fuse block (positive battery terminal) to a bigger size?

Dude in the C8Z jams out while on track 😆

true, but autobox shifting

@@RobertMacCready agreed, just an armchair comparison of 2 amateurs

I’m split to be honest

Yeah that was my experience until I started really driving the car hard. I thought I was but now I know I wasn’t. Funny thing is that I said that exactly many times and some of the local fast guys (like urbanknight) told me I was just not driving the car hard and that it would run hot once I did, and it turned out to be true. Now I will say that I mentioned in my last video that I suspect the thermostat maybe bad because it it getting very hot very fast. But we’ll have to wait until the next Corvette track video to find out if that’s the case.

I can’t touch on how the auto drives but everything I’ve heard is that is not a great transmission. On the street I don’t think it’ll overheat unless there’s something wrong. Yes I would stay away from the 15/16’s. Some 17s and all of the 18/19s got major upgrades on the cooling system and also the bigger SC lid and cooling bricks.

Ty for reply

I have a 16 Z06/Z07 and I would say the very first thing to do is get the transmission flushed and filled with proper fluid. I bought mine with 29K miles on it and had Chevy do a full flush and fill with Blue label Mobil 1 and BG products. Shifting and responsiveness are night and day. Make sure you get as much air out of the intercooler as possible and overheating wont really be an issue IMO. Maybe at a hard track day in high ambient temps but normal or spirited driving shouldnt be an issue at all. You can also buy the later model supercharger and sell your 16 version. A lot of people are putting the 15-16s on trucks. You could also upgrade to a Magnuson and you will get bigger bricks and taller lid. I would look at like this, if you plan on upgrading SC then it really doesnt matter 16-19. If you are keeping it stock and wanting to track it a lot then maybe 17-19 would be better option.

Ty very much​@@DanielA23

​@DanielA23 so the response is much better ,I have driven them in manual but my kness are not as good as they use to,do you enjoy it in automatic?

Maybe if you set it up to run as much power as the factory or at least less boost but I don’t think it would be a lot cooler anyway. Just because more power = more heat really no matter what. The real problem is the small opening for the air to come in and then having to go through the SC HX, then the AC condenser and finally the radiator. Then add to that the oil cooling that’s tied up to the main radiator….its just not a good design.

@@TheRdub82 yup Debating on LG vs GSpeed Honestly don’t like the look of either, I would do the TIKT setup in a heartbeat if it wasn’t soo $$$$$

@Justa2L tikt is big money plus the international shipping and exchange rates. LG front cooler kit is where it's at for the money. G Pseed is good too, but the LG is compete with the mesh grills etc.

@Justa2L G speed is pretty expensive, too. At least the LG kit is all there, and it's clear on what you get. Have you considered moderate weight reduction? Battery, remove wiper motor and blades, seats. You can get around 100 pounds and still be a street car without gutting. The C7Z06 is heavy

@@TheRdub82 before the wing and tires PB at HMS was 1:35.9 I believe on used AR1’s, no passenger. I don’t have any plans on weight reduction, Ive thought about doing a light weight battery once my stock one craps out but seems that would be taking weight out of the wrong end on the car. Also seen conflicting reports about the LI batteries on these cars

@Justa2L checkout braille battery. They supply batteries for corvette racing since the C5.R. they're batteries won't catch fire, and several others are safe too. Do some research on corvette forums for peace of mind.

@@TheRdub82 I’ve had both in my closet for over a year, just haven’t got to it but hopefully soon!

@Justa2L Yeah, it will dial out flex in the bushings, and you can put in an aggressive camber that won't move, especially under load.

@@David-kl5ln yep that’s my guess too

You mean the c8z cost twice what the c7z does and performs the same?

No I don’t have an ice tank, factory expansion tank. I don’t see what that would do but add weight, complexity and maybe delay the heat for an extra minute? I think the solution is to do the aftermarket cooling solutions and add the cheek cooler, at least that’s what I’m understanding for talking to shops and online reports

@@Justa2L yeah come to think of it that's more for drag racing, well good luck on your build. Look forward to seeing the progress.

@@JerryCecco that’s what’s going in Was using a Katech one….

@@Justa2L I had 2 aftermarket Tstats fail within a month, I reinstalled the original back on and it's been fine. I'm @ 109k miles

Yes been on the 15w50 since it’s never really run cool Thanks!

Man I really hope so Hesitant to cut it up but 🤷‍♂️

Uff sorry to heard that Don’t see that a lot with the stock LT4 unless you start pushing 1000+ or on build engine Good luck with the rebuild! Going OEM or built?

@@Justa2L No I'm sticking with OEM. I did a lot of research and knew it wasn't common, just got unlucky. I'm in Cali so I don't have much option to modify and still keep it compliant. Maybe in a few years when I get another Corvette will I dedicate one for the track and won't worry about emission laws.

@@RepEvox oem is best anyway And best thing is that the OEM engine comes with a warranty itself

Yup exactly

If enough people request this I’ll consider it for sure!

@@scottbarker9058 very true Although, with road course stress not sure it would hold up long term. The Gasped tank seems like a good long term solution that should put up to any abuse

@@scottbarker9058 ha couldn’t be further on the US I’m in S FL

Yep APR splitter

@@edc4089 the OEM tires weren’t directional, also never seen that in the manual. Where did you find the directional tires verbiage?

@Justa2L and those A046e tire was perfectly designed for the breakaway slip and the diffs in both compounds grip and stiffness.

@@turbooutlaw1976 the stock one? Still have it

@@eatrice4183 18x9.5 +27 10mm front spacer