Real Solution for Overheating Corvette Z06 Automatics - Tim Lally Chevrolet shows you their solution

We have found a REAL fix to the chronic problem of Chevrolet Corvette C7 Z06 models with automatic transmissions overheating under extreme track conditions.
Tim Lally Chevrolet took an immaculate 2018 Corvette Z06 3LZ automatic in on trade on a new Corvette C8. Mike Lally, owner and racing instructor / enthusiast had, like others who tracked Corvette Z06 models, been vexed by the overheating issues that would put the Z06 in "Limp Mode" during extreme track sessions. He turned to Service Manager Jim Lamtman and GM Master Technician and Corvette Specialist Rick Sedivy and together they set out to take this Corvette Z06 trade and fix the overheating issue. With help from Jim Casey and the body shop skills of Chuck Kuhn Jr., they would find a solution for the problem of Corvettes going into "Limp Mode".
The 2018 Corvette, nicknamed "Frankenstein" or the "Frankenvette" was dismantled and many of it components re-engineered. The team was looking for a fix that could be easily duplicated and accessible to Corvette owners of all levels, so they re-purposed GM sports car components for the Corvette and Camaro.
Mike Lally personally tested their fix on the track. The result? Incredible track times with no excessive or atypical heat build up. It was tested on several tracks with several different drivers. With no overheating issues, the Tim Lally Performance Team has declared the problem solved.
For those interested, the fix can be applied to his/her Corvette Z06 for about $9500 complete. Contact Jim Lamtman, Service Manager at Tim Lally Chevrolet to get an estimate for your individual Corvette.
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What's so special about Tim Lally Chevrolet?
The team here at Tim Lally Chevrolet is proud to carry on the legacy of Tim Lally. The Lally name has been synonymous with an exceptional customer experience and value since 1922. You read that right, 1922. Tom "Poppy" Lally left US Steel to work for Horton Chevrolet Company. During the Great Depression, Poppy and Grandma Jo worked without wages, only stock, a sacrifice that laid the foundation for the transition over the decades from Horton Chevrolet Company to Tim Lally Chevrolet.
Tim Lally Chevrolet is not a mega-store conglomerate that churns customers and employees through some corporate machine that maximizes profitability while projecting some agency managed image. We are real people helping real people just like you!
Tim Lally Chevrolet is a state of the art Chevrolet Sales and Service store that folks have known for years and that knows them. Stop by and you will find Mike Lally talking with second or third generation repeat customers like they're old friends...because they are. You won't find him in his private jet or flaunting exotic luxury cars. Again, we are real people helping real people.
Construction companies, fleet managers, police and fire chiefs look to Tim Lally Chevrolet for competitively bid vehicles backed by the kind of service that builds confident, long lasting relationships. We are real, and we are there for you.
Does this mean you pay more? Absolutely not! We are a high volume sales and service location. How can we not be with a loyal customer base that spans over 70 years served by three generations of the Lally family? Not only our volume but our long standing outstanding reputation with Chevrolet empowers us to provide you with great values and spectacular service year after year, generation after generation.
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[@garyborowy8117]

Great job with the modifications and putting together a very informative video. So happy I have a C8 ordered from such a capable dealership.

[@TimLallyChevrolet]

Thank you!

[@knjpollard]

Wow love that solution. Cleanest I have seen. Looks better than the ZR1 solution. I love that the hood scoop is functional. You should simply sell the hood and front facia (with holes precut). I would actually paint those screens carbon flash though.

[@TimLallyChevrolet]

We would be happy to build one for you!

[@philspaghet]

Yeah the real solution is just to get a manual as Chevy intended

[@nyplantingsgardendesigners5645]

Funny you say that. Ford has been making great autos for decades why GM cannot is beyond my understanding. Ford and GM worked together to design the 10spd Camaro tranny. I hear it is great. Thankful to have what I have tho.

[@philspaghet]

@@nyplantingsgardendesigners5645 Yeah the 10 speed is pretty good but manual ftw

[@JerryCecco]

IF I get for my 2017 Z06 M7, what water and oil temps should I see on 25min track session in Texas?

[@milesbeam2713]

Does the Z06 have problems with overheating as a daily driver in the summer 95-degree days in city driving or in sto['n go traffic?

[@coletrick8748]

No, it has problems at high rpm’s for minutes at a time... track use or hardcore street use. Now if you’re in 95 degree weather stop n go traffic for 2 hours straight I am not sure.

[@SoberIrishman]

What also helps.....don't run these cars into the ground. Enjoy them but also take care of them. They are very expensive. Maybe some can afford to replace them every few years. Go easy and take care of your vettes guys.

[@corbycarter8257]

Would getting the plans for this be possible?

[@nyplantingsgardendesigners5645]

Well, bought a 18 C7Z with 9k miles. I should send you my car! I'll never get it done on my own.

[@TimLallyChevrolet]

We would be happy to help! Contact our Service Manager Jim Lamtman for details. 440-232-2000

[@stephenaddair]

Mine has said check coolant then goes off but after coolant reaches 205 degrees my heater was blowing cool air with it turned up high heat 90 degrees but finally started blowing warm air

[@freddyvasquez7831]

Fixed problem and looks better. Awesome

[@1111boone]

How much weight did these modifications add?

[@nyplantingsgardendesigners5645]

Well, think of 3 gallons of water plus another 15 lbs in coolers etc. Not too bad it is all sitting down low.

[@mach183]

It doesn’t matter auto or manual anything with a blower will heat soak …

[@nyplantingsgardendesigners5645]

Nice job guys. On the fence for c7z or ZL1 Nice mod.

[@jameslucas8230]

Are these parts for sale

[@JerryCecco]

I understand if anyone changes the tune on a Z06, chevy will not honor their engine warranty. what about this cooling upgrade?

[@TimLallyChevrolet]

Excellent question! Because we did not crack open the engine our modifications affected only breathing and cooling there should be no issues with the engine or transmission warranty. (Service Manager used to be a GM Field Engineer)

[@JerryCecco]

@@TimLallyChevrolet ok cool, any updates about selling this kit?

[@TimLallyChevrolet]

@@JerryCecco Send an email to [e-mail] . He's our Service Manager and part of the team that created this solution.

[@phillipgarrow2297]

Do what I did buy a manual transmission

[@TBagr]

How much for just that hood?

[@dontworry1568]

im looking into getting a c7 z06..... what would be the result of running 60% water mix in the car. my understanding is that the water does the cooling and the rest of it is the corrosion inhibitors and antifreeze. Would a 60% mixture ruin those properties?

[@TimLallyChevrolet]

Great question! Changing the mixture from 50/50 to 60/40 over a two gallon capacity will really make no difference whatsoever. In fact, it is the plumbing routing and heat exchangers architecture that has the most dramatic effect on cooling ability. Even running 100% water is not going to have a dramatic impact. We recommend you stick to the manufacturer recommendations and if you are running your machine hard to make sure you keep your coolant system well flushed and clean! Thank you for asking!

[@1stdefenseinc]

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[@shav3280]

Solution: get a manual cmon son

[@TimLallyChevrolet]

The shift points on the automatic are very well programmed. Plus, the car learns your driving style and will actually shift differently as it "learns" the driver!

[@mikelally2292]

Hey Shav, I love a good manual as much as anyone. But with this cooling solution only I’m 1.5 seconds per lap faster in this car than a similar manual Z06. And I’ll generally run whatever gives me faster lap times. Love my manual tranny, but love saving those seconds more

[@MODIT]

shame. That is a lot of modification that will not be shared to all z06 owners. Wondering if the blower itself is to small and inefficient that causes a lot of overheating.

[@snvffxxx]

Best solution to the problem is the M7

[@zedrone7975]

Nothing new here LG Motorsports in Texas where it gets really hot, has been doing something like this for years, and for less money!

[@TimLallyChevrolet]

Glad to hear our Corvette enthusiasts around they country have access to solutions that help them get the most from their vehicles. Our goal was to make sure we stayed with GM parts and found a solutions that should not impact any warranty claims.

[@nyplantingsgardendesigners5645]

LG is great and has tons of experience but the mods they propose mean more intrusive cuts than this. Also, the price is not less if installed. Furthermore, the LG setup is a race focused setup and I don't think it helps low speed cooling such as heavy traffic. Still, I would trust LG and these guys both.

[@scottbarker9058]

why not juss put a zl1 front bumper assmbly on???

[@jaybird9943]

Stop driving them sissy wagons.