Cars > Challenges > “The Rocket” Vs “Wicked Z”
2000 Chevrolet Camaro Super Sport
“The Rocket”
1996 Chevrolet Camaro Z28
“Wicked Z”
Head to Head
About “The Rocket”
Super Sport #7669 of 8912 produced on May 15th, 2000. I bought my car on November 2004 from the original owner. She was pretty much stock when she came to me and has been undergoing an extensive series of modifications transforming her from a mild-mannered SS to the Street-terrorizing demon my car has become. Major mods include; valvetrain and cam, intake and exhaust, suspension and drivetrain upgrades.
About “Wicked Z”
I purchased it in September of '05 from the original owner with only 18,000 miles on it. I then transformed this Wicked White Z28 from a "Bone Stock Beauty",...into a "Bad-Ass Custom Cruzer". A whole lot of blood sweat and tears went into the transformation, (as well as about 15K) but once it made "Cruzer of the Month" for July 2006, it really made all the hard work that went into modifing it,....Completely Worthwhile!
I hope you enjoy checking out the car, and don't forget to click on the word "Mods" directly above, in order to get a full understanding of everything that's been done to it!!
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Specs for “The Rocket”
LS1
346 cu in. 5.7L 325hp V8 OHV Engine
10.1:1 Compression Ratio
Multi-port Sequential Fuel Injection
Aluminum Block and Heads
Drivetrain
Tremec T56 Transmission
Aluminum Driveshaft
Auburn Posi Differential
We're still waiting on the updated RWHP numbers from the head work and subsequent mods, but last time she dynoed 396rwhp/390rwtq. Never tracked her as I have no 1/4 mile track near me.
Specs for “Wicked Z”
5.7 liter V8 rated at 285 HP ~ 3.23 gear ratio ~ 3466 lbs curb weight
Factory Options for “The Rocket”
2000 Camaro Super Sport
Onyx Black
SLP Base alterations package
Preferred options group B
No ASR or rear defroster
1999 Camaro Leather Seats, added by me.
12-disc CD changer, also added later.
Factory Options for “Wicked Z”
Z28 Package ~ Automatic W/Overdrive ~ T-tops ~ Leather Interior ~ Power Seats ~ Traction Control System ~ Bose CD Stereo ~ All Power Options ~ 16" Chrome Wheels ~ Dual Converters ~ Limited Slip Differential ~ Theft Deterrant Device (Alarm)
Mods for “The Rocket”
Engine:
SLP Lid
K&N Filter
SLP Cold Air scoop
Washer Air box mod
SLP Bellows
SLP ported Throttlebody
Throttlebody bypass
LS6 intake Manifold w/Leginfelter EGR adapter
NGK TR-55ix Irridium Spark Plugs
Taylor 10mm Wires
LS6 Oil Pump
Comp 222/222 112LSA Cam
Comp Cams Double-Roller Timing Chain
Comp Cams Hardened Moly Pushrods
Comp Cams Titanium Retainers
Comp Cams Hydraulic Lifters
Harland Sharp 1.7 Roller Rockers
PCMforless Tune
Exhaust:
JBA Ceramic-coated Short-tube Headers
Custom-welded 3" Y-pipe
Magnaflow Cat-back w/CME tips
QTP E-Cutout
Drivetrain:
Pro 5.0 Shifter w/Hurst Pistol Grip Knob
Centerforce Dual-Friction Clutch
RAM Master Cylinder
Drill Mod
RAM Slave Cylinder
US Gears 4.10s
Auburn Differential
AAM Differential Cover
!CAGS
CD Racing Cross-Drilled/Slotted Rotors
SLP Line Lock
Suspension:
Hotchkis STB
Spohn Adjustable Panhard Rod
Spohn Lower Control Arms
Spohn Lower Control Arm Weld-in relocation brackets
LG G2 Springs
Bilstein Shocks revalved by Sam Strano
BMR adjustable Torque Arm
UMI Crossmember Brace w/driveshaft loop, Shaved 1" for ground clearance
Kenny Brown Double Diamond Subframe Connectors
Spohn 33mm solid front swaybar
Spohn 21mm solid rear swaybar
Prothane polyurethane endlinks/swaybar mounts
Interior:
Autometer triple-gauge A-pillar pod
Autometer Phantom Vaccum Gauge
Autometer Phantom Trans Temp Gauge
Autometer Phantom Oil Pressure Gauge
SLP SS Dash Plaque
White Gauge faces w/Firebird bezel and SS decal
Quest Pedal Covers
SLP SS Floormats
Dash mat
Raptor Shift light
SLP SS Rear deck mat
Exterior:
RK Sport Clear Corner Lenses
Sylvania Silverstar Headlights High/low Beams
SLP SS Grille w/white-rimmed SS badges
RK Sport Chrome SS badges on sides and back
RK Sport Stainless Steel LS1 emblems on sides
SLP badge on back of ram-air hood
15% side, 5% back window Tint
17" x 8.5" Front ZO6 Rims - 245/45ZR17 Falkens
18" x 10.5" Back ZO6 Rims -315/35ZR18 Michelin Pilot Sports
Shorty Antenna
CME Valence
RKSport Chrome CAMARO Rear inserts
Chrome "SS" License plate frame
Stainless "SS" nose emblem overlay
Smooth lock covers
!Side Molding
Flat Black Berger Panel
35th Anniversary Silver LE stripes
Engine bay:
MBA Billet Engine Plaque
Air Conditioning Dryer LS1 #7669 Decal
Stainless battery, PCM, and Fuse box covers
Red Wire loom
Red hood struts
!Wire mod
!AIR mod
Stainless LS1 emblem
Chrome SS Emblem
GM Performance Division plaque
Mobil 1 oil cap
Scott Settlemire Limited Edition Signature
"Ram Air" decal
Red Valve Covers
Listing your pending/upcoming mods is for pussies.
Mods for “Wicked Z”
EXTERIOR:
Wings West Ground Effects Fiberglass SS Hood
3pc Rear Spoiler
Tinted Windows
Carbon Fiber Badging
Chrome SLP Emblem
Rear "CAMARO" Inserts
Sequential Turn Signals
Z28 Third Brake Light Decal
SLP Windshield Banner
Billet Grill
Eurolights - Headlight Conversion
Blue/Gold ION 9006 Bulbs
High-Tech Foglight Conversion
Clear Corner Lenses
Carbon Fiber Sail Panels
INTERIOR:
Whitefaced Glow Gauges
Carbon Fiber Gauge Bezel
Carbon Fiber Shift Handle
Carbon Fiber Race Pedals
Chrome Headrest "CAMARO" Decals
White Decal Steering Wheel Inserts
Custom Floor Mats
Hard Wired Radar/Laser Detector
Lexan Switch Panel Below Stereo Deck
AUDIO:
"JVC" KD-LHX550 Satelite Ready Touch Screen Deck
"Audiobahn" A2300HCT 2Ch High Current Amp 2400W RMS Mono into 1 Ohm
"Audiobahn" A6004T 4ch 600W Intake Series Amp 75W RMS Per Ch
(2) "Audiobahn" AW1208T 12" Subwoofers 1500W RMS each
(4) "Audiobahn" AS65Q 6.5" 3-Way Speakers 100W RMS each
(2) "Precision Power" Componet Tweeters 75W RMS each
(1) HC-800 Powercell Stronger Than 100 Fared Caps
0 Guage Amp Installation Kit
SUSPENSION:
Goldline 1.5" Lowering Springs (2" Drop)
KYB-AGX Adjustable Shocks/Struts
J&M Sub Frame Connectors
J&M Lower Control Arms
J&M Relocation Brackets
J&M Strut Tower Brace
UMI Adjustable Panhard Bar
Full Polyurethane Bushing Kit
ENGINE: SLP Airfoil
Polished Intake Elbow
Polished Cold Air Intake
Descreened MAF
TB Bypass
Hypertech 160 Thermostat
Manual Fan Switch
Amsoil S2000 0W-30 Full Synthetic Oil & (EAO25) 25,000 Mile Oil Filter
EXHAUST:
Flowmaster Catback
3.5" SLP Chrome Tips (Slash Cut)
WHEELS & TIRES:
17 X 9.5 Enkei "Win" Wheels
Falken 275/40/ZR17's
FUTURE MODS:
One Big Turbo.....that's it!!
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| Points for The Rocket | Total Votes | Points for Wicked Z |
|---|---|---|
| 31 | 15 | 44 |
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| 1 | newfinish | 24 |
| 2 | MonzterRacing | 16 |
| 3 | BADDAWG | 15 |
| - | ASSMAN | 15 |
| 5 | CorvairJim | 14 |
| 6 | ausumx | 13 |
| 7 | TUNEMAN | 6 |
| 8 | TehRen | 5 |
| - | 69c_10sbc335 | 5 |
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