When it comes to restoring and rebuilding cars, nothing can be more frustrating than experiencing a lack of power and performance with no clue as to why — especially if the car is relatively new , like 1320 Video's Chevrolet Corvette C6 ZR1.
The once go-to vehicle for the 1320video YouTube channel, the ZR1 strayed into the garage relegation zone after it began experiencing these issues. After some time tinkering with it (and after acquiring an Audi R8), the ZR1 found itself parked on the shelf with no real future in sight.
However, after the release of their latest piece of content, it appears the ZR1 is back from the dead after spending the last few months in Detroit with a ZR1 specialist. It is now quickly becoming the once-again favorite after receiving a massive power boost.
A Supercharged Rocketship
Once known around the dragstrip for doling out 800 American horsepower, this 2010 Corvette ZR1 is more recently known as 1320's most expensive paperweight after spending quite some time away from the YouTube eye.
So rather than continue to bang their heads against the wall trying to figure out its issues, the guys at 1320 decided to send their Vette off to one of the best ZR1 mechanics in the country with the hopes of not only diagnosing the issue but restoring its power and then some.
Already known to pump out 800 hp, finding a solution to fix the issues and add more on top of it would be a tall order. However, when you're working with a budget like 1320, chances are you're going to get what you asked for.
It's Dyno Time, Baby
Fast forward a few months now, and 1320 is on its way to Detroit for the unveiling of the rebuilt ZR1. After arriving at the shop, the guys come to find after a teardown of the engine, an issue with the block resulted in a brand-new LS9 engine for the Vette.
Already off to an expensive start, the guys begin listing off the new list of mods that include ported heads, a stage 3 cam, all-new inlets, intakes, water tank upgrades, bucket seats, and a complete cooling system overhaul that features an Edelbrock heat exchanger for the massive supercharger slapped on top of the 6.2L V8.
Now good for a huge 889 hp, the next logical step for 1320 was to head to the local drag strip with the ZR1 and break in the new merchandise.