Katech Z06 Clubsport, 2800lbs & 585 hp for the track, looks good too

[gobs3z]

A real ACR competitor, and it definitely looks better than the LG Motorsports track car



http://www.autoblog.com/2008/08/19/k...z06-clubsport/

An American supercar with lightweight components, sport suspension, Michelin Pilot Sport Cup tires, aerodynamic body kit, and menacing black wheels. No, we're not talking about the Dodge Viper ACR. It's Katech's new ClubSport package for the Corvette Z06. The Detroit-based company has the credentials to build a 'Vette for the track. After all, it's responsible for building the race engines that go into the Le Mans-winning Corvette C6R race cars and the SCCA SPEED World Challenge cars. For the ClubSport, Katech adds a 14-inch, six-piston Brembo brake system, Moton ClubSport suspension, 15-spoke wheels, sticky Michelin tires, Katech appearance package, carbon fiber air intake, lightweight exhaust system and more. Also on the options list are leather race seats, A/C and radio delete, roll bar, and six-point harnesses. Add one of Katech's fully built motors, and the ClubSport will surely put down some pretty impressive numbers at the track. Full details on the ClubSport can be found in the press release after the jump. [Source: Katech via CorvetteForum.com] PRESS RELEASE: CLINTON TOWNSHIP, Mich. – Katech Performance, ever attuned to the collective conscious of the Corvette universe, knew this – enthusiasts wanted a lighter weight Z06 tuned for the track. Now they have it. The Corvette Z06 ClubSport package – available exclusively from Katech Performance and Les Stanford Chevrolet (Dearborn, Mich.) – incorporates an array of aftermarket products that, in unison, reduce curb weight to 2,915 lbs. (2,825 lbs. fully optimized) while improving grip, cornering, braking and downforce. "The Z06 is already wonderfully light weight," commented Jason Harding, performance parts sales, Katech Performance. "We knew, however, that we could improve the power-to-weight ratio with several select modifications. Lamborghini has its Gallardo Superleggera, Ferrari its F430 Scuderia and Dodge its Viper ACR. Now the Corvette Z06 has the ClubSport package from Katech Performance." What does one feed Chevrolet's already well-conditioned athlete to shed pounds and improve its game? The ClubSport diet calls for: Brembo® Gran Turismo Brake Kit Two-piece cross-drilled rotors significantly reduce un-sprung rotating mass; front six-piston monobloc calipers squeeze 14-inch rotors; rear four-piston monobloc calipers pinch 13.6-inch rotors Moton Clubsport Suspension Double-adjustable coil-overs enhance power-to-the-pavement delivery while offering seven individually adjustable rebound and compression settings; system is specially tuned by Moton engineers and SCCA World Challenge professional driver Andy Pilgrim Katech Performance ClubSport Wheels 15-spoke, single-piece forged aluminum wheels (18x9.5-inch front; 19x12-inch rear) further reduce un-sprung rotating mass; finished in attractive gray powder coat Michelin® Pilot® Sport Cup Tires Enhance grip and handling while reducing total mass (285/30R18 front; 325/30R19 rear) Katech Performance Appearance Package Carbon fiber front splitter improves aerodynamics and is complemented by a matching carbon fiber rear spoiler that improves downforce; lift-off carbon fiber World Challenge hood vents the engine compartment, reduces weight by 50% and provides more downforce; ClubSport racing stripe on front fenders and rear fascia identifies vehicle as an exclusive Katech Performance creation Halltech Killer Bee™ Air Intake Carbon fiber intake designed specifically to complement Katech Performance's carbon fiber valve covers Katech Performance Exhaust System Lightweight 18-gauge stainless steel design incorporating X-pipe, two lightweight mufflers, over-axle pipes and CORSA® quad tips; reduces weight and produces a deep, racecar-like tone while maintaining a civil pitch on public roads Exedy Twin-Disc Clutch Reduces drivetrain mass and makes for easy rev-matched downshifts Braille Battery All-season; reduces weight in the rear Several optional supplements are also available including: Caravaggio leather race seats; A/C and/or radio delete as well as carpet delete to further reduce weight; roll bar or harness bar and six-point harnesses; and an ARE dry sump system. So what's the final verdict? A power-to-weight ratio of 5.45 lbs./horsepower (standard) or 5.28 lbs./horsepower (fully optimized). Complete with a 12-month/12,000-mile warranty, the Katech Performance Z06 ClubSport starts at $109,000 (standard) and is expected to maintain 50-state emissions compliance*. Power plant improvements – including an array of modified LS7 engine packages – are also available for customers who want to upgrade to a true Katech Performance "Street Attack" Z06. To purchase a brand new ClubSport Z06 from Les Stanford Chevrolet – "America's Corvette King" – call 800.699.VETT or visit www.lesstanford.com. Already own a 2006-2009 Z06? Bring your Vette to Katech to get started on the ClubSport plan. Call 866.KATECH1 or visit www.katechengines.com. Katech Performance, the aftermarket performance division of Katech Inc., engineers and manufactures race-proven crate engines and components for LS1/LS6 and LS2/LS7 engines including solid belt tensioners, coil relocation brackets, cylinder heads, dampers, pistons, push rods, throttle bodies and valve covers, among other high-performance products for the street and track. Katech Inc. was founded on the need to provide responsive service and skills to factory race efforts in all forms of racing, including the American Le Mans Series (ALMS), NASCAR®, SCCA SPEED World Challenge, American Speed Association (ASA) and International Motor Sports Association (IMSA). Today, Katech is an industrial leader in advanced racing and high-performance engine development, manufacturing, testing and assembly, and offers support services for the professional racer including boring, honing, fabrication, welding and prototype parts development. Katech Performance is located at 24324 Sorrentino Court, Clinton Township, MI, 48035. Contact the company by phone at 866-KATECH1 or visit online at www.katechengines.com.

[nthfinity]

without some massive aero aids, and 600 hp n/a... i'm not so sure it would be a competitor. Cool; definitely.

[HeilSvenska]

Originally Posted by gobs3z ... and it definitely looks better than the LG Motorsports track car

It's the same design.

[RC45]

The LG car is a far more serious car - the Katech car is for the guy with th ebig cheque book, a Porshce GT2 Clubsport and a Gallardo Suppa Leggy already in the garage

Its made of pretty much the same parts and costs about the same so its a wash really.

This car, the LG car and a few others are pretty much just a pre-packaged version of what most Corvette trackrats have been buildign themselves fo rthe last decade

[04RCSTI]

I thought it was super nice till I saw your comments, now its apparently crap.

[RC45]

Originally Posted by 04RCSTI I thought it was super nice till I saw your comments, now its apparently crap.

No - its not "crap" it is priced and "marketed" like it has the Katech name on the fender, which it does. So again, in my opinion, this car is for the guy/girl with the fat cheque book who already has a GT2 Clubsport and wants the Z06 equivalent and is not afraid to flaunt either

Forged 18's and 19's, Sportcups, Motons,(Penske/Pfadts/LG/DRM), ACP hood, MTI Racing splitter and spoiler, Brembos, Caravagio seats and mild cam are all parts hundreds of other cars have installed - and they run trackdays every weekend - this car just comes with them all installed - but it is not as radical as the LG car.

And the Autoblog guys go tit wrong - the Club Sport is a stock motor.

[HeilSvenska]

*nevermind

[04RCSTI]

I was kinda joking, thats an amazing set of parts... mmm motons...

[79TA]

I really like the 2900 lb part (that's the less serious package that still has speakers and some stuff.) If only GM did this themselves for Magazine comparo glory . . .

[5vz-fe]

$109,000!!

That's alot of money to throw into a 70k car. I wonder how much RC has sunk into Z so far.

[gobs3z]

Originally Posted by HeilSvenska It's the same design.

I meant it looks better in the most literal way, after seeing the pic of the LG vette that RC put up. the rims on the LG don't say "serious track car." I'm sure it is a great track car since LG knows what they're doing, but they just need better taste.

[RC45]

Originally Posted by 5vz-fe $109,000!! That's alot of money to throw into a 70k car. I wonder how much RC has sunk into Z so far.

Thats $109,000 turnkey price as delivered through Les Stanford Chevrolet - $39,000 if you ship them your existing C6 Z.

I have probably spent about $80K total (including $38K purchase price) on my car over a 6 year period.

Originally Posted by gobs3z I meant it looks better in the most literal way, after seeing the pic of the LG vette that RC put up. the rims on the LG don't say "serious track car." I'm sure it is a great track car since LG knows what they're doing, but they just need better taste.

The LG car has 2 sets of wheels - the red/black are the 18/19 Forgeline street wheels. The track wheels are CCW race wheels.

[HeilSvenska]

Originally Posted by gobs3z I meant it looks better in the most literal way, after seeing the pic of the LG vette that RC put up. the rims on the LG don't say "serious track car." I'm sure it is a great track car since LG knows what they're doing, but they just need better taste.

Trifles.