Corvette Parts Blog

2006-2011 Corvette LS7 Supercharger

The new Corvette LS7 Edelbrock Supercharger System pushes a stock Corvette LS7 engine up to an amazing 657 flywheel HP and 582 ft-lbs of torque. This supercharger incorporates the Eaton Twin Vortices Series (TVS) Gen VI rotor assembly, the same internals used on the new ZR1 Corvette, an air to water twin intercooler system and dual core heat exchanger. Torque has been optimized through the use of 12″ long runners, while low speed fuel economy is retained through the use of an internal bypass valve to reduce parasitic loss. All of this equipment integrates with the dry sump system and fits under the stock hood without any modifications.

This system includes all of the components needed to support the increased power output of the engine: 60 lb/hr injectors, a high flow air intake system and a handheld programming module to update the ECU. It is designed to work with all OEM emissions equipment and is 50-state street legal (E.O. Number D-215-76). It also includes matching aluminum coil covers that are black powder coated for a great under hood look.

Are you curious to know what it takes to install one of these Edelbrock Corvette Superchargers? Read the manufacturers step by step installation instructions here.

Zip also has Edelbrock Corvette superchargers for LS2 and LS3 equipped C6 Corvettes. Read more about these supercharger systems here.

You may think it would be hard to improve on the very potent ZR1 Corvette since it comes from GM with 638 hp, but it is possible. The Corvette engineers did a fantastic job of bringing us an awesome car, but they also gave us something capable of more. The Zip Corvette ZR1 Corvette LS9 Power Package brings together our exclusive set of Kooks R-Series stepped headers and high flow stainless steel converters backed by a Corsa Sport exhaust system to give the ZR1 Corvette some authority out on the road. Along with a supercharger pulley upgrade kit, Mamba fresh air scoop, Zip performance shielded spark plug wires to keep the heat off, and some calibration changes in the PCM; this performance package will turn your ZR1 Corvette into a 700 horsepower beast. You will also notice quicker acceleration thanks to an additional 5lbs. of boost and free breathing on the exhaust side.

Check out each performance Corvette Part included in our ZR1 Corvette LS9 Power Package:

Mamba Fresh Air Scoop	The Mamba Fresh Air Scoop allows the ZR1 Corvette air intake to achieve it’s full potential by ramping fresh air from the front of your ZR1 Corvette directly into the opening of the intake. The Mamba Fresh Air Scoop is mounted to your ZR1 Corvette’s radiator shroud with 3M double sided tape.
ZR1 Corvette Supercharger Upgrade Kit	The Lingenfelter ZR1 Supercharger Pulley Upgrade Kit is designed to enhance the LS9 Corvette ZR1 supercharged engine. This upgrade kit produces excellent horsepower and torque improvements over the factory 638 horsepower and 604 lbs. ft of torque while maintaining a safe level of boost and supercharger RPM.
Performance Corvette Spark Plug Wires	These Hi-Performance spark plug wires are built to Zip’s standards, built specifically for Corvettes with headers. We start out using a Delco Mag wire and then heat shield it with some of the best products the aftermarket has to offer. This will be the last set of wires you will ever have to replace from getting burned by a header or just plain wearing out. These C6 Corvette spark plug wires are the perfect compliment to the Kooks Stepped Headers also included in this LS9 power package.
ZR1 Corvette PCM Programming	To go with all of the upgrades to your LS9 Corvette engine, we will also upgrade your ZR1 Corvette’s PCM. With custom PCM programming using HP Tuners scanning and diagnostic tools we can modify just about any setting available within your ZR1 Corvette’s computer system.
Kooks ZR1 Corvette Stepped Headers	If you really want to step up your Corvette’s exhaust system then consider a set of Kooks Custom Headers from Zip Corvette. Kooks Stepped Header design, which is included in this power package melds the particular advantages of specific tube diameters: low end torque from 1 3/4″ primaries at the flange, then opening up to 2″ tubes for unrestricted top end. Built by Kooks Custom Headers, manufactured from mandrel bent 304 stainless steel with 3/8″ flanges and 3″ collectors. Stepped headers include O2 sensor bungs, gaskets and sensor extensions.
Kooks ZR1 Corvette Mid-Section	This mid-section is designed to complete installation of Zip/Kooks R-series “stepped” headers on LS9 equipped Corvettes. The mid-pipe bolts directly to the 3″ collectors and allows you to utilize the ZR1 exhaust system of your choice; in this case the ZR1 Corsa Sport. The 304 stainless steel center section includes a crossover pipe and hi-flow stainless steel converters for a completely street legal performance exhaust system.
Corsa Sport ZR1 Corvette Exhaust System	Also included in the LS9 ZR1 Corvette Power Package is the clean-sheet engineered C6 ZR1 Corvette Corsa Sport Exhaust System. Corsa’s famous sport system includes a race car like sound at full throttle yet a calm sound great for cruising speeds, military grade 321L stainless steel, and an increase in horsepower and airflow over the stock application. The quad 4″ exhaust tips finished with the Corsa logo adds the finishing touches to this near perfect Corvette exhaust.

ZR1 Corvette W/LS9 Power Package

Take a look at a couple of our before and after dyno runs of a customers ZR1 Corvette with our LS9 power package installed. As you can see in the graph the ZR1 Corvette was producing 429 rear wheel horsepower and 410 ft-lbs. of torque at 5500 rpm (red). After installation of our ZR1 Corvette Power Package the ZR1 produced 534 rear wheel horsepower and 510 ft-lbs. of torque at the same 5500 rpm (blue). That’s an improvement of over 100 horsepower and 100 ft-lbs. of torque on a stock ZR1 Corvette. Not only did this ZR1 produce greater numbers but it sounded like a pure race car with the C6 Corsa Exhaust System, Kooks Headers, and Kooks Mid Section. So if you thought adding to your ZR1 Corvette was impossible you may want to think again. Our power package will make any stock ZR1 accelerate faster and produce approximately100 more horsepower to the rear wheels.

One of the latest additions to our C6 Corvette aftermarket pulleys is the new ZR1 Supercharger Pulley by Lingenfelter. The Lingenfelter supercharger pulley upgrade kit is designed to enhance the new LS9 ZR1 supercharged engine. This upgrade kit produces excellent horsepower and torque improvements over the factory 638 horsepower and 604 lbs ft of torque while maintaining a safe level of boost and supercharger RPM. Testing at Lingenfelter has shown 680 BHP and 660 lbs ft of torque with the supercharger pulley installed. Installation of the kit does not require ECM programming or serpentine belt changes and will overdrive the supercharger 19% to raise boost on a stock engine 3 to 4 psi.

C6 Corvette ZR1 Supercharger Pulley

Parts included in kit:

• 2.60 inch diameter steel supercharger drive pulley powder coated black – 11 rib
• 100 mm aluminum double bearing idler assembly
• Lingenfelter LS9 solid supercharger isolator coupling
• Installation kit with everything you need to do the installation

The pulley requires advanced installation techniques including removal of the ZR1 factory supercharger, pressing off the old pulley, and pressing/pining the new ZR1 Supercharger Pulley onto the shaft.

Being able to customize your new C6 just the way you want it is one of the most exciting things about owning a Corvette. With so many different types of customizations available in the Corvette aftermarket you need to be sure that the product you are going to install is in fact an upgrade. Some vendors will sell you junk, but Zip works hard to assure you that the Corvette Parts you are receiving are the best the industry has to offer. That is why we have recently added RK Sport Corvette Ground Effects, RK Sport Corvette Hoods and RK Sport Corvette Spoilers to our product line.

RK Sport, founded by two time World Challenge champion R.K. Smith, who piloted a Corvette while winning both titles, has become well known within the Corvette Parts world. With a leader like R.K. Smith and his extensive experience in the Corvette performance aftermarket world, you can count on all of their products to be top of the line. Combine the experience of RK Sport and the drive to supply only the best Corvette Parts available from Zip and perfection is what you’ll get. Of course we back all our quality Corvette Parts and accessories by our ‘best in industry’ customer service.

The RK Sport Corvette Ground Effects package available from Zip comes complete with the front facia, side skirts, and rear canards. Each component is made of a high quality urethane and unlike other ground effects packages the RK Sport package will not create a boxy profile. View installation and painting instructions for the Corvette Ground Effects package here.

RK Sport Corvette Ground Effects Package

RK Sport has also designed several new Corvette Hoods for the C6. The Ram Air Hood is available in fiberglass or carbon fiber. RK Sport designed this hood directly from the stock C6 hood; they just added the raised center section. The Ram Air Hood will not install with a Magnuson Supercharger but will add a pure muscle car look to any C6 Corvette. If you have a Magnuson, RK Sport also makes a hood for you; their Magnuson Supercharger Hood. This supercharger hood flows very smooth with the stock body lines of the C6 keeping the visual impact to a minimum. This Corvette Hood will fit 2005-2009 Corvettes.

RK Sport Corvette Hoods & Spoilers

As stated above we have also added new RK Sport Corvette Rear Spoilers. The rear spoilers are available in a hand-laminated fiberglass or carbon fiber and will fit 2005-2009 Corvettes. The spoilers give the C6 a more dynamic look while installing easily over the third brake light.

Set your C6 Corvette apart from the crowd and install quality Aftermarket Corvette Parts and accessories like the R.K. Sport packages, hoods and spoilers from Zip Corvette.

Corvette owners: Does “turn-key” sound more appealing than “Do-It-Yourself”? If so, Zip Corvette’s Performance & Installation Facility is for you.

For years, Zip Corvette has been the place to buy Corvette Parts & Accessories for your 1953 to C6 Corvette, but now your purchase is even easier. In 2004, we opened our Corvette performance and installation facility. We offer Zip Corvette customers a professional installation on thousands of items, backed by our Customer Satisfaction Guarantee and over 30 years of Corvette experience.

Just about anything: Whether you need a 1966 Corvette Trailing Arm rebuild or want to gain a few extra horsepower from your 2009 C6, you can count on Zip. We utilize only the best equipment available, including all diagnostic tools, tuning equipment and the latest tire mounting and balancing machines. We can safely mount and accurately balance any Corvette wheel and tire package. Whether it is a new set of Firestone Deluxe Champions on a 1955 Corvette or the latest ZR1 Corvette wheels on a C5 or C6, or even our 20 inch forged wheel and tire packages, we can handle it.

More than just wheels: Are you in the market for a reputable shop to install a new Corsa, B & B, Borla, Callaway or Magnaflow Exhaust System with Kooks Headers and Crossover Pipe? We can do it. Did you say Corvette Supercharger? Of course we can install those too, and even tune the car to make the most horsepower possible. Our head mechanics are certified ASE Master Automobile Technicians who have spent many days under the hood of all six generations of Corvettes. From projects as basic as installing grill screens or side spears to the installation of Z06 Corvette Body Update Kits and more, whatever the job may be, we have successfully done it numerous times.

The small stuff: While we can certainly handle the large projects, many of the Corvettes that are in and out of our installation facility are getting the “small things” installed. This includes exterior accessories like Corvette fender screens, billet aluminum grills, C6 Corvette license plate mounts and much, much more. Why spend 2-4 hours during your weekend reading instructions, trying to do it yourself and hoping you did it right? Just come to Zip; we can handle many jobs in under an hour while you wait on the couch in our showroom. You can have confidence in our installation service because we’ve done them all many times.

We build it: One aspect of our installation facility that is often overlooked is the fact that many of our Corvette parts are built in-house by experienced technicians. We build all of our own differentials for all generations of Corvettes, as well as Corvette trailing arm assemblies, steering boxes and many more parts. Our performance Corvette Differentials are currently running in SCCA Corvette race cars, as well as many satisfied customers’ cars on the street. Use Zip Corvette’s install shop with confidence! Stop by and see a sales person or contact us for an appointment. Remember that unlike other auto shops, at Zip, Corvettes are all we do.