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There wasn't room for a big master cylinder, so completing the braking system is a Hydratech 'hydraulic brake assist unit'. This system uses pressure from the power steering system, not engine vacuum, to provide brake pedal assist. This is really cool stuff.
The original engine produced in the neighbourhood of 300 crank horsepower (375 for the fuel injected version). The new heart for this car is an LS3 Corvette engine that is 364 cubic inches or 6.2 litres with an SAE Certified HP rating of 430 @ 5900 RPM. It's assembled at GM's plant in St. Catharines, Ontario. Canada. Information on the LS3 obtained by Dasliva Motorsports and GM Authority. With the addition of a DSM cam and some other goodies, it's just over 400 WHP now.
Looking up past the American Racing Header, you can see that there is just enough clearance. The C2 comes with electronically activated cutouts that allow this naturally aspirated LS3 produce just over 400 wheel horsepower.The engine received a few upgrades before being bolted into place. Starting with a DSM (Dasilva Motorsports) Stage 2 cam, Brian Tooley double springs that are good for .660 lift, chromoly push rods, C5R timing chain, and a high volume oil pump. Just in front of the Dewitts radiator and twin Spal fans is a factory Z06 external oil cooler. The Dewitts radiator has a built-in transmission cooler. Vibrant silicone connectors and powder coated piping make up the intake.
Attention to detail is what makes this engine bay sparkle. The Dewitt's aluminum radiator, made in Michigan, is coupled with Spal fans to ensure cooling is well looked after. Vibrant silicone connectors and clamps hold the powdercoated intake pieces together.
KWiK Performance brackets allow for an easy upgrade of the engine components and the addition of the Vintage Air AC unit.
