I've been hearing that alot of the LS7's have been breaking pistons. I Hope they figure out whats going wrong.

Sorce: Corvette Masters, Orlando FL

 

It is probably some Ford GT owners posting that. I havent heard anything

 

What's the definition of "a lot" ? Any actual numbers?

 

ok I sure as hell dont have a dam Ford.... and no i dont have any numbers.... it was just some shop talk, from a very reputable guy. their shop is fantastic if any central Fl people are looking to have some work done.

 

Well there can't be that many Z06's out on the streets yet, so its important to know what they/you mean by "a lot". 2 cars? 3 cars?

 

I'll be back at the shop next week and ill ask.

 

Heh.. If you are going ot make a statement like that, you gotta back it up with data...

 

Its funny how two or three cases becomes grossly exaggerated to 2 to 3 thousand.

 

This could just be an isolated case even if its true. No point in jumping to conclusion without solid numbers.

 

I frequent the digital corvette forums and haven't seen or heard anything about any engine problems with the new Z06's. In fact I haven't heard about any problems period

 

I wouldn't have a clue... but aren't the pistons similar in design/manufacture to the C5R racers?

 

well...that one guy blew his motor because he was spraying with platinum plugs...

 

Spraying a new $70k++ car while under warranty.....no wonder GM can be so hard on claims....

 

Agreed - regardless the brand of car.

 

Sprayin with platnium plugs , and those lightweight cast aluminum pistons The pistons are about the only weak link in the LS7 , when nitrous comes into the picture . I bet you do see more than few scenarios like this with the new Z06 and nitrous . Given its bulletproof assembly I could easily see a few less knowledgeable or plain stupid people overlooking the cast pistons . No fault of GM whatsoever .