Twin Turbo C8 Corvette Breaks Horsepower World Record

If you have been following our C8 Corvette Blog you know we have covered TJ Hunt’s C8 Corvette build, StreetSpeed717’s Twin Turbo C8 Corvette by Late Model Racecraft, FuelTech’s Twin Turbo C8 Corvette, Extreme Turbo Systems 1021 HP C8 Corvette at 20PSI and now finally Emelia Hartford’s Twin Turbo C8 Corvette which beat Extreme Turbo System’s Twin Turbo C8 by 1 horsepower! LOL

If you check out this thread of Emelia Hartford’s C8 Corvette you can see the progression of her C8 Corvette from stock, to Twin Turbo, to blown engine all the way to Peitz Performance, Sheepey Race, and Whistln Diesel meeting up and her C8 Corvette hitting over 1000HP

C8 Corvette Was Flipped in Less than 24 hours! (John Megel Chevrolet)

Check out this video by YouTuber WFO Steve where he shows how he flips a 2021 C8 Corvette he ordered in November from John Megel Chevrolet in Dawsonville, Georgia.

Per WFO Steve:

I ordered this 2021 C8 Corvette in November and she showed up in Jan. I built this the way i wanted with the 2LT package and the Z51 Package. The colors is Ceramic Matrix Gray Metallic witch looks really awesome to me.

I also did the black and Adrenaline Red. The new interior in these C8 corvette is so awesome I believe this is the best car Chevrolet has ever produced. 6.2L V8 DI engine 490 hp @ 6450 rpm 465 lb-ft @ 5150 rpm 495 hp and 470 lb-ft of torque with the available Performance exhaust or Z51 Performance Package 0-601 mph in under 3 seconds with the available Z51 Performance Package

ACS Composite Wickers for the C8 Corvette Z51 Spoiler

Check out this video by ACS Composite where they install Wickers to C8 Corvette Z51 Performance Spoiler.

This is to give you a more aggressive look similar to the C7 Corvette Stage 2 system where they extend a wicker bill panel on the ends of the spoiler.

Per ACS Composite’s Wicker Spoiler Add On Video:

WHERE TO BUY https://acscomposite.com/products/c8-…

Upgrade the rear end of your mid-engine Corvette Stingray with the Corvette C8 Z51 Spoiler Wicker Conversion System. Improve the rear-end aerodynamics while adding a distinctive look to the Z51 rear spoiler. The wickers do not impede your rear view vision.

Chevrolet noted that the Z51 Spoiler and C8 High Wing carry the same downforce properties, but by adding the ACS C8 Z51 Wickers you will unlock additional downforce greater than those cars equipped with the High Wing! The ACS C8 Z51 Wickers come pre-painted in the Carbon Flash Black finish.

Carbon Flash Black is the black metallic paint you see on your accent / trim pieces such as the diffuser, door feature, grill and more.

CHAPTERS 00:00

00:35 Intro

01:45 Installation

02:00  Masking

2:40 Pre-fit

3:35 Drill pilot holes

4:40 Drill completely

5:20 Insert rivets to hold wicker in place

5:40 Peel tape and apply pressure to wicker

7:00  Rivet

8:10 Outro

Here’s another install of the ACS Composite Wickers for the C8 Corvette.

Take your C8 Corvette Z51 spoiler to the NEXT level with ACS Composite WIckers!

Update May 2021: ACS Composite C8 Corvette Speedtail Spoiler | PN 50-4-047 | Installation Video

CHAPTERS

00:00 Introduction

1:10 Design inspiration

2:10 Preparing the C8 for install

2:30 Removing bottom fasteners

3:20 Removing rear wheel trim bezel

3:50 Removing T15 liner screws

4:20 Identifying the double 7mm & 10mm nuts

5:10 Removing spoiler top leading edge fasteners

5:30 Removing the C8 rear fascia

6:10 Declipping the fascia

7:00 Removing the rear tail lights

8:00 Removing Z51 spoiler nuts

9:00 ACS Speedtail install begins

11:30 Re-assembly begins

17:50 Product beauty shots

Complete Street Performance Twin Turbo C8 Running a 10.4 Quarter Mile

Check out this video by YouTuber Drag Racing and Car Stuff as he shows Andrew’s C8 Corvette running a 10.4 Quarter Mile with factory cats, no tune, and their prototype Twin Turbo and drag tires.

We posted a Complete Street Performance video when they were one of the first C8 Corvettes to run high 10s, now they are getting low 10s with this base model C8 Corvette Stingray Z51. Can you imagine what it will run once the ECU is unlocked or when the C8 Corvette Z06 comes out and is over 650 HP stock!

CSP C8 Corvette W/ Twin Turbo Prototype Kit vs CTS-Vs and Camaro at Cadillac Attack

Per his video:
Saw this C8 Corvette make a mid 10 second pass and went over to ask about it, and Andrew of Complete Street Performance took some time to tell me about the kit, and also about the AC Powered Intercooler, called an Interchiller, which is super cool, literally!

Also, here is Complete Street Performance YouTube Video from the Cadillac Attack 2021 event as well.

My C8 Corvette Damage At Cadillac Attack

Red Mist C8 Corvette Hard Top Convertible

I know this video clip is only 6 seconds but its the best color combo we have seen so far with the new Red Mist Color on the C8 Corvette Convertible with the Black tap and black wheels.

If there are any other Red Mist YouTube videos we find that display the Red Mist Color on the C8 Corvette as well as this does we will add it to this post.

What you do you think? Leave a comment below.

How to Install Paragon Performance C8 Corvette Exhaust and Sport Cats

If you are thinking about a high quality lightweight cat back exhaust and sport cats for your C8 Corvette you have to check out Paragon Performance.

They are emerging as the leader in C8 Corvette aftermarket parts and custom built their own high quality sport cats and C8 Corvette cat back exhaust that gains 14 more horsepower and reduces about 45 pounds from the OEM exhaust.

Here are How to Install C8 Corvette Exhaust and Sport Cats videos if you decide to purchase their systems.

We will have a promo code shortly so bookmark and check out our blog often.

Paragon Performance C8 Corvette Exhaust Install!

Learn how to Install your brand new Paragon Performance C8 Corvette Exhaust!

Step by step instructions walk you through on how to install our exhaust system.

 Increase Peak WHP by 14HP Increase Peak WTQ by 16TQ Weighs in at 32 lbs vs the OEM of 77 lbs. 45lbs savings!

V-Band fitment for easy install AFM Valve bypass included – NO CEL Direct bolt on Made in the USA Lifetime Warranty*

0:21 Tools Needed

0:30 How to remove your C8 Corvette Bumper

2:25 How to take apart your C8 Corvette Trunk

3:15 How to remove your C8 Corvette Exhaust

4:55 How to remove your AFM & NPP Valves

5:17 Installing your AFM Delete Plates

9:04 Install your new Paragon C8 Corvette Exhaust

11:53 Assemble your trunk

12:22 Installing your C8 Corvette Bumper

13:52 Installing your Exhaust Tips

Paragon Performance C8 Corvette Sport Cats Install!


Learn how to Install your brand new Paragon Performance C8 Corvette Sport Cats!

Step by step instructions walk you through on how to install our Catalytic Convertors.

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Increase Peak WHP 6 Increase Peak WTQ 6 Decrease Weight by 12 lbs

Fits stock or aftermarket headers and exhausts 304 Stainless Steel Includes all new gaskets Includes all new hardware 100% Guaranteed N

o Check Engine Light No tune required Made in the USA Lifetime Warranty

0:20 Tools Needed

0:46 Remove your brace mounts

1:40 Remove your heat shields on your headers

2:14 Removing your C8 Corvette Air Box

4:38 C8 Corvette DCT Fluid Fill

4:44 How to Remove your C8 Corvette Cats ( Catalytic Convertor)

5:55 Installing your Paragon Sport Cats Hardware

6:38 Installing your Paragon Sport Cats

9:25 Installing your heat shields on headers

10:07 Installing your brace mounts

11:02 Sound Clips 

C8 CORVETTE vs MCLAREN 720S (VIDEO REVIEW)

Check out this C8 Corvette vs. McLaren 720S video review by the two owners including Rear Wheel Drive on YouTube.

You can definitely see the power and weight difference after launch where the C8 Corvette has many cars the Twin Turbos and 700+ HP kick in and runs it down.

The McLaren owner mentions the 720S since its a McLaren is the only car where he worries about reliability. However he mentions the traction control is the best he has ever had.

Find out more about the C8 Corvette and Mclaren 720S in this video.

C8 Corvette vs. Porsche GT3RS VIDEO Review from Owners

Check out this full on review from RearWheelDrive on YouTube and Frankie Sea.Porsche on Instagram as they review each other’s cars.

RearWheelDrive has a 2020 C8 Corvette Z51 and Sea.Porsche has the GT3RS but you already knew that based on his Instagram I just shared.

The cool part is both of these guys own each car and drive them daily and you get a real review from two car guys driving the other’s car for the first time.

Paragon Performance New Products Including their New Exhaust!

Paragon Performance is becoming the leading aftermarket C8 Corvette part company. They care about quality and it shows.

If you watch this video you will see how they built their custom cat back exhaust and sport cats vs. the competition from extremely high quality weld work to the thoughtfulness of the custom cat back exhaust they built.

They engineer many C8 Corvette parts as well as partnering and reselling other C8 corvette parts that are well tested, popular, and can help improve your C8 Corvette’s performance or styling.

(We will have a promo code for this exhaust soon.. so bookmark this post and check back in a few weeks)

Per their video:

Here are all the NEW products we got for your C8 Corvette this month! Jeremy has lots of information on all of our products for January 2021! Paragon Performance C8 Corvette Exhaust – 0:10 https://www.paragonperf.com/paragon-p…

Paragon Performance C8 Corvette Sport Cats 03:07 https://www.paragonperf.com/paragon-p…

C8 Z51 Corvette Lowering Springs by Hyperco 05:03 https://www.paragonperf.com/paragon-p…

Paragon Performance C8 Grill Guards/Radiator Guards 07:14 https://www.paragonperf.com/paragon-p…

C8 Corvette Carbon Front Lip Spoiler 08:51 https://www.paragonperf.com/paragon-p…

C8 Corvette Carbon Rocker Panel Extensions 08:51 https://www.paragonperf.com/Paragon-P…

BBS CI-R 19X9,20X11.5 C8 Corvette Wheels 10:28 https://www.paragonperf.com/search.as…

BC Forged Wheels 12:17 https://www.paragonperf.com/search.as…

PARAGON PUCK – JACK PAD FOR C8 CORVETTE 14:09 https://www.paragonperf.com/Paragon-P… 

Questions? Reach out to us, we are happy to assist you! sales@paragonperf.com (515) 414-8993

C8 Corvette Overheating Issue?

Check out this video by Rear Wheel Drive on YouTube when he went cruising with some of his car friends to go get some photos and content and his C8 Corvette was overheating.

While his C8 Corvette was idling in 50 degree weather mind you his engine was overheating and going up past 200 degree mark. He thinks it might be a faulty thermostat. Has anyone else had this issue? This is the first time we are seeing the C8 Corvette have a overheating issue that was common with the C7 Corvette when tracked.