Generation: C5
Year: 2001
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Race Numbers: 35
Ownership: David Farmer / Metric Chemicals
Sponsors: Metric Chemicals
Drivers: David Farmer
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Original Color: yellow
Tires/Wheels: Series Spec Wheel/tire sizes: Front: 11x18” with 275x35x18” Toyo Rear: 12x18” with 335x30x18” Toyo
Engine: The original 2001 Z06 V8 displaced 5780 cc(5.7 litre) and generated 405 HP. The engine, as modified for World Challenge (12:0:1 compression) would yield an estimated 505 bhp, 448 lb/ft f torque at 7800 RPM. After a season of running behind the pack in 2001, David Farmer replaced the original engine with a Katech blueprinted short block and Lingenfleter ported heads, in 2002. Other modifications permitted by SCCA included: 1.0mm overbore, alternate approved camshaft, crankshaft, and heads, if acquired through GM Motorsports. Later in the series the cars were also allowed to use new 6.0 litre motor.
Driveline: GM close ratio 6-speed Differential: limited slip Wheelbase: 104.5” Base weight: 3000 lb; 50/50 distribution NOTE: the new Tremek 6-speed transmission was approved for use in SCCA IMSA Motorola Cup but it is not clear how many teams took up the opportunity
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Modifications: Alternate suspension pieces permitted providing they are dimensionally correct for OE pick-up points. Alternate approved bodywork permitted.
Notes/Race History: Raced for three years, 2001, 2002 and 2003. One upset win at Mosport in 2002, defeating P.D. Cunningham in a supercharged Acura NSX, which was running the supercharger under special provisions for one year only.
Registry ID Number: 347

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