Body in White Camaro
I originally thought that under the cover in the GM Performance Parts booth sat a body in white Camaro. After further inspection, the body in white appeared as a RC car body, but rest assured, there are full size versions coming.
The body in white program is simple; the program is designed specifically for folks that plan to build an all out racecar. All you get is complete metal, including floor pans and all frame components. Though the model shows a front bumper, it will not be included since it is a plastic piece. GMPP will offer a complete parts list of all the factory parts you may want to use on your body in white. The bodies will be priced at $7,000 and they will produce as many as people want, because lets face it, a bare chassis that is sprayed is much easier to make!
The LS9 Becomes a Crate Engine
The highest horsepower engine GM has ever produced will now be offered in a crate engine with a very limited amount of engines produced. The twin-screw TVS Eaton blower feeds the LS based engine 6-8 pounds of boost to produce a staggering 638 horsepower and 604 ft/lbs. This is a conservative amount of boost for this engine and there is no doubt we will see people doubling it in an effort to produce over 700 horsepower out of a factory built engine. GMPP will release the engine without a harness or controller currently, but look mid year for that package. Additionally, you will need to fend for your self on accessories like alternator, power steering, AC, etc.
Since this engine is expensive and is so prestigious, there is no doubt that some of the top engine builders will use the LS9 for all their top projects. There will even be a part number release for the clear cover that is in the ZR1 hood so that car builders can fabricate them into their own hot rods.
More can be found at
http://www.gmperformanceparts.com
