H2 OR CORVETTE

[ARH1956]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by Petey:
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by PARAGON:
Also, it needs at least a solid rear axle to be a serious off-roader and the vette's 4wd system leaves a lot to be desired. </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

I was gonna say a solid front axle too, but hey, whatever. </div></BLOCKQUOTE>Could you say that again Petey? Maybe with a third portion of the same quote, thanks, LOL.

[twinsdad]

hello, well I own a 2003 H2, and a 2000 C5 Corvette. Two different beasts to say the least, both fun, and one can get into most garages were the other cant. The difference is when someone is tail gating me in the C5 I hit the after burners and leave them, and when someone tailgates me in the H2 I just slam on the brakes and watch them scream.

[KenP]

Remember when Hummer Man came on and did the samething over and over? Stupid topics, just like these. <BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content"> BTW, you guys know by now that Humgirl is jerking everyones' chains with these ridiculous topics, right? Can you say troll?
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[Klaus]

Why not both?

[Orbital H2]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Why not both?

Klaus </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

I agree with Klaus, however if you must make a choice, you need to decide what you plan on doing with the vehicle.
They are both good grocery getters, however the Vette gets almost 3 time the mileage which is good if you drive a lot and dont haul anything or anyone. The Vette is a much harsher ride.
The H2 has all the same refinements of the Escalade (nice ride, plenty of room, nice creature comforts) but delivered with attitude.
I think the only thing to do if you are seriously considering a trade off between these two, is do the right thing and buy a matching set.

[HUMMERcustoms.com/TAZ]

AR You are correct with Your premise. But, As I mentioned I'm far from stock and a touch better than LPE. There are just those rides that You come across once maybe twice in a life time that the engine, tranny and everything just clicks perfect. LPE would do much better with there TT but, like anyone who sells to the public even performance they are warranting their product so they attach some boat anchors to help people not break them so they do not have warranty to worry with. Plus they do not want folks to get hurt. KenP has a very nice running setup but, when He is done with His adjustments he is so going to be much happier. There are many little tricks You can perform as KenP and I are working on. Ice down the fuel line and run water/methanol inj. As I love LPE and have great respect for them in fact may be getting some special heads from them that they do not even list for sale, as a sponsor if We can work it out, if not I'll buy them as they will flow allot more air and not raise compression any. If You do allot of things write even 7000 lbs. will move and the nice thing is the whole shot. I punch it and I'm gone. Most like My cousin spin the tires accumulating plenty of smoke while I'm half way done the 1/4 before he hooks up. Do a search for KenP's track run against a Ford F-150 Lighting. Should be no way an H2 should beat that truck period. No logical way except how eveything hooks up. I tell My friends about Ken's run and they all think I'm nuts until they see it for themselves. I have it on My laptop so I can back up what i tell them about. I'm picky that way. Once everything is done and tuning is complete and heads are on I'll show more probably race it at Centerville Raceway. My tuning will be so tight that I do 100 miles of scanning and logging on the software before i edit and make changes. The tuning software will be running full time once the PC system is installed in H2 so that everytime the rig fires up the PC boots and the tuning software loads right after OS so that anytime I want to stop and load to edit i can fine tune it some more. I'll have 3 tunes saved so i can change anytime i want. Race, street perf., economy, and stock. We are also going to work very slowly on tuning for 87 octane and see what We can get to do with that even with boost. May require more cooling like engine oil cooler etc. to prevent detonation but, will be interesting to see. We are building an intake scoop to take in more fresh air and a baffle on the other side that will allow cold air to flow across and creat a vacumm effect to draw more heat out of the engine compartment. Beat heat and You win allot of the power battles.
Well as usaually I rattle to much but, thanks to all who have accepted and tolerate.

Yes I have a magical H2 that has had allot of planning and hard work put into it. It will run as good as it looks. I'll have pics and video's when all is done. It is real nice with ghost flames and completely sanded with Sikkens new clear coat, since they are My paint sponsor now, that make you look like You can put Your arm to Your elbow in paint once finished. Their clear is equal to about 5 coats of factory. Really nice product.
It is not ordinary but, has been expensive as well as fun. She has been good medicine to help me through the illness i had and became a challenge after that.
TAZ

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by ARH1956:
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by HUMMERcustoms/TAZ:
I had the choice of new toys and went H2. Hot roads not sports cars have always been My thing anyways, so i wanted something more different. People do not get out of the way of Vette's like they do H2's and My cousin who just got a new 2006 Vette without engine upgrade, after riding with Me and seeing that there is so much more to do to the H2 than the Vette wishes He had gone H2. Especailly after My highly blown H2 blew His butt of the road out on the old Scott hiway racing road from the old days. I suggested I may give Him a scare and He rolled His eyes so after We took of all He saw was My tailights and now He is really unhapppy and talking trading if I'll help Him build His H2. Of course I will, He's My favorite cousin.
TAZ </div></BLOCKQUOTE>You must have a magical H2. Even with Lingenfelter's 700 HP, 520+ @ the wheels, TT package on an H2 it's no match for a stock C6. Of course your cousin could be a completely inept driver. While I love my H2 there is no way to make it a straight line performance match for even my M3, forget about my Z06, LOL.
BTW, all C6's come with the 400 HP engine stock, no upgrade is needed to turn 12.5 - 12.7's 1/4's & sub 4 second 0-60's. </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

[Petey]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by PARAGON:
I am sorry but that is a no brainer. The vette just doesn't have the ground clearance and will probably get hung up easily on the rocks. Also, it needs at least a solid rear axle to be a serious off-roader and the vette's 4wd system leaves a lot to be desired. </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

I would've said solid front axle as well, but whatever.

[DRTYFN]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by KenP:
I would die in a 'vette. No way I'd buy one. </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

But can you imagine how great it would be to go out in this?
BTW, you guys know by now that Humgirl is jerking everyones' chains with these ridiculous topics, right? Can you say troll?

[RasterMaster]

If you got T-boned by a VW (bunch of hippies who were late to their latest protest) running a red light, which would you rather be in?

I have heard many testimonials from owners who's words were "if I was in any other vehicle, I may not have survived!" I know my wife, kids or passengers are worth it!

[Petey]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by PARAGON:
Also, it needs at least a solid rear axle to be a serious off-roader and the vette's 4wd system leaves a lot to be desired. </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

I was gonna say a solid front axle too, but hey, whatever.

[HUMMERcustoms.com/TAZ]

Klaus
I got to go to the Corvette Museum last Labor Day while they had the annual homecomng. It was a great site to see. Went through the Museum and it was unbelievable all the types and looks of Vettes. It was one of the best gatherings i have ever seen. Our hotel was packed in the parking lot and you could just go out and walk around with your jaw dragging on the ground.
TAZ



<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by Klaus:
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by Christa:
Nothing against any Vette owners out there, but whenever I think of the Vette I picture a slightly paunchy mid-life crisis in a polyester shirt unbuttoned down to show off his grotesquely hairy chest and gold chains rockin out to Air Supply! </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

Thanks alot! </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

[H2Finally]

Taz, that was good readin mahn! Could almost hear the ROAR and smell the fumes... Thanks!

[HummerNewbie]

I would definitely go with the H2. Used to drive sports cars, including a Vette for a short time. Since going to a SUVs a while back, I have absolutely no desire to go back to a car let alone a sports car. The H2 will be far more useful for everday life. Now, that's just me.

[Goalkeeper]

These 2 vehicles can't be compared. If you want what the H2 offers, buy the H2. If you need the thrill, speed, etc., from the Vette, then go that route.

OR

Buy the H2 and get the vette as well. If not, there really are numerous vehicles that are nicer (and some cheaper) than the Vette which can provide the same feelings.

Take the same $$ you'd spend on a Vette and buy/lease something nicer - Lotus Esprit / NSX / Gallardo - Something that's as unique as the H2.

Personally, I own a Ducati motorcycle which provides the speed, conrnering, and feel of a decent sports car, plus some!! Not to mention, it's as unique, or even more so, than the H2.

Just my .02....

-Matt

[DRTYFN]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by Humgirl:
What would you buy if you had a choice between the H2 or a Corvette, what would you buy and why? </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

I'd buy some troll repellent and douse you with it.

[ARH1956]

HUMMERcustoms/TAZ:
Just to be clear you're saying your H2 will go 0-60 in 4 seconds or less & turns 1/4's quicker than 12.5. What exactly are your 1/4 times & speeds? This seems unbelievably quick for a 3-Ton+ brick.

Like you I've been a Drag Racer since the late 60's. I now have a '70 Super Bee 440/6 Pack that I bracket race for fun with & my heavily modded '03 Z06 that's in the 10's.

[Christa]

Humgirl,

I would definately buy the H2!! Nothing against any Vette owners out there, but whenever I think of the Vette I picture a slightly paunchy mid-life crisis in a polyester shirt unbuttoned down to show off his grotesquely hairy chest and gold chains rockin out to Air Supply!

We have a Caddy CTS-V and I love it. When I feel the need to drive a crotch rocket I'll get in that, but since I've gotten my H2 I think I've only driven the V 4 or 5 times and thats just because My husband grabbed the H2 keys before I could!!

[Klaus]

TAZ,

Yep, I've done a couple of Labor Days at the Museum. As a matter of fact, I'm a "Founding Member" of the museum.

Now that I once again own a Vette, we plan to cruise up to the museum this labor day. I've been working on the Vette to get it ready (tires, brakes, etc.)

More later...

[HummerNewbie]

Taz,

Great memories. That does suck about letting that perfect ride go but at least you had it at one time and sounds like your H2 isn't far off. So Olathe was the place to race at the point? My uncle, R J Smith, was racing at that time. Don't know for sure what class he started in but over the years worked his way up. Ended up #9 in the world for Top Alcohol Dragster in one of his final years racing, early to mid '90s if I recall correctly. It was always a hobby and not a carrier for him but he sure sunk a ton of money into it and loved every minute of it. Really became a family thing, his wife was the team manager and his boys eventually became part of the crew as they got older. As I recall he did have Hoosier sponsoring him with tires and Castrol sponsoring him with oil. Never raced myself, but it sure was a great time going to KCIR or the new track in Topeka and being right there in the middle of it all. Where did you go to school in KC?

[Klaus]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by Christa:
Nothing against any Vette owners out there, but whenever I think of the Vette I picture a slightly paunchy mid-life crisis in a polyester shirt unbuttoned down to show off his grotesquely hairy chest and gold chains rockin out to Air Supply! </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

Thanks alot!