We had a total of 78 Corvettes show up, 60 registered for the judging, and 38 awards were presented along with lunch for two, event t-shirts and goodie bags.  All registered Corvettes also received a nice attendance prize, and were able to participate in the silent auction.  We fed over 200 people at lunch, and had a perfect early fall day!  I have enclosed a couple of pictures—one shows our “command center”, and the others are random crowd shots, and finally, Ryan Hulett presenting the “Best of Show” award.  Everyone who attended had a great time, and are already making plans for next year’s event.  We had Corvette out-of-town participants from St. Louis, Kansas City, Hannibal, Jefferson City, Stover, Sedalia, Waynesville, Warsaw and Columbia in Missouri; Quincy, Illinois, several cities in Kansas; Mena, Arkansas, and one young man who came all the way from Jackson, Tennessee!

The out-of-towners out-numbered local participants by almost a 2 to 1 margin, and for some, it was their first visit to the Lake of the Ozarks.  The local businesses and merchants were very supportive, and special thanks to Beach Burgers who hosted our Friday Night “pre-meeting”, and to local DJ, Rob Mitchell (and his daughter), who donated their time to play great music.  Nationally known Corvette parts businesses and suppliers also helped make the show a success.  The “Stockings for Soldiers” program is our charity, and our donations will help stuff Christmas Stockings for our service men and women serving in Afghanistan.

This annual event is a joint effort between the Linn Creek Corvette Association (LCCA) and Ron Hulett Chevrolet/Buick/GMC.

Thanks again,

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TORRANCE, CA – Edelbrock is proud to announce the release of their new E-Force Supercharger kits for the C6 Corvette. The all new design pushes the stock LS3 engine up to an amazing 554 flywheel HP and 515 ft/lbs of torque (with stock fuel pump) or 599 flywheel HP and 547 ft/lbs of torque (with included high volume fuel pump). This Corvette supercharger incorporates the Eaton Twin Vortices Series (TVS) Gen VI rotor assembly, the same internals used on the new ZR-1 Corvette, as well as an air to water twin intercooler system and dual core heat exchanger. Torque has been optimized through the use of 12″ long runners, while low speed fuel economy is retained through the use of an internal bypass valve to reduce parasitic loss. All of this technology fits under the Corvette stock hood without modification to the hood, hood liner or cowl.

These kits include all of the upgraded components needed to support the increased power output of the engine, including 52 lb/hr injectors, a high flow air intake system and a handheld programming module to update the ECU. They are designed to work with all OEM emissions equipment and a pending EO makes them 50 state street legal. The 554 HP kit and 599 HP kit are complete systems that include matching coil covers for a great under hood look, and are available with a 5 year, 100,000 mile warranty for worry-free operation.

Edelbrock also offers an E-Force supercharger competition kit , which eliminates the injectors, programmer, and engine covers to provide only the core components needed to build up a competition level vehicle. The supercharger drive pulley is also deleted to allow the end user to select from four pulleys ranging in size from 2.75″ to 3.50″ in diameter, depending on the boost level desired.

Features Include:

• No cutting or modification to stock body or hood (fits under stock hood, inner liner & cowl)
• 2300 cc/rev Twin Vortices (TVS) Rotor Group
• Integrated bypass valve for little to no decrease in fuel economy
• Self contained oil system with 100,000 mile service interval (no drilling, no plumbing)
• Two, 50 state emissions legal options (EO pending); 554 flywheel HP and 599 flywheel HP
• Available 5-year, 100,000 mile warranty

I never knew about picking up your Vette at the National Corvette Museum, NCM until I attended the Annual Corvette Show at the Paramus Auto Mall where I met someone who had heard that I was getting a ZR1 later that year. He asked me if I was going to Bowling Green, Kentucky to pick it up and then he explained to me what it was about. Then and there, I decided to go.

My anticipation grew and grew as I booked my flight and made my travel arrangements for November 7, 2008. When I finally got there and found myself on Spire and Corvette Blvd., I knew I was in for a treat. At the NCM, the people couldn’t have been nicer; Lori Bleschke, Gary Cockriel, and their staff made sure to make the experience special. While it was great to talk to them and I felt right at home, inside, all I wanted to do was see my new Vette.

When I walked into the area with the line of Corvettes, I passed each one quicker and quicker, getting more and more excited with each car. And then finally I saw a sign with my name on it, presenting me with my new Vette, #299 off the assembly line, the only Atomic Orange ZR1 to date. I walked around the car, and everyone was congratulating me. It was a once in a lifetime feeling.

The next day I got a real treat: a tour through the Corvette Assembly plant, which is really something to see. This is the fourth Vette I’ve owned in my life, and to own a Vette is special. But to go to the NCM and pick one up and to see them all come together in front of your eyes makes it even more special.
I have only changed the radio knobs, floor and cargo rugs, and installed a laser cut exhaust cover on the mufflers. Because of the weather, I haven’t had a chance to drive it much, so as it warms up, I look forward to driving it more. I will be attending the fala for the opening of the addition to the NCM in April. It should be a great day for the Corvette and Corvette owners.

I also own a 2006 Monterey Red C6 convertible. Changes I have made to the C6 include:

1. New rims from WCC #944 Forged Wheels
2. New Floor Mats
3. Billet Radio Knobs
4. Billet Side Markers
5. Custom Made Rear Light Features
6. Muffler Chrome Plate
7. License Plate WCC
8. WCC Custom Package #1 and #3
9. Hurst Shifter
10. Protective Radiator Screen
11. Cross-drilled Rotors
12. Brake Rotor Hub Covers
13. SS Brake Pad Covers
14. Painted Fuel Rail Covers
15. Painted Inner Fender Covers
16. Painted Alternator Cover
17. Hood Liner w/ Logo
18. Trunk Liner w/ Logo
19. GM Radiator Grille Screens
20. Chrome Door Handle Overlays
21. Auto Pedal w/ Lock
22. Polished Aluminium Overlays
23. Console Cover
24. GM Windbreak
25. Door Sill Plates
26. Door Kicker Protection

West Coast Corvette will be attending the show in Sevierville,TN 3/27-3/28 for the first time. We will have a variety of parts for your 1997-2009 C5 and C6. We will have a few sets of wheels and alot of Billet products. Stop by and see us on the inside Vendor area.