C8 Corvette Twin-Turbo Kit By Boost District Makes 1,100HP
C8 Corvette Twin-Turbo Kit By Boost District Makes 1,100HP
Boost District has once again rewritten the rulebook for the mid-engine Corvette. In a recent feature video, the Texas-based shop unveiled its newest innovation: a top-mount C8 Corvette twin-turbo kit engineered for both street and track dominance. The system goes beyond adding power by transforming how boost is delivered to Chevrolet’s LT2 platform, blending precision fitment, race-quality parts, and long-term reliability.
Top-Mount EngineeringUnlike most underbody turbo kits, which hides everything beneath the car, Boost District’s setup places the turbos prominently on top of the engine bay for easier access, shorter charge paths, and an unmistakable visual appeal. The top-mount configuration also keeps heat away from the transmission and underbody panels while allowing better serviceability, an important factor for serious racers and weekend tuners alike.
From the beginning, Boost District designed the kit with simplicity and strength in mind. It uses precision V-band clamps instead of traditional silicone couplers, minimizing failure points under high boost and high heat. The only coupler in the system connects at the throttle body, while everything else, hot side, cold side, and intercooler piping, locks together with heavy-duty clamps. This eliminates the slipping and swelling problems that plague cheaper turbo systems.
Cooling is handled by a 1,500-horsepower-rated air-to-water intercooler paired with a modular reservoir that fits where the factory airbox once sat. For different uses, whether drag, road course, or street, Boost District offers multiple tank sizes and heat exchanger options to maintain consistent intake temperatures.
Built For Power And PrecisionBoost District partnered with Turbosmart to integrate electronic wastegates directly into the turbo housings, allowing faster response and reduced lag. Each kit can be customized to retain the factory catalytic converters, connect to aftermarket high-flows, or go full open-exhaust for track use. For those chasing ultimate style and performance, a race-only “roof vent” exhaust option exits through the rear hatch, evoking McLaren supercar vibes.
The kit is available for both coupe and convertible models with zero loss of trunk space. Boost District’s in-house fabrication team also developed two header designs, equal-length and log-style, to fine-tune performance, sound, and fitment. Both versions are built from high-quality materials and tested under extreme conditions to ensure longevity.
When it came time for dyno testing, the results exceeded expectations. On just 14 pounds of boost, the car produced 1,114 rear-wheel horsepower and 1,124 lb-ft of torque. Taking it to the strip confirmed the setup’s potential with a 9.8-second quarter-mile pass, proving that this system is as functional as it is striking.
Tailored To Every BuildThe top-mount C8 Corvette twin-turbo kit is available as a do-it-yourself package or as a full installation at Boost District’s facility. Each system can be configured for mild street use or all-out racing, with turbo sizing, intercooler capacity, and exhaust routing tailored to the owner’s goals.
What began as a rough napkin sketch has turned into one of the most refined forced-induction systems for the C8 Corvette. With its stunning top-mount layout, thoughtful engineering, and record-setting performance, Boost District continues to push America’s sports car into true supercar territory.
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Get ready to see a splash of pink leading the NASCAR field this weekend in Martinsville. Chevrolet is continuing its powerful tradition of supporting breast cancer awareness by bringing back its vibrant pink Corvette Stingray. The car already paced the field at Talladega this past weekend and will do so again at Martinsville, marking Chevrolet’s 15th year backing the American Cancer Society’s “Making Strides Against Breast Cancer” initiative.
15 Years Of SupportChevrolet’s commitment to fighting breast cancer runs deep. This 15-year partnership with the American Cancer Society (ACS) highlights the brand’s dedication to raising funds and awareness. Todd Christensen, Director of Motorsports Marketing & Activation for Chevrolet, said, “Chevrolet stands with the American Cancer Society’s efforts to end breast cancer. When the pink Chevrolet Corvette Stingray pace car leads the NASCAR Cup Series field… we hope fans will join us in raising funds for ACS by participating in ‘Making Strides Against Breast Cancer’ events across the U.S. this October.”
Laps For Charity With The Pink Corvette StingrayThe striking pace car does more than just lead the field; it actively raises money. For every caution lap the Pink Corvette Stingray completes during the Talladega and upcoming Martinsville Cup Series races, Chevrolet donates $500 (up to $25,000). New this year, Chevy is adding even more support, pledging an extra $1,500 (up to $25,000) for each Team Chevy driver who scores a top-10 finish in those two races, significantly boosting the potential contribution.
Looking Back And AheadThe impact of this campaign is already proven. In 2024, the pink pace car (then a Camaro SS) completed 54 caution laps between the two races, raising $18,900 for the ACS. That very Camaro pace car was recently auctioned off at Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale on October 17, with 100 percent of the hammer price benefiting the charity. After its 28-lap debut at Talladega this past Sunday, the Corvette pace car will return for the crucial Martinsville race, continuing its fundraising mission.
More Than Just A Pace CarWhile the Pink Corvette Stingray looks incredible leading the pack, its true purpose resonates far beyond the race track. It serves as a high-speed symbol of hope and a rolling reminder of the ongoing fight against breast cancer. Chevrolet’s continued dedication ensures that every lap turns contributes to vital research and support, driving towards a future free from the disease.
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C7 ZR1 Corvette Sets Scorching New BBORR Speed Record
Everything is bigger in Texas, and racing is no exception. Twice a year in southwest Texas, the Big Bend Open Road Race is held on a 59-mile stretch of highway U.S. 285 from Fort Stockton to Sanderson and back for a total of 118 miles. There are several different speed classes that run, but this past weekend in the unlimited class, a new BBORR speed record was set by John Anhalt in the Tint World 2019 ZR1 Corvette with the battle scars to prove it.
The Big Bend Open Road RaceThe BBORR event began in 1998 and is held twice a year, once in the spring and again in the fall. The 59-mile stretch of highway just outside of the Big Bend National Park is closed down for the weekend-long racing events. There are average speed classes from just 85 mph to 160 mph and beyond to the unlimited class. John Anhalt set the new average speed record in the unlimited class in his 2019 ZR1 Corvette with an average speed across the 118-mile run of 173.004 mph, beating the previous record of 172.249 mph set in 2013 by Tom Whalen in his 2002 Z06 Corvette.
During this run, John also hit a top speed of 213 miles per hour, but the ZR1 earned a new battle scar on its backside from the record run. The extreme heat coming from the supercharged LT5’s exhaust roasted the rear fascia. The run lasted almost 41 minutes total, with the ZR1 exhaling fire out of the four exhaust tips. But the event isn’t just for GM-powered cars; everything from stock everyday cars and trucks to high-performance pro-touring classics and exotics.
Toasty, But Worth ItCarly Blackburn Bates of RaceCarly posted a Reel to the Big Bend Open Road Race Facebook page showing off the 2019 ZR1’s new post BBORR speed record look, which she coined as “Toasted Marshmallow”, and it’s hard to disagree with that. But John giving his white Z7 ZR1 the toasted marshmallow look after setting a new speed record isn’t a bad thing; it’s a badge of honor.
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