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Asphalt · 06-12-2013, 07:48 AM

Hey guys/gals,

Recently purchased a 2012 V6 3.6L Camaro and first thing I'm interested in modifying is my exhaust. I've done a fair amount of research and have nearly finalized my decision on the Flowmaster Scavenger Elite Shortys and the Flowmaster AMT cat-back exhaust. Just curious on others opinion. I want to stick with manufacturer match on headers/exhaust. Feel free to comment/suggest.

Cheveey57 · 06-12-2013, 07:53 AM

In my opinion you can't go wrong with FlowMaster.
On a side note I hate center mounted tailpipes It's one thing I hate about the new Vette

Asphalt · 06-12-2013, 08:20 AM

That's pretty much what I was thinking. I've dealt with Flowmaster all of my life and have NEVER been let down. I've seen plenty of videos of people with the AMT system and I like the sound. However, what I don't understand is the vast majority do axle-back and no headers. Which IMO is pointless and denying not only yourself but more importantly your cars breathing ability. If its to be done, it should be done all the way.

Blu Ray · 06-12-2013, 08:25 AM

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Originally Posted by Asphalt

That's pretty much what I was thinking. I've dealt with Flowmaster all of my life and have NEVER been let down. I've seen plenty of videos of people with the AMT system and I like the sound. However, what I don't understand is the vast majority do axle-back and no headers. Which IMO is pointless and denying not only yourself but more importantly your cars breathing ability. If its to be done, it should be done all the way.

Nope........"NO Headers" for the LFX

Asphalt · 06-12-2013, 08:34 AM

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Originally Posted by Izach26

Nope........"NO Headers" for the LFX

Reasons why you would say no headers?

nyrfan · 06-12-2013, 08:39 AM

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Originally Posted by Asphalt

Reasons why you would say no headers?

He is correct, you cannot do it becasue of the 1 piece exhaust manifold. Headers are not available for your engine (LFX).

GretchenGotGrowl · 06-12-2013, 08:43 AM

The exhaust manifold is integrated into the heads on the LFX motor.

Asphalt · 06-12-2013, 08:51 AM

So the people at Flowmaster are incorrect in saying the scavenger elite can be installed on the 2012?

nyrfan · 06-12-2013, 08:53 AM

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Originally Posted by Asphalt

So the people at Flowmaster are incorrect in saying the scavenger elite can be installed on the 2012?

100%

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Chevy Camaro 2010-2011, Scavenger Series Elite Shorty Headers by Flowmaster®. Replace your restrictive factory exhaust manifolds with these stainless steel headers and let your engine breath! These headers will increase exhaust flow for increased horsepower and torque. They’re ceramic coated for a long lasting premium appearance and come with everything required for installation.

Asphalt · 06-12-2013, 08:56 AM

This is disturbing news. I think I just lost a little faith. -.-
Not to mention I found an ABSOLUTE STEAL due to a incorrect pricing online for 432.99 :(

Blu Ray · 06-12-2013, 08:57 AM

The LFX, short of a Supercharger or Turbo.....a Tune (Trifecta), Intake (CAI or Volant) and Exhaust is where its at...

I did the MRT 2.0 Axel back

GretchenGotGrowl · 06-12-2013, 09:06 AM

Take a look around in this section.

http://www.camaro5.com/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=148

There's some good information to get you started.

Blu Ray · 06-12-2013, 09:09 AM

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Originally Posted by Asphalt

This is disturbing news. I think I just lost a little faith. -.-
Not to mention I found an ABSOLUTE STEAL due to a incorrect pricing online for 432.99 :(

I would still grab them and Re sell, someone here would grab it up in a heartbeat

nyrfan · 06-12-2013, 09:15 AM

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Originally Posted by Izach26

I would still grab them and Re sell, someone here would grab it up in a heartbeat

Honestly OP I would not bother with that. A quick seach indicates these can be found in the mid to high $500 range. After PP fees, shipping and the hassle of selling you'll make $50-75 at best.

Blu Ray · 06-12-2013, 09:19 AM

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Originally Posted by nyrfan

Honestly OP I would not bother with that. A quick seach indicates these can be found in the mid to high $500 range. After PP fees, shipping and the hassle of selling you'll make $50-75 at best.

Wasn't aware they were that cheap, never researched... I would not waist my time with that either

Asphalt · 06-12-2013, 09:37 AM

I DID however find the cat-back AMT Flowmasters for 636.99 through special orders and jegs/Summit has the exact system for 900+.

BlackinBlack · 06-12-2013, 10:07 AM

I belong to a Camaro Club were people have a variety of V6 exhausts. My favorite is the MRT 2.0. It would be on the top of my short list if I had a V6.

I have not heard a NPP system on a V6 but I personally love it on my V8. Quiet when cruising but loud when I want. Perfect for a daily driver. Someone on this forum has a retrofit for 2012 and earlier cars.

Those would be my two choices.

White Shark · 06-12-2013, 12:06 PM

Haven't put on headers yet, but put on American Thunder Flowmasters. Check out Auto Anything.com

skibik · 06-12-2013, 06:17 PM

This is only my opinion but if you are going for performance gain in the exhaust I don't think the cat-back will improve much except for improving the sound. If price is not an issue there is Solo HFC's which is supposed to add gains. I have them with MRT V2.0 axle backs and like the more aggressive sound than just the V2's alone.

Dean.

911medic · 06-14-2013, 09:18 AM

One of the ways they bumped the output for the LFXs over the LLTs was to reconfigure the air flow through the engine. Can't do headers, but you probably get the HP that doing headers would have given you. What do headers do for power output on the LLTs? I don't know, but is it 11 RWHP?

06-12-2013, 07:48 AM	#1
Asphalt Drives: 2012 Chevrolet Camaro 3.6L V6 217ci Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Shreveport,La Posts: 50	New owner exhaust thoughts? Hey guys/gals, Recently purchased a 2012 V6 3.6L Camaro and first thing I'm interested in modifying is my exhaust. I've done a fair amount of research and have nearly finalized my decision on the Flowmaster Scavenger Elite Shortys and the Flowmaster AMT cat-back exhaust. Just curious on others opinion. I want to stick with manufacturer match on headers/exhaust. Feel free to comment/suggest.

06-12-2013, 07:53 AM	#2
Cheveey57 Drives: 2010 Camaro 2LT RS Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Long Island Posts: 1,425	In my opinion you can't go wrong with FlowMaster. On a side note I hate center mounted tailpipes It's one thing I hate about the new Vette __________________ If you're not living on the edge, you're taking up too much space.

06-12-2013, 08:43 AM	#7
GretchenGotGrowl Drives: `12 LFX/`11 EB F-150/`13 Sonic RS Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Little Rock, AR Posts: 5,958 View My Garage	The exhaust manifold is integrated into the heads on the LFX motor. __________________ EFR Twin Turbo LFX-GPI Tune-ZL1 fuel pump-10:1 CR forged pistons-3.45 gear-Meth Injection-BMR Trailing Arms, Bushings & Sway Bars-CircleD 4000 Stall-GPI Fuel Enrichment System 647 RWHP & 726 RWTQ @18.5 psi on 93 Octane (locked converter) 1/8 mile -- 7.158 @ 102.10 (20psi); old build Build Thread

06-12-2013, 08:56 AM	#10
Asphalt Drives: 2012 Chevrolet Camaro 3.6L V6 217ci Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Shreveport,La Posts: 50	This is disturbing news. I think I just lost a little faith. -.- Not to mention I found an ABSOLUTE STEAL due to a incorrect pricing online for 432.99 :( Last edited by Asphalt; 06-12-2013 at 08:57 AM. Reason: Add to post

06-12-2013, 08:57 AM	#11
Blu Ray Drives: 2013 BRM 2LT/RS/M6 Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: In Front Of You Posts: 1,630	The LFX, short of a Supercharger or Turbo.....a Tune (Trifecta), Intake (CAI or Volant) and Exhaust is where its at... I did the MRT 2.0 Axel back __________________ FOUNDER NY/NJ/PA DOMESTIC CAR CLUB

06-12-2013, 08:20 AM	#3
Asphalt Drives: 2012 Chevrolet Camaro 3.6L V6 217ci Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Shreveport,La Posts: 50	That's pretty much what I was thinking. I've dealt with Flowmaster all of my life and have NEVER been let down. I've seen plenty of videos of people with the AMT system and I like the sound. However, what I don't understand is the vast majority do axle-back and no headers. Which IMO is pointless and denying not only yourself but more importantly your cars breathing ability. If its to be done, it should be done all the way.

06-12-2013, 08:51 AM	#8
Asphalt Drives: 2012 Chevrolet Camaro 3.6L V6 217ci Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Shreveport,La Posts: 50	So the people at Flowmaster are incorrect in saying the scavenger elite can be installed on the 2012?

06-12-2013, 09:06 AM	#12
GretchenGotGrowl Drives: `12 LFX/`11 EB F-150/`13 Sonic RS Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Little Rock, AR Posts: 5,958 View My Garage	Take a look around in this section. http://www.camaro5.com/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=148 There's some good information to get you started. __________________ EFR Twin Turbo LFX-GPI Tune-ZL1 fuel pump-10:1 CR forged pistons-3.45 gear-Meth Injection-BMR Trailing Arms, Bushings & Sway Bars-CircleD 4000 Stall-GPI Fuel Enrichment System 647 RWHP & 726 RWTQ @18.5 psi on 93 Octane (locked converter) 1/8 mile -- 7.158 @ 102.10 (20psi); old build Build Thread

06-12-2013, 09:37 AM	#16
Asphalt Drives: 2012 Chevrolet Camaro 3.6L V6 217ci Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Shreveport,La Posts: 50	I DID however find the cat-back AMT Flowmasters for 636.99 through special orders and jegs/Summit has the exact system for 900+.

06-12-2013, 10:07 AM	#17
BlackinBlack Drives: 2013 Camaro ZL1 Black Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Florida Posts: 714	I belong to a Camaro Club were people have a variety of V6 exhausts. My favorite is the MRT 2.0. It would be on the top of my short list if I had a V6. I have not heard a NPP system on a V6 but I personally love it on my V8. Quiet when cruising but loud when I want. Perfect for a daily driver. Someone on this forum has a retrofit for 2012 and earlier cars. Those would be my two choices. __________________ 2013 ZL1 BLACK on BLACK Roto-Fab CAI 2010 2SS/RS BLACK on BLACK <SOLD> 3" MBRP 304 Stainless Exhaust Roto-Fab CAI

06-12-2013, 12:06 PM	#18
White Shark Drives: 2013 SS LS3 Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Littleton, CO Posts: 462	Haven't put on headers yet, but put on American Thunder Flowmasters. Check out Auto Anything.com __________________

06-12-2013, 06:17 PM	#19
skibik Guest Drives: bbbbbb Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: bfe Posts: 713	This is only my opinion but if you are going for performance gain in the exhaust I don't think the cat-back will improve much except for improving the sound. If price is not an issue there is Solo HFC's which is supposed to add gains. I have them with MRT V2.0 axle backs and like the more aggressive sound than just the V2's alone. Dean.