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Old 04-22-2013, 01:32 PM   #1
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Talking The Guide: 5th Gen Camaro Modification

This thread is a compilation of the tech articles I have posted here on Camaro5. It is meant to be a resource for those new to modifying their 5th Gen Camaro or anyone who just has questions. I am by no means finished and this thread will be updated as more articles are posted. If you have any questions about these or any other topics feel free to send me a private message here on the forum or give us a call. That is what we are here for.


Warranty Concerns


Will This Modification Void My Warranty?


Will A Tune Void My Warranty?



Manual Transmission

CAGS De-Mystified!


Swappin' Gears


Automatic Transmission

Torque Converter Basics

Swappin' Gears


Induction

THE Air Intake Thread

"Weak" vs "Strong" Camaro SS MAF Sensors


Exhaust

Choosing The Right Long Tube Headers


ECM/Tuning

Gaining Horsepower By Pulling A Couple Fuses!

Engine Tuning: Understanding The Basics


Engine Internal

Engine Break In Procedure


The "Catch Can" Explained!

Camshaft Basics


Suspension

Understanding Lowering Springs


Curing 5th Gen Camaro Wheel Hop

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Old 04-22-2013, 01:37 PM   #2
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Chase - Thank you for putting this together. It is really good info. Is there someplace in the forum where this can be posted so that it can be found more easily? I know some will say just search but I see what you are doing is more of a reference guide that would be better suited in one place.
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Old 04-22-2013, 03:09 PM   #3
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Old 04-22-2013, 03:14 PM   #4
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STICKY THIS!!!! Great Job Chase!!!
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Old 04-22-2013, 03:16 PM   #5
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Better linked to your own website 'Manual' Chase?
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Old 04-22-2013, 03:49 PM   #6
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Very nice thread. Will help a lot of people if it is made a sticky!
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Old 04-22-2013, 08:17 PM   #7
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been reading these threads that you kind folks at apex have typed out just for entertainment. thanks for contributing to the community. i am looking forward to your brake and suspension thread!
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Old 04-23-2013, 07:35 PM   #8
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Thanks everyone.
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Old 04-23-2013, 07:38 PM   #9
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STICKY!!!
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Old 04-24-2013, 08:05 PM   #10
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You will see.......soon.
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Old 04-24-2013, 08:37 PM   #11
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Let me take an educated guess... stepped headers?
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Old 05-04-2013, 05:52 PM   #12
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New articles added!

"Weak" vs "Strong" Camaro SS MAF Sensors

Gaining Horsepower By Pulling A Couple Fuses!

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Old 05-14-2013, 05:13 PM   #13
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Thanks chase I didn't get to read some of these yet but I know your info is always top notch
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Old 08-08-2013, 04:40 PM   #14
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Thanks chase I didn't get to read some of these yet but I know your info is always top notch
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