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Cajun8 · 12-30-2011, 11:51 AM

Can anyone recommend a reputable shop in the Huntington Beach area that will install my Stainless Works Catback Exhaust system, CAI inc. intake system, and Skip Shift Eliminator on my 2012 Camaro SS?

Iwantone2 · 12-30-2011, 12:22 PM

Is there a reason why you wouldn't want to install the CAI intake yourself? You could save some money there and the install isn't too bad. You can watch my crappy DIY video if you wanted:

hypurone · 12-30-2011, 12:52 PM

Is Haddad Motorsports (Inglewood) too far for you?

DoctorD · 12-30-2011, 01:37 PM

Some shops don't like to install product you don't purchase from them. If there is an issue with the part it can be a real problem, not to mention the liability.

It would be like my patients saying "I want you to write me a prescription based off of something somebody else told me."

Cajun8 · 12-30-2011, 02:15 PM

Thanks for the video. I did consider doing the intake myself but was concerned about the piece that has to be melted (tubing) to get a good fit. I figured that if I had to get the exhaust installed, I might as well have them install the intake as well. I will keep your video handy and probably give it a shot.

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Originally Posted by Iwantone2

Is there a reason why you wouldn't want to install the CAI intake yourself? You could save some money there and the install isn't too bad. You can watch my crappy DIY video if you wanted:

Cajun8 · 12-30-2011, 02:16 PM

No, Inglewood would not be too far. Have you dealt with them before?

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Originally Posted by hypurone

Is Haddad Motorsports (Inglewood) too far for you?

Cajun8 · 12-30-2011, 02:21 PM

Sorry Doc, but I have to disagree with you on that. We're comparing apples and oranges here. Not all shops are your larger dealers that only deal with you ordering the parts from them. I have found a few that will do the work for me but my main concern is, "are they reputable". Hence, the reason for reaching out to fellow Camaro owners. Thanks anyway.

Quote:

Originally Posted by DoctorD

Some shops don't like to install product you don't purchase from them. If there is an issue with the part it can be a real problem, not to mention the liability.

It would be like my patients saying "I want you to write me a prescription based off of something somebody else told me."

Venom_SS · 12-30-2011, 03:56 PM

Take it to Haddad in Inglewood. They are good at what they do.

Inferno LSX · 12-30-2011, 04:12 PM

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Originally Posted by Venom_SS

Take it to Haddad in Inglewood. They are good at what they do.

+1 about Haddads. Give them a call and check their schedule. I think all they had was dyno tuning going on this week so the lifts should be open. I'm sure Mike is gonna charge by the hour regardless if you purchased it from him or not. The only difference is he will not warranty the parts. I'm not totally positive about his policies so it's prob best to call over there.

Iwantone2 · 12-30-2011, 04:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cajun8

Thanks for the video. I did consider doing the intake myself but was concerned about the piece that has to be melted (tubing) to get a good fit. I figured that if I had to get the exhaust installed, I might as well have them install the intake as well. I will keep your video handy and probably give it a shot.

Yeah, no worries. I used a lighter to melt the tubing and it turned out great.

But if I were to recommend a shop, Haddad would definitely have my vote!

TMorgan800 · 12-30-2011, 10:05 PM

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Originally Posted by Iwantone2

Yeah, no worries. I used a lighter to melt the tubing and it turned out great.

But if I were to recommend a shop, Haddad would definitely have my vote!

+1 take it to HADDAD

Inferno LSX · 12-30-2011, 11:15 PM

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Originally Posted by TMorgan800

+1 take it to HADDAD

Did Mike build your G8?

comm17 · 12-30-2011, 11:47 PM

another +1 for Haddad

Cajun8 · 12-31-2011, 04:08 AM

Thanks everyone! It looks like I will be giving Haddad a call next week.

12-30-2011, 11:51 AM	#1
Cajun8 Drives: 2012 Camaro 2SS 45th AE, Hurst Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Huntington Beach,CA Posts: 108	Install Shop Recommendations Can anyone recommend a reputable shop in the Huntington Beach area that will install my Stainless Works Catback Exhaust system, CAI inc. intake system, and Skip Shift Eliminator on my 2012 Camaro SS?

12-30-2011, 12:22 PM	#2
Iwantone2 Voice Of The Voiceless Drives: CGM 1SS RS Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: OC Cali Posts: 9,617 View My Garage	Is there a reason why you wouldn't want to install the CAI intake yourself? You could save some money there and the install isn't too bad. You can watch my crappy DIY video if you wanted: __________________

12-30-2011, 12:52 PM	#3
hypurone I'm not totally useless.. Drives: ... Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: ... Posts: 2,008 View My Garage	Is Haddad Motorsports (Inglewood) too far for you? __________________ "You were really flyin' when I passed you back there!" - Born on 10/05/09 MyCamaroBuildInfo

12-30-2011, 11:47 PM	#13
comm17 Racing Byrds Drives: '16 BVM 2SS '10 IBM 2SS RS Join Date: May 2009 Location: Southern California Posts: 2,615 View My Garage	another +1 for Haddad __________________ 2SS Manual, Blue Velvet Metallic, MRC, NPP, Black Bowties, Hotchkis Springs and Sway Bars, Borla S-type Cat-Back Exhaust Thank you BECKY!!!

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DoctorD Drives: Maserati, Camaro SS Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Naples, CA Posts: 5	Some shops don't like to install product you don't purchase from them. If there is an issue with the part it can be a real problem, not to mention the liability. It would be like my patients saying "I want you to write me a prescription based off of something somebody else told me."

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