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Sidd218 · 07-13-2011, 05:27 PM

It is nice, but you will never have the power of a V8, I love mine but I will be getting SS soon

SC2150 · 07-13-2011, 05:57 PM

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Originally Posted by Sidd218

It is nice, but you will never have the power of a V8, I love mine but I will be getting SS soon

I think we may disagree.....just watch gretchens latest transformation. We will be in the 10 sec 1/4 mile territory before long.

GretchenGotGrowl · 07-13-2011, 06:02 PM

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Originally Posted by Sidd218

It is nice, but you will never have the power of a V8, I love mine but I will be getting SS soon

There are several V6s on here that are putting out the same or more power than a stock SS. Of course, we don't have a powertrain warranty any more, but that's the modder's life...

Angrybird 12 · 07-13-2011, 06:08 PM

It has enough to keep my Permagrin happy.....

C*ROC · 07-13-2011, 06:58 PM

For a everyday car it's enough.....I mean u can only go 55mph anyway , unless u wanna race or something ,

20Camaro11 · 07-13-2011, 07:00 PM

yes

E.T. · 07-13-2011, 07:20 PM

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Originally Posted by C*ROC

For a everyday car it's enough.....I mean u can only go 55mph anyway , unless u wanna race or something ,

If I were into racing at the track, then sure, I would probably choose the V8. I just don't need that much power for everyday (legal) driving though. Would it be fun? Yes! Practical? Nope. All it boils down to is bragging rights. Is it worth an extra 8K to impress some people on an internet forum?

Unfortunately, we can't get the V8 rumble with our sixes, but that doesn't mean an upgraded exhaust and intake won't leave it sounding pretty darn good.

tcwells · 07-13-2011, 07:29 PM

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Originally Posted by E.T.

If I were into racing at the track, then sure, I would probably choose the V8. I just don't need that much power for everyday (legal) driving though. Would it be fun? Yes! Practical? Nope. All it boils down to is bragging rights. Is it worth an extra 8K to impress some people on an internet forum?

Unfortunately, we can't get the V8 rumble with our sixes, but that doesn't mean an upgraded exhaust and intake won't leave it sounding pretty darn good.

United_727 · 07-13-2011, 07:37 PM

My M6 is plenty quick . It's just as quick as my 2000 Z28 was.Gets great mileage,cheaper to maintain and no 'performance car surcharge' from the insurance man.To each his own,but I like my car just the way it is.

Darkstar November · 07-13-2011, 07:39 PM

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Originally Posted by Synergy_synner

Unless the car someone happens to have is the Bugatti Veyron.

henessy venom gt.

bone stock

2700 lbs
1200 hp

IBMCamaro · 07-13-2011, 07:45 PM

My V6 gives me enough permagrin

without getting into too much trouble. I added the Vararam intake and am waiting on the TB which I hope is ready sooooon.

Civin · 07-13-2011, 09:25 PM

I bought my Baby to look good while crusing. I'd say she has 'enough' power for my purposes.

DJ ATOMIX · 07-17-2011, 10:28 PM

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Originally Posted by KMPrenger

Sorry bud, appreciate your enthusiasm but thats not quite right.

With all of the bolt ons listed above you'd be in the 345 to 360 range and then depending on your type of transmission that makes a difference in the output as well.

Vararam is claiming 15 to 20 on the automatic and in the Vararam thread has shown about 27 HP gain on the manual that was used for testing there.

So those are still great numbers though, and your not wayyyy off, just a bit too high.

So the final vararam production is reaching 30hp gains with highest gains being in the 3rd gear at 5k rpms which is purely hp related. Also in combination of the latest trifeca tunes, 380 is looking more of a reality, would you agree now?

Shaun

TJ91 · 07-17-2011, 11:11 PM

Im not sure if this intake is getting the 30rwhp
I dont understand how the first prototype dyno'd 24 rwhp and then 27rwhp but now the new vararam intake wont show those gains on a dyno? So how did the first prototype show those gains is what I truly dont understand

07-13-2011, 05:27 PM	#211
Sidd218 GM Loyal Drives: 2006 Impala SS Join Date: May 2011 Location: Virginia Posts: 260 View My Garage	It is nice, but you will never have the power of a V8, I love mine but I will be getting SS soon __________________ 2011 2LT RS

07-13-2011, 06:08 PM	#214
Angrybird 12 7 year Cancer Survivor! Drives: 17 Cruze RS, 07 G6 GT, 99 Astro Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: East Tennessee Posts: 21,547	It has enough to keep my Permagrin happy..... __________________ Cancer's a bitch! Enjoy life while you can! LIVE, LOVE, DRIVE... The Bird is the word!

07-13-2011, 06:58 PM	#215
C*ROC Drives: Ls Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Pa Posts: 50	For a everyday car it's enough.....I mean u can only go 55mph anyway , unless u wanna race or something , __________________

07-13-2011, 07:37 PM	#219
United_727 Parts Guru Extraordinair. Drives: '02 SS 'Vert M6 Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Upstate NY Posts: 1,184	My M6 is plenty quick . It's just as quick as my 2000 Z28 was.Gets great mileage,cheaper to maintain and no 'performance car surcharge' from the insurance man.To each his own,but I like my car just the way it is. __________________ Please check out my other hobby ; http://jetphotos.net/showphotos.php?userid=1008

07-17-2011, 11:11 PM	#224
TJ91 :chevy: Drives: 2LT/RS Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Toronto Posts: 13,033	Im not sure if this intake is getting the 30rwhp I dont understand how the first prototype dyno'd 24 rwhp and then 27rwhp but now the new vararam intake wont show those gains on a dyno? So how did the first prototype show those gains is what I truly dont understand __________________ CAMARO Consult your doctor before taking Camaro Side effects include Sudden increase in Heart Rate, Insomnia and occasional hallucinations If you experience Permagrin exceeding 4 hours after taking Camaro, seek immediate Camaro5 Help CAMARO Bringing excitment back into the Garage

07-13-2011, 07:00 PM	#216
20Camaro11 Drives: SS Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: not here Posts: 655	yes

07-13-2011, 07:45 PM	#221
IBMCamaro Drives: 2010 2LT RS IBM Camaro Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Iowa Posts: 177 View My Garage	My V6 gives me enough permagrin without getting into too much trouble. I added the Vararam intake and am waiting on the TB which I hope is ready sooooon.

07-13-2011, 09:25 PM	#222
Civin Drives: '10 RJT 2LT/RS, 02 Grand Am SE Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: SoMD Posts: 14	I bought my Baby to look good while crusing. I'd say she has 'enough' power for my purposes.

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