Torn on getting an IPF SC - Camaro5 Chevy Camaro Forum / Camaro ZL1, SS and V6 Forums

Cmitopgun · 07-08-2013, 09:58 AM

Hi everyone. I've been reading up on this forum about the different FI options for the LLT. I have a 2011 1LT/RS with just shy of 50K miles on it. Cosmetic mods include a ZL1 front, high wing, and Nitto tires and new 20" rims. Performance wise, its totally stock and its a daily driver and had all routine maintenance done.

So, I want to install new headers (BBK), exhaust (magnaflow), catch can, and ported TB. I am holding on a CAI since a SC kit brings its own right?

Should i upgrade anything else prior to the SC? Brakes or suspension?

Ive heard of some growing pains from some guys with IPF, others who love it. I just want to be sure my car will make a smooth transition to FI so I dont have to fork out too much on post install repairs.

Probably going to same place billionairehero did his in South Carolina. Any thoughts or guidance? Thanks everyone and I hope to add myself to the LLT FI list.

JohnnyBfromPeoria · 07-08-2013, 10:20 AM

You'll be fine with the car the way it is if you decide to jump in.

Yes, the S/C has its own intake.

John B.

V6owner · 07-08-2013, 10:45 AM

IPS TT gets my vote!

PoorMansCamaro · 07-08-2013, 10:55 AM

Good luck man!

where did billionairehero go for his install?

sycraft · 07-08-2013, 11:35 AM

As with any FI, you will have some issues, my IPF kit has given me great service thus far with extremely minor issues, none of which kept me from driving. I expected to have some issues as those who are going this route were in uncharted territory.

KMPrenger · 07-08-2013, 12:30 PM

I've not really heard of too many growing pains with the IPF kit and I've followed all of this pretty closely. For me, what comes to mind is some users needing tweaks to their tune b/c of the car not running normally at idle, and also I remember an LFX owner having some trouble with the power steering on his car after the install. But really I can't think of anything big concerning IPF.

There has been one or two members here that lost their engine after FI due to oil consumption but that was likely not caused by the addition of a supercharger...it was likely a condition already occuring, and then the FI may have accelerated it, but thats unknown for sure.

I say if you are considering an IPF kit thats great. I always like to recommend looking into their additional warranty while you are at it.

SC + LT headers is a great combination.

Cmitopgun · 07-08-2013, 01:12 PM

Thanks KMPrenger, just trying to get a warm fuzzy before i pull the trigger. Also got an email back from Ben at IPF who cleared up some concerns.

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Originally Posted by PoorMansCamaro

Good luck man!

where did billionairehero go for his install?

He got his done at ShowZone in Ladson SC...im pretty sure.

lscamaro · 07-08-2013, 01:17 PM

If you're getting it professionally installed, I'd highly recommend spending a little more and getting their aftermarket warranty for peace of mind

Cmitopgun · 07-08-2013, 01:34 PM

Thats my plan. Im probably going to do the headers/exhaust/etc on my own to save a bit, but leave the SC to the pros.

Sikoriko · 07-08-2013, 01:41 PM

After the IPF, plan on getting new rear tires more often.

PoorMansCamaro · 07-08-2013, 01:45 PM

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Originally Posted by Cmitopgun

Thanks KMPrenger, just trying to get a warm fuzzy before i pull the trigger. Also got an email back from Ben at IPF who cleared up some concerns.

He got his done at ShowZone in Ladson SC...im pretty sure.

thanks, i'll look them up!

Cmitopgun · 07-08-2013, 01:50 PM

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Originally Posted by Sikoriko

After the IPF, plan on getting new rear tires more often.

Yeah I kinda figured that haha. I actually just replaced my stock tires with new Nitto Motivo tires. I got 48K miles on those stock ones. Woot.

Cmitopgun · 07-08-2013, 01:51 PM

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Originally Posted by PoorMansCamaro

thanks, i'll look them up!

Yeah man, they did some body and paint work for me and I was thoroughly impressed!

PoorMansCamaro · 07-08-2013, 01:52 PM

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Originally Posted by Cmitopgun

Yeah man, they did some body and paint work for me and I was thoroughly impressed!

they aren't the one's that put the vinyl on your car, are they? lol

07-08-2013, 09:58 AM	#1
Cmitopgun Drives: 2011 Camaro 1LT/RS Join Date: May 2013 Location: New London CT Posts: 402	Torn on getting an IPF SC Hi everyone. I've been reading up on this forum about the different FI options for the LLT. I have a 2011 1LT/RS with just shy of 50K miles on it. Cosmetic mods include a ZL1 front, high wing, and Nitto tires and new 20" rims. Performance wise, its totally stock and its a daily driver and had all routine maintenance done. So, I want to install new headers (BBK), exhaust (magnaflow), catch can, and ported TB. I am holding on a CAI since a SC kit brings its own right? Should i upgrade anything else prior to the SC? Brakes or suspension? Ive heard of some growing pains from some guys with IPF, others who love it. I just want to be sure my car will make a smooth transition to FI so I dont have to fork out too much on post install repairs. Probably going to same place billionairehero did his in South Carolina. Any thoughts or guidance? Thanks everyone and I hope to add myself to the LLT FI list. __________________ ZL1 Front Fascia, Rockers, & Diffuser, LED DRLs and Fogs, 1LT/RS badges from EmblemPros, CAI Intake, Vmax Ported Throttle Body, Stainless Works Long Tube Headers and Cat-Back Dual Tip Exhaust, IPF Tune, TF3 style stripe kit, Black OEM high wing spoiler, trunk lid blackout stripe, Nitto Motivo tires, 20" Niche rims, and more to come!

07-08-2013, 10:20 AM	#2
JohnnyBfromPeoria Drives: 2012 LS M6, Black Join Date: May 2009 Location: Phoenix, AZ Posts: 2,045	You'll be fine with the car the way it is if you decide to jump in. Yes, the S/C has its own intake. John B. __________________ 12 LS M6, IPF S/C, ASA GT-5 wheels, VMax PTB 1995 Mitsubishi Montero SR 1987 Dodge Raider Turbo Project 1986 Mitsubishi Montero 2.4l FI Transplant

07-08-2013, 10:45 AM	#3
V6owner Cedar Creek Woodshop Drives: One Badass 1LE Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Rosenberg, TX Posts: 2,227 View My Garage	IPS TT gets my vote! __________________ 2014 Black 2SS/RS 1LE

07-08-2013, 10:55 AM	#4
PoorMansCamaro Drives: Really Slow Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: PA Posts: 56,958	Good luck man! where did billionairehero go for his install? __________________

07-08-2013, 11:35 AM	#5
sycraft COTW 5/06/2013 Drives: 2017 Corvette Grand Sport-Ho-Vette Join Date: May 2012 Location: Milford, Michigan Posts: 3,201 View My Garage	As with any FI, you will have some issues, my IPF kit has given me great service thus far with extremely minor issues, none of which kept me from driving. I expected to have some issues as those who are going this route were in uncharted territory. __________________ 2017 Grand Sport, Borla X Pipe.....Enough Said

07-08-2013, 12:30 PM	#6
KMPrenger Drives: 16 Camaro SS, 15 Colorado Join Date: May 2009 Location: Jefferson City, Missouri Posts: 13,943	I've not really heard of too many growing pains with the IPF kit and I've followed all of this pretty closely. For me, what comes to mind is some users needing tweaks to their tune b/c of the car not running normally at idle, and also I remember an LFX owner having some trouble with the power steering on his car after the install. But really I can't think of anything big concerning IPF. There has been one or two members here that lost their engine after FI due to oil consumption but that was likely not caused by the addition of a supercharger...it was likely a condition already occuring, and then the FI may have accelerated it, but thats unknown for sure. I say if you are considering an IPF kit thats great. I always like to recommend looking into their additional warranty while you are at it. SC + LT headers is a great combination. __________________ 2016 Camaro 1SS - 8-speed - NPP - Black bowties 2010 Camaro 1LT V6 (Sold. I will miss her!)

07-08-2013, 01:17 PM	#8
lscamaro Drives: 2011 CGM Camaro LS A6 Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: San Antonio, Texas Posts: 10,305	If you're getting it professionally installed, I'd highly recommend spending a little more and getting their aftermarket warranty for peace of mind __________________ Click Picture for Build Thread

07-08-2013, 01:34 PM	#9
Cmitopgun Drives: 2011 Camaro 1LT/RS Join Date: May 2013 Location: New London CT Posts: 402	Thats my plan. Im probably going to do the headers/exhaust/etc on my own to save a bit, but leave the SC to the pros. __________________ ZL1 Front Fascia, Rockers, & Diffuser, LED DRLs and Fogs, 1LT/RS badges from EmblemPros, CAI Intake, Vmax Ported Throttle Body, Stainless Works Long Tube Headers and Cat-Back Dual Tip Exhaust, IPF Tune, TF3 style stripe kit, Black OEM high wing spoiler, trunk lid blackout stripe, Nitto Motivo tires, 20" Niche rims, and more to come!

07-08-2013, 01:41 PM	#10
Sikoriko Drives: 2011 V6 IOM Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: San Diego Posts: 1,385 View My Garage	After the IPF, plan on getting new rear tires more often.