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mike25 · 10-01-2011, 04:15 PM

So im kind of in a dilemma..i want to get an intake done to add some power, as well as increase MPG a tad while doing interstate driving- come to find out the vararam isnt compatible with 2012 models, and they need to make a new one..i cant decided on whether to wait..or but a CAI inc intake with a scoop and the washer bottle relocate kit...will be more than i really want to pay for an intake setup..but i cant really decide right now on which to do..

what would you guys do?

The Stig · 10-01-2011, 04:26 PM

Maybe look in the market place for a few used CAI Inc CAIs? I remember seeing a black one up for sale not too long ago.

96/10SS · 10-01-2011, 04:56 PM

I love my vararam I'd say wait.

mike25 · 10-01-2011, 04:58 PM

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Originally Posted by 96/10SS

I love my vararam I'd say wait.

i really want one...but when i call vararam i get that "ehh he hasnt got to it yet" kind of attitude..im sure theyre busy though.

SGOS252382 · 10-02-2011, 04:43 AM

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Originally Posted by mike25

i really want one...but when i call vararam i get that "ehh he hasnt got to it yet" kind of attitude..im sure theyre busy though.

As much as I like my Vararam, the original units had their share of issues. Based on the comment you got, it will most likely be a while. I'm also not sure If you'd want the first batches/versions of the 2012 intake when its released. It usually takes several versions before they get everything worked out.

But, Vararam has always stood behind their product. They will refund your money, if you are not completely satisfied.

I had my original unit (1st original waiting list back in the Spring of 09) replaced with one of their newer units at no cost. So I'm a pretty big fan of Vararam.

FTI-EDC · 10-02-2011, 08:37 AM

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Originally Posted by mike25

So im kind of in a dilemma..i want to get an intake done to add some power, as well as increase MPG a tad while doing interstate driving- come to find out the vararam isnt compatible with 2012 models, and they need to make a new one..i cant decided on whether to wait..or but a CAI inc intake with a scoop and the washer bottle relocate kit...will be more than i really want to pay for an intake setup..but i cant really decide right now on which to do..

what would you guys do?

Rage · 10-02-2011, 09:20 AM

CAI inc... Upped the throttle response quite a bit and the fit and finish was first rate

JoshBobGuptaMarley · 10-02-2011, 09:43 AM

I called CAI and they were awesome! He told me they were working on it as fast as they could and I've already preordered it. If you want to be the first you have to pay a little extra, that's just how it goes. I should have it in a couple weeks. They're making it a priority to get it out to people first. I also like how it doesn't count on the hood to make the seal. Injen, Vararam and CAI seem to be the most common I've seen people using on this site.

csjcsj · 10-02-2011, 09:44 AM

What is new on the 2012's that the present VR will not work? Just wondering!

ericgoul · 10-02-2011, 10:34 AM

CAI intake

MikeOD · 10-02-2011, 11:25 AM

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Originally Posted by csjcsj

What is new on the 2012's that the present VR will not work? Just wondering!

I'm curious too...what's different on the SS?

SGOS252382 · 10-02-2011, 11:41 AM

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Originally Posted by MikeOD

I'm curious too...what's different on the SS?

I believe the radiator cap is in a different location.

MikeOD · 10-02-2011, 11:57 AM

That'd certainly make it need to be different.

csjcsj · 10-02-2011, 12:02 PM

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Originally Posted by SGOS252382

I believe the radiator cap is in a different location.

Yes that would need some work then!!!!!!

10-01-2011, 04:15 PM	#1
mike25 Drives: 2012 Camaro 2SS/RS Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Dubba V Posts: 2,869	Wait for Vararam or.... So im kind of in a dilemma..i want to get an intake done to add some power, as well as increase MPG a tad while doing interstate driving- come to find out the vararam isnt compatible with 2012 models, and they need to make a new one..i cant decided on whether to wait..or but a CAI inc intake with a scoop and the washer bottle relocate kit...will be more than i really want to pay for an intake setup..but i cant really decide right now on which to do.. what would you guys do? __________________ 2LT/RS M6 CGM VIN#53104 SOLD 2012 Black 2SS/RS w/ Hurst- Mods: Corsa catback, SSE, Vararam

10-01-2011, 04:26 PM	#2
The Stig knows 2 facts about ducks Drives: ...and they're both wrong Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: The HMS Invincible Posts: 25,072 View My Garage	Maybe look in the market place for a few used CAI Inc CAIs? I remember seeing a black one up for sale not too long ago. __________________

10-02-2011, 09:20 AM	#7
Rage TRI-COUNTY CAMARO... FTW! Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS M6 Cyber Grey Join Date: May 2010 Location: South Florida Posts: 1,200 View My Garage	CAI inc... Upped the throttle response quite a bit and the fit and finish was first rate __________________ CAI inc. cold air intake, LG G6x3 cam, Patriot Gold Extreme Dual springs, Titanium retainers and locks, LG SuperPro 1 7/8 Long Tube headers with full 3" exhaust, DynoMax VT mufflers, SLP 4" tips, Moroso catch can, Race Ready electronic exhaust cut outs, Full painted Razzi body kit, Headlight Armor Smoke taillight and marker blackouts, T-Rex aluminum upper and lower grille, Polished aluminum front and rear bowties. Professionally installed and Dyno Tuned by HorsePower Sales, Pompano Beach FL.

10-02-2011, 09:44 AM	#9
csjcsj Drives: 2010 Camaro SS/RS 6spd Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Jefferson, Ga Posts: 4,399 View My Garage	What is new on the 2012's that the present VR will not work? Just wondering! __________________

10-02-2011, 11:57 AM	#13
MikeOD Drives: 2010 M6 2SS Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: South Windsor, CT Posts: 1,202	That'd certainly make it need to be different. __________________ 2010 Camaro SS M6. Heads/Cam/Intake/Headers/Exhaust/Suspension

10-01-2011, 04:56 PM	#3
96/10SS Drives: 2010 2SS Orange w/ Grey stripes Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: SFL Posts: 372	I love my vararam I'd say wait.

10-02-2011, 09:43 AM	#8
JoshBobGuptaMarley Emerald Coast Camaros Drives: '12 2SS/RS LS3 GBA Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: PanamaCityBeach,Florida Posts: 1,375 View My Garage	I called CAI and they were awesome! He told me they were working on it as fast as they could and I've already preordered it. If you want to be the first you have to pay a little extra, that's just how it goes. I should have it in a couple weeks. They're making it a priority to get it out to people first. I also like how it doesn't count on the hood to make the seal. Injen, Vararam and CAI seem to be the most common I've seen people using on this site.

10-02-2011, 10:34 AM	#10
ericgoul Drives: 2010 CAMARO 2SS/RS IBM L99 Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Quebec, Canada Posts: 34 View My Garage	CAI intake

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