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BigBlock427 · 03-01-2015, 02:24 PM

Some quick questions as I am very interested in the kit...

I just paid off my 2011 2SS/RS. it has around 30,000 miles on it currently but since I got a new job much much closer to home and have a daily driver... I wont be putting allot more on it in the near future.

so my first question... is the millage something to worry about? meaning is supercharging this late in the game a sketchy deal??? i know the risks "it could blow the first day or at 100,000miles"

and now more specifically about the ADM LSA kit...

I would be buying the complete kit with a new supercharger... bedsides the kit what else do I need in the long run? 65lb injectors, zl1 fuel pump, and obviously tuning... do I need the injectors and fp right away? or can I push enough fuel safely with the stock LS3 equipment?

thanks in advance.

ttshovel · 03-01-2015, 03:29 PM

The best advice I can give you even if you don't plan on modding any further....
Add the fuel system that will give you room to grow. if you ever want to add a cam or pulley down, you won't be buying parts twice. So I'd personally go with the 65s or even better yet the 80lb injectors with the zl1 pump/ adm fpcm

You will thank yourself later!

try to find a lower mileage blower if possible or I'd it's a big deal buy the complete kit from adm. Just my 2 cents

If you do buy a higher mileage one I would get the bearings changed in it for peace of mind

LTRS777 · 03-01-2015, 03:42 PM

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Originally Posted by BigBlock427

Some quick questions as I am very interested in the kit...

I just paid off my 2011 2SS/RS. it has around 30,000 miles on it currently but since I got a new job much much closer to home and have a daily driver... I wont be putting allot more on it in the near future.

so my first question... is the millage something to worry about? meaning is supercharging this late in the game a sketchy deal??? i know the risks "it could blow the first day or at 100,000miles"

and now more specifically about the ADM LSA kit...

I would be buying the complete kit with a new supercharger... bedsides the kit what else do I need in the long run? 65lb injectors, zl1 fuel pump, and obviously tuning... do I need the injectors and fp right away? or can I push enough fuel safely with the stock LS3 equipment?

thanks in advance.

It's an oem piece... One of the main reasons I want to go this route. Although not an lsa engine, i can't imagine it have much less reliability than a bolt on zl1. Done right I don't see why it can't make 100k.

Adm I'm sure can answer the rest.

at stock pulley I was told stock injectors were fine. Fuel requirements will be dictated by your power goals. Gl!

hammdo · 03-01-2015, 04:35 PM

I have 40k on mine and did cam, heads, and the LSA kit. Did the zl1 fuel pump and adm Fpcm and I Love it. therse engines can handle the upgrades if properly installed...

-Don

ADM PERFORMANCE · 03-01-2015, 08:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BigBlock427

Some quick questions as I am very interested in the kit...

I just paid off my 2011 2SS/RS. it has around 30,000 miles on it currently but since I got a new job much much closer to home and have a daily driver... I wont be putting allot more on it in the near future.

so my first question... is the millage something to worry about? meaning is supercharging this late in the game a sketchy deal??? i know the risks "it could blow the first day or at 100,000miles"

and now more specifically about the ADM LSA kit...

I would be buying the complete kit with a new supercharger... bedsides the kit what else do I need in the long run? 65lb injectors, zl1 fuel pump, and obviously tuning... do I need the injectors and fp right away? or can I push enough fuel safely with the stock LS3 equipment?

thanks in advance.

This is a very solid kit for a very mod friendly engine.We have been pushing the envelope of performance since 2009(6 years) with this car.Its nothing NEW so you have little to worry about if you stay within the limits(600hp or less) of your engine.

As far as laying a great foundation for future...Fuel Pump can only help not hurt...Injectors can Only help not hurt.New 1 step colder spark plugs can only help not hurt as well as a good cold air intake and headers.

Hope this answers your questions and builds the confidence your looking for.

Juice2SS · 03-02-2015, 10:51 AM

I went with the setup at 45k miles. Car is strong and easily outperforms my previous setup. I made sure to go with the upgraded injectors and fuel pump. No use in not being smart about it.

BigBlock427 · 03-03-2015, 12:35 PM

thanks for the info guys. Just sucks you guys are in Texas...

hammdo · 03-03-2015, 02:27 PM

Well, I did mine myself, so you sure can do it!

-Don

smokum · 03-03-2015, 02:38 PM

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Originally Posted by BigBlock427

thanks for the info guys. Just sucks you guys are in Texas...

Andy ships cars all the time. You would be surprised on the price to ship your car to texas and have them do it. Im sure andy would work you a great deal on it sending it down for an install and maybe some other mods. Shoot him a message or give him a call.

rickdallas · 03-03-2015, 04:26 PM

Andy installed his kit on mine with stock cats, Borla Touring exhaust, stock ZL1 fuel pump and intake. Very manageable setup for the street and not too expensive to start out with. LOTS of power over stock and the CAI and headers can be added later, when you're ready.

ADM PERFORMANCE · 03-03-2015, 09:28 PM

I have one in route from Washington , Its 2026 miles and the cost is a little over $1000.00

All things considered its not a bad deal

BigBlock427 · 03-04-2015, 02:53 PM

I might just start ordering the support stuff. injectors, ZL1 FP, Kooks 2" headers and then get the ADM kit. Throwing everything on at one time. reliability is like top priority...I don't daily the Camaro.... however like anyone I don't want to spend more time down then driving the car. so with that said I rather do the fuel support now. and other support modification I can do? meaning with reinforcement in mind over making more power.

hammdo · 03-04-2015, 03:04 PM

Suspension if you've not done any. Trailing arms/bushings, cradle bushings (inserts, poly replacements, or solids - depend on what you intend to do with the car). Inserts are fine if you are limiting use, but solids would be first choice if not using inserts. I DD mine so I went with inserts since tracking/racing is limited.

BTW, ADM does have the solids. Inserts I used BMR

-Don

BigBlock427 · 03-04-2015, 08:08 PM

well guys thanks for the help. I ended up finding a ZL1 for a amazing price. I put down a deposit and will hopefully be picking her up in a week. thanks again!

03-01-2015, 02:24 PM	#1
BigBlock427 ConceptZer0 Drives: 68 427 Camaro, 11 2SS/RS, 13 ZL1 Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: nj Posts: 1,096	ADM LSA Conversion qustions.... Some quick questions as I am very interested in the kit... I just paid off my 2011 2SS/RS. it has around 30,000 miles on it currently but since I got a new job much much closer to home and have a daily driver... I wont be putting allot more on it in the near future. so my first question... is the millage something to worry about? meaning is supercharging this late in the game a sketchy deal??? i know the risks "it could blow the first day or at 100,000miles" and now more specifically about the ADM LSA kit... I would be buying the complete kit with a new supercharger... bedsides the kit what else do I need in the long run? 65lb injectors, zl1 fuel pump, and obviously tuning... do I need the injectors and fp right away? or can I push enough fuel safely with the stock LS3 equipment? thanks in advance.

03-01-2015, 03:29 PM	#2
ttshovel Drives: 12 camaro ss, 72 chevelle, 91camaro Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: findlay,oh Posts: 2,069	The best advice I can give you even if you don't plan on modding any further.... Add the fuel system that will give you room to grow. if you ever want to add a cam or pulley down, you won't be buying parts twice. So I'd personally go with the 65s or even better yet the 80lb injectors with the zl1 pump/ adm fpcm You will thank yourself later! try to find a lower mileage blower if possible or I'd it's a big deal buy the complete kit from adm. Just my 2 cents If you do buy a higher mileage one I would get the bearings changed in it for peace of mind __________________ 12 camaro ss 427lsx, th400, f310 heads, crower shaft mounts, gpi specd solid roller, shearerfab 2k hp a/w, twin bullseye 88mm turbos, hughes pro ssx bolt together converter, holley dominator, 8.50 cert, backhalf, Ford 9", 33x17x16 tires, c16 fuel

03-01-2015, 04:35 PM	#4
hammdo 'It's an experiment' Drives: [COTW 2/09/15] '11 GPI LSA SC Z/LE Join Date: May 2014 Location: Dallas TX Posts: 8,694 View My Garage	I have 40k on mine and did cam, heads, and the LSA kit. Did the zl1 fuel pump and adm Fpcm and I Love it. therse engines can handle the upgrades if properly installed... -Don __________________ 747 RWHP 794 RWTQ "Horsepower sells cars, torque wins races." - Enzo Ferrari See My Build: http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=385577

03-03-2015, 02:27 PM	#8
hammdo 'It's an experiment' Drives: [COTW 2/09/15] '11 GPI LSA SC Z/LE Join Date: May 2014 Location: Dallas TX Posts: 8,694 View My Garage	Well, I did mine myself, so you sure can do it! -Don __________________ 747 RWHP 794 RWTQ "Horsepower sells cars, torque wins races." - Enzo Ferrari See My Build: http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=385577

03-03-2015, 04:26 PM	#10
rickdallas Drives: 2010 CGM 2SS RS Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Dallas, Texas Posts: 52	Andy installed his kit on mine with stock cats, Borla Touring exhaust, stock ZL1 fuel pump and intake. Very manageable setup for the street and not too expensive to start out with. LOTS of power over stock and the CAI and headers can be added later, when you're ready. __________________ ADM / LSA CONVERSION, ZL1 FUEL PUMP, BMR SWAY BARS AND TRAILING ARMS, ADM UPPER CONTROL ARM BUSHINGS, BORLA EXHAUST, FR 20X10-275, 20X11-315 NITTO INVO'S

03-02-2015, 10:51 AM	#6
Juice2SS Drives: 2011 2SS Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: DFW, TX Posts: 931	I went with the setup at 45k miles. Car is strong and easily outperforms my previous setup. I made sure to go with the upgraded injectors and fuel pump. No use in not being smart about it.

03-03-2015, 12:35 PM	#7
BigBlock427 ConceptZer0 Drives: 68 427 Camaro, 11 2SS/RS, 13 ZL1 Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: nj Posts: 1,096	thanks for the info guys. Just sucks you guys are in Texas...

03-03-2015, 09:28 PM	#11
ADM PERFORMANCE Drives: Anything I want Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: DfW - Texas Posts: 5,405	They come from every where I have one in route from Washington , Its 2026 miles and the cost is a little over $1000.00 All things considered its not a bad deal

03-04-2015, 02:53 PM	#12
BigBlock427 ConceptZer0 Drives: 68 427 Camaro, 11 2SS/RS, 13 ZL1 Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: nj Posts: 1,096	I might just start ordering the support stuff. injectors, ZL1 FP, Kooks 2" headers and then get the ADM kit. Throwing everything on at one time. reliability is like top priority...I don't daily the Camaro.... however like anyone I don't want to spend more time down then driving the car. so with that said I rather do the fuel support now. and other support modification I can do? meaning with reinforcement in mind over making more power.

03-04-2015, 03:04 PM	#13
hammdo 'It's an experiment' Drives: [COTW 2/09/15] '11 GPI LSA SC Z/LE Join Date: May 2014 Location: Dallas TX Posts: 8,694 View My Garage	Suspension if you've not done any. Trailing arms/bushings, cradle bushings (inserts, poly replacements, or solids - depend on what you intend to do with the car). Inserts are fine if you are limiting use, but solids would be first choice if not using inserts. I DD mine so I went with inserts since tracking/racing is limited. BTW, ADM does have the solids. Inserts I used BMR -Don __________________ 747 RWHP 794 RWTQ "Horsepower sells cars, torque wins races." - Enzo Ferrari See My Build: http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=385577

03-04-2015, 08:08 PM	#14
BigBlock427 ConceptZer0 Drives: 68 427 Camaro, 11 2SS/RS, 13 ZL1 Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: nj Posts: 1,096	well guys thanks for the help. I ended up finding a ZL1 for a amazing price. I put down a deposit and will hopefully be picking her up in a week. thanks again!