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camaro2009 · 01-03-2013, 12:40 PM

alright, i have a bone stock 2013 ZL-1 AGM ,M6 I want to know what mods are good for performance? CAI i assume should be first on the list?? Which one is best? No road racing, although I will be taking it to the track this summer to put it through the paces!!!

And i also would like to change the Halos? I have seen several with red halos, and they look killer!! When i had my SS i put the chevy Cat back system on there and it sounded good, but I like the sound of the exhaust the Z has now? Any real advantages to changing the factory exhaust?

Basically? Baby steps here. One thing at a time, so i can see what difference each mod makes.. I will be keeping this one.. At least until the 6th gen comes out

And do the tail light (sequential) made for the SS work on the Z

Thanks for all input

Number23 · 01-03-2013, 12:45 PM

My advice? Participate in a track day or two. Learning to be a better driver is a great mod for any car you drive. Plus TDs are great fun.

ace32x · 01-03-2013, 12:49 PM

rotofab cai is great i have one and love it! after that its all how deep you want to reach in your pockets :P

Deke736 · 01-03-2013, 12:54 PM

CAI is a great first mod if you are going for performance. Currently, the Roto-Fab is the best option out there and one of the only ones that don't require a tune. I am holding out until the spring to see what CAI, Inc comes out with.

As for the halos, I recommend the JDP Motorsports kit. Click on my signature to see my complete build thread for pics, I have an AGM ZL1 and have done a lot of appearance mods, so it may give you some ideas. I also have the Technostalgia rapid fire/ sequential tail lights installed along with a bunch of other lighting goodies you may want to consider. I hope this helps! Have fun with the mods!

camaro2009 · 01-03-2013, 01:12 PM

Deke it was your Z that inspired me to look into the red halos!!!! Its sick looking! thanks Rotofab is on back order for all the goodies I want ,lol

Deke736 · 01-03-2013, 01:57 PM

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Originally Posted by camaro2009

Deke it was your Z that inspired me to look into the red halos!!!! Its sick looking! thanks Rotofab is on back order for all the goodies I want ,lol

Thanks for the compliment, it means a lot! I love the red halos and if I could have them on all the time I would, but it's not legal to drive with red lights on in the front in Illinois!

Combover · 01-03-2013, 02:10 PM

simple first mod - floor mats from Maureen and Becky!

Sounds like you're going to have a LOT of fun

JDP Motorsports · 01-03-2013, 02:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by camaro2009

alright, i have a bone stock 2013 ZL-1 AGM ,M6 I want to know what mods are good for performance? CAI i assume should be first on the list?? Which one is best? No road racing, although I will be taking it to the track this summer to put it through the paces!!!

And i also would like to change the Halos? I have seen several with red halos, and they look killer!! When i had my SS i put the chevy Cat back system on there and it sounded good, but I like the sound of the exhaust the Z has now? Any real advantages to changing the factory exhaust?

Basically? Baby steps here. One thing at a time, so i can see what difference each mod makes.. I will be keeping this one.. At least until the 6th gen comes out

And do the tail light (sequential) made for the SS work on the Z

Thanks for all input

I'd suggest starting with a PCV Catch-Can and an intake system. The Roto-Fab is the best performer on the market. The factory cat-back is good if you like the sound but you might want to consider headers and/or a pulley upgrade down the road.

Please feel free to call, email or PM me anytime with questions!

Quote:

Originally Posted by Deke736

CAI is a great first mod if you are going for performance. Currently, the Roto-Fab is the best option out there and one of the only ones that don't require a tune. I am holding out until the spring to see what CAI, Inc comes out with.

As for the halos, I recommend the JDP Motorsports kit. Click on my signature to see my complete build thread for pics, I have an AGM ZL1 and have done a lot of appearance mods, so it may give you some ideas. I also have the Technostalgia rapid fire/ sequential tail lights installed along with a bunch of other lighting goodies you may want to consider. I hope this helps! Have fun with the mods!

Kind regards,

Jordan Priestley
888.308.6007

sportyb24 · 01-03-2013, 02:24 PM

Roto-Fab cai a must!!!

SamHouseIII · 01-03-2013, 02:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JDP Motorsports

I'd suggest starting with a PCV Catch-Can and an intake system. The Roto-Fab is the best performer on the market. The factory cat-back is good if you like the sound but you might want to consider headers and/or a pulley upgrade down the road.

Please feel free to call, email or PM me anytime with questions!

Kind regards,

Jordan Priestley
888.308.6007

jameslk55 · 01-03-2013, 03:31 PM

I would get a catch can and leave it the way it is.

BonestockZL1 · 01-03-2013, 03:41 PM

Roto-Fab CAI
RX catch can
Lingenfelter coolant reservoir
waiting on Big Gulp...

willhe64 · 01-03-2013, 03:56 PM

Do what Deke did and strap an SR-71 Blackbird to the back.

SlugWound · 01-03-2013, 05:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by camaro2009

alright, i have a bone stock 2013 ZL-1 AGM ,M6 I want to know what mods are good for performance? CAI i assume should be first on the list?? Which one is best? No road racing, although I will be taking it to the track this summer to put it through the paces!!!

And i also would like to change the Halos? I have seen several with red halos, and they look killer!! When i had my SS i put the chevy Cat back system on there and it sounded good, but I like the sound of the exhaust the Z has now? Any real advantages to changing the factory exhaust?

Basically? Baby steps here. One thing at a time, so i can see what difference each mod makes.. I will be keeping this one.. At least until the 6th gen comes out

And do the tail light (sequential) made for the SS work on the Z

Thanks for all input

I went with the rotofab CAI based on this forum and have no regrets. Looks good, performs well, sounds great and easy to install. I would also order a catch can as well. I just received mine and plan to install soon. Various locations in the engine compartment to install, so I would do a search for other member ideas. Good luck with your ride! Congrats.

01-03-2013, 12:40 PM	#1
camaro2009 camaro2009 Drives: 2013 ZL-1 AGM 6M #0369 Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Missouri,Hume Posts: 101 View My Garage	What mods first guys? alright, i have a bone stock 2013 ZL-1 AGM ,M6 I want to know what mods are good for performance? CAI i assume should be first on the list?? Which one is best? No road racing, although I will be taking it to the track this summer to put it through the paces!!! And i also would like to change the Halos? I have seen several with red halos, and they look killer!! When i had my SS i put the chevy Cat back system on there and it sounded good, but I like the sound of the exhaust the Z has now? Any real advantages to changing the factory exhaust? Basically? Baby steps here. One thing at a time, so i can see what difference each mod makes.. I will be keeping this one.. At least until the 6th gen comes out And do the tail light (sequential) made for the SS work on the Z Thanks for all input __________________ 2013 Camaro ZL-1 AGM M6 2010 Camaro 2SS CGM with SIM stripes(Traded) 2007 Chevy Duramax Dually LBCC 1974 Camaro Type LT 1995 Camaro Plum V-6 Auto 80k original miles Traded the '10 SS for the BAD ASS 2013 ZL-1 AGM ,M-6 Once again the thanks go out to my wonderful wife and a chance encounter while servicing my Duramax!! Destiny......nope...FATE

01-03-2013, 12:49 PM	#3
ace32x Drives: 2013 ZL1 Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: puyallup Posts: 543	rotofab cai is great i have one and love it! after that its all how deep you want to reach in your pockets :P __________________ C6Z06 400ci, twin gen 2 promod 88's,th400, Alky car

01-03-2013, 12:54 PM	#4
Deke736 COTW 12/3/12 Drives: 2012 Ashen Gray ZL1 Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Glen Carbon, IL Posts: 3,279	CAI is a great first mod if you are going for performance. Currently, the Roto-Fab is the best option out there and one of the only ones that don't require a tune. I am holding out until the spring to see what CAI, Inc comes out with. As for the halos, I recommend the JDP Motorsports kit. Click on my signature to see my complete build thread for pics, I have an AGM ZL1 and have done a lot of appearance mods, so it may give you some ideas. I also have the Technostalgia rapid fire/ sequential tail lights installed along with a bunch of other lighting goodies you may want to consider. I hope this helps! Have fun with the mods! __________________

01-03-2013, 01:12 PM	#5
camaro2009 camaro2009 Drives: 2013 ZL-1 AGM 6M #0369 Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Missouri,Hume Posts: 101 View My Garage	Deke it was your Z that inspired me to look into the red halos!!!! Its sick looking! thanks Rotofab is on back order for all the goodies I want ,lol __________________ 2013 Camaro ZL-1 AGM M6 2010 Camaro 2SS CGM with SIM stripes(Traded) 2007 Chevy Duramax Dually LBCC 1974 Camaro Type LT 1995 Camaro Plum V-6 Auto 80k original miles Traded the '10 SS for the BAD ASS 2013 ZL-1 AGM ,M-6 Once again the thanks go out to my wonderful wife and a chance encounter while servicing my Duramax!! Destiny......nope...FATE

01-03-2013, 02:24 PM	#9
sportyb24 Romanian Outlaw Drives: 13 ZL1 , 14 Silverado Crew Cab Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Texas Baby Posts: 1,082	Roto-Fab cai a must!!! __________________ [/SIGPIC]2013 Camaro ZL1 M6

01-03-2013, 12:45 PM	#2
Number23 Drives: 2012 Boss 302 Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: United States Posts: 45 View My Garage	My advice? Participate in a track day or two. Learning to be a better driver is a great mod for any car you drive. Plus TDs are great fun.

01-03-2013, 02:10 PM	#7
Combover Drives: 2013 ZL1 Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Georgia Posts: 493	simple first mod - floor mats from Maureen and Becky! Sounds like you're going to have a LOT of fun

01-03-2013, 03:31 PM	#11
jameslk55 Drives: 2012 2LT/RS, 2005 SLK55 AMG Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Falls Church, VA Posts: 1,163	I would get a catch can and leave it the way it is.

01-03-2013, 03:41 PM	#12
BonestockZL1 Drives: 2012 ZL1 Camaro Join Date: May 2012 Location: PA Posts: 181	Roto-Fab CAI RX catch can Lingenfelter coolant reservoir waiting on Big Gulp... __________________

01-03-2013, 03:56 PM	#13
willhe64 Drives: 2012 45th Vert, 2011 4x4, 9sec Vega Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Canada Posts: 2,188	Do what Deke did and strap an SR-71 Blackbird to the back. __________________ I feel it only fair to warn you, I have a black belt in CAPS LOCK.