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LSXDoc · 03-27-2016, 11:15 PM

I got a smokin' offer from Andy at ADM Performance, so I pulled the trigger on his Stage 1 kit with new GM LSA supercharger. I took it on in stages. First with the HX install, and then with the actual install. Took about 2 hours for the HX and another 8 or so for the supercharger. Tuning starts tomorrow.

Big shout out to Andy at ADM for the deal on parts and the several phone calls with questions (as this was my and the shops first LSA install). Also, another great thanks to Tim Gamble at Deep Stage Tuning in Norman, OK for the use of his shop and his help this weekend. I could not have finished this without both of their help.

CTSVBiggie · 03-27-2016, 11:29 PM

Much like. Must get. I need boost in my life

Olddudesrule · 03-28-2016, 08:12 AM

Sub'ed. Want to hear what numbers you get. Other than the LTH's (and HFC's I assume), any other engine mods going into this? Completely stock motor otherwise?

Camarotobeornottobe · 03-28-2016, 11:59 AM

If you cared about such things, would the ZL1 engine cover fit on the LSA supercharged SS motor?

Galaxy_Stranger · 03-28-2016, 02:36 PM

Are you doing to have to modify anything else? Transmission?

What's this going to do to the power band?

LSXDoc · 03-28-2016, 03:37 PM

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Originally Posted by Camarotobeornottobe

If you cared about such things, would the ZL1 engine cover fit on the LSA supercharged SS motor?

From the looks of it, the supercharger has the mounting tabs for the cover. So I would think it will fit.

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Originally Posted by Galaxy_Stranger

Are you doing to have to modify anything else? Transmission?

What's this going to do to the power band?

I will most likely need a clutch in the immediate future, and all the suspension upgrades to properly apply the power to the ground. As for the power band, not sure, this is the first LSA conversion I have worked with.

1LE_LEO · 03-29-2016, 12:06 AM

Looks good man, congrats. I'll be doing the same thing in a couple months can't wait. I'll be adding extra to my build. Anything difficult that you ran into?

supergt99 · 03-29-2016, 06:05 AM

congrats on the supercharger. yes the lsa cover fits

LSXDoc · 03-29-2016, 12:01 PM

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Originally Posted by 1LE_LEO

Looks good man, congrats. I'll be doing the same thing in a couple months can't wait. I'll be adding extra to my build. Anything difficult that you ran into?

You have to bend the steam tube like 30 degrees down and toward the driver side. It worried me a little but seems to be working. You have to either remove or trim the plastic pieces on each side for the HX. I chose to trim, preference I guess. You have to trim the heat extractor (14-15 only) because it will make contact with the top hose going to the LID. I spaced the heat extractor for now with washers because I don't want to cut on it. And lastly, the factory 1LE strut tower brace didn't clear, and I had to space it with washers as well. I will just buy a ZL1 strut tower brace and sell the one I have.

Outside of all of that, I got to drive it for the first time last night. Drove it to my tuner's house, and we did some street tuning. Let me say, OH MY GAWD! This car is a FREAKING BEAST! I had a friend tell me the 3.91s would be too much, but the car pulls so hard. The acceleration and power is ridiculous and instantaneous! I could not be happier.

Thor142 · 03-29-2016, 12:17 PM

Do you track it OP? Wondering what the consequences of the SC are with heat on a track.

KaBoom1701 · 03-29-2016, 01:06 PM

Congrats.

I'm not sure why more SS peeps don't do this LSA conversion. .....

1LE_LEO · 03-29-2016, 01:46 PM

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Originally Posted by LSXDoc

You have to bend the steam tube like 30 degrees down and toward the driver side. It worried me a little but seems to be working. You have to either remove or trim the plastic pieces on each side for the HX. I chose to trim, preference I guess. You have to trim the heat extractor (14-15 only) because it will make contact with the top hose going to the LID. I spaced the heat extractor for now with washers because I don't want to cut on it. And lastly, the factory 1LE strut tower brace didn't clear, and I had to space it with washers as well. I will just buy a ZL1 strut tower brace and sell the one I have.

Outside of all of that, I got to drive it for the first time last night. Drove it to my tuner's house, and we did some street tuning. Let me say, OH MY GAWD! This car is a FREAKING BEAST! I had a friend tell me the 3.91s would be too much, but the car pulls so hard. The acceleration and power is ridiculous and instantaneous! I could not be happier.

Thanks for sharing man.

Thor142 · 03-29-2016, 02:42 PM

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Originally Posted by KaBoom1701

Congrats.

I'm not sure why more SS peeps don't do this LSA conversion. .....

Well I can't speak for everyone but I'll be taking this car to the track several times a year and I would be VERY concerned with heat soak from the SC. Some people are putting additional oil coolers in the LS3 for track use because of high oil temps. Not to mention added weight in the nose.

adam0311 · 03-29-2016, 06:03 PM

Curious in numbers. Hopefully goin this route soon. Congrats

03-27-2016, 11:29 PM	#2
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03-28-2016, 08:12 AM	#3
Olddudesrule Resident nomad Drives: 2014 Summit White 1SS/1LE Join Date: Nov 2015 Location: Gilbert, AZ Posts: 1,765	Sub'ed. Want to hear what numbers you get. Other than the LTH's (and HFC's I assume), any other engine mods going into this? Completely stock motor otherwise? __________________ Sold: 2007 Z06 2002 Viper GTS/ACR 2003 Z06 1965 FFR Cobra 2012 Nissan 370Z ADM LSA Stage II, Roto-Fab CAI, Kooks LTH/HFC's, Phastek CC, ported TB, Mishimoto radiator and oil cooler, BC Racing ER Series CO's, JPSS 32mm Black Magic rear bar, JPSS front inserts, R1 Concepts Premier slotted rotors/Goodrich SS lines, Schroth ASM harness, MGW flatstick, Brey-Krause HB, Tuned by NicD, at Cordes Performance Racing.

03-29-2016, 01:06 PM	#11
KaBoom1701 KaBoom1701 Drives: 13' ZL1 Red M6 Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: I.E. SoCal (Yucaipa) Posts: 8,630	Congrats. I'm not sure why more SS peeps don't do this LSA conversion. ..... __________________ Mods: Roto-Fab Intake, WW Res. kit & Big Gulp Air Scoop, Elite Catch Can, ATI Super Damper & 18% OD Pulley, LF Idler pulley bracket, Metco CC breather, ID850 Injectors, Stainless Power Headers w/ ceramic coating, TR71X Spark Plugs, JMS Fuel Pump Booster, Bo White TB, Tuned by Ted @ Jannetty Racing, Ron Davis HX, D3 Reservoir, Pfadt 1" Springs, Moreno Camber Plates, ZL1 Addons Splitter guard washers, Tow Hook kit & rock guards, Hurst Shifter Billet Plus 6 Speed Short Shifter, ZL1 DRL lighting harness, ZL1 Recaro Seats.

03-28-2016, 11:59 AM	#4
Camarotobeornottobe Drives: 1LE Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: East Coast Man Posts: 550	If you cared about such things, would the ZL1 engine cover fit on the LSA supercharged SS motor?

03-28-2016, 02:36 PM	#5
Galaxy_Stranger Drives: Black 2013 2SS LS3 1LE Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Houston Posts: 256	Are you doing to have to modify anything else? Transmission? What's this going to do to the power band?

03-29-2016, 12:06 AM	#7
1LE_LEO Drives: 2014 Summit White 2SS/1LE Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: Wichita Falls, TX Posts: 87	Looks good man, congrats. I'll be doing the same thing in a couple months can't wait. I'll be adding extra to my build. Anything difficult that you ran into?

03-29-2016, 06:05 AM	#8
supergt99 Drives: 2013 Camaro SS 1LE Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: earth Posts: 288	congrats on the supercharger. yes the lsa cover fits

03-29-2016, 12:17 PM	#10
Thor142 Drives: 2014 2LS (traded in) 2015 1SS 1LE Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: New York Posts: 2,132	Do you track it OP? Wondering what the consequences of the SC are with heat on a track.

03-29-2016, 06:03 PM	#14
adam0311 Drives: 15' red hot 1le Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: Michigan....from South Texas Posts: 94	Curious in numbers. Hopefully goin this route soon. Congrats