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USMC93 · 04-17-2015, 06:56 PM

Hello everyone, I recently purchased a 1998 z28 that was completely stock.

Since I have installed a catback SLP Loudmouth Exhaust, and yesterday I installed a K&N FIPK Cold Air Intake.

I am trying to find out new ways to add horsepower to the car without spending a ton of money. Obviously I wish I could put cams and a supercharger or turbo charger in it but I just don't have the money to do so.

If anyone knows of any upgrades I can do to the car to get more torque and HP out of the car let me know.

Also keep in mind that I am currently stationed in California and half of the things are unfortunately illegal lol

wally mayfield · 04-17-2015, 07:04 PM

Horsepower isn't free, I sure you know that already..If you're a Marine (thank you for your service) Im thinking you're not overweight.

Probably a lower gear will make the car feel faster….but you'll sacrifice mpg..

My car came with a trunk mat that i swear weighs 50 lbs…unload anything not required.

USMC93 · 04-17-2015, 11:21 PM

I am a Marine, thank you.

I just figured there might be some tiny parts here and there that would add a few HP here and there.

Not really worried about weight, just performance parts.

I decided to just say screw it and bought a camshaft for it.

jrpimp00 · 04-19-2015, 08:26 PM

Headers and a good stall if an auto will help a lot.

zr1chris · 04-20-2015, 09:37 AM

Many moons ago when I had my 98 Z I ported out my stock MAF sensor and pulled the screen out. It's free and seemed to help it breathe a bit better. Might have unlocked up to 5 HP

04-17-2015, 06:56 PM	#1
USMC93 Drives: 98 Camaro Z28, 13 Chevy Tahoe LT Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Oceanside, CA Posts: 2	Anyone have tips for more Horsepower Hello everyone, I recently purchased a 1998 z28 that was completely stock. Since I have installed a catback SLP Loudmouth Exhaust, and yesterday I installed a K&N FIPK Cold Air Intake. I am trying to find out new ways to add horsepower to the car without spending a ton of money. Obviously I wish I could put cams and a supercharger or turbo charger in it but I just don't have the money to do so. If anyone knows of any upgrades I can do to the car to get more torque and HP out of the car let me know. Also keep in mind that I am currently stationed in California and half of the things are unfortunately illegal lol

04-17-2015, 07:04 PM	#2
wally mayfield Drives: 2013 2SS 6M Join Date: May 2013 Location: eastern high sierra Posts: 893	Horsepower isn't free, I sure you know that already..If you're a Marine (thank you for your service) Im thinking you're not overweight. Probably a lower gear will make the car feel faster….but you'll sacrifice mpg.. My car came with a trunk mat that i swear weighs 50 lbs…unload anything not required. __________________ Strut tower brace(GM), CAI, Blade Spoiler, ZL1 wheels and tires, Heritage grill, Dual mode exhaust, and thats it, no more..except for the lowering springs..Ok Hotchkis springs were delivered today, thats it..

04-19-2015, 08:26 PM	#4
jrpimp00 Drives: '10 Black/IOM Camaro SS/RS Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Fayetteville NC Posts: 530	Headers and a good stall if an auto will help a lot. __________________ 2010 Camaro 2SS/RS Black/IOM //// 1998 Pontiac Trans AM 819 RWHP @ 12 PSI (Turbo)

04-17-2015, 11:21 PM	#3
USMC93 Drives: 98 Camaro Z28, 13 Chevy Tahoe LT Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Oceanside, CA Posts: 2	I am a Marine, thank you. I just figured there might be some tiny parts here and there that would add a few HP here and there. Not really worried about weight, just performance parts. I decided to just say screw it and bought a camshaft for it.

04-20-2015, 09:37 AM	#5
zr1chris Drives: 2018 Camaro 1SS/1LE Join Date: Feb 2015 Location: Port Saint Lucie FL Posts: 1,224	Many moons ago when I had my 98 Z I ported out my stock MAF sensor and pulled the screen out. It's free and seemed to help it breathe a bit better. Might have unlocked up to 5 HP