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plowxman · 03-08-2013, 01:49 AM

I am looking to get some more power out of Starky, V8 L99. Currently she has a Volant CAI, resonator delete, Flowmaster 40's and a heavy right foot. I am waiting to receive my CNC Ported throttle body. What else can I get to increase HP without getting any type of "charge"/forced induction? Also keep in mind I live in CA and need to be able to pass smog testing! Thanks in advance guys!

TriGun · 03-08-2013, 02:07 AM

L99 to LS3 conversion.

CAM.

Underdrive pulley.

plowxman · 03-08-2013, 02:18 AM

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Originally Posted by TriGun

L99 to LS3 conversion.

CAM.

Underdrive pulley.

How much would I be looking to spend?

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JEFF75645 · 03-08-2013, 02:26 AM

3 or 4 grand. Maybe more.

My cam-heads package was over 5 grand.

plowxman · 03-08-2013, 02:27 AM

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Originally Posted by JEFF75645

2 to 3 grand.

Ya not quite in the neighborhood for spending money like that. I am a college student, having a car like I do now is a huge plus as it is!

JEFF75645 · 03-08-2013, 02:45 AM

There are other options. Im sure some one will be along shortly to discuss them.

SSGUNNER · 03-08-2013, 03:11 AM

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Originally Posted by plowxman

Ya not quite in the neighborhood for spending money like that. I am a college student, having a car like I do now is a huge plus as it is!

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TriGun · 03-08-2013, 03:54 AM

Increasing HP is all related to getting air in and out without restriction or by induction. Depending on how much HP, supporting mods are required such a fueling upgrades and/or forged parts.

However, you can install higher gear ratio 3.9 or 4.1 along with a torque converter to enhance acceleration. Rare axle pushes, trailing arms and sway bars to eliminate wheel hop and to provide better hooking to the ground too.

At the end don't aim for cheap parts to save some money. always aim for quality

litle88 · 03-08-2013, 05:29 AM

1) You live in the "people's republic of California"
2) your a college student and you NEED to worry about a warranty and your education!
3) sell the Volant and get a rotofab or Haltech with the plastic tubing.
4) you can't cam or do Ls3 conversions unless you "know" somebody correct?

I'd leave it stock, but if you want more hp see #3 and some long tubes with a tune.
Just my .2

BenningJ · 03-08-2013, 10:29 AM

Shorty headers and hi flow cats. Those 2 will give you a nice bump. You will be looking to spend about $900 but you won't need to tune.

nokmero · 03-08-2013, 10:35 AM

i have L99 tvs2300 and im dropping off my car this weekend
1.L99 to LS3 conversion
2.Cam
3.ls7 lifters
4.american racing long tubes(no cats)
5.smaller pully
6.harmonic balance pully

grand total of $5,750.

Nightmare2012 · 03-08-2013, 11:18 AM

L99 to ls3 conversion,night fury cam,pushrods,dual.valve springs,3500 stall,cai,longtubes,headwork,and a tune grand total of 4,467.89 for @ 500rwhp thats my personal setup btw.

litle88 · 03-08-2013, 12:20 PM

Shorties will not be worth it if you ask me.

Nightmare2012 · 03-08-2013, 12:44 PM

I don't think he can use long tubes though.

03-08-2013, 01:49 AM	#1
plowxman Starsky Drives: 2012 V8 SIM SS/RS Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Glendora Posts: 426	More Power - L99 I am looking to get some more power out of Starky, V8 L99. Currently she has a Volant CAI, resonator delete, Flowmaster 40's and a heavy right foot. I am waiting to receive my CNC Ported throttle body. What else can I get to increase HP without getting any type of "charge"/forced induction? Also keep in mind I live in CA and need to be able to pass smog testing! Thanks in advance guys! __________________ Last edited by plowxman; 03-08-2013 at 01:52 AM. Reason: Emissions - CA

03-08-2013, 02:26 AM	#4
JEFF75645 Drives: his wife crazy buying mods Join Date: May 2012 Location: Gilmer, TX Posts: 1,342 View My Garage	3 or 4 grand. Maybe more. My cam-heads package was over 5 grand. __________________ Gone But Not Forgotten

03-08-2013, 02:45 AM	#6
JEFF75645 Drives: his wife crazy buying mods Join Date: May 2012 Location: Gilmer, TX Posts: 1,342 View My Garage	There are other options. Im sure some one will be along shortly to discuss them. __________________ Gone But Not Forgotten

03-08-2013, 05:29 AM	#9
litle88 V8 Lounge member #2 Drives: 2001 Ws6 Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Burbank,IL Posts: 6,373	1) You live in the "people's republic of California" 2) your a college student and you NEED to worry about a warranty and your education! 3) sell the Volant and get a rotofab or Haltech with the plastic tubing. 4) you can't cam or do Ls3 conversions unless you "know" somebody correct? I'd leave it stock, but if you want more hp see #3 and some long tubes with a tune. Just my .2 __________________ 2001 ws6, 40k miles, Ls3 416 stroker, short block built by PER the rest by me. LPE Ls3 heads milled to 12-1 comp, FAST 102, NW 102, kooks 2", dual DMH cutouts, Magnaflow C/B, BTR cam + springs. Full UMI suspension.

03-08-2013, 10:29 AM	#10
BenningJ Drives: 2013 AGM 1SS/RS LS3 Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Cedar Falls, Iowa Posts: 1,581 View My Garage	Shorty headers and hi flow cats. Those 2 will give you a nice bump. You will be looking to spend about $900 but you won't need to tune. __________________ 2013 Camaro 1SS/RS - Ashen Gray Metallic \| LS3 \| CAI Inductions, Inc Intake \| Vmax Ported Throttle Body \| Dynatech 1.875" Long Tube Headers \| Apex Scoop & Washer Bottle Relocation \| Lethal Racing Night Fury Cam \| BTR 7.400" Push Rods \|LS2 Dampener \| Melling 10296 Oil Pump \| IWIS Chain \| BTR .660" Dual Valve Springs \| BTR Trunion Upgrade Kit \| Lethal Racing Tuned \| Anvil Notch Spoiler \| BMR Split Drop Springs \| Eaton TrueTrac \| GM 3.91 Gears \| LPW Diff Cover \| Rohana RF2 275/40 20x10F 315/35 20x11R \| BMR Polyurethane Motor Mounts

03-08-2013, 02:07 AM	#2
TriGun Drives: Camaro 2SS/RS Ice Silver Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Kuwait Posts: 205	L99 to LS3 conversion. CAM. Underdrive pulley.

03-08-2013, 03:54 AM	#8
TriGun Drives: Camaro 2SS/RS Ice Silver Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Kuwait Posts: 205	Increasing HP is all related to getting air in and out without restriction or by induction. Depending on how much HP, supporting mods are required such a fueling upgrades and/or forged parts. However, you can install higher gear ratio 3.9 or 4.1 along with a torque converter to enhance acceleration. Rare axle pushes, trailing arms and sway bars to eliminate wheel hop and to provide better hooking to the ground too. At the end don't aim for cheap parts to save some money. always aim for quality

03-08-2013, 10:35 AM	#11
nokmero Drives: 2010 magna charged Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: torrance Posts: 169	i have L99 tvs2300 and im dropping off my car this weekend 1.L99 to LS3 conversion 2.Cam 3.ls7 lifters 4.american racing long tubes(no cats) 5.smaller pully 6.harmonic balance pully grand total of $5,750.

03-08-2013, 11:18 AM	#12
Nightmare2012 come find out;) Drives: stockish 2012 camaro ss Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: speed county Posts: 2,166 View My Garage	L99 to ls3 conversion,night fury cam,pushrods,dual.valve springs,3500 stall,cai,longtubes,headwork,and a tune grand total of 4,467.89 for @ 500rwhp thats my personal setup btw.

03-08-2013, 12:20 PM	#13
litle88 V8 Lounge member #2 Drives: 2001 Ws6 Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Burbank,IL Posts: 6,373	Shorties will not be worth it if you ask me. __________________ 2001 ws6, 40k miles, Ls3 416 stroker, short block built by PER the rest by me. LPE Ls3 heads milled to 12-1 comp, FAST 102, NW 102, kooks 2", dual DMH cutouts, Magnaflow C/B, BTR cam + springs. Full UMI suspension.

03-08-2013, 12:44 PM	#14
Nightmare2012 come find out;) Drives: stockish 2012 camaro ss Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: speed county Posts: 2,166 View My Garage	I don't think he can use long tubes though.