Vararam owners update? - Camaro5 Chevy Camaro Forum / Camaro ZL1, SS and V6 Forums

m0nkz0r · 09-07-2011, 01:01 PM

So, it's been a while since the Vararam intake came out and many people installed it. I just wondered how you guys are liking it after having it for a while? I just ordered mine and I was just curious.

burtial · 09-07-2011, 01:17 PM

+1

mydreamcar · 09-07-2011, 01:41 PM

so far so gpood, only a week but drove it pretty hard after the breakin 100 miles , put another 300 miles driving it, def better acceleration of the line and def a better pull/feeling in 2nd and 3rd gear.

67 GTO · 09-07-2011, 01:48 PM

Early adopter here. After some minor fitment issues that were worked out, I'm pleased.

I like the look and the performance is there. How much remains to be seen until we see some time slips.

Shuffler · 09-07-2011, 05:08 PM

Still lovin' it. Not one issue. Sounds great. Runs great.

Phendy · 09-07-2011, 05:56 PM

Love mine, getting close to 3000 miles

GoPaul · 09-07-2011, 06:00 PM

Love mine too

KMPrenger · 09-07-2011, 06:07 PM

Couldn't be happier with mine....as another early adopter I had some issues with the intake moving and closing up the air intake, but all it took was some minor adjustments and now the thing doesn't move.

Car pulls good and sounds great.

TJ91 · 09-07-2011, 06:07 PM

love mine, sounds great, picks up great. Had a few fitment issues but VR took care of it right away.

LLT'MARO · 09-07-2011, 06:48 PM

Concur with above...love the intake and apparent power increase

Sterling · 09-07-2011, 06:50 PM

You are going to love it... I know I do.

JBruno88 · 09-07-2011, 06:53 PM

A buddy and I went to the drag strip this past Monday. He had the vararam CAI and I have the injen short ram CAI. His best time was 14.506 and my best was 14.536. I'm not sure if the intake nets the 30hp gains as stated.

MINI HLK · 09-07-2011, 07:25 PM

Well I have the Vararam and love it. That along with the MRT V1.0 exhaust is very nice. I have yet to drag my car, I will say from the light I passed a car afterword he asked, "what size engine you so have in that car?". I stated a V6, you should of seen his face.. Priceless!!!

Yes I love my Vararam also the customer service is excellent !!!

ChadG · 09-07-2011, 08:16 PM

Couldn't be happier with my Vararam . . . I was one of the early adopters and had some fit issues. Vararam took care of everything in a first class manner and other members were extremely helpful in assisting me to get it to fit perfectly.

derek19 · 09-07-2011, 09:28 PM

I'm loving mine. As others have said, worked out some fitment issues and its been great since. Now the only problem is trying to stay out of the throttle. Tires are gonna wear pretty damn fast if i don't.

ParisTNDude · 09-07-2011, 10:13 PM

For kicks, I pulled the Vararam and reinstalled the K&N CAI in my Camaro and it was soooooo slow, I imediately went back to the Vararam and sold the K&N. The K&N was a great improvement over stock, but the Vararam is the best in my opinion. My car moved from 12.9s to the best of 12.69 with the Vararam. Going to Holley LS Fest to see if there's any further improvement after a true dyno tune!

Maurdib · 09-08-2011, 12:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JBruno88

A buddy and I went to the drag strip this past Monday. He had the vararam CAI and I have the injen short ram CAI. His best time was 14.506 and my best was 14.536. I'm not sure if the intake nets the 30hp gains as stated.

Is that the only mods either of you have?

67 GTO · 09-08-2011, 03:10 PM

Update with the chrome trim. As I said before, this was a PITA to install but well worth the trouble.

After the install it would try and walk off the ends but I kept on pushing it on there and after awhile it behaved and it's conformed with the underside of the hood. No need to play with it any longer.

Holds up the flimsy rubber and looks good IMHO.

Pics from today after about 3-4 weeks.

mydreamcar · 09-08-2011, 03:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 67 GTO

Update with the chrome trim. As I said before, this was a PITA to install but well worth the trouble.

After the install it would try and walk off the ends but I kept on pushing it on there and after awhile it behaved and it's conformed with the underside of the hood. No need to play with it any longer.

Holds up the flimsy rubber and looks good IMHO.

Pics from today after about 3-4 weeks.

thats a great idea

wal-dog · 09-08-2011, 05:06 PM

What kind of MPG increases are you guys seeing?

MINI HLK · 09-08-2011, 10:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by wal-dog

What kind of MPG increases are you guys seeing?

21 - 22 MPG Normal driving...

17 - 18 MPG Driving not so normal... (happens alot)...

mydreamcar · 09-24-2011, 05:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 67 GTO

Update with the chrome trim. As I said before, this was a PITA to install but well worth the trouble.

After the install it would try and walk off the ends but I kept on pushing it on there and after awhile it behaved and it's conformed with the underside of the hood. No need to play with it any longer.

Holds up the flimsy rubber and looks good IMHO.

Pics from today after about 3-4 weeks.

67GTO, awesome idea, did it today , small screwdriver helps in push the rubber into the trim. but makes it look cleaner.

09-07-2011, 01:01 PM	#1
m0nkz0r Drives: 2011 Camaro LS V6 Victory Red Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: KS Posts: 31 View My Garage	Vararam owners update? So, it's been a while since the Vararam intake came out and many people installed it. I just wondered how you guys are liking it after having it for a while? I just ordered mine and I was just curious.

09-07-2011, 01:17 PM	#2
burtial Drives: 2011 Camaro 2LT/RS Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Dallas, TX Posts: 96	+1 __________________ K&N Aircharger, BBK longtube ceramic headers w/high flow cats, Solo Mach X-LLT Catback exhaust, Street Scene body kit and Trifecta tune.

09-07-2011, 01:41 PM	#3
mydreamcar My Dream Car Drives: SIM LS 2010 Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: staten island Posts: 1,021	so far so gpood, only a week but drove it pretty hard after the breakin 100 miles , put another 300 miles driving it, def better acceleration of the line and def a better pull/feeling in 2nd and 3rd gear. __________________ Vararam / MRT V2 / Trifecta Tune / RX Catch Can/ SS Rims-Tires / Vmax Throttle Body / BBK LT and HFC /Mace Ported IM / Black Iceolator / Mace Phenlum Spacer

09-07-2011, 01:48 PM	#4
67 GTO 13.453 @ 101.90 Drives: 2010 Camaro 2LT Rally Yellow Join Date: May 2009 Location: SE Pa. Posts: 1,908	Early adopter here. After some minor fitment issues that were worked out, I'm pleased. I like the look and the performance is there. How much remains to be seen until we see some time slips. __________________ GMPP exhaust/JBA shorties/Vararam CAI/VMax TB/SLP Pulley/VMax IM isolator/MACE Ported IM +Plenum Spacer/IPF Tuned

09-07-2011, 05:08 PM	#5
Shuffler God Bless Dawson Drives: Synergy for my Daughter Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Texas Posts: 3,093	Still lovin' it. Not one issue. Sounds great. Runs great. __________________

09-07-2011, 05:56 PM	#6
Phendy Drives: 2010 1lt Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Texas Posts: 104	Love mine, getting close to 3000 miles __________________ Vararam intake, Anvil Auto Spoiler, powdercoated wheels, SJM cupholder and footwell lighting, new sound system, Rx catch can and breather, Vmax ported tb

09-07-2011, 06:00 PM	#7
GoPaul H-Town Camaro Club Drives: 2010 Black Camaro 2LT RS M6 Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Katy, TX Posts: 900 View My Garage	Love mine too __________________ Best Timeslip: <Time Slip> Latest Dyno (w. Injen only): <Dyno Sheet> Journal: <Here>

09-07-2011, 06:07 PM	#8
KMPrenger Drives: '10 ABM LT/RS, 01 Ford Ranger Join Date: May 2009 Location: Jefferson City, Missouri Posts: 6,959	Couldn't be happier with mine....as another early adopter I had some issues with the intake moving and closing up the air intake, but all it took was some minor adjustments and now the thing doesn't move. Car pulls good and sounds great. __________________ Shes ALL MINE! - 8/24/2009 2G1FB1EV2A9133373 Custom Magnaflow Exhaust, Vararam intake, MACE Ported Intake Manifold, RX Ported TB, RX "Black Ice" manifold insulator, Trifecta Tune, Mike Norris Catch Can, DRL Harness, Heritage grill, Street Scene lower grill, NLP Spoiler, ZL1 rockers, Switchblade silver interior, Defenderworx sills, and more!

09-07-2011, 06:07 PM	#9
TJ91 :chevy: Drives: 2LT/RS Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Toronto Posts: 12,346	love mine, sounds great, picks up great. Had a few fitment issues but VR took care of it right away. __________________ CAMARO Consult your doctor before taking Camaro Side effects include Sudden increase in Heart Rate, Insomnia and occasional hallucinations If you experience Permagrin exceeding 4 hours after taking Camaro, seek immediate Camaro5 Help CAMARO Bringing excitment back into the Garage

09-07-2011, 06:48 PM	#10
LLT'MARO Drives: 2010 Camaro V6/6Spd Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Virginia Posts: 36	Concur with above...love the intake and apparent power increase

09-07-2011, 06:50 PM	#11
Sterling Drives: 2010 Camaro 1LT/RS M6 Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Fairhaven, MA Posts: 5,910 View My Garage	You are going to love it... I know I do. __________________ Trifecta tune, Vararam Intake, VMAX throttle body and manifold insulator, RxPerformance Catch Can, , MRT v1.0 and Louvers, Barton shifter, BMR strut tower brace, RED dome light and Plasma LED DRL's, fieldgoal00's Halo 1 harness, hood spears/side stripes, rain guards, custom bowtie, Team LLT badges, headlight and foglight covers, taillight and side marker covers, backup light covers, WeatherTech floormats

09-07-2011, 06:53 PM	#12
JBruno88 Drives: 1LT/RS Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Wheeling, IL Posts: 85	A buddy and I went to the drag strip this past Monday. He had the vararam CAI and I have the injen short ram CAI. His best time was 14.506 and my best was 14.536. I'm not sure if the intake nets the 30hp gains as stated.

09-07-2011, 07:25 PM	#13
MINI HLK Drives: LS A6 Join Date: May 2011 Location: Washington Posts: 1,835 View My Garage	Well I have the Vararam and love it. That along with the MRT V1.0 exhaust is very nice. I have yet to drag my car, I will say from the light I passed a car afterword he asked, "what size engine you so have in that car?". I stated a V6, you should of seen his face.. Priceless!!! Yes I love my Vararam also the customer service is excellent !!! __________________ Mini Hulk Build

09-07-2011, 08:16 PM	#14
ChadG Drives: 2010 Black Camaro LS Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Bay Area, CA Posts: 1,283 View My Garage	Couldn't be happier with my Vararam . . . I was one of the early adopters and had some fit issues. Vararam took care of everything in a first class manner and other members were extremely helpful in assisting me to get it to fit perfectly. Attached Images

09-07-2011, 09:28 PM	#15
derek19 Drives: 2011 1LT RS Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Memphis Posts: 186	I'm loving mine. As others have said, worked out some fitment issues and its been great since. Now the only problem is trying to stay out of the throttle. Tires are gonna wear pretty damn fast if i don't.

09-07-2011, 10:13 PM	#16
ParisTNDude Drives: 2006 Corvette Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Paris, TN Posts: 1,911 View My Garage	Vararam For kicks, I pulled the Vararam and reinstalled the K&N CAI in my Camaro and it was soooooo slow, I imediately went back to the Vararam and sold the K&N. The K&N was a great improvement over stock, but the Vararam is the best in my opinion. My car moved from 12.9s to the best of 12.69 with the Vararam. Going to Holley LS Fest to see if there's any further improvement after a true dyno tune! __________________ Current ride: 2006 Corvette, LG long tube headers, HF cats, Xpipe, Vararam, Vmax ported throttle body, Z06 bi-mode axle backs, Fast LSXR 102 intake, DynoSpeed tune Dragtimes link: http://www.dragtimes.com/Chevrolet-C...html?r=1"]2010

09-08-2011, 03:10 PM	#18
67 GTO 13.453 @ 101.90 Drives: 2010 Camaro 2LT Rally Yellow Join Date: May 2009 Location: SE Pa. Posts: 1,908	Update with the chrome trim. As I said before, this was a PITA to install but well worth the trouble. After the install it would try and walk off the ends but I kept on pushing it on there and after awhile it behaved and it's conformed with the underside of the hood. No need to play with it any longer. Holds up the flimsy rubber and looks good IMHO. Pics from today after about 3-4 weeks. Attached Images __________________ GMPP exhaust/JBA shorties/Vararam CAI/VMax TB/SLP Pulley/VMax IM isolator/MACE Ported IM +Plenum Spacer/IPF Tuned

09-08-2011, 05:06 PM	#20
wal-dog Drives: 1LT w/ RS package Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Tucson Posts: 50	What kind of MPG increases are you guys seeing?

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