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JameSS · 10-08-2008, 09:48 AM

Well the option to add the additional performance exhaust..... worth it or not worth it??? Hmmmmm...... not to much info. on this, no HP/TQ numbers or sound or anything? I am sure most of us will wait for the aftermarket as so will I. Probably will go with the LoudMouth again like I had on my 02.

Now whats got me all worked up are Headers from the factory. I assume this is a Dealer Installation and will be covered under the warranty. If this is the case then sign me up.

headpunter · 10-08-2008, 09:50 AM

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Originally Posted by JameSS

Well the option to add the additional performance exhaust..... worth it or not worth it??? Hmmmmm...... not to much info. on this, no HP/TQ numbers or sound or anything? I am sure most of us will wait for the aftermarket as so will I. Probably will go with the LoudMouth again like I had on my 02.

Now whats got me all worked up are Headers from the factory. I assume this is a Dealer Installation and will be covered under the warranty. If this is the case then sign me up.

yeah i doubt we will get a lot of info on the actual numbers the exhaust will provide for a couple more months

the headers will be covered under warranty if your dealer installs them

*The_Blur* · 10-08-2008, 09:55 AM

It's always worth installing performance parts.

JameSS · 10-08-2008, 09:57 AM

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Originally Posted by headpunter

yeah i doubt we will get a lot of info on the actual numbers the exhaust will provide for a couple more months

the headers will be covered under warranty if your dealer installs them

Yeah I defiantly don't want to be one of the first sets they install. Just don't feel to comfortable with a dealer installing Headers. I wish I could take them to a performance shop.

Scooter · 10-08-2008, 01:57 PM

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Originally Posted by The_Blur

It's always worth installing performance parts.

Would you buy the one from Chevy or another after market company???

CWI · 10-08-2008, 07:27 PM

Because they would be a warranty item, I expect to get the 'shortys' then custom rest of the way with hi flow cats. That should maximize power from that aspect and give me a distinct tone as well. Nice perc of being in the welding and fab business and a friend with custom exhaust shop.

Crowley · 10-08-2008, 07:53 PM

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Originally Posted by CWIweldace

Because they would be a warranty item, I expect to get the 'shortys' then custom rest of the way with hi flow cats. That should maximize power from that aspect and give me a distinct tone as well. Nice perc of being in the welding and fab business and a friend with custom exhaust shop.

my thoughts exactly

headpunter · 10-08-2008, 07:56 PM

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Originally Posted by JameSS

Yeah I defiantly don't want to be one of the first sets they install. Just don't feel to comfortable with a dealer installing Headers. I wish I could take them to a performance shop.

why doubt the dealer for a header install? it wouldn't be any different then instally an exhaust manifold

stovt001 · 10-08-2008, 09:33 PM

I thought I heard once that to be covered under warranty, the dealer must install an item when the car is purchased. This seems pointlessly restrictive and I think it may be wrong. Will dealer installation at any time be covered under warranty?

playhard67 · 10-08-2008, 09:38 PM

IMO as long as it is a GM part and a dealer installs it, it is under warranty

headpunter · 10-08-2008, 10:20 PM

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Originally Posted by playhard67

IMO as long as it is a GM part and a dealer installs it, it is under warranty

correct.

haulass350 · 10-08-2008, 10:33 PM

for the money i dont think i'll put it in the gm parts. i have more faith in the aftermarket sources liek kooks headers, as for the shorties why waste the money on shorties jsut wait and spend a few more bucks on longtubes and get a better power gain. just my opinion still not sure what exhaust i'm going with. pretty sure wheels are coming before anything lol

fbird777 · 10-09-2008, 02:09 AM

Shorty headers FTL, might as well keep the stock manifolds, you will see minimal gains. If putting longtubes on an LS3 is anything like an LS1 you should see 15-20rwhp.

*TAG UR IT* · 10-09-2008, 02:13 AM

Shorties will keep the warranty, but also add the least power gains.

Personally, I'd go w/ the long tubes, get the most hp from the deal, and call it a day!

CWI · 10-09-2008, 08:05 AM

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Originally Posted by TAG UR IT

Shorties will keep the warranty, but also add the least power gains.

Personally, I'd go w/ the long tubes, get the most hp from the deal, and call it a day!

How long could we wait before long tubes are available on aftermarket? Couple months? I would go that way if it's not too long a wait.

Txturbo · 10-09-2008, 08:42 AM

from what I've read......Chevrolet Accessories permanently installed at the time of new-vehicle delivery are covered under the New-Vehicle Limited Warranty. If installed after delivery, coverage on parts and labor is for the balance of the new-vehicle warranty or a minimum of 12 months/12,000 miles, whichever comes first. Chevrolet Accessories not requiring installation or purchased over the counter carry a 12-month warranty on parts only. Does not apply to licensed products

o2camaross · 10-09-2008, 08:58 AM

LT headers FTW, hands down on performance gain. ill bee waiting for kooks to make some as well. They're one of the best brands out there.

JameSS · 10-09-2008, 10:05 AM

Hmmmm ...... a gauranteed 17 HP to the wheels on the 4th Gen., this is something I will be defiantly looking at....

http://www.bbexhaust.com/car/camaro/

CWI · 10-11-2008, 08:03 PM

Any idea what the cost would be for long tubes and high flow cats? Maybe go that way and keep GM catback

*CamaroSpike23* · 10-11-2008, 08:37 PM

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Originally Posted by JameSS

Hmmmm ...... a gauranteed 17 HP to the wheels on the 4th Gen., this is something I will be defiantly looking at....

http://www.bbexhaust.com/car/camaro/

PLEASE tell me you are joking....

a grand for a catback system for a 4th gen? give me a break. thats highway robbery.

i can get you a magnaflow cat back for less than $500.00

and longtubes +ORY for 4th gens for roughly $500.00 shipped.

joes3rdcamaro82/91/2010 · 10-11-2008, 09:31 PM

How much do you guys think the performance parts do to increase horse power?

Cold Air

Headers

Cat Back

A Performance Tune

With those upgrades, do you guys think 490hp is asking to much? Think it will touch 500hp?

13F20 · 10-11-2008, 09:55 PM

Well if you get the shorties, cat back and air intake, just get the system calibrated and there you have it.

Chocolate Apocalypse · 10-11-2008, 09:59 PM

Hmm, depends on how restrictive the factory pieces are and how conservative the tune is but I'd say about 480-485 hp at the flywheel. I cant wait for SEMA so we can see what some aftermarket companies have in the works for the 5th gen.

JameSS · 10-13-2008, 08:02 AM

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Originally Posted by CamaroSpike23

PLEASE tell me you are joking....

a grand for a catback system for a 4th gen? give me a break. thats highway robbery.

i can get you a magnaflow cat back for less than $500.00

and longtubes +ORY for 4th gens for roughly $500.00 shipped.

I would never pay full price for a system.... I always look out for the group buys, sales, etc. If I can't get at least close to half off I'm not going to bother.

10-08-2008, 09:48 AM	#1
JameSS Drives: Past SS Owner~Future SS Owner Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Sugar Land, Texas Posts: 42	Performance Exhaust Option Well the option to add the additional performance exhaust..... worth it or not worth it??? Hmmmmm...... not to much info. on this, no HP/TQ numbers or sound or anything? I am sure most of us will wait for the aftermarket as so will I. Probably will go with the LoudMouth again like I had on my 02. Now whats got me all worked up are Headers from the factory. I assume this is a Dealer Installation and will be covered under the warranty. If this is the case then sign me up.

10-08-2008, 09:55 AM	#3
The_Blur Moderator, USN Drives: 2000 Firebird Formula NHRA SE Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Officer Candidate School Posts: 12,712	It's always worth installing performance parts. __________________ Get a good deal on your purchase. Read this. 117:123 RESPECT ALL CARS. LOVE YOUR OWN. newborn gifts

10-08-2008, 07:27 PM	#6
CWI Helping Build America Drives: 2010 2SS/RS,LS3 2006 Colorado Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Nationwide Posts: 3,521 View My Garage	Because they would be a warranty item, I expect to get the 'shortys' then custom rest of the way with hi flow cats. That should maximize power from that aspect and give me a distinct tone as well. Nice perc of being in the welding and fab business and a friend with custom exhaust shop. __________________ Life's journey is not to arrive at the grave safely in a well preserved body, but rather to skid in sideways, totally worn out, shouting "Holy shit, what a ride!"

10-08-2008, 09:33 PM	#9
stovt001 Drives: 2006 Cobalt, 2004 Taurus wagon Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: California Posts: 3,817	I thought I heard once that to be covered under warranty, the dealer must install an item when the car is purchased. This seems pointlessly restrictive and I think it may be wrong. Will dealer installation at any time be covered under warranty? __________________ "It's kind of fun to do the impossible" - Walt Disney There's a great big beautiful tomorrow shining at the end of every day There's a great big beautiful tomorrow Just a dream away

10-08-2008, 09:38 PM	#10
playhard67 come to poppa Drives: 67RS,09 Harley FLHX Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Maryland Posts: 1,864	IMO as long as it is a GM part and a dealer installs it, it is under warranty __________________ Cancelled the 2010 SS/RS (for now) and bought this instead (2009 Harley FLHX)

10-08-2008, 10:33 PM	#12
haulass350 Drives: 97 silverado Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Savannah, GA Posts: 138	for the money i dont think i'll put it in the gm parts. i have more faith in the aftermarket sources liek kooks headers, as for the shorties why waste the money on shorties jsut wait and spend a few more bucks on longtubes and get a better power gain. just my opinion still not sure what exhaust i'm going with. pretty sure wheels are coming before anything lol

10-09-2008, 02:09 AM	#13
fbird777 SOM WS6 Drives: 2002 SOM Trans Am WS6 Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Kinston, NC Posts: 267	Shorty headers FTL, might as well keep the stock manifolds, you will see minimal gains. If putting longtubes on an LS3 is anything like an LS1 you should see 15-20rwhp.

10-09-2008, 02:13 AM	#14
TAG UR IT www.Camaro5store.com Drives: THRSS #2 / CGM#1 Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: SA, Texas Posts: 24,386 View My Garage	Shorties will keep the warranty, but also add the least power gains. Personally, I'd go w/ the long tubes, get the most hp from the deal, and call it a day! __________________

10-09-2008, 08:42 AM	#16
Txturbo Keeper of the Faith Drives: 2001 Z28 Agressively Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Rosenberg,Texas Posts: 1,382 View My Garage	from what I've read......Chevrolet Accessories permanently installed at the time of new-vehicle delivery are covered under the New-Vehicle Limited Warranty. If installed after delivery, coverage on parts and labor is for the balance of the new-vehicle warranty or a minimum of 12 months/12,000 miles, whichever comes first. Chevrolet Accessories not requiring installation or purchased over the counter carry a 12-month warranty on parts only. Does not apply to licensed products __________________ 2010 Camaro SS R6P 2001 Camaro Z28 1969 Camaro SS clone

10-09-2008, 08:58 AM	#17
o2camaross Drives: 2010 2SS/RS & 04 silvy Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Driving Posts: 362	LT headers FTW, hands down on performance gain. ill bee waiting for kooks to make some as well. They're one of the best brands out there.

10-09-2008, 10:05 AM	#18
JameSS Drives: Past SS Owner~Future SS Owner Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Sugar Land, Texas Posts: 42	Hmmmm ...... a gauranteed 17 HP to the wheels on the 4th Gen., this is something I will be defiantly looking at.... http://www.bbexhaust.com/car/camaro/

10-11-2008, 08:03 PM	#19
CWI Helping Build America Drives: 2010 2SS/RS,LS3 2006 Colorado Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Nationwide Posts: 3,521 View My Garage	Any idea what the cost would be for long tubes and high flow cats? Maybe go that way and keep GM catback __________________ Life's journey is not to arrive at the grave safely in a well preserved body, but rather to skid in sideways, totally worn out, shouting "Holy shit, what a ride!"

10-11-2008, 09:31 PM	#21
joes3rdcamaro82/91/2010 Z28 Hold Out! Drives: 2000 Monte Carlo SS Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Wichita, Ks. Posts: 354	How much do you guys think the performance parts do to increase horse power? Cold Air Headers Cat Back A Performance Tune With those upgrades, do you guys think 490hp is asking to much? Think it will touch 500hp?

10-11-2008, 09:55 PM	#22
13F20 Drives: Soon to be 2010 Camaro SS Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: GA, soon to be KS. Posts: 675	Well if you get the shorties, cat back and air intake, just get the system calibrated and there you have it.

10-11-2008, 09:59 PM	#23
Chocolate Apocalypse Full Fledged Member Drives: '00-Z28 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Las Vegas Posts: 278 View My Garage	Hmm, depends on how restrictive the factory pieces are and how conservative the tune is but I'd say about 480-485 hp at the flywheel. I cant wait for SEMA so we can see what some aftermarket companies have in the works for the 5th gen. __________________ '98 Dodge Avenger - Beater '72 Cutlass - Toy '00 Z28 - REDRUM - 12.312@111.62 DA:2500' blowing through TC, new TC installed, 11s here I come

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