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Originally Posted by Redslayer15821
Sooo I took a 2012 L99 SS for a test drive today.. my honest review? not impressed.. or should I say more so impressed with the LFX engine. Both my 2013 LFX RS and the 2012 L99 were automatic transmissions. in terms of acceleration I felt both were on even playing fields. I noticed the power band bald spot that I normally experience in 4th around 5,500 grand disappeared in the L99 and it seemed as if it could push through with more notable but not a significant difference in power through 5th and 6th gear. My over all assessment? If your going for an SS buy the Manual or put the difference in cost into bolt on engine modifications into a 2LT (RS preferably) either way you slice it you'll get the most bang for you buck out of either 5th gen Camaro experience. Don't believe me? I encourage each of you LFX owners to head out to your local dealer and put L99 to the test yourself (minus the 2LS of course).
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Take a Range AFM Deactivation device with you, plug it in, and drive it in Sport Mode. You'll see (and feel) what you are missing.
Also, I promise you that SS you test drove had Regular gas in it, so the ECU had the timing changed to protect the engine. Totally different beast with AFM deactivated and premium gas tables activated.
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2013 1SS/RS Coupe L99, Stainless Power Works LT Headers, SCT X4 Custom Tune from RDP, CAI Inc. Air Intake w/ Apex Scoop, VMAX CNC Ported Throttle Body, Solo Axle-Back Exhaust w/ J-pipes, Apex Catch Can, Husky Splash Guards, Heritage Grille, 3D Carbon Rear Spoiler, Oracle Chrome Turn Signal Bulbs, GM Reverse Light Trim Billets, Gorilla Black Locking Lugs, Emblem Pros Retro SS Badges/Custom Retro SS Kickplates/Under-hood Bowtie, 35% window Tint, Nitto Motivo Tires (6-8-18)
Last edited by PalmerGA; 12-22-2013 at 07:44 AM.
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