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GK_2012_SS · 12-31-2018, 05:10 PM

Hey guys, I have a 2012 2SS with the LS3, and I am considering buying the Chevrolet Performance Z28 cold air intake 23454578. My question is will it work properly on an otherwise stock vehicle without any calibration or tuning? GM points out "No calibration support from GM is available" making me wonder
if it is required. Also, why does it come with a new MAF sensor? Thanks for any info.

Clarkstar · 12-31-2018, 05:29 PM

The maf is in a different location and I believe different diameter.

If your going to spend the money on the intake, get a tune. While it may not be necessary, your only going to see a real benefit if you get a tune. Make sense?

zz430camaro · 12-31-2018, 06:00 PM

I would do headers and the CAI and then get it tuned.

I ran a Cold Air Inductions intake for a while with no tune and it was fine. Its one of the best out there.

Read this and open up the spreadsheet, he tells you if they need a tune or not, i dont think the z28 one is on there though.

https://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=107002

JDP Sales · 12-31-2018, 06:01 PM

Your good to go without the tune. Honestly if you plan on doing other mods I would wait to pay for the tune. Yeah you get the most out of tuning but if your doing more you can wait and save money. You'll notice the difference either way

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Cheers,

Kayla L.
801.545.4215

205 · 12-31-2018, 09:31 PM

Buying a tuner pays for itself through DynoSteve. Free tunes for life with every upgrade. FWIW.

anth331 · 12-31-2018, 11:19 PM

I just put one on my 13 SS It came with its own maf sensor I put JBA hi flow cats on at the same time The only other mod I have is a BBK 2 3/4 inch X pipe with Borla S type mufflers I do not have a tune and it has quite a noticeable response in power to me At wot it sounds awesome My 13 SS is an auto with 105,000 miles and it runs great I bought mine through Summit Racing

GK_2012_SS · 01-01-2019, 08:54 AM

Thanks for the responses everybody. I'm new to this and was not sure how the engine would respond to the increase in air flow, sounds like it at least won't run worse from a bad fuel/air mix. Does the ECU "adjust" to the higher air flow and take advantage of it? Maybe there is another thread that explains this. Happy New Year all!

zz430camaro · 01-01-2019, 10:11 AM

The answer is yes, the engine will adjust within a certain range. I would put the air intake on and not worry about it.

After the intake then get headers and a tune, that will wake it up more.

Moto-Mojo · 01-02-2019, 09:43 AM

Pretty much sound advice here. I ran (and still do) the Z/28 CAI for a couple of years untuned with ZERO issues. The sound alone is worth the price. Practically sounds like an aggressive exhaust it's so loud. I'm tuned now still with no issues. It comes with a strong MAF.

The fit is just plain, 'factory.'

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GK_2012_SS · 01-02-2019, 12:58 PM

Great pic! Thanks Moto-Mojo.

Moto-Mojo · 01-02-2019, 01:10 PM

Some will ask, how did you get it into Cali? Simple, I had it shipped to Reno and drove it in!

Chomorro · 01-26-2020, 06:04 PM

Hey guys I just installed mine with a 1le pcv kit on my 2010 ss 6 speed and I love it but how did you guys install the hood seal?

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olblue75 · 01-27-2020, 06:03 AM

Would like to know about the hood seal as well??

Chomorro · 01-27-2020, 10:11 AM

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Originally Posted by olblue75

Would like to know about the hood seal as well??

I was told In another thread it's not needed because the z28 didnt have insulation. The insulation on this hood supposedly makes full contact all around.

It looks like you can shave it flat somehow and the it would fit. I may try it anyways if i get bored.

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12-31-2018, 05:10 PM	#1
GK_2012_SS Drives: 2012 Camaro LS3 2SS Join Date: Oct 2018 Location: Missouri Posts: 60	Z28 Cold Air Intake Hey guys, I have a 2012 2SS with the LS3, and I am considering buying the Chevrolet Performance Z28 cold air intake 23454578. My question is will it work properly on an otherwise stock vehicle without any calibration or tuning? GM points out "No calibration support from GM is available" making me wonder if it is required. Also, why does it come with a new MAF sensor? Thanks for any info.

12-31-2018, 05:29 PM	#2
Clarkstar Drives: 2013 1SS 1LE Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: Ixonia wi Posts: 1,456	The maf is in a different location and I believe different diameter. If your going to spend the money on the intake, get a tune. While it may not be necessary, your only going to see a real benefit if you get a tune. Make sense? __________________ 2013 1le- Katech 416 short block, TSP custom grind cam, LOD intake, cnc heads by F.ED., Nick William's 102mm T.B., CORN fed, Pedders coilovers. Performance street alingnment by Justin at Lake Country Alignment and dyno tune by Late Model Throttle. 603 h.p. 495 ft lbs tq.

12-31-2018, 06:00 PM	#3
zz430camaro Drives: 2015 1LE Join Date: Oct 2015 Location: Cleveland, OH Posts: 1,498	I would do headers and the CAI and then get it tuned. I ran a Cold Air Inductions intake for a while with no tune and it was fine. Its one of the best out there. Read this and open up the spreadsheet, he tells you if they need a tune or not, i dont think the z28 one is on there though. https://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=107002 __________________ 2015 1LE, TSP 225/236 113+3, VMAX Throttle Body, CAI with race scoop, GPI Ported Intake, Land Speed Stage 2 Heads, 1-7/8 headers, NPP exhaust, 25% Fluidampr, LT1-S Monster Clutch, 485 RWHP & 444 TQ

01-01-2019, 10:11 AM	#8
zz430camaro Drives: 2015 1LE Join Date: Oct 2015 Location: Cleveland, OH Posts: 1,498	The answer is yes, the engine will adjust within a certain range. I would put the air intake on and not worry about it. After the intake then get headers and a tune, that will wake it up more. __________________ 2015 1LE, TSP 225/236 113+3, VMAX Throttle Body, CAI with race scoop, GPI Ported Intake, Land Speed Stage 2 Heads, 1-7/8 headers, NPP exhaust, 25% Fluidampr, LT1-S Monster Clutch, 485 RWHP & 444 TQ

01-02-2019, 09:43 AM	#9
Moto-Mojo Fast Cars and Old Guitars Drives: 2015 2SS RS (L99, baby!) Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: N. CA Posts: 4,210	Pretty much sound advice here. I ran (and still do) the Z/28 CAI for a couple of years untuned with ZERO issues. The sound alone is worth the price. Practically sounds like an aggressive exhaust it's so loud. I'm tuned now still with no issues. It comes with a strong MAF. The fit is just plain, 'factory.' __________________ “I don’t want to belong to any club that would have me as a member.” - Groucho Marx

12-31-2018, 06:01 PM	#4
JDP Sales Drives: Chevys at the limit Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: SLC, UT Posts: 9,621	Your good to go without the tune. Honestly if you plan on doing other mods I would wait to pay for the tune. Yeah you get the most out of tuning but if your doing more you can wait and save money. You'll notice the difference either way . Cheers, Kayla L. 801.545.4215

12-31-2018, 09:31 PM	#5
205 Drives: 2010 Camaro Join Date: Nov 2018 Location: OK Posts: 161	Buying a tuner pays for itself through DynoSteve. Free tunes for life with every upgrade. FWIW.

12-31-2018, 11:19 PM	#6
anth331 Drives: 12SS Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Dayton, Tx. 77535 Posts: 728	I just put one on my 13 SS It came with its own maf sensor I put JBA hi flow cats on at the same time The only other mod I have is a BBK 2 3/4 inch X pipe with Borla S type mufflers I do not have a tune and it has quite a noticeable response in power to me At wot it sounds awesome My 13 SS is an auto with 105,000 miles and it runs great I bought mine through Summit Racing

01-01-2019, 08:54 AM	#7
GK_2012_SS Drives: 2012 Camaro LS3 2SS Join Date: Oct 2018 Location: Missouri Posts: 60	Thanks for the responses everybody. I'm new to this and was not sure how the engine would respond to the increase in air flow, sounds like it at least won't run worse from a bad fuel/air mix. Does the ECU "adjust" to the higher air flow and take advantage of it? Maybe there is another thread that explains this. Happy New Year all!

01-02-2019, 12:58 PM	#10
GK_2012_SS Drives: 2012 Camaro LS3 2SS Join Date: Oct 2018 Location: Missouri Posts: 60	Great pic! Thanks Moto-Mojo.

01-02-2019, 01:10 PM	#11
Moto-Mojo Fast Cars and Old Guitars Drives: 2015 2SS RS (L99, baby!) Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: N. CA Posts: 4,210	Some will ask, how did you get it into Cali? Simple, I had it shipped to Reno and drove it in! __________________ “I don’t want to belong to any club that would have me as a member.” - Groucho Marx

01-26-2020, 06:04 PM	#12
Chomorro Drives: 2010 Camaro SS Join Date: Nov 2019 Location: San Diego Posts: 159	Hey guys I just installed mine with a 1le pcv kit on my 2010 ss 6 speed and I love it but how did you guys install the hood seal? Sent from my SM-N950U using Tapatalk

01-27-2020, 06:03 AM	#13
olblue75 Drives: 2010 2SS/RS Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Clarksville Tennesse. Posts: 6,148	Would like to know about the hood seal as well?? __________________ Orange Krush II 1LE Front sway bar, Splitter, shocks and struts, Z28 dual mode mufflers, Intake, UCA Bushings, and Toresen 3.91 Diff. 1 piece DSS Drive Shaft, ZL1/C7 Calipers, and 32mm JPSS Rear Bar. ASC race spec splitter and wicker. 6th Gen M017 Wheels. Stainless Works 1 7/8 LTs. DSE and PAFDT Suspension components.