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15xracing · 09-02-2015, 08:19 PM

Hey everyone, new here. I just got me a Camaro ss L99 recently, I think I got a pretty good deal on it being it Was listed for 25,000 but drove it out paying only 18,000.. happy to say I'm loving it. Just a question on where should I start with increasing horsepower or just overall appearance?? I was thinking CAI and muffler delete to start off with. What do you guys think? And what brands to lean toward

Demon War Horse · 09-02-2015, 08:27 PM

Depends on your plans... Racing? Straight line or road coarse and autocross. Appearance is easy.

I have an axle back and cold air and it really makes the car sound right. Now on the L99 they sound terrible with exhaust when the active fuel management kicks in for four cylinder mode.

If you want a lot of grunt, long tubes, cold air, cam, custom tune and a converter will make tat car fly.

kc ss/rs · 09-02-2015, 08:29 PM

i would go rotofab cai, ported throttle body,then headers and tune. stainless power headers are a great choice!

iCamaro81 · 09-02-2015, 08:34 PM

I would also tune it or get a Range.

mpd659 · 09-02-2015, 08:37 PM

I just did a muffler and resonator delete and added an h pipe on my 2014 Camaro SS L99 motor. It sounds great!!!! I also have the K & N Cold air intake. I'm looking at doing a Vmax throttle body next. I still have stock cats and manifolds.

This isn't my car, but one like it:

PalmerGA · 09-02-2015, 08:55 PM

My question is: What year model is it? You really should add that to your "Drives" info so we can better help you in the future.

If it's still under warranty, I suggest you spend a couple hundred bucks and get a Range Device to kill the AFM without killing your warranty. 10 second plug-n-play install through your Onboard Diagnostics port. If your car is out of warranty, you can get AFM tuned out. If you haven't yet noticed the aggravating sound and lack of power when you car goes into 4-cylinder mode, the previous owner may have had it tuned out.

More Power = More Money... sometimes a lot more. Working with a stock engine, you can significantly improve your cars response and performance by installing a cold air intake and air scoop (I have a CAI, Inc intake and love it - it's by far the most popular brand among Forum members). It will cost you close to $500 but is well worth it. Very easy install.

For about $175 you can get a Vitesse Throttle Controller which really improves throttle response time. This is also plug-n-play and takes about 15-30 minutes to install. I love mine.

And, of course, you have to get rid of the stock exhaust. For my taste, muffler deletes are too loud - I don't like to piss off neighbors, nor would I like them pissing me off. I installed a Solo J-pipe axle-back system. It sounds strong and deep at slower speeds and really roars to life when you stomp on it, yet it is not obnoxious to others. There is also no cabin drone either but the j-pipes will adjust if you like the sound of drone.

Good luck. Welcome to C5. Tell us more about your new ride and, I almost forgot...

JusticePete · 09-02-2015, 09:03 PM

The biggest weakness of the 5th Gen is understeer from the factory, not lack of power. Hands down the biggest bang for the buck 5th Gen Camaro upgrade is sway bars. JPSS Black Magic Sway Bars - http://www.jpssonline.com/#/jpss-black-magic-sway-bars/

Demon War Horse · 09-02-2015, 09:17 PM

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Originally Posted by JusticePete

The biggest weakness of the 5th Gen is understeer from the factory, not lack of power. Hands down the biggest bang for the buck 5th Gen Camaro upgrade is sway bars. JPSS Black Magic Sway Bars - http://www.jpssonline.com/#/jpss-black-magic-sway-bars/

Those work with staggered set up? I have ZL1 reps in 10 and 11 widths with 85 front and 305 rears.

OP, Justice Pete knows these cars very well!

iCamaro81 · 09-02-2015, 09:20 PM

Oh ya, I would also recommend doing the "fuse pull" in case someone ran low octane fuel. There are threads that explain how to do it.

krisprz2010camaross · 09-02-2015, 09:27 PM

I say get a air intake either the z/28 or another well know brand, screw the range device unless you don't want to avoid your warranty or get an actual tune and with the tune get some long tube headers. Of course an exhaust(just depends what you like). As for appearance that shouldn't be that hard, just look for things you like.

JusticePete · 09-02-2015, 09:31 PM

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Originally Posted by Demon War Horse

Those work with staggered set up? I have ZL1 reps in 10 and 11 widths with 85 front and 305 rears.

OP, Justice Pete knows these cars very well!

Yes sir. Set the front bar to full soft with your staggered setup.

15xracing · 09-02-2015, 09:39 PM

Wow, Thanks for the quick replys! And for all the info! But it is a 2011.. Forgot to include that and will edit it in on my profile. And I did look into the CAI brand for the intake.. Probably will go with that. Second choice was k&n but I've heard mixed reviews on them.. I haven't noticed it kick into 4 cyl mode or did notice any changes when I'm driving it.. But it's hard to tell with the stock exhaust... im definetly going to look into the throttle controller too.. I'll have a little bit of money to grab a couple things this weekend. Done the fuse pull several times.. Car dealership thought they'd put 87 in it.. So I took it back and had them put 93 and I did a fuse pull after I ran the tank through. As far as the muffler delete deal, I will be looking into the axle backs for sure.. Car is under warranty so I will be doing little things for now till that's done with.

JusticePete · 09-02-2015, 09:43 PM

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Originally Posted by 15xracing

Wow, Thanks for the quick replys! And for all the info! But it is a 2011.. Forgot to include that and will edit it in on my profile. And I did look into the CAI brand for the intake.. Probably will go with that. Second choice was k&n but I've heard mixed reviews on them.. I haven't noticed it kick into 4 cyl mode or did notice any changes when I'm driving it.. But it's hard to tell with the stock exhaust... im definetly going to look into the throttle controller too.. I'll have a little bit of money to grab a couple things this weekend. Done the fuse pull several times.. Car dealership thought they'd put 87 in it.. So I took it back and had them put 93 and I did a fuse pull after I ran the tank through. As far as the muffler delete deal, I will be looking into the axle backs for sure.. Car is under warranty so I will be doing little things for now till that's done with.

You have a 2011 with an inboard mount hollow sway bar. Your focus is on power so you won't listen to me, but upgrading your rear lower control arms to accept an outboard mount rear sway bar with drop links is the BIGGEST improvement you can make to your Camaro. Those that tell you otherwise simply don't know.

15xracing · 09-02-2015, 10:06 PM

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Originally Posted by JusticePete

You have a 2011 with an inboard mount hollow sway bar. Your focus is on power so you won't listen to me, but upgrading your rear lower control arms to accept an outboard mount rear sway bar with drop links is the BIGGEST improvement you can make to your Camaro. Those that tell you otherwise simply don't know.

Sounds good. Might need to do that too. But so far probably gonna start with First being the cold air intake, then gonna do axle backs. (would like to do long tubes and cam but warranty...) lol. Gonna build this overtime but planning on making it into a pretty nice car.

09-02-2015, 08:19 PM	#1
15xracing Drives: 2011 Camaro ss 6.2L L99 Join Date: Sep 2015 Location: Tampa Florida Posts: 23	Camaro ss l99 best upgrades? Hey everyone, new here. I just got me a Camaro ss L99 recently, I think I got a pretty good deal on it being it Was listed for 25,000 but drove it out paying only 18,000.. happy to say I'm loving it. Just a question on where should I start with increasing horsepower or just overall appearance?? I was thinking CAI and muffler delete to start off with. What do you guys think? And what brands to lean toward

09-02-2015, 08:27 PM	#2
Demon War Horse War Horse Pilot Drives: 2017 NFG 1SS 1LE Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: N.Texas Posts: 2,458 View My Garage	Depends on your plans... Racing? Straight line or road coarse and autocross. Appearance is easy. I have an axle back and cold air and it really makes the car sound right. Now on the L99 they sound terrible with exhaust when the active fuel management kicks in for four cylinder mode. If you want a lot of grunt, long tubes, cold air, cam, custom tune and a converter will make tat car fly. __________________ COTW 09/07/2015 - 2014 AGM 2SS/RS - RIP 6/01/17 2017 Nightfall Gray Metallic 1SS 1LE Born 5/17/17 - *Click Sig Pic below for for Demon War Horse 02 Build Thread* SigPic by Hazman

09-02-2015, 08:29 PM	#3
kc ss/rs Drives: 2010 ss/rs Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: kansas city missouri Posts: 247	i would go rotofab cai, ported throttle body,then headers and tune. stainless power headers are a great choice! __________________ rotofab cai ported throttle body sp headers with cats loud mouth axle back no mufflers tuned by steve williams 6l80etuning.com bmr split springs cam motion custom camshaft btr 660 spring kit maggie 2300 id850 injectors livernois fuel pump

09-02-2015, 08:34 PM	#4
iCamaro81 Drives: 2014 Camaro Convertible L99 Join Date: Sep 2014 Location: Oahu, HI Posts: 90 View My Garage	I would also tune it or get a Range. __________________ Bo White Throttle Body, Range AFM Disabler, Cold Air Induction Intake, JRE Scoop w/Roto Fab WW Relocation, ARH Brace, QTP Electric Cut Outs w/Wireless Kit.

09-02-2015, 08:55 PM	#6
PalmerGA Drives: 2013 SIM 1SS/RS L99 Join Date: May 2012 Location: Southwest GA Posts: 8,754 View My Garage	My question is: What year model is it? You really should add that to your "Drives" info so we can better help you in the future. If it's still under warranty, I suggest you spend a couple hundred bucks and get a Range Device to kill the AFM without killing your warranty. 10 second plug-n-play install through your Onboard Diagnostics port. If your car is out of warranty, you can get AFM tuned out. If you haven't yet noticed the aggravating sound and lack of power when you car goes into 4-cylinder mode, the previous owner may have had it tuned out. More Power = More Money... sometimes a lot more. Working with a stock engine, you can significantly improve your cars response and performance by installing a cold air intake and air scoop (I have a CAI, Inc intake and love it - it's by far the most popular brand among Forum members). It will cost you close to $500 but is well worth it. Very easy install. For about $175 you can get a Vitesse Throttle Controller which really improves throttle response time. This is also plug-n-play and takes about 15-30 minutes to install. I love mine. And, of course, you have to get rid of the stock exhaust. For my taste, muffler deletes are too loud - I don't like to piss off neighbors, nor would I like them pissing me off. I installed a Solo J-pipe axle-back system. It sounds strong and deep at slower speeds and really roars to life when you stomp on it, yet it is not obnoxious to others. There is also no cabin drone either but the j-pipes will adjust if you like the sound of drone. Good luck. Welcome to C5. Tell us more about your new ride and, I almost forgot... __________________ 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)

09-02-2015, 09:03 PM	#7
JusticePete Drives: Camaro Justice Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Virginia Posts: 20,171	The biggest weakness of the 5th Gen is understeer from the factory, not lack of power. Hands down the biggest bang for the buck 5th Gen Camaro upgrade is sway bars. JPSS Black Magic Sway Bars - http://www.jpssonline.com/#/jpss-black-magic-sway-bars/

09-02-2015, 09:20 PM	#9
iCamaro81 Drives: 2014 Camaro Convertible L99 Join Date: Sep 2014 Location: Oahu, HI Posts: 90 View My Garage	Oh ya, I would also recommend doing the "fuse pull" in case someone ran low octane fuel. There are threads that explain how to do it. __________________ Bo White Throttle Body, Range AFM Disabler, Cold Air Induction Intake, JRE Scoop w/Roto Fab WW Relocation, ARH Brace, QTP Electric Cut Outs w/Wireless Kit.

09-02-2015, 09:27 PM	#10
krisprz2010camaross Drives: 2010 Camaro 2ss/Rs Transformers Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: Yorba Linda, California Posts: 1,561	I say get a air intake either the z/28 or another well know brand, screw the range device unless you don't want to avoid your warranty or get an actual tune and with the tune get some long tube headers. Of course an exhaust(just depends what you like). As for appearance that shouldn't be that hard, just look for things you like. __________________ YouTube:Krisprz garage Insta:kris__perez & krisprz_garage LS3 conversion Vararam intake(tune model) Kooks LT headers & cats delete Corsa ZL1 3" exhaust RedBarn Racing Tune CMS Stage 3 Cam AFR CNC ported heads MSD Spark plug wires LNC-2000 Launch controller NGK TR6 Spark Plugs 1le strut tower brace-TPIS spacers Nick Williams 102mm throttle body Fast lsxr 102 intake manifold Slp 25% UDP Katech Tensioner Pulley Circle D 3600-3700 multi disk Stall GM 3.91 gears DDS carbon fiber driveshaft ZL1 fuel pump & injectors Flex fuel sensor(91/E85) https://wheelwell.com/kris-perez

09-02-2015, 09:39 PM	#12
15xracing Drives: 2011 Camaro ss 6.2L L99 Join Date: Sep 2015 Location: Tampa Florida Posts: 23	2011 Wow, Thanks for the quick replys! And for all the info! But it is a 2011.. Forgot to include that and will edit it in on my profile. And I did look into the CAI brand for the intake.. Probably will go with that. Second choice was k&n but I've heard mixed reviews on them.. I haven't noticed it kick into 4 cyl mode or did notice any changes when I'm driving it.. But it's hard to tell with the stock exhaust... im definetly going to look into the throttle controller too.. I'll have a little bit of money to grab a couple things this weekend. Done the fuse pull several times.. Car dealership thought they'd put 87 in it.. So I took it back and had them put 93 and I did a fuse pull after I ran the tank through. As far as the muffler delete deal, I will be looking into the axle backs for sure.. Car is under warranty so I will be doing little things for now till that's done with.