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Blueovalman · 06-04-2010, 03:39 AM

My friend has a 1998 Chevrolet Camaro Z28.His car is in bone
stock condition right now.He is thinking about doing some mods
but,doesn't know where to start.He really likes drag racing and
may run his car at the track.What would be the best mods to do?
What are good bang for the buck bolt on's to do? What camshaft
do you prefer?

Chrisrp454 · 06-04-2010, 09:36 AM

What kinda milage is on it. First it would be best to make sure, engine,trans, clutch(if manual) are all in good working order. Worse thing to do is up date it with mods that they can't handle because of age or milage. With almost 250,000 miles and 12yrs for driving, I would want to go thru mine real good before putting it on the track.
But as far as a daily driver, I'll driver her anywhere

.

02 WS6 TA · 06-04-2010, 11:00 AM

Air in, air out.

Lid, catback, tune (Especially on '98 cars) LTs, if it's an Auto, Stall converter, good clutch if M6, sticky tires, and that should be enough to nuke a stock 7.5" rear. I could type 3 pages here, but that will get him into the game with most every other bolt on LS1 in the natural world.

White_Knuckle_Tight · 06-04-2010, 12:42 PM

Haha, TA you amuse me, lol.
Personally, after doing everything TA just said, I'd start beefin up the rear, and then move on to suspension.

brandotron · 06-04-2010, 12:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 02 WS6 TA

Air in, air out.

Lid, catback, tune (Especially on '98 cars) LTs, if it's an Auto, Stall converter, good clutch if M6, sticky tires, and that should be enough to nuke a stock 7.5" rear. I could type 3 pages here, but that will get him into the game with most every other bolt on LS1 in the natural world.

In addition to this, I'd say throw on an LS6 intake manifold. They are higher flowing than your bud's LS1 intake and can be had for cheap since they came stock on all 2000-2002 LS1 Fbodies.

Revo1 · 06-04-2010, 01:17 PM

High-rise spoiler and some stickers. Done.

02 WS6 TA · 06-04-2010, 02:41 PM

If I didn't know it was you, I'd swear KMDYF posted that.

Blueovalman · 06-04-2010, 04:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Chrisrp454

What kinda milage is on it. First it would be best to make sure, engine,trans, clutch(if manual) are all in good working order. Worse thing to do is up date it with mods that they can't handle because of age or milage. With almost 250,000 miles and 12yrs for driving, I would want to go thru mine real good before putting it on the track.
But as far as a daily driver, I'll driver her anywhere

.

My friends car has 90K miles on the clock.
He is doing all his general maintenance oil change,spark plugs, etc.
Is the LS6 intake manifold a direct swap on his 98?
What camshaft do you guys recommend doing?
What rear is a good replacement for the 7.5" rear end?
Thanks guys.

02 WS6 TA · 06-04-2010, 04:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Blueovalman

My friends car has 90K miles on the clock.
He is doing all his general maintenance oil change,spark plugs, etc.
Is the LS6 intake manifold a direct swap on his 98?
What camshaft do you guys recommend doing?
What rear is a good replacement for the 7.5" rear end?
Thanks guys.

The LS6 manifold is a direct swap, although it will require the corresponding coolant crossover lines. M6 or A4? Not only will that help suggest a cam(and preferably heads at the same time, as they're going to be off for the cam swap anyway) but will also give some insight to how long the stock rear will live, and whether he needs to budget for a 12 bolt/S60/9" Rear, or can get away with beefing the 7.5.

Revo1 · 06-04-2010, 06:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 02 WS6 TA

If I didn't know it was you, I'd swear KMDYF posted that.

MUUHAHAHAHA

06-04-2010, 03:39 AM	#1
Blueovalman Drives: 2012 V6 Camaro 2010 Camaro SS Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Tampa,Florida Posts: 601	1998 Chevrolet Camaro Z28 My friend has a 1998 Chevrolet Camaro Z28.His car is in bone stock condition right now.He is thinking about doing some mods but,doesn't know where to start.He really likes drag racing and may run his car at the track.What would be the best mods to do? What are good bang for the buck bolt on's to do? What camshaft do you prefer?

06-04-2010, 09:36 AM	#2
Chrisrp454 Drives: 2010 ABM 2SS/RS M6, 98Z28 M6 Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Granbury, Tx Posts: 1,532 View My Garage	What kinda milage is on it. First it would be best to make sure, engine,trans, clutch(if manual) are all in good working order. Worse thing to do is up date it with mods that they can't handle because of age or milage. With almost 250,000 miles and 12yrs for driving, I would want to go thru mine real good before putting it on the track. But as far as a daily driver, I'll driver her anywhere . __________________ Always Remember! Rest in Peace Brothers 9/11/2001. And thanks to all those who defend and serve! Ordered 5/23/2009 3400 with TPW of 08/03/09 3800 8/11/2009 Arrived 8/21/2009 2SS/RS/Aqua Blue/Grey Interior

06-04-2010, 01:17 PM	#6
Revo1 Don't Like it? Suggit. Drives: 2010 2SS/RS Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Fresno, CA Posts: 14,832 View My Garage	High-rise spoiler and some stickers. Done. __________________ "Tops off, tach up baby- loud and proud!" A Camaro lover from day one- 1996 3.8 V6 Camaro, to 1996 5.7 LT1 Camaro Z28, to the sold 2002 5.7 LS1 Camaro SS, and NOW, a [I]6.2 L99 VR 2SS/RS: XS Power stainless full exhaust, Airaid CAI, BMR drop springs and sways, custom tune by Cal Speed- 411rwhp

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06-04-2010, 11:00 AM	#3
02 WS6 TA Account Suspended Drives: GM Stuff Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Panama City Beach, FL Posts: 727	Air in, air out. Lid, catback, tune (Especially on '98 cars) LTs, if it's an Auto, Stall converter, good clutch if M6, sticky tires, and that should be enough to nuke a stock 7.5" rear. I could type 3 pages here, but that will get him into the game with most every other bolt on LS1 in the natural world.

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