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snymat68 · 06-18-2013, 07:36 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Apex Chase

Yes, you may have to trim more plastic than is described in the instructions.

As I described in one of the PDF's here:
http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=302280

No worries. Just trim a little at a time until you get the fit just right!

Apex Motorsports · 06-18-2013, 03:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by inferno camaro

What is the performance benefit of this? How many horses is it good for?

On a dyno you will see something like:

Average HP gain: 5
Average TQ gain: 6

Peak HP gain: 5
Peak TQ gain: 7

This is in addition to your CAI. Sitting on a dyno there is very little air flow over the car, even with a wind machine you are very limited, so a dyno number does not give a realistic snap shot of the real world gains with a scoop. All I can say for sure is that it is noticeable.

Whoosh!

Quote:

Originally Posted by clg_98ta

I installed the Cold Air Inductions CAI two weeks ago. I did not notice any performance difference over the following week. The following weekend I installed the (APEX) scoop and washer relocation kit. The difference was amazing, especially at around 3000 rpms and up. Car pulls much harder now, and sounds different too...

So I definitely recommend it!

Quote:

Originally Posted by chichi

I just installed a CAI, scoop, and a windshield washer relocate kit that I bought from APEX. The install went smooth with no problems. When I was done I took my car for a spin and WOW what a difference. It seemed to run a lot smoother and faster.

Quote:

Originally Posted by snymat68

As I described in one of the PDF's here:
http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=302280

No worries. Just trim a little at a time until you get the fit just right!

That is one outstanding DIY. Thanks for taking the time.

mydreamcar · 06-18-2013, 05:08 PM

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rdblan2 · 06-18-2013, 05:25 PM

I really have to get around to installing mine. It's been sitting around the house for close to a year.

mydreamcar · 06-18-2013, 06:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rdblan2

I really have to get around to installing mine. It's been sitting around the house for close to a year.

Wow I don't feel so bad now and here I am feeling bad about 1 week.

inferno camaro · 06-18-2013, 08:27 PM

Does the scoop work with any CAI? Mine is roto fab.

Thanks,

Scott

Quote:

Originally Posted by Apex Chase

On a dyno you will see something like:

Average HP gain: 5
Average TQ gain: 6

Peak HP gain: 5
Peak TQ gain: 7

This is in addition to your CAI. Sitting on a dyno there is very little air flow over the car, even with a wind machine you are very limited, so a dyno number does not give a realistic snap shot of the real world gains with a scoop. All I can say for sure is that it is noticeable.

Whoosh!

That is one outstanding DIY. Thanks for taking the time.

Apex Motorsports · 06-18-2013, 08:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by inferno camaro

Does the scoop work with any CAI? Mine is roto fab.

Thanks,

Scott

It works with any intake system that has an open bottom, which is most of them. Roto-Fab included.

snymat68 · 06-18-2013, 09:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Apex Chase

That is one outstanding DIY. Thanks for taking the time.

Just glad to help out fellow C5ers.

The Blue Ox · 06-26-2013, 10:28 PM

Good job OP on the DIY! Just got my Apex scoop and bottle relocate done and everything went pretty smooth! My Dremel was junk so I used a utility knife to cut the plastic for the scoop! Took about 5 min and came out neat! That horn bolt is a booger! Lol, I installed my included bolt from the back and put the included nut on the side where the OEM bolt was going in! Made it a lot easier for me!! Hope to try the system out soon! Still got it on jacks for more upgrades!

Apex Motorsports · 06-27-2013, 06:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by The Blue Ox

Good job OP on the DIY! Just got my Apex scoop and bottle relocate done and everything went pretty smooth! My Dremel was junk so I used a utility knife to cut the plastic for the scoop! Took about 5 min and came out neat! That horn bolt is a booger! Lol, I installed my included bolt from the back and put the included nut on the side where the OEM bolt was going in! Made it a lot easier for me!! Hope to try the system out soon! Still got it on jacks for more upgrades!

Can't wait to read your thoughts after you go for a ride.

mydreamcar · 07-06-2013, 02:21 PM

Just installed my kit . Thank god for this write up. Took about 3 hrs as i took my time and the damn 95 degree heat, yeah that bolt is a pita. Will see how it feels in he am

Apex Motorsports · 07-07-2013, 07:57 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mydreamcar

Just installed my kit . Thank god for this write up. Took about 3 hrs as i took my time and the damn 95 degree heat, yeah that bolt is a pita. Will see how it feels in he am

Wow, that is pretty toasty for the north east. Look forward to reading your follow up.

mydreamcar · 07-07-2013, 04:04 PM

Yeah pretty bad here, literally drank 3 large bottles of Gatorade to do the job, Drove this am, and it's a pretty good combo, car feels great and pulls nice , I would highly recommend this combo, was a little worried about doing the washer bottle relo, but that came out perfect as well.

Apex Motorsports · 09-19-2013, 09:45 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mydreamcar

Yeah pretty bad here, literally drank 3 large bottles of Gatorade to do the job, Drove this am, and it's a pretty good combo, car feels great and pulls nice , I would highly recommend this combo, was a little worried about doing the washer bottle relo, but that came out perfect as well.

Awesome! Glad to hear that.

06-18-2013, 05:25 PM	#18
rdblan2 Drives: 2SS RS Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: MD Posts: 1,272	I really have to get around to installing mine. It's been sitting around the house for close to a year. __________________ Livernois 2C cam and tune, LS3 conversion, Roto-Fab intake, Kooks headers, DSS driveshaft and axles, BMR suspension parts, VMax ported throttle body, Whipple blower. (623hp).

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The Blue Ox Drives: 2010 SS L99 Inferno Orange Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Texas Coast Posts: 1,167	Good job OP on the DIY! Just got my Apex scoop and bottle relocate done and everything went pretty smooth! My Dremel was junk so I used a utility knife to cut the plastic for the scoop! Took about 5 min and came out neat! That horn bolt is a booger! Lol, I installed my included bolt from the back and put the included nut on the side where the OEM bolt was going in! Made it a lot easier for me!! Hope to try the system out soon! Still got it on jacks for more upgrades!

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mydreamcar My Dream Car Drives: 2011 SIM LS3 1SS Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: staten island Posts: 1,534	Just installed my kit . Thank god for this write up. Took about 3 hrs as i took my time and the damn 95 degree heat, yeah that bolt is a pita. Will see how it feels in he am

07-07-2013, 04:04 PM	#27
mydreamcar My Dream Car Drives: 2011 SIM LS3 1SS Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: staten island Posts: 1,534	Yeah pretty bad here, literally drank 3 large bottles of Gatorade to do the job, Drove this am, and it's a pretty good combo, car feels great and pulls nice , I would highly recommend this combo, was a little worried about doing the washer bottle relo, but that came out perfect as well.