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Mikamaro · 04-05-2016, 06:33 AM

Finally the Camaro is out from winter storage...a lot of parts are waiting to be installed and I'm debating if I should install my Vmax Throtle body at the same time with my Z/28 intake or do it a week appart so I can evaluate the vmax on its own...opinions?

Johnny's_2SS · 04-05-2016, 06:44 AM

I installed the Z28 CAI on my L99. No problems. Sounds great. I'm happy

Camarotobeornottobe · 04-05-2016, 07:07 AM

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Originally Posted by Mikamaro

Finally the Camaro is out from winter storage...a lot of parts are waiting to be installed and I'm debating if I should install my Vmax Throtle body at the same time of my Z/28 intake or do it a week appart so I can evaluate the vmax on its own...opinions?

The z28 intake does not produce sizable throttle response changes - benefits will be felt most, if at all, at higher RPMs.

So, do them both! I recommend unplugging the battery before first startup to force the computer to learn the new parameters faster

Mikamaro · 04-05-2016, 08:55 AM

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Originally Posted by Camarotobeornottobe

The z28 intake does not produce sizable throttle response changes - benefits will be felt most, if at all, at higher RPMs.

So, do them both! I recommend unplugging the battery before first startup to force the computer to learn the new parameters faster

Good cue, thanks.

Mikamaro · 04-16-2016, 09:23 PM

So finally got around installing the intake and Vmax TB. I unplugged the battery and took about 20 minutes to do.

Took it for a spin, seems to pull a little harder but everytime I'm coming to a stop and putting it in neutral its Idles to 1200rpm for 2 or 3 seconds before dropping to the usual 550rpm.

I guess its the new Maf calibrating itseft. I will run it for a while before doing anything.
Has anyone experience this too?

Camarotobeornottobe · 04-17-2016, 06:26 AM

If it continues, I recommend putting the car back to stock and making sure it runs correctly. Then, install the parts one at a time, ensuring the car runs right each time. Tedious, but scientific

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FunkedOut · 04-17-2016, 09:11 AM

your rpm blip when you come down to idle is because of the TB. normal behavior for your first few drives as it learns it's new throttle blade positions for idle. the only way to get rid of it is to drive it.

Mikamaro · 04-17-2016, 05:47 PM

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Originally Posted by FunkedOut

your rpm blip when you come down to idle is because of the TB. normal behavior for your first few drives as it learns it's new throttle blade positions for idle. the only way to get rid of it is to drive it.

Thanks for the answer and it didn't take long to set itseft, 30miles and it runs perfectly.

jshaf · 12-24-2016, 08:26 PM

just wanted to bump this up, love my Z/28 air intake!!

Midnight Rat · 12-25-2016, 01:52 PM

I like the way it looks, but why does it say in the Gm catalog it will void warrenty?

jshaf · 12-25-2016, 09:12 PM

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Originally Posted by Midnight Rat

I like the way it looks, but why does it say in the Gm catalog it will void warrenty?

don't know but there are literally dozens of people on this site that run it and have had zero issues to date. mine is going on two years and nothing bad has happened.

CreeperRS · 12-26-2016, 02:21 PM

15,000 miles on the Z/28 intake no problems here! GM is just covering their ass, since it's sold as a performance upgrade, that's why it voids warranty.

rontammy0 · 01-20-2017, 11:03 AM

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Originally Posted by CreeperRS

15,000 miles on the Z/28 intake no problems here! GM is just covering their ass, since it's sold as a performance upgrade, that's why it voids warranty.

Still going strong.....good to hear.

CreeperRS · 01-20-2017, 01:32 PM

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Originally Posted by rontammy0

Still going strong.....good to hear.

04-05-2016, 06:33 AM	#379
Mikamaro MikeNoMaro Drives: A 2016 Challenger R/T M6 STP Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: America Posts: 2,375 View My Garage	Finally the Camaro is out from winter storage...a lot of parts are waiting to be installed and I'm debating if I should install my Vmax Throtle body at the same time with my Z/28 intake or do it a week appart so I can evaluate the vmax on its own...opinions? __________________ Track Day Videos: http://www.youtube.com/user/mrgoodman2000/videos Built #83817, Born January 18th, Christened June 11th 2010, Stolen October 3rd 2016. Last edited by Mikamaro; 04-05-2016 at 08:57 AM.

04-05-2016, 06:44 AM	#380
Johnny's_2SS Drives: 2014 Camaro 2SS 2004 Tahoe Join Date: May 2014 Location: SE Michigan Posts: 234 View My Garage	I installed the Z28 CAI on my L99. No problems. Sounds great. I'm happy __________________ 2014 Camaro 2SS black, Recaro seats, NAV, Sunroof, Strut tower brace, Indoor car cover. Accessories: Red Hot engine cover, OE Subwoofer, Brushed Alum pedals, Ambient lighting, OE Battery charger, OE All weather mats, Z/28 CAI, ZL1 Wheels and Tires, Glowtie, ZL1 steering wheel, 1LE steering wheel plate, ZL1 door trim red lights

04-16-2016, 09:23 PM	#383
Mikamaro MikeNoMaro Drives: A 2016 Challenger R/T M6 STP Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: America Posts: 2,375 View My Garage	So finally got around installing the intake and Vmax TB. I unplugged the battery and took about 20 minutes to do. Took it for a spin, seems to pull a little harder but everytime I'm coming to a stop and putting it in neutral its Idles to 1200rpm for 2 or 3 seconds before dropping to the usual 550rpm. I guess its the new Maf calibrating itseft. I will run it for a while before doing anything. Has anyone experience this too? __________________ Track Day Videos: http://www.youtube.com/user/mrgoodman2000/videos Built #83817, Born January 18th, Christened June 11th 2010, Stolen October 3rd 2016. Last edited by Mikamaro; 04-17-2016 at 08:54 AM.

12-24-2016, 08:26 PM	#387
jshaf Montani Semper Liberi Drives: 2011 Black 2SS/RS w/ IOM stripes Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Masontown, WV Posts: 4,841	just wanted to bump this up, love my Z/28 air intake!! __________________ Stainless Works 1 7/8 Long Tude Headers, Stainless Works High Flow Cats, Stainless Works Retro Chambered Catback, Z/28 Air Intake, RDP Tuned, FR41 Chrome Rims, 1100W stereo, 35% Tint

12-26-2016, 02:21 PM	#390
CreeperRS Drives: 20’ Chevrolet Camaro 2SS 1LE Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: San Diego Posts: 1,579	15,000 miles on the Z/28 intake no problems here! GM is just covering their ass, since it's sold as a performance upgrade, that's why it voids warranty. __________________

04-17-2016, 06:26 AM	#384
Camarotobeornottobe Drives: 1LE Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: East Coast Man Posts: 550	If it continues, I recommend putting the car back to stock and making sure it runs correctly. Then, install the parts one at a time, ensuring the car runs right each time. Tedious, but scientific Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

04-17-2016, 09:11 AM	#385
FunkedOut Drives: Black 2010 SS Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: FL Posts: 447 View My Garage	your rpm blip when you come down to idle is because of the TB. normal behavior for your first few drives as it learns it's new throttle blade positions for idle. the only way to get rid of it is to drive it.

12-25-2016, 01:52 PM	#388
Midnight Rat Drives: SS 1LE Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Texas Posts: 1,829	I like the way it looks, but why does it say in the Gm catalog it will void warrenty?