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AC · 06-11-2011, 03:35 PM

Need some quick help, I am thinking of buying some used LS3 Solo H/F cats for my L99. Anyone know if there will be any fit problems? I know Solo sales one for the L99 that has the Mesh flex pipe for the added vibration of the L99. My thought is they will still work, any thoughts???

AC · 06-11-2011, 05:16 PM

Any guesses? Yes, no, maybe....

BubbaSS · 06-11-2011, 05:34 PM

everything looks the same just before the hpipe, don't see why not...you can always weld it in if it ends up not fitting properly

jtzako · 06-11-2011, 06:36 PM

They should fit, but supposedly without the flex pipe there will be more vibration in the exhaust.

ssmike · 06-11-2011, 07:10 PM

Try sending a PM to GOINGSOLO2, he may know for sure! Here's a couple pics from their website. I would think the manifold flange and exhaust end must be exactly the same because they're made to mate up with the stock system.

AC · 06-11-2011, 07:25 PM

That’s what I'm thinking and I Know a lot of L99 members that have JBA's mid-pipe which looks similar to Solo’s LS3 version. My main concern is maybe the O2 sensors are rotated a little and they hit the auto trans.

ssmike · 06-12-2011, 07:42 AM

Looks to me like the O2 sensors are in the same place between the 2 types so I don't think that will be a problem!

IndeedSS1 · 06-12-2011, 10:03 AM

I'm sure if it was fine SOLO would only make the LS3 version since the L99 is more expensive. More expensive means eliminating some potential buyers.

AC · 06-12-2011, 01:55 PM

Ok, time to put this to rest. After several emails with Steve @ Solo I am convinced that I will have problems. Even if I get them to fit the added vibrations of the L99's will cause issues overtime without the flex pipe. Ordered new L99 H/F cats from Solo……..

ssmike · 06-12-2011, 02:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AC

Ok, time to put this to rest. After several emails with Steve @ Solo I am convinced that I will have problems. Even if I get them to fit the added vibrations of the L99's will cause issues overtime without the flex pipe. Ordered new L99 H/F cats from Solo……..

Cool! You're gonna LOVE them!

011silver 2SS · 06-12-2011, 09:30 PM

nothin for nothin but, what vibrations are diff between the ls3 and l99?? i would think maybe the cat design (ie) ceramic vrs metalic, would be taken in consideration. ? unsure why the 2 motors would,nt be the same application for a converter.

IndeedSS1 · 06-12-2011, 09:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 011silver 2SS

nothin for nothin but, what vibrations are diff between the ls3 and l99?? i would think maybe the cat design (ie) ceramic vrs metalic, would be taken in consideration. ? unsure why the 2 motors would,nt be the same application for a converter.

It's not the cats themselves but the entire mid pipes that the cats are a part of.

06-11-2011, 03:35 PM	#1
AC *GO HOGS GO* Drives: 68/327 & 10 2SS SIM w/ CGM Stripes Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: NW Arkansas Posts: 1,796 View My Garage	Need some help....LS3 Solo cats on L99? Need some quick help, I am thinking of buying some used LS3 Solo H/F cats for my L99. Anyone know if there will be any fit problems? I know Solo sales one for the L99 that has the Mesh flex pipe for the added vibration of the L99. My thought is they will still work, any thoughts??? __________________ ProCharger F1A, ID1000 Injectors, SW Headers, SW full 3" Exhaust, BMR Suspension, CCW 10"/11.5", DBA Rotors, 3.91's, 560/570 hp/tq ProCharger F1A, VMax TB, ID1000 Injectors, SW Headers, SW full 3" Exhaust, BMR Suspension & 4 Point Strut Tower Brace, 3.91 Gears, DBA Rotors Heritage Grille, CCW SP16a Wheels 10"/11.5" Nitto 275/40 315/35, Painted Calipers, Blackout: Bowtie, Rear Panel, Markers & Side Vents, SS Fender Badges, 6.2L Cowl Lettering, Pistol Grip Shifter, RPI SS Door Kick Plates, Billet Cup Holder, Fesler Shift Boot, Lloyd Floor Mats..(1/4: 12.917 @ 109.63) Last edited by AC; 06-11-2011 at 05:42 PM.

06-11-2011, 05:16 PM	#2
AC *GO HOGS GO* Drives: 68/327 & 10 2SS SIM w/ CGM Stripes Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: NW Arkansas Posts: 1,796 View My Garage	Any guesses? Yes, no, maybe.... __________________ ProCharger F1A, ID1000 Injectors, SW Headers, SW full 3" Exhaust, BMR Suspension, CCW 10"/11.5", DBA Rotors, 3.91's, 560/570 hp/tq ProCharger F1A, VMax TB, ID1000 Injectors, SW Headers, SW full 3" Exhaust, BMR Suspension & 4 Point Strut Tower Brace, 3.91 Gears, DBA Rotors Heritage Grille, CCW SP16a Wheels 10"/11.5" Nitto 275/40 315/35, Painted Calipers, Blackout: Bowtie, Rear Panel, Markers & Side Vents, SS Fender Badges, 6.2L Cowl Lettering, Pistol Grip Shifter, RPI SS Door Kick Plates, Billet Cup Holder, Fesler Shift Boot, Lloyd Floor Mats..(1/4: 12.917 @ 109.63)

06-11-2011, 05:34 PM	#3
BubbaSS WHAT RED LIGHT?! Drives: 2011 Black Camaro 2SS/RS M6 Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Miami, Florida Posts: 1,115	everything looks the same just before the hpipe, don't see why not...you can always weld it in if it ends up not fitting properly __________________ 2011 2SS/RS M6 BLACK - VARARAM NO TUNE INTAKE, MODDED AND PORTED TB, PORTED INTAKE MANIFOLD, VITESSE THROTTLE CONTROLLER, DOUG THORLEY LT'S, CATLESS, X-PIPE, 25" STAINLESS WORKS RETRO CHAMBERED MUFFLERS, CUSTOM 2.5" MANDREL BENT EXHAUST, RICHMOND 4.10 GEARS, CUSTOM CAM (231/242 @ 114LSA), MUSTANG DYNO TUNED BY TORQ, 20% CERAMIC TINTS, EIBACH PROKIT SPRINGS 1" DROP, HAWK PERFORMANCE CERAMIC BRAKES, NITTO INVO TIRES, HYDROCARBON TAIL LIGHT AND FOG LIGHT BEZELS BY EMBLEMPROS, METRA DASH KIT, JVC KW-AV71BT, PHOENIX GOLD iAMP GM1, PASSPORT QI45 - 450 RWHP 415 RWTQ

06-11-2011, 06:36 PM	#4
jtzako Drives: 2010 IBM Camaro SS Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: DFW, Tx Posts: 1,157	They should fit, but supposedly without the flex pipe there will be more vibration in the exhaust. __________________ 2010 Camaro SS Imperial Blue \| CAI Inc, CAI \| Solo Hi Flow Cats \| X-Pipe \| Backup Camera \| PDIM

06-11-2011, 07:10 PM	#5
ssmike BL1ZZRD Drives: '16 Camaro 2SS, '20 Equinox Redline Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Buffalo, NY Posts: 7,840	Try sending a PM to GOINGSOLO2, he may know for sure! Here's a couple pics from their website. I would think the manifold flange and exhaust end must be exactly the same because they're made to mate up with the stock system. Attached Images

06-11-2011, 07:25 PM	#6
AC *GO HOGS GO* Drives: 68/327 & 10 2SS SIM w/ CGM Stripes Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: NW Arkansas Posts: 1,796 View My Garage	That’s what I'm thinking and I Know a lot of L99 members that have JBA's mid-pipe which looks similar to Solo’s LS3 version. My main concern is maybe the O2 sensors are rotated a little and they hit the auto trans. __________________ ProCharger F1A, ID1000 Injectors, SW Headers, SW full 3" Exhaust, BMR Suspension, CCW 10"/11.5", DBA Rotors, 3.91's, 560/570 hp/tq ProCharger F1A, VMax TB, ID1000 Injectors, SW Headers, SW full 3" Exhaust, BMR Suspension & 4 Point Strut Tower Brace, 3.91 Gears, DBA Rotors Heritage Grille, CCW SP16a Wheels 10"/11.5" Nitto 275/40 315/35, Painted Calipers, Blackout: Bowtie, Rear Panel, Markers & Side Vents, SS Fender Badges, 6.2L Cowl Lettering, Pistol Grip Shifter, RPI SS Door Kick Plates, Billet Cup Holder, Fesler Shift Boot, Lloyd Floor Mats..(1/4: 12.917 @ 109.63)

06-12-2011, 07:42 AM	#7
ssmike BL1ZZRD Drives: '16 Camaro 2SS, '20 Equinox Redline Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Buffalo, NY Posts: 7,840	Looks to me like the O2 sensors are in the same place between the 2 types so I don't think that will be a problem!

06-12-2011, 10:03 AM	#8
IndeedSS1 Drives: 2010 Camaro SS LS3 Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Eastern MO Posts: 3,786	I'm sure if it was fine SOLO would only make the LS3 version since the L99 is more expensive. More expensive means eliminating some potential buyers. __________________ She is only memory now.

06-12-2011, 01:55 PM	#9
AC *GO HOGS GO* Drives: 68/327 & 10 2SS SIM w/ CGM Stripes Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: NW Arkansas Posts: 1,796 View My Garage	Ok, time to put this to rest. After several emails with Steve @ Solo I am convinced that I will have problems. Even if I get them to fit the added vibrations of the L99's will cause issues overtime without the flex pipe. Ordered new L99 H/F cats from Solo…….. __________________ ProCharger F1A, ID1000 Injectors, SW Headers, SW full 3" Exhaust, BMR Suspension, CCW 10"/11.5", DBA Rotors, 3.91's, 560/570 hp/tq ProCharger F1A, VMax TB, ID1000 Injectors, SW Headers, SW full 3" Exhaust, BMR Suspension & 4 Point Strut Tower Brace, 3.91 Gears, DBA Rotors Heritage Grille, CCW SP16a Wheels 10"/11.5" Nitto 275/40 315/35, Painted Calipers, Blackout: Bowtie, Rear Panel, Markers & Side Vents, SS Fender Badges, 6.2L Cowl Lettering, Pistol Grip Shifter, RPI SS Door Kick Plates, Billet Cup Holder, Fesler Shift Boot, Lloyd Floor Mats..(1/4: 12.917 @ 109.63)

06-12-2011, 09:30 PM	#11
011silver 2SS Drives: 2011 2ss inlaid silver seats a6 Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: new york Posts: 272 View My Garage	nothin for nothin but, what vibrations are diff between the ls3 and l99?? i would think maybe the cat design (ie) ceramic vrs metalic, would be taken in consideration. ? unsure why the 2 motors would,nt be the same application for a converter.

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