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angryBits · 05-14-2015, 06:40 PM

Pulled the trigger.

I went with Synergy Motorsports.

RotoFab CAI
1 7/8" ARH Long System w/ High Flows
NGK TR7IX-N Plugs
91 Tune

Rick suggested ARH headers and NGK TR7IX-N plugs which was a divergence from my original plan.

I should get it installed after a few weeks when the parts arrive and they have an opening.

I was very pleased to hear that Synergy Motorsports has a good relationship with Abel Chevrolet, hopefully this helps in the event of any legit warranty needs.

And now for the worst part... The waiting...

MaroSS · 05-19-2015, 10:54 AM

Post a video clip when you get it installed and keep the thread updated on how long your high flow cats last

angryBits · 05-19-2015, 11:54 AM

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Originally Posted by MaroSS

Post a video clip when you get it installed and keep the thread updated on how long your high flow cats last

Will do.

What's the typical life-expectancy of high-flow cats?

I've never kept a car longer than 3 years so that's all I need.

MarylandSpeed · 05-19-2015, 02:18 PM

If you have any questions on SW call us @ 443-730-9428, we will hook you up!

MaroSS · 05-19-2015, 02:30 PM

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Originally Posted by angryBits

Will do.

What's the typical life-expectancy of high-flow cats?

I've never kept a car longer than 3 years so that's all I need.

Well since these are supercharged cars I have been told, and reading on the forums that high flow cats will for sure blow out due to all the pressure and heat of the exhaust but there is no set time frame, it depends on driving conditions.

3 years would be a miracle from what I understand lol.

angryBits · 05-19-2015, 03:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MaroSS

Well since these are supercharged cars I have been told, and reading on the forums that high flow cats will for sure blow out due to all the pressure and heat of the exhaust but there is no set time frame, it depends on driving conditions.

3 years would be a miracle from what I understand lol.

Really? Seems like I did not do the necessary research...

What happens when it blows out? CEL? Won't pass smog?

Whats the fix? Plug-n-Play some new high-flow cats for a few $$ ?

MaroSS · 05-20-2015, 09:40 AM

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Originally Posted by angryBits

Really? Seems like I did not do the necessary research...

What happens when it blows out? CEL? Won't pass smog?

Whats the fix? Plug-n-Play some new high-flow cats for a few $$ ?

I wish it was that simple but there will be no indicator letting you know that your high flow cats have been damaged. You will start to either hear weird noise from your exhaust like its clogged or your performance will suffer or you blow up(exaggerating) lmao.... Based on my research of course haha.

The fix is to go cat-less or remove the long tubes lol.

Nor Cal ZL1 · 05-22-2015, 08:41 AM

There is no cure all of them will eventually blow out. Jannetty sells the super cats so those might hold up better. Make sure your tuner does not disable the cat over temp protection. You did not say you were overdriving the SC. If not I would not worry about it. Check the cats once a year.

Chuckem12 · 11-30-2015, 11:04 PM

So, question relating to the original question of "factory or performance" connet..... can the performance connect to the OEM cats? I found an awesome deal on some SW cb but its the performance connect sku number.... i want headers eventually but want to keep the warranty for a bit longer... will the CB connect to my oem cats?

cal45 · 12-01-2015, 06:28 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Nor Cal ZL1

There is no cure all of them will eventually blow out. Jannetty sells the super cats so those might hold up better. Make sure your tuner does not disable the cat over temp protection. You did not say you were overdriving the SC. If not I would not worry about it. Check the cats once a year.

How do you check the cats? Are you just referring to a visual inspection?

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winterboy8 · 12-01-2015, 06:29 AM

Performance connect is 3", factory connect is 2.5", so no it won't fit your OEM cats. What kind of deal did you find? I really like the retro cat back and am thinking of changing my NPP to that setup.

JDP Motorsports · 12-01-2015, 09:19 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Chuckem12

So, question relating to the original question of "factory or performance" connet..... can the performance connect to the OEM cats? I found an awesome deal on some SW cb but its the performance connect sku number.... i want headers eventually but want to keep the warranty for a bit longer... will the CB connect to my oem cats?

The Performance Connect is designed to connect to the Stainless Works or Stainless Power Headers. It will not work with factory manifolds unfortunately.

Quote:

Originally Posted by winterboy8

Performance connect is 3", factory connect is 2.5", so no it won't fit your OEM cats. What kind of deal did you find? I really like the retro cat back and am thinking of changing my NPP to that setup.

The Retro is a great sounding system!!!

Kind regards,

Jordan Priestley
888.308.6007

Chuckem12 · 12-01-2015, 10:17 AM

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Originally Posted by winterboy8

Performance connect is 3", factory connect is 2.5", so no it won't fit your OEM cats. What kind of deal did you find? I really like the retro cat back and am thinking of changing my NPP to that setup.

i found it for $495 delivered on SDparts.net

hmmm....maybe will have to consider new headers sooner

KaBoom1701 · 12-01-2015, 10:27 AM

I've heard that you should just gut the cats to avoid damaging your engine when they go...

05-14-2015, 06:40 PM	#29
angryBits Drives: ZL1 1LE A10 Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: CA Posts: 1,093	Pulled the trigger. I went with Synergy Motorsports. RotoFab CAI 1 7/8" ARH Long System w/ High Flows NGK TR7IX-N Plugs 91 Tune Rick suggested ARH headers and NGK TR7IX-N plugs which was a divergence from my original plan. I should get it installed after a few weeks when the parts arrive and they have an opening. I was very pleased to hear that Synergy Motorsports has a good relationship with Abel Chevrolet, hopefully this helps in the event of any legit warranty needs. And now for the worst part... The waiting... __________________ Current: 2019 ZL1 1LE A10 Mods: MPS4s Tires \| Borla Atak \| CF Steering Wheel Previous: 2018 ZL1 1LE M6 \| 2017 Z06 Z07 M7 \| 2017 GS A8 \| 2015 ZL1 M6 \| 2013 GT500

05-19-2015, 10:54 AM	#30
MaroSS ZL1 Drives: 10' SS/RS - Sold; 15' White ZL1 Join Date: May 2009 Location: Harbor City, CA Posts: 683 View My Garage	Post a video clip when you get it installed and keep the thread updated on how long your high flow cats last __________________

12-01-2015, 06:29 AM	#39
winterboy8 Drives: 2015 ZL1 Blue Velvet Metallic Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: Melbourne, FL Posts: 720 View My Garage	Performance connect is 3", factory connect is 2.5", so no it won't fit your OEM cats. What kind of deal did you find? I really like the retro cat back and am thinking of changing my NPP to that setup. __________________ Roto-Fab CAI, ARH LT, SW 3" catback, JRE tune, Elite-2 CC, VMAX TB, Big Gulp, WW II relo, Lingenfelter S/C reservoir

12-01-2015, 10:27 AM	#42
KaBoom1701 KaBoom1701 Drives: 13' ZL1 Red M6 Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: I.E. SoCal (Yucaipa) Posts: 8,630	I've heard that you should just gut the cats to avoid damaging your engine when they go... __________________ Mods: Roto-Fab Intake, WW Res. kit & Big Gulp Air Scoop, Elite Catch Can, ATI Super Damper & 18% OD Pulley, LF Idler pulley bracket, Metco CC breather, ID850 Injectors, Stainless Power Headers w/ ceramic coating, TR71X Spark Plugs, JMS Fuel Pump Booster, Bo White TB, Tuned by Ted @ Jannetty Racing, Ron Davis HX, D3 Reservoir, Pfadt 1" Springs, Moreno Camber Plates, ZL1 Addons Splitter guard washers, Tow Hook kit & rock guards, Hurst Shifter Billet Plus 6 Speed Short Shifter, ZL1 DRL lighting harness, ZL1 Recaro Seats.

05-19-2015, 02:18 PM	#32
MarylandSpeed Account Suspended Drives: 2012 ZL1 & 2010 2SS/RS Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Maryland Posts: 3,378	If you have any questions on SW call us @ 443-730-9428, we will hook you up!

05-22-2015, 08:41 AM	#36
Nor Cal ZL1 Drives: 2013 ZL1 M6 Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Nor Cal Posts: 1,825	There is no cure all of them will eventually blow out. Jannetty sells the super cats so those might hold up better. Make sure your tuner does not disable the cat over temp protection. You did not say you were overdriving the SC. If not I would not worry about it. Check the cats once a year.

11-30-2015, 11:04 PM	#37
Chuckem12 Drives: 2015 Camaro SS (2SS/RS) Join Date: Nov 2015 Location: Miami (for now) Posts: 46	So, question relating to the original question of "factory or performance" connet..... can the performance connect to the OEM cats? I found an awesome deal on some SW cb but its the performance connect sku number.... i want headers eventually but want to keep the warranty for a bit longer... will the CB connect to my oem cats?