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Darkside90 · 10-30-2013, 07:59 PM

Hello all,

This is my first time posting in the forum. I recently purchased a 2014 2SS. As I'm not too familiar with these cars, I've done quite a bit of research in the last few weeks in terms of possible modifications. Although I plan on holding out on modifications for a month or two, it's never too early to get an idea of where I'm heading with this thing...

I was thinking of starting with CAI intake system to start

http://www.phastekperformance.com/20...dairintake.htm

Eventually save up some money to add cat-back exhausts?

http://www.phastekperformance.com/20...back-15307.htm

Would that be the best way to start? Also, do you recommend any alternatives to intake/exhaust links I posted? What else would would you consider adding?

Thanks in advance for the help, it's much appreciated!

GreaseMonkey · 10-30-2013, 08:03 PM

Catch can ? I don't know if the 2014's still need it . If anyone has any insight into this I would greatly appreciate it if you shared . CAI would also be a good "Beginner Mod"

Clif · 10-30-2013, 08:13 PM

beautiful car! congratulations!

DFWZ28 · 10-30-2013, 10:00 PM

Dark,

Great looking SS buddy....love that hood. My first upgrade was a CAI intake. Saw / felt an instant seat of the pants feel and sound. Just starting the car and backing out of the garage the throttle response was significantly improved. Then I noticed the increased growl from the exhaust once on the road. Worth every penny... And oh, it looks really cool.

Jenner · 10-30-2013, 10:09 PM

Check out Apex or jdp, both vendors here, I think both have CAI and exhaust packages which might help you save some $$$

supercharged zl1 · 10-30-2013, 10:09 PM

Very nice car

CAI would be a great first mod.

Mutant Racer · 10-30-2013, 11:18 PM

Dark I would add long tube headers to the list 1 7/8, a cam, sway bars, and new tires.

Texas S&P has long tube headers that are affordable and sound good. The quality is nice as well.

For your exhaust make sure you don't buy a set that is too loud for your tastes. Get the right exhaust the first time.

Cams are one of my favorite mods not only for the sound they add but the power to. Make sure you know what you want before you buy. Many have the go big or go home mentality with cams but it is one of those purchases that should stay inline with your future mods down the road. This forum is loaded with info and vendors to help you out on that one.

Sway bars are a suspension mod you will love the moment you drive off the lot. The improvement in handling they offer can be felt the first corner you take.

Tires are your most important mod and I never liked the P-zero's so it's best to start right away researching what brand will benefit you the most. I'd run those P-zero's down to get your money's worth out of them then look for an upgrade. I favor Nitto's.

NJBourne23 · 10-30-2013, 11:45 PM

Congrats on a nice looking car

Darkside90 · 10-31-2013, 10:35 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jenner

Check out Apex or jdp, both vendors here, I think both have CAI and exhaust packages which might help you save some $$$

Thanks for the tip. Do you have any links or any way I could get in touch with them?

Apex Motorsports · 10-31-2013, 10:41 AM

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Originally Posted by Darkside90

Thanks for the tip. Do you have any links or any way I could get in touch with them?

You can just click my signature to check out our website and I am here if you have any questions.

Mr.Jgunn65 · 10-31-2013, 10:47 AM

Fresh Meat Daaaawwwggggg!

RolltideSS · 10-31-2013, 11:01 AM

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Originally Posted by Apex Chase

You can just click my signature to check out our website and I am here if you have any questions.

What? No video link to the stainless works retro chambered? I love how that one sounds

Darkside90 · 10-31-2013, 12:35 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mutant Racer

Dark I would add long tube headers to the list 1 7/8, a cam, sway bars, and new tires.

Texas S&P has long tube headers that are affordable and sound good. The quality is nice as well.

For your exhaust make sure you don't buy a set that is too loud for your tastes. Get the right exhaust the first time.

Cams are one of my favorite mods not only for the sound they add but the power to. Make sure you know what you want before you buy. Many have the go big or go home mentality with cams but it is one of those purchases that should stay inline with your future mods down the road. This forum is loaded with info and vendors to help you out on that one.

Sway bars are a suspension mod you will love the moment you drive off the lot. The improvement in handling they offer can be felt the first corner you take.

Tires are your most important mod and I never liked the P-zero's so it's best to start right away researching what brand will benefit you the most. I'd run those P-zero's down to get your money's worth out of them then look for an upgrade. I favor Nitto's.

Wow, thanks for all the info...I have a few questions if you don't mind me asking.

Do you personally have the Texas S&P long tube headers and if so, do you have a link to the product and/or video or how it sounds?

Regarding cams, anything specific you recommend? Can you direct me to some good resources?

Sway bars sound like an excellent idea, might be my second mod after CAI. I was thinking of something like this...

http://www.phastekperformance.com/20...-38162.320.htm

I'll definitely wait to run down these tires but it shouldn't take too long

Darkside90 · 10-31-2013, 02:41 PM

Any catch can recommendations from anyone? I was thinking of RX but there are different kinds (i.e. dual valve?). Links would be appreciated

10-30-2013, 07:59 PM	#1
Darkside90 Drives: 2014 Camaro 2SS/RS L99 Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Los Angeles, California Posts: 11	New to Camaro, need help with possible mods! Hello all, This is my first time posting in the forum. I recently purchased a 2014 2SS. As I'm not too familiar with these cars, I've done quite a bit of research in the last few weeks in terms of possible modifications. Although I plan on holding out on modifications for a month or two, it's never too early to get an idea of where I'm heading with this thing... I was thinking of starting with CAI intake system to start http://www.phastekperformance.com/20...dairintake.htm Eventually save up some money to add cat-back exhausts? http://www.phastekperformance.com/20...back-15307.htm Would that be the best way to start? Also, do you recommend any alternatives to intake/exhaust links I posted? What else would would you consider adding? Thanks in advance for the help, it's much appreciated! Attached Images

10-30-2013, 10:00 PM	#4
DFWZ28 Drives: 2010 SS Join Date: May 2012 Location: Rockwall, TX Posts: 1,605 View My Garage	Dark, Great looking SS buddy....love that hood. My first upgrade was a CAI intake. Saw / felt an instant seat of the pants feel and sound. Just starting the car and backing out of the garage the throttle response was significantly improved. Then I noticed the increased growl from the exhaust once on the road. Worth every penny... And oh, it looks really cool. Attached Images __________________

10-30-2013, 11:45 PM	#8
NJBourne23 Master of Nothings Drives: 2010 Chevy Camaro 2LT/RS Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: PA Posts: 692 View My Garage	Congrats on a nice looking car __________________ 2010 Chevrolet Camaro 2LT/RS

10-30-2013, 08:03 PM	#2
GreaseMonkey Drives: 2011 2LT/RS Camaro Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Pflugerville,Texas / Houston,Texas Posts: 161	Catch can ? I don't know if the 2014's still need it . If anyone has any insight into this I would greatly appreciate it if you shared . CAI would also be a good "Beginner Mod"

10-30-2013, 08:13 PM	#3
Clif Drives: 2013 2LT Camaro Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: NC Posts: 18	beautiful car! congratulations!

10-30-2013, 10:09 PM	#5
Jenner Drives: 2012 SS/RS Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Placentia, CA Posts: 2,130	Check out Apex or jdp, both vendors here, I think both have CAI and exhaust packages which might help you save some $$$

10-30-2013, 10:09 PM	#6
supercharged zl1 Drives: '13 camaro zl1 '08 daytona charger Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: san diego Posts: 3,176	Very nice car CAI would be a great first mod.

10-30-2013, 11:18 PM	#7
Mutant Racer Drives: 2015 2LT Torch Red C7 Stingray Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Chicago Posts: 1,807 View My Garage	Dark I would add long tube headers to the list 1 7/8, a cam, sway bars, and new tires. Texas S&P has long tube headers that are affordable and sound good. The quality is nice as well. For your exhaust make sure you don't buy a set that is too loud for your tastes. Get the right exhaust the first time. Cams are one of my favorite mods not only for the sound they add but the power to. Make sure you know what you want before you buy. Many have the go big or go home mentality with cams but it is one of those purchases that should stay inline with your future mods down the road. This forum is loaded with info and vendors to help you out on that one. Sway bars are a suspension mod you will love the moment you drive off the lot. The improvement in handling they offer can be felt the first corner you take. Tires are your most important mod and I never liked the P-zero's so it's best to start right away researching what brand will benefit you the most. I'd run those P-zero's down to get your money's worth out of them then look for an upgrade. I favor Nitto's.

10-31-2013, 10:47 AM	#11
Mr.Jgunn65 Drives: 2011 Camaro 2/SS Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Augusta Posts: 344 View My Garage	Fresh Meat Daaaawwwggggg!

10-31-2013, 02:41 PM	#14
Darkside90 Drives: 2014 Camaro 2SS/RS L99 Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Los Angeles, California Posts: 11	Any catch can recommendations from anyone? I was thinking of RX but there are different kinds (i.e. dual valve?). Links would be appreciated