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Andymon · 01-26-2013, 12:02 PM

I plan on doing my first round of upgrades to my 2012 Camaro 2SS AUTO L99. My goal is for about 600RWHP weekend cruiser. I want a PD root type blower so I think the whipple would be the best option for me. Also I want the option for more power in the future. I have a list of everything I plan on throwing at the car and I am looking for feedback from forum members on my build. Please tell what I am missing and what I might want to change.

Engine:
Whipple supercharger tuner kit with 3.75 pulley
GT9 cam with dual spring kit
L99 to LS3 conversion DOD delete kit
ZR1 Head Gasket
Roto-fab whipple intake kit
Kooks 1-7/8 coated headers with catted mids
Magnaflow Street Cat-back
LPE Twin Pump kit
ID850 injectors
ZL1 MAP sensor
Dynotune

Exterior:
Nurburgring 20x10 rear with 305/35 goodyear F1 Supercar G1 tires
Nurburgring 20x8.5 front with 255/45 goodyear F1 supercar tires

Thanks for any input

Synner · 01-26-2013, 12:25 PM

Only thing I would change is go with a wider front wheel/tire. Unless you only care about going in a straight line that thing will understeer a LOT with that much of a tire size difference, especially without going to a stiffer sway to try and counteract it. Granted you could probably use the new power to create oversteer but with a lot of power that can also be risky if you're not used to driving on the edge.

I'd look at a 275 or 285.

Andymon · 01-26-2013, 12:36 PM

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Originally Posted by Synner

Only thing I would change is go with a wider front wheel/tire. Unless you only care about going in a straight line that thing will understeer a LOT with that much of a tire size difference, especially without going to a stiffer sway to try and counteract it. Granted you could probably use the new power to create oversteer but with a lot of power that can also be risky if you're not used to driving on the edge.

I'd look at a 275 or 285.

Yes I have seen the 275 front combo on here a lot and now I know why so I will probably go that way. Thank you.

Synner · 01-26-2013, 01:07 PM

A 20x10+35 up front works and is available in a few different rotary forged TSW's and should work fine with the 285 supercar G2. Pretty sure they don't offer a 275.

The handling difference alone will be amazing. You'll have a fun ride.

GraysonPeace · 01-26-2013, 01:25 PM

I have 600rwhp with much of what your planning. We also installed some better plugs and wires as well as the ARP head bolts and a trunion kit. You are also going to want to get some gauges to keep an eye on things!

Chris-HPS · 01-26-2013, 01:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Andymon

I plan on doing my first round of upgrades to my 2012 Camaro 2SS AUTO L99. My goal is for about 600RWHP weekend cruiser. I want a PD root type blower so I think the whipple would be the best option for me. Also I want the option for more power in the future. I have a list of everything I plan on throwing at the car and I am looking for feedback from forum members on my build. Please tell what I am missing and what I might want to change.

Engine:
Whipple supercharger tuner kit with 3.75 pulley
GT9 cam with dual spring kit
L99 to LS3 conversion DOD delete kit
ZR1 Head Gasket
Roto-fab whipple intake kit
Kooks 1-7/8 coated headers with catted mids
Magnaflow Street Cat-back
LPE Twin Pump kit
ID850 injectors
ZL1 MAP sensor
Dynotune

Exterior:
Nurburgring 20x10 rear with 305/35 goodyear F1 Supercar G1 tires
Nurburgring 20x8.5 front with 255/45 goodyear F1 supercar tires

Thanks for any input

You also need a set of hardened pushrods. Also while the heads are off you should go ahead and upgrade to ARP head studs as well

Chris

Andymon · 01-26-2013, 01:34 PM

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Originally Posted by Synner

A 20x10+35 up front works and is available in a few different rotary forged TSW's and should work fine with the 285 supercar G2. Pretty sure they don't offer a 275.

The handling difference alone will be amazing. You'll have a fun ride.

I might go with Nitto NT05 275/315.

Andymon · 01-26-2013, 01:35 PM

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Originally Posted by Chris-HPS

You also need a set of hardened pushrods. Also while the heads are off you should go ahead and upgrade to ARP head studs as well

Chris

I hate to remove the heads and not get a P/P job done.

Chris-HPS · 01-26-2013, 01:44 PM

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Originally Posted by Andymon

I hate to remove the heads and not get a P/P job done.

You have to remove the heads to change out the lifters anyway.
We can port and polish the heads.

Chris

Andymon · 01-26-2013, 01:54 PM

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Originally Posted by Chris-HPS

You have to remove the heads to change out the lifters anyway.
We can port and polish the heads.

Chris

Yes I know. Just saying might as well port them at the same time.

94guy · 01-26-2013, 02:52 PM

why are you choosing thr gt9 cam?

Andymon · 01-26-2013, 02:56 PM

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Originally Posted by 94guy

why are you choosing thr gt9 cam?

I was looking for a smooth idle blower cam.

Andymon · 01-29-2013, 08:56 AM

Would any drivetrain upgrades be needed if I just ran with the whipple, intake, and exhaust?

Indyblue98 · 01-29-2013, 09:10 AM

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Originally Posted by Andymon

Would any drivetrain upgrades be needed if I just ran with the whipple, intake, and exhaust?

I have only done the 1st stage of the items on your list.
Haven't got to the heads/Cam part yet.
Making right at 500 to the wheels.
With the power you'll be making wheel hop and suspension stress will be a problem.
You should look into some rear suspension upgrades while the tank is out for a new fuel pump.
No reason to pay twice the labor

01-26-2013, 12:02 PM	#1
Andymon Drives: TwinTurbo 2012 IOM Camaro 2SS Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: OH Posts: 140	2012 2SS Supercharged build I plan on doing my first round of upgrades to my 2012 Camaro 2SS AUTO L99. My goal is for about 600RWHP weekend cruiser. I want a PD root type blower so I think the whipple would be the best option for me. Also I want the option for more power in the future. I have a list of everything I plan on throwing at the car and I am looking for feedback from forum members on my build. Please tell what I am missing and what I might want to change. Engine: Whipple supercharger tuner kit with 3.75 pulley GT9 cam with dual spring kit L99 to LS3 conversion DOD delete kit ZR1 Head Gasket Roto-fab whipple intake kit Kooks 1-7/8 coated headers with catted mids Magnaflow Street Cat-back LPE Twin Pump kit ID850 injectors ZL1 MAP sensor Dynotune Exterior: Nurburgring 20x10 rear with 305/35 goodyear F1 Supercar G1 tires Nurburgring 20x8.5 front with 255/45 goodyear F1 supercar tires Thanks for any input

01-26-2013, 01:25 PM	#5
GraysonPeace "Go on the last yellow.." Drives: 2010 2SS/RS L99 CGM Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Ocala, FL Posts: 171	I have 600rwhp with much of what your planning. We also installed some better plugs and wires as well as the ARP head bolts and a trunion kit. You are also going to want to get some gauges to keep an eye on things! __________________ Blown and built by Ty Sochacki, tuned by Jeremy Formato. Member of the 11 second club.

01-26-2013, 12:25 PM	#2
Synner Drives: cars Join Date: May 2011 Location: Oversneeze Posts: 4,544	Only thing I would change is go with a wider front wheel/tire. Unless you only care about going in a straight line that thing will understeer a LOT with that much of a tire size difference, especially without going to a stiffer sway to try and counteract it. Granted you could probably use the new power to create oversteer but with a lot of power that can also be risky if you're not used to driving on the edge. I'd look at a 275 or 285.

01-26-2013, 01:07 PM	#4
Synner Drives: cars Join Date: May 2011 Location: Oversneeze Posts: 4,544	A 20x10+35 up front works and is available in a few different rotary forged TSW's and should work fine with the 285 supercar G2. Pretty sure they don't offer a 275. The handling difference alone will be amazing. You'll have a fun ride.

01-26-2013, 02:52 PM	#11
94guy Drives: 99 Camaro; 2010 Camaro 2SS/RS Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: louisiana Posts: 1,965	why are you choosing thr gt9 cam?

01-29-2013, 08:56 AM	#13
Andymon Drives: TwinTurbo 2012 IOM Camaro 2SS Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: OH Posts: 140	Would any drivetrain upgrades be needed if I just ran with the whipple, intake, and exhaust?