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snowman4951 · 10-19-2014, 10:28 AM

Hello everyone. I have a 2011 SS Convertible. Later than sooner, I want to get a Super Charger. Too much money right now. Anyway, I have Kooks LT headers and Catback, a K&N CAI, a computer tune, and a 160 degree thermostat.

After talking to a few want to be mechanics, they said I should get a Cam.
So, would getting a Cam wake my car up a little more? What type of Cam? Do I need to get anything else when I get a Cam?

Obviously cost is huge. But can anyone give me a ballpark figure and time frame the job would take? I'm going through Rad treatment, so I have to really budget well. I appreciate the help in advance! Thank you!

sscamaro · 10-20-2014, 11:07 AM

A cam installed will cost you about $1500-$1800. Depending on the cam it will wake it up, but it won't drive the same. One thing about a supercharger is that it drives like a daily driver until you step on the gas pedal. Mine is 546/rwhp without a cam. It's enough for the street and me.

snowman4951 · 10-21-2014, 07:41 AM

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A cam installed will cost you about $1500-$1800. Depending on the cam it will wake it up, but it won't drive the same. One thing about a supercharger is that it drives like a daily driver until you step on the gas pedal. Mine is 546/rwhp without a cam. It's enough for the street and me.

That would be perfect to me as well. I just know SC cost $6,000.00 and up :-(

sscamaro · 10-21-2014, 11:24 AM

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That would be perfect to me as well. I just know SC cost $6,000.00 and up :-(

Yes, but a lot more HP than a cam.

snowman4951 · 10-22-2014, 07:29 AM

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Yes, but a lot more HP than a cam.

So true! Does anyone make refurbished Super Chargers?

sscamaro · 10-22-2014, 11:08 AM

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So true! Does anyone make refurbished Super Chargers?

It's like buying a used car. You never know what you'll get.

molsonbrador · 10-22-2014, 11:32 AM

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It's like buying a used car. You never know what you'll get.

Or a box of chocolates for that matter. Save up for SC.

snowman4951 · 10-22-2014, 12:22 PM

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Or a box of chocolates for that matter. Save up for SC.

Great Points...mmm chocolate!

JANNETTYRACING · 10-22-2014, 02:19 PM

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Originally Posted by snowman4951

Hello everyone. I have a 2011 SS Convertible. Later than sooner, I want to get a Super Charger. Too much money right now. Anyway, I have Kooks LT headers and Catback, a K&N CAI, a computer tune, and a 160 degree thermostat.

After talking to a few want to be mechanics, they said I should get a Cam.
So, would getting a Cam wake my car up a little more? What type of Cam? Do I need to get anything else when I get a Cam?

Obviously cost is huge. But can anyone give me a ballpark figure and time frame the job would take? I'm going through Rad treatment, so I have to really budget well. I appreciate the help in advance! Thank you!

Auto or Manual?

Frans96ss · 10-22-2014, 04:34 PM

Give us a call. We can take care of you in every way.

snowman4951 · 10-23-2014, 07:21 AM

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Auto or Manual?

Auto

snowman4951 · 10-23-2014, 07:23 AM

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Originally Posted by Frans96ss

Give us a call. We can take care of you in every way.

I've been going to ECS. They told me, I'd have a good chance of blowing my Trans if I went with the cam.

Rcfiddy1 · 10-23-2014, 10:40 AM

Really? I guess Im going to bring mine back...

You won't blow your transmission if tuned right. Also remember if you decide to cam first you should think about blower cams if your going to get blown later. Im over 600rwhp with a very conservative tune till funds allow beefing up drivetrain.

snowman4951 · 10-23-2014, 10:59 AM

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Really? I guess Im going to bring mine back...

You won't blow your transmission if tuned right. Also remember if you decide to cam first you should think about blower cams if your going to get blown later. Im over 600rwhp with a very conservative tune till funds allow beefing up drivetrain.

Love the car! I want those same vents for my hood!

10-19-2014, 10:28 AM	#1
snowman4951 snowman4951 Drives: 2011 Camaro SS Convertible Join Date: May 2013 Location: Bucks Co. PA Posts: 113	A little knowledge please! Hello everyone. I have a 2011 SS Convertible. Later than sooner, I want to get a Super Charger. Too much money right now. Anyway, I have Kooks LT headers and Catback, a K&N CAI, a computer tune, and a 160 degree thermostat. After talking to a few want to be mechanics, they said I should get a Cam. So, would getting a Cam wake my car up a little more? What type of Cam? Do I need to get anything else when I get a Cam? Obviously cost is huge. But can anyone give me a ballpark figure and time frame the job would take? I'm going through Rad treatment, so I have to really budget well. I appreciate the help in advance! Thank you! __________________ Super Beast

10-20-2014, 11:07 AM	#2
sscamaro Drives: 2010 2SS, 2017 Silverado LTZ Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Denver,PA Posts: 3,195 View My Garage	A cam installed will cost you about $1500-$1800. Depending on the cam it will wake it up, but it won't drive the same. One thing about a supercharger is that it drives like a daily driver until you step on the gas pedal. Mine is 546/rwhp without a cam. It's enough for the street and me. __________________ 2010 2SS/RS Victory Red, MN6, 1-7/8 Kooks LT Headers, SLP Axle Back, Edelbrock E-Force S/C, ZL1 Fuel Pump, 72# Injectors, JRE fuel rail upgrade, Roto-Fab CAI, Elite Catch Can, Billet Hurst Shifter, DSS 1000HP axles, Spohn Trailing Arms, Toe Links, Lower Control Arms. Chrome American Racing Torq-Thrust wheels. 546/rwhp & 522/rwtq & 10.9# boost Tune by Jeremy Formato.

10-23-2014, 10:40 AM	#13
Rcfiddy1 Sold car... Drives: 2010 Rally Yellow 2SS/RS #37115 Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Manalapan, New Jersey Posts: 2,019 View My Garage	Really? I guess Im going to bring mine back... You won't blow your transmission if tuned right. Also remember if you decide to cam first you should think about blower cams if your going to get blown later. Im over 600rwhp with a very conservative tune till funds allow beefing up drivetrain. __________________ Build Thread ECS Novi 1500 Supercharged, LS3 conversion, Small blower cam, Alky Meth injection, 3:45 rear, BMR Suspension parts, 1LE Sways, Billy Boat ZL1 dual mode exhaust.

10-22-2014, 04:34 PM	#10
Frans96ss Drives: 96SS Join Date: May 2009 Location: New Castle Delaware Posts: 1,948	Give us a call. We can take care of you in every way.