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VALOR · 08-02-2009, 10:49 PM

Fellas,

Like most of you, I don't have the money to completely mod the Camaro at one time. As such, I'm going to have to do it in stages. Any ideas on what path I should take from start to finish (i.e. exhaust all the way to K-Member) in order to ensure that the process goes smoothly. I already have a Corsa exhaust. Was thinking about doing the intake manifold, throttle body and intake next at one time.

Thanks boys

ZZcamaro · 08-02-2009, 10:54 PM

I think exhaust and CAI is the first mods you should do on this car. With the right headers/exhaust and CAI you can easily gain 50 HP at the wheels with a good tune.

I do have a ported intake manifold on my car which gained 10HP. The throttle body that I have is ported also...it DID NOT gain any HP on the dyno, but it did make a noticable difference in throttle response.

As for other mods, you will start to see a lot more cost involved in installation. So in my opinion those are a GREAT starting point. If you need any other advice, or have questions please feel free to get in touch with me. I am also here to help if you need to place any orders or check pricing.

Camaro_Psycho · 08-03-2009, 02:39 AM

+1 I most definetly agree that your next upgrade should be CAI and Headers. btw I would go with the ARH's LTs, those things are seeing 50hp and 45tq with a proper tune and I believe they are emission legal (I think).

VALOR · 08-04-2009, 10:46 PM

Thanks for the advice guys. I'm already on the waiting list for the Vararam intake. And had already looked at the AR long tubes -- these things are pricey though -- $1775 is the cheapest I could find. They aren't carb legal in CA, but you only live once I guess

PQ · 08-05-2009, 02:36 AM

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Originally Posted by VALOR

Thanks for the advice guys. I'm already on the waiting list for the Vararam intake. And had already looked at the AR long tubes -- these things are pricey though -- $1775 is the cheapest I could find. They aren't carb legal in CA, but you only live once I guess

This is why 90% of the country can't stand California. What the heck IS legal there?

my2010camaross · 08-05-2009, 03:28 AM

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Originally Posted by irpq11

This is why 90% of the country can't stand California. What the heck IS legal there?

marijuana.

Camaro_Psycho · 08-05-2009, 03:38 AM

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Originally Posted by my2010camaross

marijuana.

gmag21 · 08-05-2009, 09:32 AM

LMR Cold Air Intake - $400
Spark Plugs
Ported Throttle Body
American Racing Headers or Kooks- $1800 or $1600
Pulleys
CAM

SicSix6 · 08-05-2009, 10:12 AM

Actually the general order most people do this in is:
Cai..
Exhaust
Headers
Pulley if you want.
then any suspension stuff
then start thinking about the cam and springs

usmcjlp · 08-05-2009, 11:25 AM

I'm surprised no one has mentioned Forced Induction. I know it is expensive but if you intend to do it at some point you may want to tailor your build towards it.

rodimus prime · 08-05-2009, 01:41 PM

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Originally Posted by irpq11

This is why 90% of the country can't stand California. What the heck IS legal there?

Pedophilia
weed
nudity
gay marriage was for a while
illegal aliens
day labor sites
gay rights parades that offend pretty much everyone...even most gay people

Thats about it.

ElManny · 08-05-2009, 01:53 PM

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Originally Posted by VALOR

Fellas,

Like most of you, I don't have the money to completely mod the Camaro at one time. As such, I'm going to have to do it in stages. Any ideas on what path I should take from start to finish (i.e. exhaust all the way to K-Member) in order to ensure that the process goes smoothly. I already have a Corsa exhaust. Was thinking about doing the intake manifold, throttle body and intake next at one time.

Thanks boys

valor i have the same set up as you cyber grey L99. im going with shorty headers and a borla cat back. all the norcal guys are meeting up next weekend you can come out cruise with us and check out the set up.

addictedtoboost · 08-05-2009, 10:54 PM

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Originally Posted by usmcjlp

I'm surprised no one has mentioned Forced Induction. I know it is expensive but if you intend to do it at some point you may want to tailor your build towards it.

You beat me to it, Force induction is the highest HP gain for the lowest dollars spent, I see countless customers that started with bolt ons only to take off the cold air kit and throttle body overwrite the custom N/A tune and install a supercharger and wish they never bothered with N/A bolt ons.

We also have to be Aware Of The Emission Laws depending on what state your in, I am in CT which is CA emisson laws as well as NY, MA, RI, Jersey, as far as I can tell.

With a blower you can have 500+ hp and still pass emissions NO HASSLES.

You install a set of Headers and forgetaboutit, your not passing NO Way NO How even with a tune.

You Won't have a Check engine Lite but your Cat Readiness Monitors will never set.

Google Readiness Monitors for some Fun Reading.

I love Moding cars but we have to evolve with the times so we constantly look for ways to have fun and not break the law in order to stay in business and not get sued by an Irate customer who can't get his $50,000 car through emmissions.

Besides I am Addictedtoboost

69Bird · 08-06-2009, 12:46 AM

I would go exhaust (headers) before intake. I feel you gain more there than on an intake by far. Yes if you do them as a matched set it would be best. Still exhaust is the most restrictive factory item on all cars.

08-02-2009, 10:49 PM	#1
VALOR Drives: L99 cyber grey Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: san jose Posts: 145	Need your help guys Fellas, Like most of you, I don't have the money to completely mod the Camaro at one time. As such, I'm going to have to do it in stages. Any ideas on what path I should take from start to finish (i.e. exhaust all the way to K-Member) in order to ensure that the process goes smoothly. I already have a Corsa exhaust. Was thinking about doing the intake manifold, throttle body and intake next at one time. Thanks boys

08-05-2009, 09:32 AM	#8
gmag21 gmag21 Drives: 2010 Camaro 1SS/RS Join Date: May 2009 Location: Lafayette/Kingwood Posts: 337	LMR Cold Air Intake - $400 Spark Plugs Ported Throttle Body American Racing Headers or Kooks- $1800 or $1600 Pulleys CAM __________________ L99 \| Billyboat Exhaust, American Racing Headers, Pfadt Springs and Sways, Tune \| 350 whp / 371 tq

08-05-2009, 10:12 AM	#9
SicSix6 The Demon Photographer Drives: 2010 1SS IOM Camaro Join Date: May 2009 Location: Bristow, VA Posts: 756 View My Garage	Actually the general order most people do this in is: Cai.. Exhaust Headers Pulley if you want. then any suspension stuff then start thinking about the cam and springs __________________ 1SS IOM LS3, GM 4-pack guages, SLP SS Front Emblem, Roto-Fab CAI, Solo Performance Mach X Exhaust, Barton Industries Short Throw Shifter

08-06-2009, 12:46 AM	#14
69Bird Drives: 1969 Firebird, 2010 Camaro SS Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Spring Lake NC Posts: 226	I would go exhaust (headers) before intake. I feel you gain more there than on an intake by far. Yes if you do them as a matched set it would be best. Still exhaust is the most restrictive factory item on all cars. __________________ 2SS RS CGM LS3, 11.97@119mph with Pirelli lined fender wells

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08-02-2009, 10:54 PM	#2
ZZcamaro Drives: 2SS w/ ZZ427 Package!! Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Pittsburgh, PA Posts: 2,700	I think exhaust and CAI is the first mods you should do on this car. With the right headers/exhaust and CAI you can easily gain 50 HP at the wheels with a good tune. I do have a ported intake manifold on my car which gained 10HP. The throttle body that I have is ported also...it DID NOT gain any HP on the dyno, but it did make a noticable difference in throttle response. As for other mods, you will start to see a lot more cost involved in installation. So in my opinion those are a GREAT starting point. If you need any other advice, or have questions please feel free to get in touch with me. I am also here to help if you need to place any orders or check pricing.

08-03-2009, 02:39 AM	#3
Camaro_Psycho Drives: 1981 Chevy Celebrity Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Norwalk Posts: 44	+1 I most definetly agree that your next upgrade should be CAI and Headers. btw I would go with the ARH's LTs, those things are seeing 50hp and 45tq with a proper tune and I believe they are emission legal (I think).

08-04-2009, 10:46 PM	#4
VALOR Drives: L99 cyber grey Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: san jose Posts: 145	Thanks for the advice guys. I'm already on the waiting list for the Vararam intake. And had already looked at the AR long tubes -- these things are pricey though -- $1775 is the cheapest I could find. They aren't carb legal in CA, but you only live once I guess

08-05-2009, 11:25 AM	#10
usmcjlp Drives: 2SS/RS LS3 RJT Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Northern Virginia Posts: 755	I'm surprised no one has mentioned Forced Induction. I know it is expensive but if you intend to do it at some point you may want to tailor your build towards it.