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Ajdin@A2BMotorsport · 07-31-2013, 02:25 PM

Well, I would like to do a Cam Package (Full Package not just the cam) over the winter in the Camaro 1LE. I will be adding Texas Speed 2" Headers and a 3" ZL1 Catback from Stainless Works as well but trying to get opinions on where to go... these seem to be the 3 best shops for LS motors within 150KM of my home.

Does anyone have any horror or success stories with these shops, ive spoken to Manny at DaSilva and seen some of their work and it seems like a good place but ive also had some people tell me to stay away from them.

Thanks,

luckynuts · 07-31-2013, 05:05 PM

Personal experience with SPI getting pretty much exactly what you are considering. 480rwhp/440tq. sounds amazing and runs the same. Alain, Drew and crew are top notch and a pleasure to deal with.

BLACK67 · 07-31-2013, 06:40 PM

SPi

FirstCamaro19 · 07-31-2013, 07:12 PM

SPI FTW

Urieal · 08-01-2013, 11:08 AM

SPi.,

No other shop had their own inhouse 5th Gen Camaro... thats why I chose them.

They take their time, they do it right, they work with you to get you what you want and nothing you don't.

Perhaps a better question would be, go down - check it out.

Almost ALL the C5's in the Canada Section from Ontario that have any 'modifications' have gone through SPi... why would you go anywhere else -

I mean look at their track cars, Allanski, DoubleChubby...

Take a look at mine, or Calbers.

or black 67's

or bob's turbo.

I know i'm leaving out a lot of names but on a personal touch.

I was the first SPi customer from Camaro5. (that i know of)
I have been going back ever since.

Truthfully
- I doub't you will hear of any 'bad press' - on these forums
Everyone I know on the boards loves the guys down there...

Oh, and if you're asking about Cam Packages.

- SPI. Hands Down. I did what you did, full cam and supporting mods, right down to a custom grind. They held my hand,explained the pros and cons, and were able to work with me to provide the exact result i was looking for.

This is my monster, built by SPi..
I'm sure many on the board can attest to the quality that SPi provides.

BUT I must cautioun you
Don't take our words for it, get in your car and DRIVE down and TALK TO THEM
in PERSON

Cheers!

Ajdin@A2BMotorsport · 08-01-2013, 11:48 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Urieal

SPi.,

No other shop had their own inhouse 5th Gen Camaro... thats why I chose them.

They take their time, they do it right, they work with you to get you what you want and nothing you don't.

Perhaps a better question would be, go down - check it out.

Almost ALL the C5's in the Canada Section from Ontario that have any 'modifications' have gone through SPi... why would you go anywhere else -

I mean look at their track cars, Allanski, DoubleChubby...

Take a look at mine, or Calbers.

or black 67's

or bob's turbo.

I know i'm leaving out a lot of names but on a personal touch.

I was the first SPi customer from Camaro5. (that i know of)
I have been going back ever since.

Truthfully
- I doub't you will hear of any 'bad press' - on these forums
Everyone I know on the boards loves the guys down there...

Oh, and if you're asking about Cam Packages.

- SPI. Hands Down. I did what you did, full cam and supporting mods, right down to a custom grind. They held my hand,explained the pros and cons, and were able to work with me to provide the exact result i was looking for.

This is my monster, built by SPi..
I'm sure many on the board can attest to the quality that SPi provides.

BUT I must cautioun you
Don't take our words for it, get in your car and DRIVE down and TALK TO THEM
in PERSON

Cheers!

Can you share what you paid for the package? if you want to PM me that's ok, they seem to recommended the most by everyone.

Matster · 08-01-2013, 05:35 PM

Anyone that I know that has had work done by SPi has nothing but good things to say.

Andrew@SPItuning · 08-01-2013, 08:33 PM

Thanks for the replies and references guys

We do try really hard to make sure we are meeting expectations. As hard as we try and as badass as all the cars are that we are putting out, we could never do it without the awesome customer base that we have. We are very lucky to be surrounded by enthusiastic and passionate people that love the hobby, the sport, and their cars.

I have never strived to be the cheapest speed shop around.....I do however, want to be the best. BOZZ1LE, I encourage you to stop by the shop, call us, or talk to our customers. Above that, we will be hosting our third track rental of the season near the end of the month, and that is probably the best opportunity to see a variety of cars with a variety of mods and experience with SPI. It is always a good time, and our customer's put on a good show.

Again, thanks for the props guys, we will update the details on our next track day soon.

Drew

SQUALO · 08-02-2013, 06:58 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bozz1LE

Well, I would like to do a Cam Package (Full Package not just the cam) over the winter in the Camaro 1LE. I will be adding Texas Speed 2" Headers and a 3" ZL1 Catback from Stainless Works as well but trying to get opinions on where to go... these seem to be the 3 best shops for LS motors within 150KM of my home.

Does anyone have any horror or success stories with these shops, ive spoken to Manny at DaSilva and seen some of their work and it seems like a good place but ive also had some people tell me to stay away from them.

Thanks,

I'm a customer of SPi as well as Champion Motors, and heard of great success stories about DaSilva Motorsports too.

You cant go wrong with either of these shops.

Ajdin@A2BMotorsport · 08-02-2013, 11:27 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Shifted Perceptions

Thanks for the replies and references guys

We do try really hard to make sure we are meeting expectations. As hard as we try and as badass as all the cars are that we are putting out, we could never do it without the awesome customer base that we have. We are very lucky to be surrounded by enthusiastic and passionate people that love the hobby, the sport, and their cars.

I have never strived to be the cheapest speed shop around.....I do however, want to be the best. BOZZ1LE, I encourage you to stop by the shop, call us, or talk to our customers. Above that, we will be hosting our third track rental of the season near the end of the month, and that is probably the best opportunity to see a variety of cars with a variety of mods and experience with SPI. It is always a good time, and our customer's put on a good show.

Again, thanks for the props guys, we will update the details on our next track day soon.

Drew

Please make sure to have this one on a saturday, I wanted to come to the last one but getting a Friday off is next to impossible where I work.

BLACK67 · 08-02-2013, 12:11 PM

Just got back from SPi, for reference, there were at least 5 Camaro5 members cars there having some good stuff done.

I believe Alain told me Aug. 22 is the tentative track day, still to be confirmed.

rebelx · 08-06-2013, 04:14 PM

champion motors !! I wouldn't even bring my scooter there!!!!!!thats all i have to say!!

2015_1LE_soon · 01-26-2021, 08:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Andrew@SPItuning

Thanks for the replies and references guys

We do try really hard to make sure we are meeting expectations. As hard as we try and as badass as all the cars are that we are putting out, we could never do it without the awesome customer base that we have. We are very lucky to be surrounded by enthusiastic and passionate people that love the hobby, the sport, and their cars.

I have never strived to be the cheapest speed shop around.....I do however, want to be the best. BOZZ1LE, I encourage you to stop by the shop, call us, or talk to our customers. Above that, we will be hosting our third track rental of the season near the end of the month, and that is probably the best opportunity to see a variety of cars with a variety of mods and experience with SPI. It is always a good time, and our customer's put on a good show.

Again, thanks for the props guys, we will update the details on our next track day soon.

Drew

You guys still open? Google says that you guys may be closed...

Thanks

Modernmusclecar · 02-18-2021, 06:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 2015_1LE_soon

You guys still open? Google says that you guys may be closed...

Thanks

AGP in Newmarket are top notch guys. I had another shop do some work on my car and it was slower. After talking to a few guys at a car show I called AGP. They went out with me and data logged the car. The tune was a mess...and if a trans tune just meant turming up the line pressure then I guess I had it. I had them retune it and add longtubes. It's ran great for 2 years. Goes in Mon for a heads and cam package.

07-31-2013, 02:25 PM	#1
Ajdin@A2BMotorsport Account Suspended Drives: 2013 Camaro 1SS/1LE Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Waterloo Posts: 609	DaSilva Motorsports, Champion Motors or SPi Well, I would like to do a Cam Package (Full Package not just the cam) over the winter in the Camaro 1LE. I will be adding Texas Speed 2" Headers and a 3" ZL1 Catback from Stainless Works as well but trying to get opinions on where to go... these seem to be the 3 best shops for LS motors within 150KM of my home. Does anyone have any horror or success stories with these shops, ive spoken to Manny at DaSilva and seen some of their work and it seems like a good place but ive also had some people tell me to stay away from them. Thanks,

07-31-2013, 05:05 PM	#2
luckynuts Drives: 10 ABM 1SS/00 Z28 Conv/14 SumWh 2LT Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Kingston, ON Posts: 960	Personal experience with SPI getting pretty much exactly what you are considering. 480rwhp/440tq. sounds amazing and runs the same. Alain, Drew and crew are top notch and a pleasure to deal with. __________________ 1 SS/RS 6Sp White Rally Stripes

07-31-2013, 06:40 PM	#3
BLACK67 Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS/RS CGM Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Ontario Posts: 930	SPi __________________ SPi Performance Stage 3 package *Comp Cam* PHADT FE4 ZL Stg.3 VMAX CNC Spiral Ported Throttle Body Dynatech LT headers, Hi flow Cats MBRP 3" 304 stainless X-pipe exhaust Fastlane true CAI. Barton shifter

07-31-2013, 07:12 PM	#4
FirstCamaro19 Drives: 2010 2SS/RS LS3 Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Brantford, Ontario Posts: 352 View My Garage	SPI FTW __________________ Performance: Huron Speed Single Turbo Kit- Turbonetics T76- Stainless Works Retro Chambered Catback - Ported Throttle Body - Dyno Tune - DSS One Piece Aluminum Driveshaft - BMR 1.4" Lowering Springs -TSP 235/239 Lumpy Stick- Aeromotive A1000 Return Fuel System Cosmetics: Heritage Grill - LED Dome/License Plate/and Fog Lights -8000K HID Headlight - BMR 4 Point Strut Tower Brace - Forgestar Wheels Audio: Scosche Dash Kit - Kenwood DNX6990HD w/Nav - Prefabbed Ported Box with 1 12" Alpine Type R - Alpine PDX M12 Amp

08-01-2013, 11:08 AM	#5
Urieal Drives: 2010 Chevy Camaro Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Brampton Posts: 26	SPi., No other shop had their own inhouse 5th Gen Camaro... thats why I chose them. They take their time, they do it right, they work with you to get you what you want and nothing you don't. Perhaps a better question would be, go down - check it out. Almost ALL the C5's in the Canada Section from Ontario that have any 'modifications' have gone through SPi... why would you go anywhere else - I mean look at their track cars, Allanski, DoubleChubby... Take a look at mine, or Calbers. or black 67's or bob's turbo. I know i'm leaving out a lot of names but on a personal touch. I was the first SPi customer from Camaro5. (that i know of) I have been going back ever since. Truthfully - I doub't you will hear of any 'bad press' - on these forums Everyone I know on the boards loves the guys down there... Oh, and if you're asking about Cam Packages. - SPI. Hands Down. I did what you did, full cam and supporting mods, right down to a custom grind. They held my hand,explained the pros and cons, and were able to work with me to provide the exact result i was looking for. This is my monster, built by SPi.. I'm sure many on the board can attest to the quality that SPi provides. BUT I must cautioun you Don't take our words for it, get in your car and DRIVE down and TALK TO THEM in PERSON Cheers! Attached Images

08-01-2013, 05:35 PM	#7
Matster Drives: 2010 2SS/RS IOM/IOM #3625 Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Greater Toronto Area Posts: 1,902 View My Garage	Anyone that I know that has had work done by SPi has nothing but good things to say. __________________ 666 EVIL RWHP BUILT AND TUNED BY SHIFTED PERCEPTIONS INC.(SPi) 416 Forged Stroker, E-Force Supercharger, Blower Cam, Rotofab CAI, Stainless Works 2" LT Headers and 3" Exhaust, LPE ZR1 Twin Disc Clutch, DSS 1400 HP Axles, Pfadt Performance Kit Stage 3.

08-01-2013, 08:33 PM	#8
Andrew@SPItuning Drives: 2010 SS Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Dundas, Ontario Posts: 211	SPI Thanks for the replies and references guys We do try really hard to make sure we are meeting expectations. As hard as we try and as badass as all the cars are that we are putting out, we could never do it without the awesome customer base that we have. We are very lucky to be surrounded by enthusiastic and passionate people that love the hobby, the sport, and their cars. I have never strived to be the cheapest speed shop around.....I do however, want to be the best. BOZZ1LE, I encourage you to stop by the shop, call us, or talk to our customers. Above that, we will be hosting our third track rental of the season near the end of the month, and that is probably the best opportunity to see a variety of cars with a variety of mods and experience with SPI. It is always a good time, and our customer's put on a good show. Again, thanks for the props guys, we will update the details on our next track day soon. Drew Attached Images

08-02-2013, 12:11 PM	#11
BLACK67 Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS/RS CGM Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Ontario Posts: 930	Just got back from SPi, for reference, there were at least 5 Camaro5 members cars there having some good stuff done. I believe Alain told me Aug. 22 is the tentative track day, still to be confirmed. __________________ SPi Performance Stage 3 package *Comp Cam* PHADT FE4 ZL Stg.3 VMAX CNC Spiral Ported Throttle Body Dynatech LT headers, Hi flow Cats MBRP 3" 304 stainless X-pipe exhaust Fastlane true CAI. Barton shifter

08-06-2013, 04:14 PM	#12
rebelx Drives: 2010 silver procharged camaro 2ss Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Ontario Posts: 14	champion motors !! I wouldn't even bring my scooter there!!!!!!thats all i have to say!!