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SGOS252382 · 06-19-2010, 06:40 AM

If you're already planning on LT headers in Aug. I'd rather have a nicely selected cam package.

A nicely selected cam package with supporting mods (LT headers, intake) will net you 450 - 500 rwhp. With some drag radials and good driving you should be able to run high 11s in the 1/4 mile.

Also a cammed LS3 just sounds bad axx.

But a nicely selected cam package + installation will cost you more money than gears.

You can always add gears after your cam setup if you want a little more performance. But I wouldn't pass up a chance to get a cam if I had it.

papabearcamaro · 06-19-2010, 06:49 PM

I have supplied the shop with the Kooks headers,high-flow cats,plugs and wires. To install the custom cam,springs,gaskets,underdrive pully,belts,recharge AC,etc.etc.etc total cost comes to $2,511 with tax. I have not commited yet so I do not have the specs on the cam. Seem like a fair price for cam,related parts,and installation of my supplied headers,cats,plugs,wires and dyno tune?

Mojave · 06-19-2010, 07:10 PM

What kind of mpg decrease can you expect with 4.10 gears?

Apex Motorsports · 06-19-2010, 07:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mojave

What kind of mpg decrease can you expect with 4.10 gears?

We have had several customer running 4.10s in Camaros with the M6 who do mostly in town driving report 1-2 mpg gains! For most customers fuel mileage either stays the same or they lose 1-2 mpg. Running 70-75mph will still have you turning under 2000rpm.

If you have an auto I would suggest 3.73s.

FutureCamaroOwner · 06-19-2010, 08:00 PM

Stupid question but what's the difference btween cam and gears. What kind of gears you talking about?

Mojave · 06-19-2010, 08:21 PM

I am running a manual so 4.10. How much are they and can this be done DIY?

Mojave · 06-19-2010, 08:22 PM

How much are the bushings?

Apex Motorsports · 06-19-2010, 10:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mojave

How much are the bushings?

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mojave

I am running a manual so 4.10. How much are they and can this be done DIY?

PM sent on the pricing. It is absolutely not a DIY project for 95% of people. It is very involved (usually about an 8 hour install for someone who knows what they are doing) and requires a bit of "artistry" as Apex Paul puts it.

McBeevee · 06-19-2010, 10:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Apex Chase

PM sent on the pricing. It is absolutely not a DIY project for 95% of people. It is very involved (usually about an 8 hour install for someone who knows what they are doing) and requires a bit of "artistry" as Apex Paul puts it.

Just picked up my 1SS M6 this week and have already thought about a set of 4.10's. I'm not too far for a road trip down for a gear swap (Lafayette). Just curious about pricing. Can you send me a PM on the parts & install Chase?

Apex Motorsports · 06-20-2010, 07:06 AM

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Originally Posted by Never Satisfied

Just picked up my 1SS M6 this week and have already thought about a set of 4.10's. I'm not too far for a road trip down for a gear swap (Lafayette). Just curious about pricing. Can you send me a PM on the parts & install Chase?

PM sent.

Mojave · 06-20-2010, 07:54 AM

You all do the installs yet?

RedJewelSS · 06-20-2010, 08:05 AM

your best bet for torque is a 6bt transplant.

seriously i would choose gears before the headers and definatly before the cam. but if they have to pull the motor for the headers then i would say do the cam while its out. they may not have to pull it on this specific car im just saying if.

Apex Motorsports · 06-20-2010, 08:14 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mojave

You all do the installs yet?

PM sent.

Mojave · 06-20-2010, 08:17 AM

thanks

06-19-2010, 06:49 PM	#16
papabearcamaro Drives: 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 4x4 Z71 Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: WI. Posts: 1,744	I have supplied the shop with the Kooks headers,high-flow cats,plugs and wires. To install the custom cam,springs,gaskets,underdrive pully,belts,recharge AC,etc.etc.etc total cost comes to $2,511 with tax. I have not commited yet so I do not have the specs on the cam. Seem like a fair price for cam,related parts,and installation of my supplied headers,cats,plugs,wires and dyno tune? __________________ SOLD(Traded for 2012 Silverado Z71 4x4 and 2012 Sonic Hatch.)...2010 Camaro 1SS/RS/LS3,yellow with House of Kolor Tangerine Pearl rally stripes,manual trans.Hurst short throw shifter,4 pack rally gauges,Roto-Fab air intake,Kooks long tube headers with high-flow cats,Borla S-Type catback exhaust,Comp Cam,PRC ported heads,Maggie with 3.6 pulley and 1:1 cog drive,secondary fuel system with 65lb injectors,ADM digital A/F and Boost gauge,Pfadt trailing arms and subframe bushings.614.25rwhp/566.82rwtq on 8# of boost. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 EX.Cab 4X4 Z71.

06-19-2010, 07:10 PM	#17
Mojave San Diego Head Tuners Drives: 2016 Camaro 1SS ,NPP,MagRide, A8 Join Date: May 2009 Location: Temecula, CA Posts: 2,440 View My Garage	What kind of mpg decrease can you expect with 4.10 gears? __________________ 2016 1SS A8, NPP, MagRide, Black Rims My 5th Camaro (3 Gen5, 1 Gen4) Member of San Diego Head Tuners https://www.youtube.com/c/MojaveKY https://www.instagram.com/mojaveky/ https://twitter.com/MojaveKY http://dinowax.refr.cc/bryanm 15% off DinoWax orders

06-19-2010, 08:21 PM	#20
Mojave San Diego Head Tuners Drives: 2016 Camaro 1SS ,NPP,MagRide, A8 Join Date: May 2009 Location: Temecula, CA Posts: 2,440 View My Garage	I am running a manual so 4.10. How much are they and can this be done DIY? __________________ 2016 1SS A8, NPP, MagRide, Black Rims My 5th Camaro (3 Gen5, 1 Gen4) Member of San Diego Head Tuners https://www.youtube.com/c/MojaveKY https://www.instagram.com/mojaveky/ https://twitter.com/MojaveKY http://dinowax.refr.cc/bryanm 15% off DinoWax orders

06-19-2010, 08:22 PM	#21
Mojave San Diego Head Tuners Drives: 2016 Camaro 1SS ,NPP,MagRide, A8 Join Date: May 2009 Location: Temecula, CA Posts: 2,440 View My Garage	How much are the bushings? __________________ 2016 1SS A8, NPP, MagRide, Black Rims My 5th Camaro (3 Gen5, 1 Gen4) Member of San Diego Head Tuners https://www.youtube.com/c/MojaveKY https://www.instagram.com/mojaveky/ https://twitter.com/MojaveKY http://dinowax.refr.cc/bryanm 15% off DinoWax orders

06-20-2010, 07:54 AM	#25
Mojave San Diego Head Tuners Drives: 2016 Camaro 1SS ,NPP,MagRide, A8 Join Date: May 2009 Location: Temecula, CA Posts: 2,440 View My Garage	You all do the installs yet? __________________ 2016 1SS A8, NPP, MagRide, Black Rims My 5th Camaro (3 Gen5, 1 Gen4) Member of San Diego Head Tuners https://www.youtube.com/c/MojaveKY https://www.instagram.com/mojaveky/ https://twitter.com/MojaveKY http://dinowax.refr.cc/bryanm 15% off DinoWax orders

06-19-2010, 06:40 AM	#15
SGOS252382 Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS/RS Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: S.W. Florida Posts: 6,294	If you're already planning on LT headers in Aug. I'd rather have a nicely selected cam package. A nicely selected cam package with supporting mods (LT headers, intake) will net you 450 - 500 rwhp. With some drag radials and good driving you should be able to run high 11s in the 1/4 mile. Also a cammed LS3 just sounds bad axx. But a nicely selected cam package + installation will cost you more money than gears. You can always add gears after your cam setup if you want a little more performance. But I wouldn't pass up a chance to get a cam if I had it.

06-19-2010, 08:00 PM	#19
FutureCamaroOwner Drives: White 1SS/Black Stripes Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: New Albany Indiana Posts: 675	Stupid question but what's the difference btween cam and gears. What kind of gears you talking about?

06-20-2010, 08:05 AM	#26
RedJewelSS Drives: six in a row makes it go Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Delaware Posts: 610 View My Garage	your best bet for torque is a 6bt transplant. seriously i would choose gears before the headers and definatly before the cam. but if they have to pull the motor for the headers then i would say do the cam while its out. they may not have to pull it on this specific car im just saying if. __________________ brian 2010 camaro SS. LS3/6SPD (sold) 2003 Jeep Wrangler/Rubicon/NV3550 1989 F-150 4x4/300 I6/M5ODR2 1982 mustang. 351W/414stroker C4 9" rear. bracket racer 1977 F-100 5.9L 12V Cummins conversion/NV5600

06-20-2010, 08:17 AM	#28
Mojave San Diego Head Tuners Drives: 2016 Camaro 1SS ,NPP,MagRide, A8 Join Date: May 2009 Location: Temecula, CA Posts: 2,440 View My Garage	thanks __________________ 2016 1SS A8, NPP, MagRide, Black Rims My 5th Camaro (3 Gen5, 1 Gen4) Member of San Diego Head Tuners https://www.youtube.com/c/MojaveKY https://www.instagram.com/mojaveky/ https://twitter.com/MojaveKY http://dinowax.refr.cc/bryanm 15% off DinoWax orders

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