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AG1LE · 12-09-2013, 09:59 PM

[please vote]

I can get a discount on 3.91 gear install with recalibration if I have it installed at the same time as my Pfadt solid subframe bushings (my Pfadt Stage III ZL spec kit is on the way...hopefully).

I wasn't planning to do the gear swap so soon...but it is tempting now that I can get it for a little less...

Should I...
1. Do the gear swap now,
2. Spend the ~$1K on an intake (I want the ADM race intake) plus some other nice no-tune updates (race pedals, MGW STS, 1LE oil separator).
3. Hold onto the ~$1K and keep saving for a wheel/tire upgrade

Right now I'm pretty much stock except for M2W and skip shift eliminator.

Jrichards73 · 12-09-2013, 10:35 PM

It makes the car sooooooooo much better.

fldrummer · 12-09-2013, 10:46 PM

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Originally Posted by Jrichards73

It makes the car sooooooooo much better.

^Agreed. Even if the rest of the car is stock, it will make a very noticeable difference.

Avenging Orange · 12-09-2013, 11:08 PM

Especially if you are getting discount pricing.....no brainer. And if you ever decide to.............oh, say, maybe.......I don't know.....add headers and a dyno tune, that sucker will really jump!

Chris82xx · 12-09-2013, 11:22 PM

It's worth it to do it now. They're giving you a good discount now because installing sub-frame bushings involves dropping the cradle which holds the differential. So while it's down in out, it's worth it to do it now rather then to pay twice and go over the work a second time.

Whatever you were saving up for before, you can do it again.

mdub76 · 12-10-2013, 01:06 AM

Best upgrade for me beside my can.

ssmike · 12-10-2013, 05:41 AM

Gears!!! I did the 3.91's and it's my favorite mod. It really makes the car feel lighter!

Mr. Nasty · 12-10-2013, 05:47 AM

Do the gears.

Merc · 12-10-2013, 07:37 AM

Bring the M6 to life and put the 3:91's in. You will love them.

Apex Motorsports · 12-10-2013, 10:19 AM

The 3.91s rock in the LS3 cars. If you can save some money getting it done while the rear sub frame is out it is a win/win. The hard part is actually getting your hands on them.

*The_Blur* · 12-10-2013, 10:26 AM

It's unanimous. It's time for gearing.

AG1LE · 12-10-2013, 05:25 PM

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Originally Posted by Apex Chase

The 3.91s rock in the LS3 cars. If you can save some money getting it done while the rear sub frame is out it is a win/win. The hard part is actually getting your hands on them.

Ah, good point...better start looking now...

AG1LE · 12-10-2013, 05:28 PM

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Originally Posted by The_Blur

It's unanimous. It's time for gearing.

I'm surprised...expected a mix...

The big factor I'm hesitating on with the gear is the warranty implications of this race shop performing the speedometer re-calibration, and GM treating it as a non-GM tune.

ssmike · 12-10-2013, 06:47 PM

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Originally Posted by JMWNERW

I'm surprised...expected a mix...

The big factor I'm hesitating on with the gear is the warranty implications of this race shop performing the speedometer re-calibration, and GM treating it as a non-GM tune.

So you need to decide what you want, warranty or no warranty. I wouldn't put a poll out there for gears if you're not sure you want to void the warranty! I held out for about a year and 1/2 until the bug for fun mods bit me big time, then the warranty went out the window!

View Poll Results: To Gear, or Not to Gear...
3.91 Gear NOW!	49	96.08%
Other Stuff NOW! (Intake, pedals, STS, etc)	1	1.96%
Save for wheels/tires	1	1.96%
Voters: 51. You may not vote on this poll

12-09-2013, 09:59 PM	#1
AG1LE Drives: '14 1LE Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: NJ Posts: 2,435	To Gear, or Not to Gear... [please vote] I can get a discount on 3.91 gear install with recalibration if I have it installed at the same time as my Pfadt solid subframe bushings (my Pfadt Stage III ZL spec kit is on the way...hopefully). I wasn't planning to do the gear swap so soon...but it is tempting now that I can get it for a little less... Should I... 1. Do the gear swap now, 2. Spend the ~$1K on an intake (I want the ADM race intake) plus some other nice no-tune updates (race pedals, MGW STS, 1LE oil separator). 3. Hold onto the ~$1K and keep saving for a wheel/tire upgrade Right now I'm pretty much stock except for M2W and skip shift eliminator.

12-09-2013, 10:35 PM	#2
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12-09-2013, 11:08 PM	#4
Avenging Orange Drives: 2010 Inferno Orange 2SS/RS Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Clermont, IN Posts: 3,297	Especially if you are getting discount pricing.....no brainer. And if you ever decide to.............oh, say, maybe.......I don't know.....add headers and a dyno tune, that sucker will really jump! __________________ 2010 Inferno Orange 2SS/RS M6 Black Leather, Sun Roof, OBX Headers, Borla touring axle back, Cold Air Inductions CAI , non synthetic fluids, BMR total bushing upgrade/1" lowering springs, DSE 32mm rear sway bar. GM fe4 shocks/struts/LCA's, AAM 3.91 diff, Vertini RFS1.8 20x9 +30. Conti ExtremeContact Sport 275/35/20. sjm autoprod ABL dash kit. Mike Norris tuned 413/419. Avenging Orange: 43 years of not buying into the Hype........and damn proud of it!! https://youtu.be/9JD9it6SmB8 https://youtu.be/xmelTlEzI34 KICKING CANCERS ASS SINCE 2015!!

12-09-2013, 11:22 PM	#5
Chris82xx Make your peace with God! Drives: 2011 Camaro SS/RS M6 Convertible Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Dirty Jersey Posts: 1,595	It's worth it to do it now. They're giving you a good discount now because installing sub-frame bushings involves dropping the cradle which holds the differential. So while it's down in out, it's worth it to do it now rather then to pay twice and go over the work a second time. Whatever you were saving up for before, you can do it again. __________________ ECS base supercharger (NOVI 1500SL), ECS AlKY control kit, 92mm TB, ARH 1 7/8" LT's non-catted, Borla 3" exhaust, ID850 injectors, Squash fuel system, ECS Big Blower Cam, MGW short throw shifter, DSS 1000hp axles, LGW differential cover, billet caps, Tech AFX heater hoses, Pedders differential bushings, Eaton TrueTrac differential, PRC dual valve springs, Katech C5R timing chain, ATI balancer, Meilings oil pump, Pfadt Trailing Arms, Pfadt Tie Rods, Pfadt Sway Bars, Pfadt End Links, DSS Aluminum Driveshaft 811RWHP/719RWTQ UNDER MAJOR OVERHAUL!!

12-10-2013, 01:06 AM	#6
mdub76 Drives: 2010 2ss/RS IOM GFX M6 Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: virginia Posts: 150 View My Garage	Best upgrade for me beside my can.

12-10-2013, 05:41 AM	#7
ssmike BL1ZZRD Drives: '16 Camaro 2SS, '20 Equinox Redline Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Buffalo, NY Posts: 7,840	Gears!!! I did the 3.91's and it's my favorite mod. It really makes the car feel lighter!

12-10-2013, 05:47 AM	#8
Mr. Nasty Emerald Coast Camaros Drives: 2010 RS/SS Rally Yellow & 68 SS Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Woodville,FL. Posts: 1,814	Do the gears. __________________ Best @ 586/525 =10.41 @ 133 AS OF 12/13/14>633 RWHP =10.22@135 AS OF 1/31/15 @ 633 RWHP=10.16@135 AS OF 1/29/16 @ 633 RWHP=10.10@136 TOPED 700 PASSES AFTER F.I. AND STILL ON THE ORIGIANAL STOCK AXLE & DIFF

12-10-2013, 07:37 AM	#9
Merc In The Circle Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SSRS IOM M6 Join Date: May 2009 Location: Abbotsford BC Canada Posts: 11,291	Bring the M6 to life and put the 3:91's in. You will love them. __________________ My Build Thread

12-10-2013, 10:19 AM	#10
Apex Motorsports Drives: 2000 Camaro SS Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Louisville, Ky. Posts: 25,179	The 3.91s rock in the LS3 cars. If you can save some money getting it done while the rear sub frame is out it is a win/win. The hard part is actually getting your hands on them.

12-10-2013, 10:26 AM	#11
The_Blur Moderator Drives: 2018 Harley-Davidson Street Bob Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: San Diego Posts: 14,769	It's unanimous. It's time for gearing. __________________ RDP Motorsport//GEN5DIY//Cultrag Performance//JPSS//Rodgets Chevrolet// Operation Demon//Buy at Invoice//RACECARWEAR RESPECT ALL CARS. LOVE YOUR OWN. warn 145:159 ban