DaJags85 2013 Camaro 2LS - Camaro5 Chevy Camaro Forum / Camaro ZL1, SS and V6 Forums

DaJags85 · 08-20-2013, 06:50 PM

I purchased a black 2013 2LS less than 2 weeks ago. I'll post some pictures sometime this week. I plan on making a few changes and then leaving it alone for the most part. This is my first Camaro and the only new car I've ever owned. With that being said, I have limited car knowledge aside from anything gained while researching the Camaro before purchase. My purpose for creating this thread is to get some friendly advice and post updates on any modifications.

Here's what I'm looking to do:

1. Add new wheels and tires (20" or 22") that are not flashy but enhance the appearance of the car and add to performance.

2. Have PDIM/USB input installed and programmed so I can listen to streaming audio through my iphone.

3. New headlights (maybe halos?) and tail lights

4. Cold Air intake

5. Exhaust

I'll gladly accept any advice you guys can offer, tips on things to avoid and things I should consider adding to the list. Thanks in advance.

Lil' Nasty · 08-21-2013, 01:47 AM

Congrats on the new car

I would suggest getting an Elite Catch Can for your Camaro

2SSRS@Gen5diy · 08-21-2013, 08:51 AM

Congrats on the car, and stay away from 22" rimes they will not help in adding to performance.

DaJags85 · 08-21-2013, 10:24 AM

Thanks guys. I've read about the catch can. What is the best brand out there? I've combed through the forum and see that just about everyone recommends it.

On the rims, I was leaning more toward 20" anyway. I don't care for the heritage wheels at all, but I'm also not trying to make the car look outrageous. Can you recommend some reputable wheel brands for me to take a look at. I've never purchased aftermarket wheels and tires, so I'm experiencing some information overload.

On another note, which modifications will void the warranty?

SilverSlayer-SS · 08-21-2013, 10:33 AM

Most people use the RX-Catch Can

And about the wheels, check out TSW and giovanni kilis rims, I'd personally say they are the two wheels that fit the camaro neatly and look amazing as well

About the warranty I don't really know since I don't live in the states, sorry about that
Hope I helped

SilverSlayer-SS · 08-21-2013, 10:34 AM

If you need more help please don't hesitate to PM me

and congrats on the car

DaJags85 · 08-21-2013, 11:14 AM

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DaJags85 · 08-21-2013, 11:23 AM

Thanks for the suggestions Silver. I'll definitely take a look at the RX and Elite catch cans and those wheel brands as well.

Lil' Nasty · 08-21-2013, 12:42 PM

i believe the rx CC is still on a 6-8 wait time according to their site but my guess its probably longer.... Elite is no wait.

DaJags85 · 08-21-2013, 12:52 PM

Thanks for the info. Is the RX worth the wait, or is there not much difference between the two?

Lil' Nasty · 08-21-2013, 12:54 PM

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Originally Posted by DaJags85

Thanks for the info. Is the RX worth the wait, or is there not much difference between the two?

No problem, but even if there was no wait, Elite all day long....so much easier to drain.

DaJags85 · 08-21-2013, 02:14 PM

@ Silver- I've read about staggered wheels. What are the pros/ cons of going staggered vs. the same all the way around?

@ Lil- How's the install on the Elite? Is it something a beginner can handle?

Lil' Nasty · 08-21-2013, 02:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DaJags85

@ Silver- I've read about staggered wheels. What are the pros/ cons of going staggered vs. the same all the way around?

@ Lil- How's the install on the Elite? Is it something a beginner can handle?

Yes, was one of my first mods, very simple to do.

Here's a good DIY.

http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=271660

bluetooth-ss · 08-21-2013, 07:21 PM

Congrats on the ride.See ya around Jax.

08-20-2013, 06:50 PM	#1
DaJags85 Drives: 2013 2LS Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Jacksonville, FL Posts: 57	DaJags85 2013 Camaro 2LS I purchased a black 2013 2LS less than 2 weeks ago. I'll post some pictures sometime this week. I plan on making a few changes and then leaving it alone for the most part. This is my first Camaro and the only new car I've ever owned. With that being said, I have limited car knowledge aside from anything gained while researching the Camaro before purchase. My purpose for creating this thread is to get some friendly advice and post updates on any modifications. Here's what I'm looking to do: 1. Add new wheels and tires (20" or 22") that are not flashy but enhance the appearance of the car and add to performance. 2. Have PDIM/USB input installed and programmed so I can listen to streaming audio through my iphone. 3. New headlights (maybe halos?) and tail lights 4. Cold Air intake 5. Exhaust I'll gladly accept any advice you guys can offer, tips on things to avoid and things I should consider adding to the list. Thanks in advance.

08-21-2013, 01:47 AM	#2
Lil' Nasty [COTW 4/13/15] Drives: Supercharged LLT Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Florida Posts: 5,957	Congrats on the new car I would suggest getting an Elite Catch Can for your Camaro __________________ LiL' Nasty's Build Journal

08-21-2013, 10:33 AM	#5
SilverSlayer-SS SoCal HT5 Drives: 2010 SS , 2014 SS Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Muscat-Oman Posts: 1,472	Most people use the RX-Catch Can And about the wheels, check out TSW and giovanni kilis rims, I'd personally say they are the two wheels that fit the camaro neatly and look amazing as well About the warranty I don't really know since I don't live in the states, sorry about that Hope I helped __________________

08-21-2013, 10:34 AM	#6
SilverSlayer-SS SoCal HT5 Drives: 2010 SS , 2014 SS Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Muscat-Oman Posts: 1,472	If you need more help please don't hesitate to PM me and congrats on the car __________________

08-21-2013, 11:14 AM	#7
DaJags85 Drives: 2013 2LS Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Jacksonville, FL Posts: 57	Pic Attached Images

08-21-2013, 08:51 AM	#3
2SSRS@Gen5diy Drives: 2014 Z/28 #82+#192, 18ZLE 66Nova Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: By the lake in AZ Posts: 15,728 View My Garage	Congrats on the car, and stay away from 22" rimes they will not help in adding to performance.

08-21-2013, 10:24 AM	#4
DaJags85 Drives: 2013 2LS Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Jacksonville, FL Posts: 57	Thanks guys. I've read about the catch can. What is the best brand out there? I've combed through the forum and see that just about everyone recommends it. On the rims, I was leaning more toward 20" anyway. I don't care for the heritage wheels at all, but I'm also not trying to make the car look outrageous. Can you recommend some reputable wheel brands for me to take a look at. I've never purchased aftermarket wheels and tires, so I'm experiencing some information overload. On another note, which modifications will void the warranty?

08-21-2013, 11:23 AM	#8
DaJags85 Drives: 2013 2LS Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Jacksonville, FL Posts: 57	Thanks for the suggestions Silver. I'll definitely take a look at the RX and Elite catch cans and those wheel brands as well.

08-21-2013, 12:42 PM	#9
Lil' Nasty [COTW 4/13/15] Drives: Supercharged LLT Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Florida Posts: 5,957	i believe the rx CC is still on a 6-8 wait time according to their site but my guess its probably longer.... Elite is no wait. __________________ LiL' Nasty's Build Journal Last edited by Lil' Nasty; 08-21-2013 at 04:53 PM. Reason: Wrong lead time

08-21-2013, 12:52 PM	#10
DaJags85 Drives: 2013 2LS Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Jacksonville, FL Posts: 57	Thanks for the info. Is the RX worth the wait, or is there not much difference between the two?

08-21-2013, 02:14 PM	#12
DaJags85 Drives: 2013 2LS Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Jacksonville, FL Posts: 57	@ Silver- I've read about staggered wheels. What are the pros/ cons of going staggered vs. the same all the way around? @ Lil- How's the install on the Elite? Is it something a beginner can handle?

08-21-2013, 07:21 PM	#14
bluetooth-ss Drives: 2010 ABM 2SS/RS A6 and 2018 2500 Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: FLORIDA Posts: 2,069	Congrats on the ride.See ya around Jax.