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FootballBanker · 02-04-2010, 12:56 PM

Basically what the titles says. I'm a new V6 owner and I don't know too much about the guts of cars. I tend to get lost when people type really techy on here lol. I want to know how can I boost the HP on my V6 and feel a noticeable difference without having to change the engine or using forced induction. What do I have to do to add 40-50 horses?

bmwdon · 02-04-2010, 01:18 PM

headers back exhaust, cold air intake, tune.....least intrusive mods to the engine physically, the tuner is going to get into the brain, but you can always detune it later, and put the stock exhaust and airbox later if that's your concern.

ROD1 · 02-04-2010, 01:33 PM

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Originally Posted by FootballBanker

Basically what the titles says. I'm a new V6 owner and I don't know too much about the guts of cars. I tend to get lost when people type really techy on here lol. I want to know how can I boost the HP on my V6 and feel a noticeable difference without having to change the engine or using forced induction. What do I have to do to add 40-50 horses?

Im hopin to get about the same improvement. I think most would attest that a Tune is your biggest bang for your buck. A performance exhaust system and intake should put you there.

scrming · 02-04-2010, 02:18 PM

right now 40 or 50 HP, even at the crank is a bit daunting... Right now it seems to be only a few HP here and there... most gains seem to be in the mid-RPM range (5400 RPM seems to the place!) and not at peak... seems like there is very little peak gains...

MontyCarlo · 02-04-2010, 04:00 PM

Has any place come out with a really good V6 tune yet? As far as I knew we were still waiting for Lingenfelter since they're doing it as part of their supercharger kit development.

tstpierre · 02-04-2010, 04:11 PM

im hoping trifecta is as good as scrming has mentioned. just ordered my cable and tune software from them.

vince has already replied to my order. so far, good customer relations

scrming · 02-04-2010, 04:33 PM

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Originally Posted by tstpierre

im hoping trifecta is as good as scrming has mentioned. just ordered my cable and tune software from them.

vince has already replied to my order. so far, good customer relations

Power-wise the tune isn't there YET... Vince is still digging out from being closed for 3 weeks but I know he's going to be digging into my logs soon!! Think it is just going to take a little more poking around to get to the bottom of things...

I do LOVE the way my car shifts now! The increased firmness really give your head a nice little snap! LOL!

Customer service from Vince has been outstanding! Also look at some of the other accomplishments he's got with the other platforms... Vince knows his stuff!

Maa107 · 02-05-2010, 09:23 AM

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Originally Posted by bmwdon

headers back exhaust, cold air intake, tune.....least intrusive mods to the engine physically, the tuner is going to get into the brain, but you can always detune it later, and put the stock exhaust and airbox later if that's your concern.

can u get a tune at any autoshop or where can you get one?...yea i know really nubbish of me

bmwdon · 02-05-2010, 09:27 AM

no, you can't just go to any auto shop and expect them to be able to tune it. Different tuners use different products to get the job done. I just happen to be a fan of the diablo/predator tuner with my magnum, plan on using it for the camaro too. hope to see it soon!

oh yeah, and then you did buy a predator tuner, there are certain guys that are "certified" diablo tuners around the country, got to find them and get some dyno time if you want a truley tweaked tune, otherwise they get you to data log with your predator tuner, they review the emailed file you pull from the tuner and send them, they adjust the tune based on a/f ratios and knock detection, and send it back to you to upload to your car. Not the best way to tune, but should be a way to get you a safe tune that is probably a improvement over a stock tune

bng804 · 02-05-2010, 09:54 AM

Right now the best horsepower for your dollar is three simple letters: Z E X

FootballBanker · 02-05-2010, 10:45 AM

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Originally Posted by bng804

Right now the best horsepower for your dollar is three simple letters: Z E X

Do you mind elaborating on this???

ROD1 · 02-05-2010, 10:48 AM

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Originally Posted by FootballBanker

Do you mind elaborating on this???

Nitrous.

bmwdon · 02-05-2010, 10:51 AM

typical thought is a wet shot is safe for up to 100hp....don't spray dry

FootballBanker · 02-06-2010, 12:27 AM

I was in the shop yesterday and the guy told me the same exact thing about nitro being very cheap and powerful but I just don't trust it. Seems like too many things can go wrong. What is a "wet shot" and a "dry shot"?

02-04-2010, 12:56 PM	#1
FootballBanker Drives: 2010 Camaro 2lt Silver Ice Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Las Vegas Posts: 49	How do I get a HP boost? Basically what the titles says. I'm a new V6 owner and I don't know too much about the guts of cars. I tend to get lost when people type really techy on here lol. I want to know how can I boost the HP on my V6 and feel a noticeable difference without having to change the engine or using forced induction. What do I have to do to add 40-50 horses?

02-04-2010, 01:18 PM	#2
bmwdon I refuse to go smurfy Drives: 2009 Challenger SRT8, 2010 Camaro Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: MD Posts: 1,311	headers back exhaust, cold air intake, tune.....least intrusive mods to the engine physically, the tuner is going to get into the brain, but you can always detune it later, and put the stock exhaust and airbox later if that's your concern. __________________ -Bill...the Camaro was my wifes, now she's got a minivan Challenger- 2009 Dodge Challenger SRT8 Procharger D1 Supercharger: 10.895 @ 126.720 MPH

02-04-2010, 02:18 PM	#4
scrming Red Brick of Vengeance! Drives: 12 Second Brick Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: at my pulpit Posts: 7,745	right now 40 or 50 HP, even at the crank is a bit daunting... Right now it seems to be only a few HP here and there... most gains seem to be in the mid-RPM range (5400 RPM seems to the place!) and not at peak... seems like there is very little peak gains... __________________ 2011 Ford Flex EcoBoost Limited - 12.727 @ 109.790 MPH

02-04-2010, 04:00 PM	#5
MontyCarlo Drives: 2010 2LT/RS auto IBM Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Denver, CO Posts: 1,259	Has any place come out with a really good V6 tune yet? As far as I knew we were still waiting for Lingenfelter since they're doing it as part of their supercharger kit development. __________________ FAQs: 1. No, I do not have any strong opinions about the Monte Carlo. 2. Yes, I know what my name looks like. 3. Yes, but the medication helps immensely. 2LT/RS IBM/gray #21,895 ordered April 21st, delivered July 3rd

02-04-2010, 04:11 PM	#6
tstpierre Drives: 2010 Rally Yellow 2LT Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: AZ Posts: 63 View My Garage	im hoping trifecta is as good as scrming has mentioned. just ordered my cable and tune software from them. vince has already replied to my order. so far, good customer relations __________________ Mods: Hennessey CAI, MBRP Exhaust, Stainless Works 1 5/8 Long Tube Headers and High Flow Cats, Trifecta Tuned

02-05-2010, 09:27 AM	#9
bmwdon I refuse to go smurfy Drives: 2009 Challenger SRT8, 2010 Camaro Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: MD Posts: 1,311	no, you can't just go to any auto shop and expect them to be able to tune it. Different tuners use different products to get the job done. I just happen to be a fan of the diablo/predator tuner with my magnum, plan on using it for the camaro too. hope to see it soon! oh yeah, and then you did buy a predator tuner, there are certain guys that are "certified" diablo tuners around the country, got to find them and get some dyno time if you want a truley tweaked tune, otherwise they get you to data log with your predator tuner, they review the emailed file you pull from the tuner and send them, they adjust the tune based on a/f ratios and knock detection, and send it back to you to upload to your car. Not the best way to tune, but should be a way to get you a safe tune that is probably a improvement over a stock tune __________________ -Bill...the Camaro was my wifes, now she's got a minivan Challenger- 2009 Dodge Challenger SRT8 Procharger D1 Supercharger: 10.895 @ 126.720 MPH

02-05-2010, 09:54 AM	#10
bng804 Drives: '10 Victory Red 2LT Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Oklahomaville Posts: 208 View My Garage	Right now the best horsepower for your dollar is three simple letters: Z E X

02-05-2010, 10:51 AM	#13
bmwdon I refuse to go smurfy Drives: 2009 Challenger SRT8, 2010 Camaro Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: MD Posts: 1,311	typical thought is a wet shot is safe for up to 100hp....don't spray dry __________________ -Bill...the Camaro was my wifes, now she's got a minivan Challenger- 2009 Dodge Challenger SRT8 Procharger D1 Supercharger: 10.895 @ 126.720 MPH

02-06-2010, 12:27 AM	#14
FootballBanker Drives: 2010 Camaro 2lt Silver Ice Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Las Vegas Posts: 49	I was in the shop yesterday and the guy told me the same exact thing about nitro being very cheap and powerful but I just don't trust it. Seems like too many things can go wrong. What is a "wet shot" and a "dry shot"?

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