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2013CamaroZL1 · 07-09-2014, 07:15 AM

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Originally Posted by jon6.0

Took us about an hour on the lift and we also did an oil change. It sounds mean as hell now! I had previously pulled the exhaust fuse. It drones a bit at 75-80 now, so I'm going to get the mild to wild switch.

Lets see some pics and hear it!

DDoug · 07-09-2014, 10:14 AM

In all seriousness, I'm terrified of the Dodge puddytat so ...

... a nice start ...

http://www.livernoismotorsports.com/...Installed.html

JDP Sales · 07-09-2014, 11:28 AM

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Originally Posted by DarthZL1

Sorry to somewhat hijack the thread, but do you need to have a fuel additive on a stock tuned motor with the VMAX, Roto-Fab and the 5% pully?

No, this is basically our ZL-625 package (minus the 160* thermostat). This package does not require any Torco or tuning.

Feel free to call, PM or email me anytime with questions.

Best regards,

Tyler
888-308-6007

jon6.0 · 07-09-2014, 02:38 PM

Idle vid with JBA catless mids. Replacing the stock H-pipe with an X-pipe is next.

http://youtu.be/CSTSoQVxEZs

gunnyusmc · 07-09-2014, 04:16 PM

It has Redline Racing Fluid's in the Transmission and Rear differential that replaced the factory junk at 500 miles. Also it has two remote mild to wild remotes in the center console. Don't hurt yourself!!!
Gunny

Mpsmith1 · 07-09-2014, 09:51 PM

My best/favorite "mod" has been Opti-Coat, which was down expertly by C5 member SSTG. It's a must IMO and I'm now a big fan of his work. Great detailer who really cares about the quality of his work. My second fav is my 3M clear bra, which was installed by Night Shades, a C5 sponsor. Also a must. I also did the NPP fuse pull and 5 - 20 fuse pull. Then I added DIY nylon strap add-on to the seat belts to keep them from snagging and hanging on my neck. Lastly, I installed an IOM metal rear license plate frame.

I'd consider the low dust brake pads, but I'm not in a big hurry to do much else. I love this car pretty much as is...

Frans96ss · 07-09-2014, 11:08 PM

Give us a call. You arent too far. We can get you taken care of.

ScottsLZL1 · 07-09-2014, 11:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jon6.0

Idle vid with JBA catless mids. Replacing the stock H-pipe with an X-pipe is next.

http://youtu.be/CSTSoQVxEZs

Do you have any vids of this revving ? I'd like to hear it under load or revving it !!! I'm thinking of these as my next mod.

jon6.0 · 07-10-2014, 12:40 AM

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Originally Posted by ScottsLZL1

Do you have any vids of this revving ? I'd like to hear it under load or revving it !!! I'm thinking of these as my next mod.

I'll do a couple of vids tomorrow on the way to the dyno and while on the dyno.

ScottsLZL1 · 07-10-2014, 12:47 AM

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Originally Posted by jon6.0

I'll do a couple of vids tomorrow on the way to the dyno and while on the dyno.

That would be awesome ! thanks !

2013CamaroZL1 · 07-10-2014, 08:56 AM

I am not really into making my own stone guards for the front, who makes a good set I can buy and install? I read mixed reviews of a couple different ones so far. It makes me sick to drive down the road and hear the rocks from the road getting kicked up along side the car, let alone the chipping that's already there.

DarthZL1 · 07-10-2014, 08:59 AM

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Originally Posted by 2013CamaroZL1

I am not really into making my own stone guards for the front, who makes a good set I can buy and install? I read mixed reviews of a couple different ones so far. It makes me sick to drive down the road and hear the rocks from the road getting kicked up along side the car, let alone the chipping that's already there.

I got ones (very expensive) from a vendor here (waiting to see if they take them back), and hated them. They looked to me made from cheap plastic and cut very rough. They are held on by 2 of the hex head screws in your fender well and clips up top. The clips grab on to your fender in an attempt to make them flush with the curve.

They just looked bad to me. And I didn't like the metal clips on my fender (granted it would be grabbing the metal behind the fender where you can't see). That and they just looked cheap.

Most of the noise I've been hearing of rocks and such have been coming from inside the fender well. I have yet (KNOCK ON ALL THE WOOD) get a chip from rocks hitting the body. FINGERS CROSSED TOO!!!

jon6.0 · 07-10-2014, 12:29 PM

http://youtu.be/FWpP1OhY8JE

http://youtu.be/NTWIcaoQTak

jon6.0 · 07-10-2014, 03:35 PM

No lift shift. Windows are up.

http://youtu.be/G6NDrdh8pRk

07-09-2014, 10:14 AM	#16
DDoug Drives: '13 Inferno Orange ZL1 Convertible Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: The 313 Posts: 437	In all seriousness, I'm terrified of the Dodge puddytat so ... ... a nice start ... http://www.livernoismotorsports.com/...Installed.html __________________

07-09-2014, 02:38 PM	#18
jon6.0 Going for Plaid Drives: 2011 C6 Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Phoenix Posts: 885	Idle vid with JBA catless mids. Replacing the stock H-pipe with an X-pipe is next. http://youtu.be/CSTSoQVxEZs __________________ 2014 ZL1, manual trans, carbon hood insert, Rotofab, Pacesetter 1 7/8" headers, 1" drop BMR springs, stock pulleys, 91 octane tune, 545rwhp & 515rwtq Serviced and modded by Cordes Performance. 2011 C6, 750rwhp, forged LS3, ported LSA heads, Vortech Ti-trim, 227/243 115+4 Lunati cam, ported LS3 intake, Alky Control methanol, Pfadt sways/shocks/trans mounts, Pfadt tri-y headers(Sold 6/28/14)

07-10-2014, 12:29 PM	#27
jon6.0 Going for Plaid Drives: 2011 C6 Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Phoenix Posts: 885	http://youtu.be/FWpP1OhY8JE http://youtu.be/NTWIcaoQTak __________________ 2014 ZL1, manual trans, carbon hood insert, Rotofab, Pacesetter 1 7/8" headers, 1" drop BMR springs, stock pulleys, 91 octane tune, 545rwhp & 515rwtq Serviced and modded by Cordes Performance. 2011 C6, 750rwhp, forged LS3, ported LSA heads, Vortech Ti-trim, 227/243 115+4 Lunati cam, ported LS3 intake, Alky Control methanol, Pfadt sways/shocks/trans mounts, Pfadt tri-y headers(Sold 6/28/14)

07-10-2014, 03:35 PM	#28
jon6.0 Going for Plaid Drives: 2011 C6 Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Phoenix Posts: 885	No lift shift. Windows are up. http://youtu.be/G6NDrdh8pRk __________________ 2014 ZL1, manual trans, carbon hood insert, Rotofab, Pacesetter 1 7/8" headers, 1" drop BMR springs, stock pulleys, 91 octane tune, 545rwhp & 515rwtq Serviced and modded by Cordes Performance. 2011 C6, 750rwhp, forged LS3, ported LSA heads, Vortech Ti-trim, 227/243 115+4 Lunati cam, ported LS3 intake, Alky Control methanol, Pfadt sways/shocks/trans mounts, Pfadt tri-y headers(Sold 6/28/14)

07-09-2014, 04:16 PM	#19
gunnyusmc Drives: Black ZL1/6 speed Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: Lake Worth, FL Posts: 37	It has Redline Racing Fluid's in the Transmission and Rear differential that replaced the factory junk at 500 miles. Also it has two remote mild to wild remotes in the center console. Don't hurt yourself!!! Gunny

07-09-2014, 09:51 PM	#20
Mpsmith1 Drives: '19 ZL1 1LE Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: O'Fallon, MO Posts: 836	My best/favorite "mod" has been Opti-Coat, which was down expertly by C5 member SSTG. It's a must IMO and I'm now a big fan of his work. Great detailer who really cares about the quality of his work. My second fav is my 3M clear bra, which was installed by Night Shades, a C5 sponsor. Also a must. I also did the NPP fuse pull and 5 - 20 fuse pull. Then I added DIY nylon strap add-on to the seat belts to keep them from snagging and hanging on my neck. Lastly, I installed an IOM metal rear license plate frame. I'd consider the low dust brake pads, but I'm not in a big hurry to do much else. I love this car pretty much as is...

07-09-2014, 11:08 PM	#21
Frans96ss Drives: 96SS Join Date: May 2009 Location: New Castle Delaware Posts: 1,948	Give us a call. You arent too far. We can get you taken care of.

07-10-2014, 08:56 AM	#25
2013CamaroZL1 Drives: Camaro ZL1 Join Date: May 2014 Location: PA Posts: 52	I am not really into making my own stone guards for the front, who makes a good set I can buy and install? I read mixed reviews of a couple different ones so far. It makes me sick to drive down the road and hear the rocks from the road getting kicked up along side the car, let alone the chipping that's already there.