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nickbettschen · 03-04-2020, 07:54 PM

Hey guys,

So my upgrades so far are high flow cats, cat back exhaust, and cold air intake and a tune

What else is out there that you would recommend. That's worth it.

I was Thinking since my breaks are coming up maybe an upgrade any that are recommended?

Bigdumogre · 03-04-2020, 08:15 PM

Long tube headers
Catch can
Plugs and wires
Ported throttle body
Rod mod and ported intake
Suspension upgrades like struts,lowering springs and trailing arms
Slotted rotors
Trans dip stick mod and service
Rear gears

rtcat600man · 03-05-2020, 02:44 AM

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Originally Posted by nickbettschen

Hey guys,

So my upgrades so far are high flow cats, cat back exhaust, and cold air intake and a tune

What else is out there that you would recommend. That's worth it.

I was Thinking since my breaks are coming up maybe an upgrade any that are recommended?

Have you looked over this thread yet?

https://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=222713

I know I have a LLT slightly different, but if you are interested in a 10 year build plan (I have not update my thread a in while, check out my signature link below).

Enjoy and good luck.

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Originally Posted by Bigdumogre

Long tube headers
Catch can
Plugs and wires
Ported throttle body
Rod mod and ported intake
Suspension upgrades like struts,lowering springs and trailing arms
Slotted rotors
Trans dip stick mod and service
Rear gears

Always interesting to see V8 people offering advice to a V6 person.

Probably didn't realize he was in the wrong thread.

As you know there is no chance for long tube headers on the LFX V6.

Also, the Trans dip stick mod does not work for the V6.

SIM GhostrdrZ · 03-05-2020, 04:42 AM

I’ll try to remember all my mods:
Engine:
Will@overkill for tune, 80mm tb(he tunes for the new tb) patience is needed as he’s in Canada and is on his own schedule.
Ported and matched intake
Extender for intake
CAI, I have k&n but any seem good
Catch can, no gain but it does catch oil
Excellent oil for engine, trans and differential(amsoil & redline), remember the M6 trans takes gear oil not the same as the tr6060 ATF oil.
Cat back exhaust of choice, I prefer corsa
Aftermarket shifter
You can do mace cams and FI but I chose not to because of reliability questions

Suspension:
Replace almost everything with quality aftermarket, I used BMR or just get a 1le or z28 kit. I put coilovers on and it’s great to adjust height and ride quality.
Sway bars, I used Hotchkiss, but anything is better than stock.
Factory shock tower bar
Rear cradle bushings, I have pro BMR(have solids that I probably won’t put in)

Brakes:
Replace with Brembo from SS
Replace master cylinder with SS, only 2 used(v6 & v8)
M6; get separate clutch fluid reservoir

I put much more in but those are a few suggestions from a V6 installer

After I got and drove my Z28 then put it away for winter. The weather broke for a few days so I pulled out my V6 and forgot just how fun it was as well. The suspension is just as capable as the Z( with everything upgraded on v6) and the engine does fantastic for the little powerhouse it is. I also put lightweight wheels and 285/35/20 on all corners. It pulls 1+ G’s with Michelin all seasons.

xstuntman · 03-05-2020, 04:35 PM

Not really performance related but if yours is a DD I would consider ceramic coating.

nickbettschen · 03-06-2020, 08:00 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by xstuntman

Not really performance related but if yours is a DD I would consider ceramic coating.

Not a Daily but got it buffed up and coating done last summer made it look amazing!

67-LS1 · 03-11-2020, 09:49 PM

Few better ways to improve all around performance than dropping weight

03-04-2020, 07:54 PM	#1
nickbettschen Drives: 2020 Camaro 2SS Convertible Join Date: Sep 2018 Location: kingston ontario canada Posts: 79	What next? Hey guys, So my upgrades so far are high flow cats, cat back exhaust, and cold air intake and a tune What else is out there that you would recommend. That's worth it. I was Thinking since my breaks are coming up maybe an upgrade any that are recommended?

03-04-2020, 08:15 PM	#2
Bigdumogre Drives: 2012 Camaro SS Join Date: Dec 2019 Location: New York Posts: 1,434	Long tube headers Catch can Plugs and wires Ported throttle body Rod mod and ported intake Suspension upgrades like struts,lowering springs and trailing arms Slotted rotors Trans dip stick mod and service Rear gears __________________ 2012 Camaro 2SS/RS - CSP Custom Cam 232/240 .615/.615 113 +3, Texas speed CNC heads, FTI billet triple disc converter, K&N cai, Katech ported TB, GPI Ported/rod modded manifold, Texas speed 1 7/8 headers, HFC, Flowmaster 2 chambers with x pipe, Mishimoto CC, MSD wires, Roto fab washer relocation, tru cool 40k trans cooler, apex scoop, Pedders extreme coil overs and much more!!

03-05-2020, 04:35 PM	#5
xstuntman Drives: 2012 Victory Red LFX Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: west central Texas Posts: 1,310	Not really performance related but if yours is a DD I would consider ceramic coating. __________________ 2018 SS wheels, red Heritage grille, actual driving lights, ZL1 strut tower brace, GM Performance billet aluminum fuel door, front grille Bowtie delete, painted red rotors and calipers, 1/4 window American Flags, splash guards, AEM dry panel air filter.

03-05-2020, 04:42 AM	#4
SIM GhostrdrZ Drives: ‘14 Z/28 ‘14 ZL1 M6 vert Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: Ohio Posts: 1,283 View My Garage	I’ll try to remember all my mods: Engine: Will@overkill for tune, 80mm tb(he tunes for the new tb) patience is needed as he’s in Canada and is on his own schedule. Ported and matched intake Extender for intake CAI, I have k&n but any seem good Catch can, no gain but it does catch oil Excellent oil for engine, trans and differential(amsoil & redline), remember the M6 trans takes gear oil not the same as the tr6060 ATF oil. Cat back exhaust of choice, I prefer corsa Aftermarket shifter You can do mace cams and FI but I chose not to because of reliability questions Suspension: Replace almost everything with quality aftermarket, I used BMR or just get a 1le or z28 kit. I put coilovers on and it’s great to adjust height and ride quality. Sway bars, I used Hotchkiss, but anything is better than stock. Factory shock tower bar Rear cradle bushings, I have pro BMR(have solids that I probably won’t put in) Brakes: Replace with Brembo from SS Replace master cylinder with SS, only 2 used(v6 & v8) M6; get separate clutch fluid reservoir I put much more in but those are a few suggestions from a V6 installer After I got and drove my Z28 then put it away for winter. The weather broke for a few days so I pulled out my V6 and forgot just how fun it was as well. The suspension is just as capable as the Z( with everything upgraded on v6) and the engine does fantastic for the little powerhouse it is. I also put lightweight wheels and 285/35/20 on all corners. It pulls 1+ G’s with Michelin all seasons.

03-11-2020, 09:49 PM	#7
67-LS1 Drives: 1966 Chevelle Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Northern California Posts: 141	Few better ways to improve all around performance than dropping weight