Ottawa Chat - Page 12 - Camaro5 Chevy Camaro Forum / Camaro ZL1, SS and V6 Forums

ripcard · 04-18-2016, 03:49 PM

After contacting 4 shops in Ottawa, 2 in Toronto and 1 near Montreal. I feel I've done my due diligence.

From those that would provide detailed info about their work, I received quotes ranging from $3200 to $5050 for a cam install and custom tune. Some shops do not have a chassis dyno and that ruled them out. Some had negative feedback (expressed to me by previous customers) and that ruled them out.

Only one shop had just about everything going for it. Thanks to RickRay for steering me towards Performance Redline in Valleyfield QC. Robert was great about getting me all the info I needed, his shop has a chassis dyno, he has the experience tuning the LS3, I didn't come across any negative feedback and his quote was extremely competitive. While not as close to me as shops in Ottawa, he is much closer than those in & around Toronto.

So, all this to say...I made up my mind and pulled the trigger. KPSUSYNG is booked in for May 16 at Performance Redline for a cam swap & tune. Robert says one day for the engine work and one day for the dyno work.

I must admit to being a little apprehensive, as this will be the first time (other than some early warranty work) that anybody else has worked on the car.

My goal was to get the power to the rear wheels up to around 460 and still have nice drivability. Robert has assured me this is perfectly feasible with his choice of cam & tune and the supporting mods already on the car.

Now...my only issue is what to do in Valleyfield for two days.

RickRay · 04-18-2016, 04:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ripcard

After contacting 4 shops in Ottawa, 2 in Toronto and 1 near Montreal. I feel I've done my due diligence.

From those that would provide detailed info about their work, I received quotes ranging from $3200 to $5050 for a cam install and custom tune. Some shops do not have a chassis dyno and that ruled them out. Some had negative feedback (expressed to me by previous customers) and that ruled them out.

Only one shop had just about everything going for it. Thanks to RickRay for steering me towards Performance Redline in Valleyfield QC. Robert was great about getting me all the info I needed, his shop has a chassis dyno, he has the experience tuning the LS3, I didn't come across any negative feedback and his quote was extremely competitive. While not as close to me as shops in Ottawa, he is much closer than those in & around Toronto.

So, all this to say...I made up my mind and pulled the trigger. KPSUSYNG is booked in for May 16 at Performance Redline for a cam swap & tune. Robert says one day for the engine work and one day for the dyno work.

I must admit to being a little apprehensive, as this will be the first time (other than some early warranty work) that anybody else has worked on the car.

My goal was to get the power to the rear wheels up to around 460 and still have nice drivability. Robert has assured me this is perfectly feasible with his choice of cam & tune and the supporting mods already on the car.

Now...my only issue is what to do in Valleyfield for two days.

Also he's GM certified

You can work on my car and try to find that rear end / backseat noise that I had for 6 years now

(might have an idea though)

ripcard · 04-19-2016, 08:06 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RickRay

...You can work on my car and try to find that rear end / backseat noise that I had for 6 years now

(might have an idea though)

Sure thing Rick. You've had the noise since new?

RickRay · 04-19-2016, 09:32 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ripcard

Sure thing Rick. You've had the noise since new?

No not new

BALLEE · 04-19-2016, 07:12 PM

Good to know , thanks for the feedback. I pass by Redline every month while going to Huntingdon, QC to my gf's family. This is good information.

RickRay · 04-20-2016, 06:36 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BALLEE

Good to know , thanks for the feedback. I pass by Redline every month while going to Huntingdon, QC to my gf's family. This is good information.

Don't forget to mention that RickRay sent you...

gramps_green_rs · 04-28-2016, 04:42 PM

Rideau Carlton raceway cruise nights are on hold until further notice due to the on going labour dispute. Hope they get this worked out soon!

luckynuts · 04-28-2016, 09:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ripcard

After contacting 4 shops in Ottawa, 2 in Toronto and 1 near Montreal. I feel I've done my due diligence.

From those that would provide detailed info about their work, I received quotes ranging from $3200 to $5050 for a cam install and custom tune. Some shops do not have a chassis dyno and that ruled them out. Some had negative feedback (expressed to me by previous customers) and that ruled them out.

Only one shop had just about everything going for it. Thanks to RickRay for steering me towards Performance Redline in Valleyfield QC. Robert was great about getting me all the info I needed, his shop has a chassis dyno, he has the experience tuning the LS3, I didn't come across any negative feedback and his quote was extremely competitive. While not as close to me as shops in Ottawa, he is much closer than those in & around Toronto.

So, all this to say...I made up my mind and pulled the trigger. KPSUSYNG is booked in for May 16 at Performance Redline for a cam swap & tune. Robert says one day for the engine work and one day for the dyno work.

I must admit to being a little apprehensive, as this will be the first time (other than some early warranty work) that anybody else has worked on the car.

My goal was to get the power to the rear wheels up to around 460 and still have nice drivability. Robert has assured me this is perfectly feasible with his choice of cam & tune and the supporting mods already on the car.

Now...my only issue is what to do in Valleyfield for two days.

Shouldn't be a problem Rick. I was 480 to the rear with headers, exhaust, CAI, cam, ported TB and underdrive pulley. Are they upgrading the valvetrain as part of the install?

ripcard · 04-29-2016, 06:36 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by luckynuts

Shouldn't be a problem Rick. I was 480 to the rear with headers, exhaust, CAI, cam, ported TB and underdrive pulley. Are they upgrading the valvetrain as part of the install?

Yup. Springs, retainers, seals, push rods and the trunion bearing upgrade. I have the same supporting mods, except for the under drive pulley. I have the 3:91 rear end though. That should help low speed drivability a bunch. Going with a BTR Stage II NA so, not too radical anyway.

Robert says his dyno is very conservative. Typically -15% from others. A baseline pull will be done before the cam install so, once the final tuning is done and we get the numbers, we'll have a direct comparison.

luckynuts · 04-29-2016, 11:23 PM

Pulley is supposed to be 8-10 I think. I got a good deal on it or I wouldn't have worried about it. You should be very happy.......................for now lol

not a dodge · 04-30-2016, 06:29 PM

Little late on my 2 cents but Shades is the place to go for tinting, did my car last year perfect job and he guarantees his work.

not a dodge · 04-30-2016, 06:31 PM

So RCR not having cruise nights because of the strike, maybe a good idea, someone stand in front of my car or touch it cold get ugly.....

Any temp venue until they are done begging for money?

Irishtoolman · 06-03-2016, 09:25 PM

2017 Camaro ZL-1 preparing for its Canadian debut Saturday June 11th at the 28th Annual Ontario Camaro Nationals hosted by The Ontario Camaro Club.

RickRay · 06-13-2016, 05:50 AM

Does anyone go to these car shows on a weekly basis & how are they?

http://www.wickedgarage.com/aboutus/...rshowcalendar/

04-18-2016, 03:49 PM	#155
ripcard INJACC Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS/RS CGM/IO 6M Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Burritts Rapids, ON Canada Posts: 770	After contacting 4 shops in Ottawa, 2 in Toronto and 1 near Montreal. I feel I've done my due diligence. From those that would provide detailed info about their work, I received quotes ranging from $3200 to $5050 for a cam install and custom tune. Some shops do not have a chassis dyno and that ruled them out. Some had negative feedback (expressed to me by previous customers) and that ruled them out. Only one shop had just about everything going for it. Thanks to RickRay for steering me towards Performance Redline in Valleyfield QC. Robert was great about getting me all the info I needed, his shop has a chassis dyno, he has the experience tuning the LS3, I didn't come across any negative feedback and his quote was extremely competitive. While not as close to me as shops in Ottawa, he is much closer than those in & around Toronto. So, all this to say...I made up my mind and pulled the trigger. KPSUSYNG is booked in for May 16 at Performance Redline for a cam swap & tune. Robert says one day for the engine work and one day for the dyno work. I must admit to being a little apprehensive, as this will be the first time (other than some early warranty work) that anybody else has worked on the car. My goal was to get the power to the rear wheels up to around 460 and still have nice drivability. Robert has assured me this is perfectly feasible with his choice of cam & tune and the supporting mods already on the car. Now...my only issue is what to do in Valleyfield for two days. __________________ Pedders Xa Coilovers & Sways w/Fe4, Pfadt Rear Trailing Arms & Tie Rods, Forgestar CF5s, ZL1 Brakes, 1LE 3.91 Diff, Pedders Cradle Bushings, MGW STS, BTR Stage II Cam, Fluidampr U/D Pulley, Performance Redline Dyno Tune, CAI & Apex Scoop, Pfadt Tri-Y Headers w/HF Cats, Magnaflow 3" Cat Back, RX Catch Can, VMax TB, Billet Tunnel Brace, SRP Pedals, Skip Shift, Seibon CF Hood & ST Trunk, 1LE Splitter, ZL1 Rockers & Diffuser, Heritage Grill, F & R Sparks "SS" badges, Billet Door Handles, Tint, Technostalgia Tail Lights, AAC Side Markers, BlackVue dash cam and my favourite accessory...Litho #163.

04-28-2016, 04:42 PM	#161
gramps_green_rs ex-RCAF Drives: 11 SGM1LTRS SV1000S Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Hammond, ont, canada Posts: 1,118 View My Garage	Rideau Carlton raceway cruise nights are on hold until further notice due to the on going labour dispute. Hope they get this worked out soon! __________________

04-29-2016, 11:23 PM	#164
luckynuts Drives: 10 ABM 1SS/00 Z28 Conv/14 SumWh 2LT Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Kingston, ON Posts: 960	Pulley is supposed to be 8-10 I think. I got a good deal on it or I wouldn't have worried about it. You should be very happy.......................for now lol __________________ 1 SS/RS 6Sp White Rally Stripes

06-03-2016, 09:25 PM	#167
Irishtoolman Drives: 1993 Indy Pace Car Join Date: May 2010 Location: Sudbury Ont Posts: 62	Canadian debut at Ontario Camaro Nationals 2017 Camaro ZL-1 preparing for its Canadian debut Saturday June 11th at the 28th Annual Ontario Camaro Nationals hosted by The Ontario Camaro Club.

06-13-2016, 05:50 AM	#168
RickRay INJACC Drives: 2010 CGM 2LT/RS AUTO Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Montreal (South Shore)Quebec, Canada Posts: 6,518 View My Garage	Does anyone go to these car shows on a weekly basis & how are they? http://www.wickedgarage.com/aboutus/...rshowcalendar/ __________________ *Member of 'Club Elite' #70* 2LT/RS Auto / Solo HFC / Solo Mach X-LLT J-Pipe / JBA Headers Shorty CAI - Cold Air Inductions / VMAX TB / Trifecta Tune Hotchkis Max Strut Brace / Blade Dovetail Spoiler / Elite Catch Can ACS T3 Hood Ports / T2 Bumper Ports / T2 Splitter / ACS T1 Led Light Kit ACS Rockers / ACS Composite Hood Liner / ACS Upper Rear Quarter Ports ACS Front Wheel Mud Flaps / ACS Rear Wheel Mud Flaps / Vitesse Throttle Controller Pedders Drop Suspension / BMR Lower Control Arms / Style 41 ZL1 Wheels / Oracle Afterburners / Oracle Concept SMD Side markers Complete SS Brembo Brakes Set

04-19-2016, 07:12 PM	#159
BALLEE Drives: 2010 2SS LS3 Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: OTTAWA, ON Posts: 109	Good to know , thanks for the feedback. I pass by Redline every month while going to Huntingdon, QC to my gf's family. This is good information.

04-30-2016, 06:29 PM	#165
not a dodge Drives: 2010 camaro Join Date: Nov 2015 Location: ottawa Posts: 12	Little late on my 2 cents but Shades is the place to go for tinting, did my car last year perfect job and he guarantees his work.

04-30-2016, 06:31 PM	#166
not a dodge Drives: 2010 camaro Join Date: Nov 2015 Location: ottawa Posts: 12	So RCR not having cruise nights because of the strike, maybe a good idea, someone stand in front of my car or touch it cold get ugly..... Any temp venue until they are done begging for money?