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crwhitaker · 11-07-2015, 12:00 PM

Hey everyone,

I bought a brand new 2015 Camaro 3.6L base model about a month ago. I wanted the SS but I didn't want to strain my budget on payments and insurance, so I figured I'd look into alternatives to achieve a greater output. I have a general understanding of how the LFX is built and I have found a bolt on supercharger from IPF that I might save up for so I can slap it on when the warranty expires. At any rate, I was wondering if any of you guys have heard of or applied any engine modifications for the LFX motor.

KaBoom1701 · 11-07-2015, 12:05 PM

Welcome.

I was just in Tucson the other day for business.

Post some pics of your new ride!

Checkout the LFX sub forums here. Lots of great information.

I'd start with:

CAI (Cold Air Inductions)
Vmax TB
Catch Can

That's the basics. You can always upgrade brakes and suspension when your ready.

Enjoy the new ride and welcome to the Camaro family!

Welker2 · 11-07-2015, 12:45 PM

Welcome

drew peacock · 11-07-2015, 12:50 PM

welcome...this place rocks for camaro info

crwhitaker · 11-07-2015, 12:55 PM

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Originally Posted by KaBoom1701

Welcome.

I was just in Tucson the other day for business.

Post some pics of your new ride!

Checkout the LFX sub forums here. Lots of great information.

I'd start with:

CAI (Cold Air Inductions)
Vmax TB
Catch Can

That's the basics. You can always upgrade brakes and suspension when your ready.

Enjoy the new ride and welcome to the Camaro family!

Thanks, man! She's a little dirty since it's been raining a lot the last few weeks. I've been looking at some CAI's, any brands you'd recommend? I think that's about the only thing I can modify without voiding the warranty.

crwhitaker · 11-07-2015, 12:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Welker2

Welcome

Thanks!

crwhitaker · 11-07-2015, 12:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by drew peacock

welcome...this place rocks for camaro info

Thanks!

Welker2 · 11-07-2015, 01:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by crwhitaker

Thanks, man! She's a little dirty since it's been raining a lot the last few weeks. I've been looking at some CAI's, any brands you'd recommend? I think that's about the only thing I can modify without voiding the warranty.

Nice ... When in comes to CAI, you'll get a lot of opinions as to which one to go with, seems everyone has their favorite for differing reasons. Personally, I am happy with the K&N I installed.

Desert Dweller · 11-07-2015, 01:24 PM

Welcome!
I'm down in Sierra Vista. You might want to join the Tucson camaro club.

erickangulo · 11-07-2015, 02:06 PM

Congrats and welcome!

PalmerGA · 11-07-2015, 02:18 PM

Congrats and welcome to C5!

My top 4 mod recommendations (in order of preference for your car):
Apex Catch Can
CAI, Inc. cold air intake
MRT V2 axle-back exhaust
VTC throttle controller

Not cheap, but well worth it. Catch Can first - protect your engine!

Luis19SS · 11-07-2015, 06:08 PM

Welcome

I'm located in Rio Rico. Really small town located a few miles south of Green Valley. First thing I did for a performance mod was my exhaust, which has also been my only performance mod. First I did my exterior upgrades with audio upgrades as well. Now looking into getting more performance upgrades. Many in the LFX section will tell you CAI and Roto-fab are the way to go. I personally love the sound and look of the Roto-fab. That will be my choice when I have enough money to get one. Vmax TB would also be a nice mod for your engine. Goodluck and once again welcome to Camaro5

MikosV6 · 11-07-2015, 08:54 PM

Get a catch can ASAP. It keeps octane dilution to a minimum and reduces intake valve coking. Mid 13's is about the best you're going to get out of these engines unless you go F.I. or use nitrous. The Fabberge TT kit is nice and good for 11's, but it's $$$.

tazman · 11-08-2015, 09:26 AM

Looking good! Enjoy the car.

11-07-2015, 12:00 PM	#1
crwhitaker Drives: Black 2015 Camaro 1LS Join Date: Nov 2015 Location: Tucson, AZ Posts: 4	New Gen 5 Owner Hey everyone, I bought a brand new 2015 Camaro 3.6L base model about a month ago. I wanted the SS but I didn't want to strain my budget on payments and insurance, so I figured I'd look into alternatives to achieve a greater output. I have a general understanding of how the LFX is built and I have found a bolt on supercharger from IPF that I might save up for so I can slap it on when the warranty expires. At any rate, I was wondering if any of you guys have heard of or applied any engine modifications for the LFX motor.

11-07-2015, 12:05 PM	#2
KaBoom1701 KaBoom1701 Drives: 13' ZL1 Red M6 Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: I.E. SoCal (Yucaipa) Posts: 8,630	Welcome. I was just in Tucson the other day for business. Post some pics of your new ride! Checkout the LFX sub forums here. Lots of great information. I'd start with: CAI (Cold Air Inductions) Vmax TB Catch Can That's the basics. You can always upgrade brakes and suspension when your ready. Enjoy the new ride and welcome to the Camaro family! __________________ Mods: Roto-Fab Intake, WW Res. kit & Big Gulp Air Scoop, Elite Catch Can, ATI Super Damper & 18% OD Pulley, LF Idler pulley bracket, Metco CC breather, ID850 Injectors, Stainless Power Headers w/ ceramic coating, TR71X Spark Plugs, JMS Fuel Pump Booster, Bo White TB, Tuned by Ted @ Jannetty Racing, Ron Davis HX, D3 Reservoir, Pfadt 1" Springs, Moreno Camber Plates, ZL1 Addons Splitter guard washers, Tow Hook kit & rock guards, Hurst Shifter Billet Plus 6 Speed Short Shifter, ZL1 DRL lighting harness, ZL1 Recaro Seats.

11-07-2015, 12:45 PM	#3
Welker2 Ret AF, cancer survivor Drives: 2013 Camaro 2SS/RS & 2006 Corvette Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: Mesquite, NV Posts: 2,741 View My Garage	Welcome __________________

11-07-2015, 01:24 PM	#9
Desert Dweller Drives: 2015 Z/28 #334 Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: Arizona Posts: 167 View My Garage	Welcome! I'm down in Sierra Vista. You might want to join the Tucson camaro club. __________________

11-07-2015, 02:18 PM	#11
PalmerGA Drives: 2013 SIM 1SS/RS L99 Join Date: May 2012 Location: Southwest GA Posts: 8,755 View My Garage	Congrats and welcome to C5! My top 4 mod recommendations (in order of preference for your car): Apex Catch Can CAI, Inc. cold air intake MRT V2 axle-back exhaust VTC throttle controller Not cheap, but well worth it. Catch Can first - protect your engine! __________________ 2013 1SS/RS Coupe L99, Stainless Power Works LT Headers, SCT X4 Custom Tune from RDP, CAI Inc. Air Intake w/ Apex Scoop, VMAX CNC Ported Throttle Body, Solo Axle-Back Exhaust w/ J-pipes, Apex Catch Can, Husky Splash Guards, Heritage Grille, 3D Carbon Rear Spoiler, Oracle Chrome Turn Signal Bulbs, GM Reverse Light Trim Billets, Gorilla Black Locking Lugs, Emblem Pros Retro SS Badges/Custom Retro SS Kickplates/Under-hood Bowtie, 35% window Tint, Nitto Motivo Tires (6-8-18)

11-07-2015, 12:50 PM	#4
drew peacock Banned Drives: 2012 2SS INFERNO ORANGE Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: sweden Posts: 1,843	welcome...this place rocks for camaro info

11-07-2015, 02:06 PM	#10
erickangulo Drives: 2014 Camaro SS Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: Valley Center Posts: 186	Congrats and welcome!

11-07-2015, 06:08 PM	#12
Luis19SS Drives: 2019 SS A10 Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: Arizona Posts: 487	Welcome I'm located in Rio Rico. Really small town located a few miles south of Green Valley. First thing I did for a performance mod was my exhaust, which has also been my only performance mod. First I did my exterior upgrades with audio upgrades as well. Now looking into getting more performance upgrades. Many in the LFX section will tell you CAI and Roto-fab are the way to go. I personally love the sound and look of the Roto-fab. That will be my choice when I have enough money to get one. Vmax TB would also be a nice mod for your engine. Goodluck and once again welcome to Camaro5 __________________ Black 2019 SS A10, MBRP Exhuast, Soler performance Ported Throttlebody, Cold Air Inductions CAI, BMR equipped, Stance SFO7 on nitto NT555G2 tires, Limited Edition White Racing Seats, ZL1 1LE Splitter, Carbon Sideskirts, Gorilla Splitters areo kit, Next Gen Speed Diffuser, JWmotorsports LED side markers

11-07-2015, 08:54 PM	#13
MikosV6 Account Suspended Drives: '15 Camaro 1LS/M6 Join Date: Oct 2015 Location: So.Cal Posts: 283	Get a catch can ASAP. It keeps octane dilution to a minimum and reduces intake valve coking. Mid 13's is about the best you're going to get out of these engines unless you go F.I. or use nitrous. The Fabberge TT kit is nice and good for 11's, but it's $$$.

11-08-2015, 09:26 AM	#14
tazman Drives: 2014 ZL1 Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: Tucson AZ Posts: 217	Looking good! Enjoy the car.