GM Performance Intake

gen6_1ss · 02-15-2020, 10:43 PM

I just installed the GM Performance intake and the question I have is do I really need to get the dealer tune/flash that comes with it? I know the intake is made by Cold Air Inductions, I had one on my 13 Camaro and it didn't need a tune/flash.Any input will be appreciated.

2SS Capt · 02-15-2020, 11:44 PM

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Originally Posted by gen6_1ss

I just installed the GM Performance intake and the question I have is do I really need to get the dealer tune/flash that comes with it? I know the intake is made by Cold Air Inductions, I had one on my 13 Camaro and it didn't need a tune/flash.Any input will be appreciated.

The flash is free, I installed the same intake and had the dealer do the flash (to maintain my warranty)...

Mrbobcat · 02-16-2020, 03:42 AM

It would be interesting to see how much hp the GM intake actually makes after the tune compared to stock and maybe some of the better aftermarket intakes.

DC5 · 02-16-2020, 03:45 AM

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Originally Posted by 2SS Capt

The flash is free, I installed the same intake and had the dealer do the flash (to maintain my warranty)...

In my experience, the tune also improves the throttle response.

ssmofo · 02-16-2020, 09:30 AM

The tune doesn't do shit.

BlackbeastSS2 · 02-16-2020, 09:43 AM

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Originally Posted by ssmofo

The tune doesn't do shit.

Slam dunk defence. Are you a lawyer?

Enhance the sound, style and performance of your vehicle with this 6.2L Cold Air Intake System. This system reduces air intake restriction up to 17% at 360 g/sec. It looks great under the hood, includes a high efficiency dry media air filter and all necessary installation hardware. Rigorously tested for durability, corrosion, and performance, this system is 50-state emissions compliant and will not void the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.

This part has been granted an Executive Order from the California Air Resources Board – E.O. D-126-53 (2016–2020)

PART NO. 84651227: 2016+ Camaro LT1, SS and SS 1LE models

Factory recalibration needed.

You putting 17% more air into the engine of course you need your fuel trims/ AFR / MAF adjusted for maximize performance, that’s what the tune does.

6spdhyperblue · 02-16-2020, 11:11 AM

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Originally Posted by ssmofo

The tune doesn't do shit.

Lol it does tho. Look at the maf curve.

Tim M · 02-17-2020, 12:46 AM

Seems like a neat part, but my experience was...either the part with a tune made no more power than stock or made the engine run like crap without the tune.

Link to the fun:

https://www.camaro6.com/forums/showthread.php?t=542089

JCunningham · 02-17-2020, 01:24 AM

i remember when it came out with the tune everyone was losing power with it on the dyno. the tune just changes the MAF for emissions.

RobbyBeefcake87 · 02-17-2020, 07:28 AM

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Originally Posted by JCunningham

i remember when it came out with the tune everyone was losing power with it on the dyno. the tune just changes the MAF for emissions.

There's been some negative cases where the cars didn't make any more power or had horror stories without the tune or the wrong calibration like Tim's, but there's actually been some that had before and after dyno's that did show it made more power.

ssmofo · 02-17-2020, 07:47 AM

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Originally Posted by BlackbeastSS2

Slam dunk defence. Are you a lawyer?

Enhance the sound, style and performance of your vehicle with this 6.2L Cold Air Intake System. This system reduces air intake restriction up to 17% at 360 g/sec. It looks great under the hood, includes a high efficiency dry media air filter and all necessary installation hardware. Rigorously tested for durability, corrosion, and performance, this system is 50-state emissions compliant and will not void the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.

This part has been granted an Executive Order from the California Air Resources Board – E.O. D-126-53 (2016–2020)

PART NO. 84651227: 2016+ Camaro LT1, SS and SS 1LE models

Factory recalibration needed.

You putting 17% more air into the engine of course you need your fuel trims/ AFR / MAF adjusted for maximize performance, that’s what the tune does.

You sir should sell these for GM, you have a future in bullshit. Learn your facts knucklehead/

BlackbeastSS2 · 02-17-2020, 10:40 AM

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Originally Posted by ssmofo

You sir should sell these for GM, you have a future in bullshit. Learn your facts knucklehead/

Your opinion and facts dwarf the GM Performance Engineers, everyone here should now do everything you recommend. So what do you recommend for an air intake stock or aftermarket. Please post your facts, results, and preferred choice.

SJFGTO · 02-17-2020, 11:36 AM

Without the tune the computer will adjust to the increased airflow over time and largely negate the small power increase and improved throttle response. The tune will account for the increased airflow.

MackSteelPrivateEye · 03-03-2020, 02:34 PM

Sounds like more trouble than its worth from the mixed responses.

02-15-2020, 10:43 PM	#1
gen6_1ss Drives: 2023 Sharkskin Metallic 1LE Join Date: Mar 2018 Location: Las Vegas, NV Posts: 127	GM Performance Intake I just installed the GM Performance intake and the question I have is do I really need to get the dealer tune/flash that comes with it? I know the intake is made by Cold Air Inductions, I had one on my 13 Camaro and it didn't need a tune/flash.Any input will be appreciated.

02-17-2020, 12:46 AM	#8
Tim M Drives: 2018 Camaro SS 1LE Join Date: Jul 2018 Location: Stuttgart, Germany Posts: 807	Seems like a neat part, but my experience was...either the part with a tune made no more power than stock or made the engine run like crap without the tune. Link to the fun: https://www.camaro6.com/forums/showthread.php?t=542089 __________________ 2018 SS 1LE German Based Nurburgring Visit #19 Ring Laps: 77

02-17-2020, 01:24 AM	#9
JCunningham Drives: 2017 2SS M6 Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: WNY Posts: 7,070	i remember when it came out with the tune everyone was losing power with it on the dyno. the tune just changes the MAF for emissions. __________________ real ZL1 wheels and brakes, 285/305 Michelin Pilot Super Sports, Pray ported Intake manifold, Soler Throttle Body, Rotofab intake, EFI Tuning Flex fuel kit, full American Racing Headers Exhaust, 1 7/8" w/ cats H pipe and mufflers. Full 1LE suspension, with BMR adjustable sway bars and links, GM aluminum cradle bushings, Hurst shifter with lighter reverse spring, TWM shifter knob, Tick level 1 transmission. I should have bought a ZL1

02-17-2020, 11:36 AM	#13
SJFGTO Oh Oh it's Friday Night! Drives: 2018 ZL1 1LE Nightfall Gray Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: Walton Woods Posts: 1,061	Without the tune the computer will adjust to the increased airflow over time and largely negate the small power increase and improved throttle response. The tune will account for the increased airflow. __________________ 2018 Camaro ZL1 1LE NFG; ARH 2” headers, catless mids, ARH full exhaust, Lingenfelter 18% lower pulley, ATI Harmonic Balancer, Roto-fab CAI, EE-catch can, TM ported TB, NX Lid, BMR strut tower brace. Aeroforce dual pod interceptor gauges. Tuned by Vengeance Racing!!! 644 HP @ 6250 rpm / 689 trq @ 3660 rpm Four that wanna own me Two that wanna stone me One says she's a friend of mine...

02-16-2020, 03:42 AM	#3
Mrbobcat Drives: 2016 Mustang GT premium Join Date: May 2008 Location: NW Ohio Posts: 362	It would be interesting to see how much hp the GM intake actually makes after the tune compared to stock and maybe some of the better aftermarket intakes.

02-16-2020, 09:30 AM	#5
ssmofo Drives: Chevy Camaro Join Date: Jul 2019 Location: Dallas Posts: 420	The tune doesn't do shit.

03-03-2020, 02:34 PM	#14
MackSteelPrivateEye Banned Drives: 6 on the Flo' Super Sport Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: md Posts: 1,925	Sounds like more trouble than its worth from the mixed responses.

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