stock 2018 1le question

Jman64 · 07-24-2018, 12:22 AM

So I'm starting to look around for a 1LE, probably still a month or two from buying, but starting to look. I drove one this past weekend, and the sales guy was talking it up naturally. He seemed to be a bit of a track day guy, as he was talking about running his vette. Anyway he mentions that the stock 1LE is capable of an extra 20-30hp with just a tune, as it has the upgraded intake, but it's not tuned to really take advantage of it. I wasn't aware that the 1LE had the gm CAI stock, is that accurate? I also mentioned not wanting to void my warranty to which he scoffed at saying I wouldn't with just a tune. I've definitely heard arguments that you will, but I'm not certain of that either.

I'm plenty happy with the power in the 1LE as it sat so when I get one, I'm not going to be looking to mess with it right away. However if this is true, down the road I might look into a tune if the gains are there to be had.

JamesNoBrakes · 07-24-2018, 12:46 AM

He is talking out his a$$.

JeromeS13 · 07-24-2018, 12:58 AM

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Originally Posted by Jman64

So I'm starting to look around for a 1LE, probably still a month or two from buying, but starting to look. I drove one this past weekend, and the sales guy was talking it up naturally. He seemed to be a bit of a track day guy, as he was talking about running his vette. Anyway he mentions that the stock 1LE is capable of an extra 20-30hp with just a tune, as it has the upgraded intake, but it's not tuned to really take advantage of it. I wasn't aware that the 1LE had the gm CAI stock, is that accurate? I also mentioned not wanting to void my warranty to which he scoffed at saying I wouldn't with just a tune. I've definitely heard arguments that you will, but I'm not certain of that either.

I'm plenty happy with the power in the 1LE as it sat so when I get one, I'm not going to be looking to mess with it right away. However if this is true, down the road I might look into a tune if the gains are there to be had.

No, it does not come with a different intake.

Yes, GM can deny powertrain warranty claims if the tune has been modified.

Do not listen to that guy.

JBones81 · 07-24-2018, 01:43 AM

Yea that sounds like typical dealer BS

protovack · 07-24-2018, 02:27 AM

He's right about one thing, adding the GM air intake does require re-flashing the ECU so it knows how much air to expect coming in. If it has the air intake, make sure that they did the factory required tune (it's in the instructions that come with the air intake).

Boost Creep · 07-24-2018, 06:11 AM

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Originally Posted by Jman64

So I'm starting to look around for a 1LE, probably still a month or two from buying, but starting to look. I drove one this past weekend, and the sales guy was talking it up naturally. He seemed to be a bit of a track day guy, as he was talking about running his vette. Anyway he mentions that the stock 1LE is capable of an extra 20-30hp with just a tune, as it has the upgraded intake, but it's not tuned to really take advantage of it. I wasn't aware that the 1LE had the gm CAI stock, is that accurate? I also mentioned not wanting to void my warranty to which he scoffed at saying I wouldn't with just a tune. I've definitely heard arguments that you will, but I'm not certain of that either.

I'm plenty happy with the power in the 1LE as it sat so when I get one, I'm not going to be looking to mess with it right away. However if this is true, down the road I might look into a tune if the gains are there to be had.

Will say anything to sell.

Get the service manager to put it in writing and you might have a chance. And I would go for headers before some "CAI".

full*throttle*therapy · 07-24-2018, 06:43 AM

SS 1LE or ZL1 1LE?

SaphfireSS · 07-24-2018, 08:10 AM

A tune will gain from 412/420 to 450/460 with e85. And it will void engine warranty but who cares. Lol

Jman64 · 07-24-2018, 09:22 AM

Sorry I should have pointed out, it was a SS1 1LE. I figured he was full of it, but thought I was ask the experts! As far as the car goes, I think I'm fine with it's stock performance, it was more a curiosity. I may track the car a little, but mainly it's just for my personal enjoyment and fun. As for the warranty, that's one of the main reasons I'm planning on buying new. I don't want to worry about repair costs for a few years.

07-24-2018, 12:22 AM	#1
Jman64 Drives: 2022 Camaro 2SS 1LE in Rapid Blue Join Date: Jun 2018 Location: Crete, IL Posts: 23	stock 2018 1le question So I'm starting to look around for a 1LE, probably still a month or two from buying, but starting to look. I drove one this past weekend, and the sales guy was talking it up naturally. He seemed to be a bit of a track day guy, as he was talking about running his vette. Anyway he mentions that the stock 1LE is capable of an extra 20-30hp with just a tune, as it has the upgraded intake, but it's not tuned to really take advantage of it. I wasn't aware that the 1LE had the gm CAI stock, is that accurate? I also mentioned not wanting to void my warranty to which he scoffed at saying I wouldn't with just a tune. I've definitely heard arguments that you will, but I'm not certain of that either. I'm plenty happy with the power in the 1LE as it sat so when I get one, I'm not going to be looking to mess with it right away. However if this is true, down the road I might look into a tune if the gains are there to be had.

07-24-2018, 12:46 AM	#2
JamesNoBrakes Drives: 2SS 1LE Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: AK Posts: 2,301	He is talking out his a$$. __________________ Everything happens for a reason, except when it doesn't, but even then, you can, in hindsight, fabricate a reason that satisfies your belief system. 2018 2SS 1LE 2023 Colorado ZR2 2022 Stinger GT-line AWD

07-24-2018, 01:43 AM	#4
JBones81 Drives: 22 ZL1, 18 RS3, 22 M3P Join Date: Oct 2016 Location: Walnut Creek, CA Posts: 936 View My Garage	Yea that sounds like typical dealer BS __________________ 2022 ZL1 - M6, Wrapped, Tinted, Rotofab intake, MBRP AxleBack, Lots of BMR rear suspension components 2022 Tesla Model 3 Performance 2018 Audi RS3 - Many mods & e85 Instagram - @JBsCars

07-24-2018, 02:27 AM	#5
protovack Drives: 2019 2LT 2.0T M6 Riverside Blue Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: WA Posts: 847	He's right about one thing, adding the GM air intake does require re-flashing the ECU so it knows how much air to expect coming in. If it has the air intake, make sure that they did the factory required tune (it's in the instructions that come with the air intake).

07-24-2018, 06:43 AM	#7
fullthrottletherapy Drives: '18 RH ZL1 1LE Join Date: Apr 2018 Location: On The Edge Posts: 323	SS 1LE or ZL1 1LE?

07-24-2018, 08:10 AM	#8
SaphfireSS Drives: 2017 Camaro 1LE SS Join Date: Oct 2016 Location: In my driveway or on the track. Lol Posts: 257	A tune will gain from 412/420 to 450/460 with e85. And it will void engine warranty but who cares. Lol

07-24-2018, 09:22 AM	#9
Jman64 Drives: 2022 Camaro 2SS 1LE in Rapid Blue Join Date: Jun 2018 Location: Crete, IL Posts: 23	Sorry I should have pointed out, it was a SS1 1LE. I figured he was full of it, but thought I was ask the experts! As far as the car goes, I think I'm fine with it's stock performance, it was more a curiosity. I may track the car a little, but mainly it's just for my personal enjoyment and fun. As for the warranty, that's one of the main reasons I'm planning on buying new. I don't want to worry about repair costs for a few years.

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