Best mod for <$400 - Page 3

mano_camaro · 04-08-2019, 09:00 PM

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Originally Posted by RideWithDanger

Was curious about cutting a hole in the stock air intake. Ive heard nothing but great things about it, but theres always room for improvement. Im hesitant to cut a hole in brand new car, but I will be throwing an exhaust kit on, and drop in green filter. Could you link the thread your talking about?

Sure, here is the link:

https://www.camaro6.com/forums/showthread.php?t=517532

RideWithDanger · 04-08-2019, 09:15 PM

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Originally Posted by mano_camaro

Sure, here is the link:

https://www.camaro6.com/forums/showthread.php?t=517532

What I don't like about that is the baseline is the green filter in a modified airbox. I have no idea how that compares to stock other than the person assuming it was better. The issue me and others had with cutting a hole in it, was that it would then allow heat from the engine bay to get in, rather than cooler outside air.

I know CAI is making something for the V6 in a few months. RotoFab is great but only has V8 applications as well. It really will come down to the price, but spending hundreds to get a hardly (if any at all) noticeable difference doesnt seem like a great options when I can buy a $50 green filter.

Azerlazer26 · 04-08-2019, 09:17 PM

Lots of great suggestions. I appreciate everyone for their input

wnta1ss · 04-09-2019, 03:37 AM

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Originally Posted by RideWithDanger

It's 13% better CFM than stock. 793 vs 920 as tested on an SS. Obviously different for the V6. But it's the best drip in air filter and you can't tell me there's no gain when I've seen other test saying otherwise, where it does better than some CAI systems.

Also Dyno test are an awful way to really test CAI installs. Watched several videos about this.

Guess what? I tried the K&N drop-in based on claims of power gains, and found out it did not do squat, track tested on the dragstrip not the dyno. So Mr Jannetty's result with that drop-in filter makes a lot of sense. If you choose to believe that it will make more hp, go ahead and spend your money. I was just trying to save you guys from wasting your money like I had.

RideWithDanger · 04-09-2019, 07:13 AM

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Originally Posted by wnta1ss

Guess what? I tried the K&N drop-in based on claims of power gains, and found out it did not do squat, track tested on the dragstrip not the dyno. So Mr Jannetty's result with that drop-in filter makes a lot of sense. If you choose to believe that it will make more hp, go ahead and spend your money. I was just trying to save you guys from wasting your money like I had.

I said the K&N wouldnt make any extra power, and I don't believe the drop in green filter would either. Im just saying they both allow a little bit of extra air in, which can help the sound, but one is over $300, and the other is $50.

I think when its time to replace the stock air filter, it would be dumb to not go with a green filter.

WCKD 1LE · 04-10-2019, 06:49 AM

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Originally Posted by Shawnqa800720

Not if GM did it.

^ Correct, If GM uploads the tune for it and approves the install, you warranty is fine.

WCKD 1LE · 04-10-2019, 06:51 AM

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Originally Posted by Shawnqa800720

That would fall into the burden of proof category, which falls to GM - you can take off the TB to change the gasket. That said, anyone who has tried making a warranty claim with GM knows it is a crap shoot even for something completely unmodified, or even with a known warranty issue...

But the real question you would be asked is why are you replacing the gasket? Was it leaking and if so why didn't you take it into the dealer to have work performed under warranty? Ha-ha it's a never ending circle.

ZED SLED · 04-10-2019, 06:58 AM

Take that $400 over to a Greektown casino in Detroit, turn it in to $20k, and get a ZL1.

JCunningham · 04-11-2019, 12:52 AM

GM only has to prove it in a court of law. You fit the bill. A year and thousands of $$ later and you will win. GM will only have to fix your car. they can void for anything. They have voided power train warranties because of non oem equivalent air filters (K&N). It will cost you more to take them to court then it will to fix it. most dealers arnt ass holes like that though and will be honest about mods. if your worried about your warranty talke to the service manager at your dealer to see if hes mod friendly. He can tell you what he will let slide. A tune not performed by GM will void your warranty no mater what if you have a engine failure. For $400 or keeping your warranty your not going to get any real power mods that you will notice. go cometic with that budget. I recommend dark GM tail lights and 3rd brake light. https://wildhammermotorsports.com/ca...eneral-motors/ and https://wildhammermotorsports.com/ca...eneral-motors/

Arugon · 04-13-2019, 01:59 PM

15% window tint all around or lowering springs

ToneCapone · 04-17-2019, 12:22 AM

I installed a cold air inductions CAI on mine. GM has partnered with them to make one that comes with a factory tune and the dealership installs for free. The system is right above $400 but not by much. I also noticed people saying that an exhaust will void warranty but as long as the headers are factory then it will not. I have a cat back system on mine and you can call Borla themselves and they will tell you that it does not.

sal11585 · 04-17-2019, 09:23 AM

Throttle controller

rshelar · 04-17-2019, 11:07 AM

I am in California and a cat back or axle back has no effect on O2 sensors or pollution control. You can also cut out resonators.

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04-10-2019, 06:58 AM	#36
ZED SLED Drives: 2017 Mosaic Bk ZL1 M6 Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: South of Raleigh, NC Posts: 9,477 View My Garage	Take that $400 over to a Greektown casino in Detroit, turn it in to $20k, and get a ZL1. __________________

04-11-2019, 12:52 AM	#37
JCunningham Drives: 2017 2SS M6 Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: WNY Posts: 7,070	GM only has to prove it in a court of law. You fit the bill. A year and thousands of $$ later and you will win. GM will only have to fix your car. they can void for anything. They have voided power train warranties because of non oem equivalent air filters (K&N). It will cost you more to take them to court then it will to fix it. most dealers arnt ass holes like that though and will be honest about mods. if your worried about your warranty talke to the service manager at your dealer to see if hes mod friendly. He can tell you what he will let slide. A tune not performed by GM will void your warranty no mater what if you have a engine failure. For $400 or keeping your warranty your not going to get any real power mods that you will notice. go cometic with that budget. I recommend dark GM tail lights and 3rd brake light. https://wildhammermotorsports.com/ca...eneral-motors/ and https://wildhammermotorsports.com/ca...eneral-motors/ __________________ 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

04-13-2019, 01:59 PM	#38
Arugon Drives: Summit White Camaro SS Join Date: Jul 2017 Location: California Posts: 359	15% window tint all around or lowering springs __________________

04-17-2019, 12:22 AM	#39
ToneCapone Drives: 2023 ZL1 Join Date: Oct 2018 Location: Mansfield Posts: 21	I installed a cold air inductions CAI on mine. GM has partnered with them to make one that comes with a factory tune and the dealership installs for free. The system is right above $400 but not by much. I also noticed people saying that an exhaust will void warranty but as long as the headers are factory then it will not. I have a cat back system on mine and you can call Borla themselves and they will tell you that it does not. __________________ 2018 2SS Redline (SOLD) Borla ATAK Cat back system GM Performance Cold Air Inductions CAI 2023 ZL1 M6 Black

04-17-2019, 09:23 AM	#40
sal11585 Drives: 2017 Camaro SS 2ss Nightfall Gray Join Date: Aug 2018 Location: New york Posts: 149	Throttle controller __________________ ACS front spoiler, rear spoiler, side skirts and rock guards (gloss black). Real carbon fiber dash insert, real carbon fiber gear bezel, GM dark tail lights, Gm black badges(Emblems and ss) Powder-coated gloss black factory 5 spoke split wheels Roto fab Biggulp CAI Full paint correction with cquartz finest ceramic coating Whipple 2.9 ARH Long tube headers with High flow cats 1le sway bars F&R BMR Upper and lower trailing arms Hurst short throw shifter

04-08-2019, 09:17 PM	#31
Azerlazer26 Drives: 2018 Camaro 2SS Join Date: Jun 2018 Location: Michigan Posts: 611 View My Garage	Lots of great suggestions. I appreciate everyone for their input

04-17-2019, 11:07 AM	#41
rshelar Drives: 2017 1SS auto vert Nightfall Gray Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: Central Coast, CA Posts: 666 View My Garage	I am in California and a cat back or axle back has no effect on O2 sensors or pollution control. You can also cut out resonators. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

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