Maggie install opinion

oneredry · 11-16-2016, 07:34 AM

I consider myself fairly mechanically inclined. I do my own brakes, wheel bearings alt changes things of that nature. Never really dug deep as far as taking an intake off, although I can't find it very hard to do. So on a scale of 1-10 I would probably rank myself a 5 or so handy enough to get around.

I also seen some of you take it to someone to have done, what's your take on doing this yourselves. I know they say 10-12hrs. however, I have all winter. I just don't want to get into a pinch and be screwed to where I can't drive it to someone to finish the job. From what I understand the Balancer is pretty hard to come off, and could be the most difficult part of the install. Thoughts??

GirlyNFG · 11-16-2016, 09:55 AM

I've installed two TVS's. It's doable with the right tools. There isn't any part of it that requires anything drastic

Atomic Ed · 11-16-2016, 10:27 AM

Not sure about the Maggie's lower pulley setup, but the E-force replaces the stock lower pulley and that requires a stout puller. Pick up a fuel line tool/kit, they're cheap, to separate the fuel lines. Other than that, it's just nut and bolts. You should do fine with the skills you have. Figure double what they say time wise, depending on the help you have around you.

Stefano · 11-16-2016, 01:42 PM

Magnuson also has a very well done installation guide with very good pictures. Take your time, follow directions it is not a difficult installation.

Magnuson provides an LT4 Damper / Balancer with their kit.

oneredry · 11-16-2016, 01:51 PM

wow!!! ^^ same color and everything^^ do you have more install pics? pretty please with sugar on top? This topic, thanks everyone, makes me feel much better.

sub_ETCS_ret · 11-16-2016, 01:56 PM

If you are concerned about the warranty they offer, then you have to have it installed by a certified mechanic or no warranty.

LesBaer · 11-21-2016, 07:14 AM

Calibration is a bitch....just a warning, it's probably going to consume as much or more time than the install itself.

toro1966 · 11-29-2016, 02:25 PM

Does anyone have the maggie install manual? Would like to go through it first as I am asking the same questions. Also is there a specific list of mechanics that must perform the installation for the warranty or only an ASE certified mechanic?

oneredry · 11-29-2016, 02:33 PM

http://gkpbr.vzyqc.servertrust.com/v..._Camaro_DI.pdf

toro1966 · 11-29-2016, 02:47 PM

Excellent. Thank you very much!

toro1966 · 11-29-2016, 05:20 PM

Will the Maggie fit under the stock strut tower brace?

LesBaer · 11-30-2016, 06:39 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by toro1966

Will the Maggie fit under the stock strut tower brace?

I had to edit this after looking at a picture - I'm pretty sure the two little bars are still there.

Also I highly doubt that the GM strut tower brace accessory that they sell will fit over the SC. Don't worry, I don't think it does a whole lot in this car. I doubt it's worth the extra weight up front. It's definitely not like the rear-end and I'm personally not noticing any difference.

toro1966 · 12-01-2016, 06:46 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by LesBaer

I had to edit this after looking at a picture - I'm pretty sure the two little bars are still there.

Also I highly doubt that the GM strut tower brace accessory that they sell will fit over the SC. Don't worry, I don't think it does a whole lot in this car. I doubt it's worth the extra weight up front. It's definitely not like the rear-end and I'm personally not noticing any difference.

Fairly certain it will fit. I actually saw a picture with a Maggie installed and it looks like the stock strut tower brace is indeed installed over it. That's good because I have a convertible and I am fairly sure it is added for rigidity.

toro1966 · 12-01-2016, 06:48 AM

Also - any idea what the parasitic loss is in the drivetrain on these? I.e - 565 RWHP = ? Crank HP?

11-16-2016, 07:34 AM	#1
oneredry HYPER SS Drives: 2016 Supercharged 2SS Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: Troy OH Posts: 1,252	Maggie install opinion I consider myself fairly mechanically inclined. I do my own brakes, wheel bearings alt changes things of that nature. Never really dug deep as far as taking an intake off, although I can't find it very hard to do. So on a scale of 1-10 I would probably rank myself a 5 or so handy enough to get around. I also seen some of you take it to someone to have done, what's your take on doing this yourselves. I know they say 10-12hrs. however, I have all winter. I just don't want to get into a pinch and be screwed to where I can't drive it to someone to finish the job. From what I understand the Balancer is pretty hard to come off, and could be the most difficult part of the install. Thoughts?? __________________ Ordered: 1/15/2016 2000 status 02/01/16 3000 status 02/29/16 3400 status 03/07/16 TPW of 03/14/16 4200 status 03/17/16 in transit! Delivered 03/23/16 2SS Hyper Blue \| 6M \| NPP \| Mag ride \| ceramic white Int. \| Black out bow ties \| P3 Gauge\| Front splitter. \| 6 pot upgraded brembo brakes. \| Magnuson Supercharger/95MM pulley \| Rotofab Intake \| ZL1 side skirts \| HRE FF04 wheels - Michelin PSS4 \| ZL1 add ons rock guards and lift points. \| AWE touring - resinated catback with link pipes.

11-16-2016, 09:55 AM	#2
GirlyNFG Drives: 2016 Camaro SS M6 w/ NPP Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: SoCal Posts: 253	I've installed two TVS's. It's doable with the right tools. There isn't any part of it that requires anything drastic __________________ Whipple 2.9, Custom New Era Performance cam, E85, LT4 fuel system, Motec powered port injection, teeny tiny Nitrous Outlet system, Stainless Works LTs, Centerforce Triad, GForce 9" with strange pro case 3.50 gears. Carlyle 15" conversion 28"x10.5" MT ET Drag 28"x4.5" M&H fronts PB: 9.569 @ 151.05

11-16-2016, 01:42 PM	#4
Stefano Drives: 6th Gen NicKey Camaro & others. Join Date: Nov 2015 Location: Loves Park, Illinois Posts: 492	Magnuson also has a very well done installation guide with very good pictures. Take your time, follow directions it is not a difficult installation. Magnuson provides an LT4 Damper / Balancer with their kit. Attached Images

11-16-2016, 01:51 PM	#5
oneredry HYPER SS Drives: 2016 Supercharged 2SS Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: Troy OH Posts: 1,252	wow!!! ^^ same color and everything^^ do you have more install pics? pretty please with sugar on top? This topic, thanks everyone, makes me feel much better. __________________ Ordered: 1/15/2016 2000 status 02/01/16 3000 status 02/29/16 3400 status 03/07/16 TPW of 03/14/16 4200 status 03/17/16 in transit! Delivered 03/23/16 2SS Hyper Blue \| 6M \| NPP \| Mag ride \| ceramic white Int. \| Black out bow ties \| P3 Gauge\| Front splitter. \| 6 pot upgraded brembo brakes. \| Magnuson Supercharger/95MM pulley \| Rotofab Intake \| ZL1 side skirts \| HRE FF04 wheels - Michelin PSS4 \| ZL1 add ons rock guards and lift points. \| AWE touring - resinated catback with link pipes.

11-16-2016, 01:56 PM	#6
sub_ETCS_ret Drives: 2019 Dodge Challenger Scat Pack Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: WA Posts: 1,390	If you are concerned about the warranty they offer, then you have to have it installed by a certified mechanic or no warranty. __________________ "Submariners are a bunch of intelligent misfits that somehow seem to get along, understand each other and work well together." - overheard from a surface officer explaining to another sailor about Submariners Last edited by sub_ETCS_ret; 11-21-2016 at 11:02 AM.

11-16-2016, 10:27 AM	#3
Atomic Ed Drives: 2001 Audi TT, 2016 Camaro Join Date: May 2016 Location: Eastern Washington Posts: 833	Not sure about the Maggie's lower pulley setup, but the E-force replaces the stock lower pulley and that requires a stout puller. Pick up a fuel line tool/kit, they're cheap, to separate the fuel lines. Other than that, it's just nut and bolts. You should do fine with the skills you have. Figure double what they say time wise, depending on the help you have around you.

11-21-2016, 07:14 AM	#7
LesBaer FMPG Drives: 2016 2SS Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: CT Posts: 1,888	Calibration is a bitch....just a warning, it's probably going to consume as much or more time than the install itself. __________________ Ordered 3/8/16- NFG/Ceramic White, M6, MRC, NPP, 6 pots, blk blade, no sunroof, blk splitter, blk bow ties, dark tails, nav. ARH 1 7/8" ceramic coated full sys w/NPP; Maggie 9.2psi (85mm); Jannetty rough idle cam(TSP), tune and LT4 fuel system; Forgeline VX1 Black PVD (20x10,11); R88R 315's; ALPriority; BMR rear arms, bushings, DS loop; RF intake (red); nGauge 93 octane: 712rwhp, 654rwtq / E85 (E66 mix): 734rwhp, 674rwtq (SuperFlow Dyno)

11-29-2016, 02:25 PM	#8
toro1966 Drives: 2017 Camaro SS Convertible 50th Join Date: Nov 2016 Location: Ojai, CA Posts: 340	Does anyone have the maggie install manual? Would like to go through it first as I am asking the same questions. Also is there a specific list of mechanics that must perform the installation for the warranty or only an ASE certified mechanic?

11-29-2016, 02:33 PM	#9
oneredry HYPER SS Drives: 2016 Supercharged 2SS Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: Troy OH Posts: 1,252	http://gkpbr.vzyqc.servertrust.com/v..._Camaro_DI.pdf __________________ Ordered: 1/15/2016 2000 status 02/01/16 3000 status 02/29/16 3400 status 03/07/16 TPW of 03/14/16 4200 status 03/17/16 in transit! Delivered 03/23/16 2SS Hyper Blue \| 6M \| NPP \| Mag ride \| ceramic white Int. \| Black out bow ties \| P3 Gauge\| Front splitter. \| 6 pot upgraded brembo brakes. \| Magnuson Supercharger/95MM pulley \| Rotofab Intake \| ZL1 side skirts \| HRE FF04 wheels - Michelin PSS4 \| ZL1 add ons rock guards and lift points. \| AWE touring - resinated catback with link pipes.

11-29-2016, 02:47 PM	#10
toro1966 Drives: 2017 Camaro SS Convertible 50th Join Date: Nov 2016 Location: Ojai, CA Posts: 340	Excellent. Thank you very much!

11-29-2016, 05:20 PM	#11
toro1966 Drives: 2017 Camaro SS Convertible 50th Join Date: Nov 2016 Location: Ojai, CA Posts: 340	Will the Maggie fit under the stock strut tower brace?

12-01-2016, 06:48 AM	#14
toro1966 Drives: 2017 Camaro SS Convertible 50th Join Date: Nov 2016 Location: Ojai, CA Posts: 340	Also - any idea what the parasitic loss is in the drivetrain on these? I.e - 565 RWHP = ? Crank HP?

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