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One Sick Camaro · 10-21-2014, 07:09 PM

had the v6 full bolt on but everytime I heard a cammed v8. I always wanted it. so I finally bit the bullet and traded up. Been happy ever since.

CamaroJoe96 · 10-21-2014, 08:46 PM

I'm selling my car and getting an 06 Goat. LS2, 6 speed, and can walk a stock SS with a few bolt ons. You can find them with decent mileage still. Just a thought!

sycraft · 10-21-2014, 08:55 PM

sell your car, buy mine, lol

Emig5m · 10-21-2014, 08:59 PM

Hell no to S/C or turboing the six! Those kits are way too overpriced for me! Not worth it! Get the SS!

wayne watson · 10-21-2014, 09:02 PM

have not read all the posts but spending other peoples money is always easy, get what will satisfy you, no regrets

PalmerGA · 10-22-2014, 06:13 AM

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Originally Posted by MagnumForceGB

I have the IPF SC system and even running a smaller pulley at 12 PSI I didn't need to upgrade anything. The engine internals can handle up to 20 PSI, at that point the rods will fail, but you will run out of fuel before you can get up that high unless you add a secondary fueling system. Transmission is good till 600 HP.

The LLT/LFX are well built engines.

Yes they are. Thanks for the education. I still advise OP to save his money and wait until Spring. Then do a thorough search for what he really wants and he will probably be able to find it.

MagnumForceGB · 10-22-2014, 08:44 AM

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Originally Posted by PalmerGA

Yes they are. Thanks for the education. I still advise OP to save his money and wait until Spring. Then do a thorough search for what he really wants and he will probably be able to find it.

I agree, both options should be on the table. One thing though, gas mileage will drop in the V6 after a supercharger, extra drag on the engine. Mine averages 19.3 while my V8 averages 21, same drive to work.

Listen to a V8 with a Borla exhaust, makes each drive enjoyable.

slakjak1215 · 10-22-2014, 09:25 AM

Honestly if you're gonna go FI with the V6 then go Twin Turbo. I've heard they are crazy fast, and you're still almost 10k under an SS with the TT if you have a 1LS

slakjak1215 · 10-22-2014, 09:28 AM

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Originally Posted by Emig5m

Hell no to S/C or turboing the six! Those kits are way too overpriced for me! Not worth it! Get the SS!

How is that overpriced? 7k for a TT that would smoke the SS? 500+ to the wheels.

StevenBateman · 10-22-2014, 09:52 AM

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Originally Posted by PalmerGA

Seriously... don't rule anything out. You might be amazed at what you can get next spring if you look long enough. There will be new (or nearly new) '13s and '12s on some lots or from desperate private sellers. You have a nice car that looks to be in great shape. Trade in or retail value might really surprise you. Be patient. Save up some $$$ towards a down-payment. If your car is paid for or close to it, a deal may be doable. **Don't get upside down on a note though, just to get more HP).

I'll definitely see my financial situation when the time comes. If a zl1 is within my price range of definitely be going for one. It's still a ways away and I've got plenty of time to bank some cash.

PalmerGA · 10-22-2014, 12:49 PM

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Originally Posted by StevenBateman

I'll definitely see my financial situation when the time comes. If a zl1 is within my price range of definitely be going for one. It's still a ways away and I've got plenty of time to bank some cash.

There ya go - good plan. And good luck. Now go shovel your driveway!!!!!

I feel your pain coming soon. I grew up in the Syracuse area. Escaped when I was 25. I don't miss snow AT ALL! (I do miss the beautiful of Fall though)

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StevenBateman · 10-22-2014, 12:59 PM

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Originally Posted by PalmerGA

There ya go - good plan. And good luck. Now go shovel your driveway!!!!!

I feel your pain coming soon. I grew up in the Syracuse area. Escaped when I was 25. I don't miss snow AT ALL! (I do miss the beautiful of Fall though)

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Snow hasn't come yet! Soon though for sure. I hate the snow, wish it was nice all year round!

StevenBateman · 10-22-2014, 07:18 PM

An add on question here and want some thoughts. If lets say I decide to go for a v8 would it be easier to just buy one that's already been supercharged with supporting mods already built in?

PoorMansCamaro · 10-22-2014, 07:21 PM

Word of advice, never buy a used car that's been boosted aftermarket.

10-21-2014, 07:09 PM	#43
One Sick Camaro That Cam though... Drives: 11 Camaro 2SS 02 T/A WS6 15 SSV Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: NJ Posts: 2,817	had the v6 full bolt on but everytime I heard a cammed v8. I always wanted it. so I finally bit the bullet and traded up. Been happy ever since. __________________

10-21-2014, 08:46 PM	#44
CamaroJoe96 Drives: 2013 Full Bolt on LFX M6 Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Chicago,Illinois Posts: 417	I'm selling my car and getting an 06 Goat. LS2, 6 speed, and can walk a stock SS with a few bolt ons. You can find them with decent mileage still. Just a thought! __________________

10-21-2014, 08:55 PM	#45
sycraft COTW 5/06/2013 Drives: 2017 Corvette Grand Sport-Ho-Vette Join Date: May 2012 Location: Milford, Michigan Posts: 3,201 View My Garage	sell your car, buy mine, lol __________________ 2017 Grand Sport, Borla X Pipe.....Enough Said

10-21-2014, 09:02 PM	#47
wayne watson Drives: 2014 camaro ss ,1967 chevelle ss, Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: loganville Posts: 1,209 View My Garage	have not read all the posts but spending other peoples money is always easy, get what will satisfy you, no regrets __________________

10-22-2014, 09:25 AM	#50
slakjak1215 Drives: 2014 1LS Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: Derby CT Posts: 409	Honestly if you're gonna go FI with the V6 then go Twin Turbo. I've heard they are crazy fast, and you're still almost 10k under an SS with the TT if you have a 1LS __________________

10-21-2014, 08:59 PM	#46
Emig5m 100% Sport Møde Drives: '17 Civic SI + '04 SVT Lightning Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: NJ, USA Posts: 753	Hell no to S/C or turboing the six! Those kits are way too overpriced for me! Not worth it! Get the SS!

10-22-2014, 07:18 PM	#55
StevenBateman Drives: 2011 2SS/RS Join Date: May 2014 Location: Niagara Falls Posts: 732	An add on question here and want some thoughts. If lets say I decide to go for a v8 would it be easier to just buy one that's already been supercharged with supporting mods already built in? __________________ "Scarlett" the Black Widow BTR Stage 4 Cam, FTI 3600 Stall Converter, GM 3.91 Gears, GPI Intake Mod V2, CAI Cold Air Intake, SLP 25% Underdrive Pulley, LS3 Conversion, PRC Ported/Polished Heads, Stainless Power Long Tubes w/off-road pipes, Borla Atak Cat-Back Exhaust, Tru Cool 40K 482rwhp/425rwtq, Built and tuned by Champion Motors

10-22-2014, 07:21 PM	#56
PoorMansCamaro Drives: Really Slow Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: PA Posts: 56,958	Word of advice, never buy a used car that's been boosted aftermarket. __________________