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SliverSurfer · 07-16-2014, 06:41 PM

Well, sounds like the best bet for HP/TQ gains will be a VMax Ported TB and a CAI Inc intake.

How drastically will the Throttle Body and intake alter the sound?? I had also read a couple thread or two where one of the members mentioned that the intake helped reduced drone...if that's the case, would it be better to install the intake and throttle body before playing with the exhaust?

DSX_Camaro · 07-16-2014, 06:45 PM

The intake will make the exhaust slightly louder... quieting drone is not what occurs, but then I don't think it makes it worse either. Lol. The front end of the car will growl with the intake because of the lack of restriction.

Btw. The Solo HFCs, while expensive, are worth it. Felt like a big power bump when I added them, and they're rated as 15-20hp.

SliverSurfer · 07-16-2014, 09:04 PM

While the solo HFCs sound tempting, I'm going to look at that more seriously after the warranty is up...warranty issues kinda freak me out.

Believe me though, it's on my list.

ogre · 07-16-2014, 09:05 PM

Look into the MBRP catback and a RotoFab cai. nice low growl, no drone. go to Juiced motorsports for a good "power package" deal, they have other combos--good customer service. I did a lot of research and I narrowed it down to the MRT v2 (axle back) and the MBRP (catback). I opted for the MBRP.

SliverSurfer · 07-17-2014, 06:20 PM

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Originally Posted by ogre

Look into the MBRP catback and a RotoFab cai. nice low growl, no drone. go to Juiced motorsports for a good "power package" deal, they have other combos--good customer service. I did a lot of research and I narrowed it down to the MRT v2 (axle back) and the MBRP (catback). I opted for the MBRP.

Thanks ogre! I checked out the website and it looks like they have a pretty good variety in the performance packages!

KaBoom1701 · 07-18-2014, 11:39 AM

Skip the HPC is your going to go the FI route some day.....

SliverSurfer · 07-19-2014, 06:49 AM

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Originally Posted by KaBoom1701

Skip the HPC is your going to go the FI route some day.....

Why is that? What will the HFC do if I go with a forced induction system down the line?

911medic · 07-19-2014, 07:50 AM

I believe those with FI and the HFCs have had issues with the catalyst innards blowing out after a while. Either stock cats or no cats are better with FI, IIRC.

SliverSurfer · 07-20-2014, 10:28 AM

Sounds like the MRT and Solo systems are among the most popular.

Has anyone had a good experience with the SLP Loudmouth 2 or the Power Flo systems?

Also...has anyone had any experience with the new SLP Black Wing CAI system (just checked out their website and it looks like there is a new CAI for the V6.) I know I said that I was going to go with the CAI Inc system, but just saw this one and was curious.

TommyTheCat · 07-20-2014, 11:56 AM

The only way you will notice a performance change with exhaust is to take off the 4 catalytic converters and do a full exhaust set up, anything catback or axle back is going to make a difference in sound but you will not notice a performance change.
Anyone who can actually feel the car being stronger or faster is fooling themselves. It will sound much louder, the horsepower change will be extremely minimal.

07-16-2014, 06:45 PM	#16
DSX_Camaro Drives: 2013 SW 2LT/RS LFX/AY6 Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Orlando, FL Posts: 1,741	The intake will make the exhaust slightly louder... quieting drone is not what occurs, but then I don't think it makes it worse either. Lol. The front end of the car will growl with the intake because of the lack of restriction. Btw. The Solo HFCs, while expensive, are worth it. Felt like a big power bump when I added them, and they're rated as 15-20hp. __________________ K&N CAI, 1LE Strut Tower Brace, Elite Engineering Catch Can and Clean Side Separator, Apex Scoop w/ Washer Relocation Kit, CTS Front Calipers and Rotors, JacFab Ported Intake Manifold, JacFab Intake Manifold Spacer, 80mm Overkill Throttle Body, SS Brake Lines, Ideal Garage Master Cylinder, Monster Twin Disc Clutch, NPP Retrofit w/ Magnaflow Resonated X, ARH Catless Downpipes, JRE Built 3.45 Diff, 1LE Axles, 1LE Hubs, Overkill Tuned, BMR Anti Wheel-hop Kit Stage I, ACS TL1 Hood Insert, ZL1 Spoiler

07-18-2014, 11:39 AM	#20
KaBoom1701 KaBoom1701 Drives: 13' ZL1 Red M6 Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: I.E. SoCal (Yucaipa) Posts: 8,630	Skip the HPC is your going to go the FI route some day..... __________________ Mods: Roto-Fab Intake, WW Res. kit & Big Gulp Air Scoop, Elite Catch Can, ATI Super Damper & 18% OD Pulley, LF Idler pulley bracket, Metco CC breather, ID850 Injectors, Stainless Power Headers w/ ceramic coating, TR71X Spark Plugs, JMS Fuel Pump Booster, Bo White TB, Tuned by Ted @ Jannetty Racing, Ron Davis HX, D3 Reservoir, Pfadt 1" Springs, Moreno Camber Plates, ZL1 Addons Splitter guard washers, Tow Hook kit & rock guards, Hurst Shifter Billet Plus 6 Speed Short Shifter, ZL1 DRL lighting harness, ZL1 Recaro Seats.

07-19-2014, 07:50 AM	#22
911medic Drives: 2012 SIM 2LT/1970 Camaro Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Near Minneapolis, MN Posts: 1,578	I believe those with FI and the HFCs have had issues with the catalyst innards blowing out after a while. Either stock cats or no cats are better with FI, IIRC. __________________ All bleeding stops eventually -- 2012 2LT Auto w/sunroof -- My journal thread Roto-Fab Intake & W/W Relocate Kit -- ADM Race Scoop -- Dynomax VT Axle-Back Exhaust -- Vitesse Throttle Controller RX Catch Can -- Drake Bowtie Delete -- JacFab Radio Face Cover -- LED Fog Lights -- LED Dome/Trunk/Plate Lights -- Gen5DIY Dash ABL -- Diode Dynamics Cupholder Lighting Wishlist: ACS T5 Splitter -- Hood Vent Mod -- Footwell/Door Pull/Homelink Button Lighting

07-16-2014, 06:41 PM	#15
SliverSurfer Drives: Summit White 2014 1LT Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: GRMI Posts: 137	Well, sounds like the best bet for HP/TQ gains will be a VMax Ported TB and a CAI Inc intake. How drastically will the Throttle Body and intake alter the sound?? I had also read a couple thread or two where one of the members mentioned that the intake helped reduced drone...if that's the case, would it be better to install the intake and throttle body before playing with the exhaust?

07-16-2014, 09:04 PM	#17
SliverSurfer Drives: Summit White 2014 1LT Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: GRMI Posts: 137	While the solo HFCs sound tempting, I'm going to look at that more seriously after the warranty is up...warranty issues kinda freak me out. Believe me though, it's on my list.

07-16-2014, 09:05 PM	#18
ogre Drives: 2013 2LS Black Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: MD Posts: 42	Look into the MBRP catback and a RotoFab cai. nice low growl, no drone. go to Juiced motorsports for a good "power package" deal, they have other combos--good customer service. I did a lot of research and I narrowed it down to the MRT v2 (axle back) and the MBRP (catback). I opted for the MBRP.

07-20-2014, 10:28 AM	#23
SliverSurfer Drives: Summit White 2014 1LT Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: GRMI Posts: 137	Sounds like the MRT and Solo systems are among the most popular. Has anyone had a good experience with the SLP Loudmouth 2 or the Power Flo systems? Also...has anyone had any experience with the new SLP Black Wing CAI system (just checked out their website and it looks like there is a new CAI for the V6.) I know I said that I was going to go with the CAI Inc system, but just saw this one and was curious.

07-20-2014, 11:56 AM	#24
TommyTheCat SHKE BKE Drives: 2013 Camaro Join Date: May 2014 Location: SoCal Posts: 3,108	The only way you will notice a performance change with exhaust is to take off the 4 catalytic converters and do a full exhaust set up, anything catback or axle back is going to make a difference in sound but you will not notice a performance change. Anyone who can actually feel the car being stronger or faster is fooling themselves. It will sound much louder, the horsepower change will be extremely minimal.