how will this work?
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how will this work?
I have a 97 coupe A-4 with 29000 miles on it. 100% stock. The wife and I use it to curise and take short overnight trips.
I want to increase performance without effecting drivability. So this is my thoughts
1. replace 2.73s with 3.42s
2. vararam cai
3. headers w/x pipe
4. small t-converter
5. mail order tune (from chuck cow)
what should I be able to run in the 1/4 mile?
would any of the new camaro SS or RS be able to take me?
I want to increase performance without effecting drivability. So this is my thoughts
1. replace 2.73s with 3.42s
2. vararam cai
3. headers w/x pipe
4. small t-converter
5. mail order tune (from chuck cow)
what should I be able to run in the 1/4 mile?
would any of the new camaro SS or RS be able to take me?
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I have a 97 coupe A-4 with 29000 miles on it. 100% stock. The wife and I use it to curise and take short overnight trips.
I want to increase performance without effecting drivability. So this is my thoughts
1. replace 2.73s with 3.42s YES
2. vararam caiYES
3. headers w/x pipeYES
4. small t-converter NOT REQUIRED
5. mail order tune (from chuck cow)NO WAY
what should I be able to run in the 1/4 mile?
would any of the new camaro SS or RS be able to take me?
I want to increase performance without effecting drivability. So this is my thoughts
1. replace 2.73s with 3.42s YES
2. vararam caiYES
3. headers w/x pipeYES
4. small t-converter NOT REQUIRED
5. mail order tune (from chuck cow)NO WAY
what should I be able to run in the 1/4 mile?
would any of the new camaro SS or RS be able to take me?
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I predict 13.4 - 13.0 1/4 mile times if you get decent traction. Some will say they've gone quicker in a bone stock car, but if you expect these numbers you won't be disappointed. From what I have witnessed of the Camaro SS, it is a 13.6 -13.3 car, stock. So from a dead stop I say you could win. From a roll, you probably won't win! JMO
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I predict 13.4 - 13.0 1/4 mile times if you get decent traction. Some will say they've gone quicker in a bone stock car, but if you expect these numbers you won't be disappointed. From what I have witnessed of the Camaro SS, it is a 13.6 -13.3 car, stock. So from a dead stop I say you could win. From a roll, you probably won't win! JMO
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I think he did as well. So much goes into getting a good time. Location, altitude and weather (DA) and probably most important- driver 
That said there is a ton of benefits running a stall. If you are going to do all this trust me, there is more to come
May as well do it now (I don't think it will hinder a stock cammed car, although a bigger one will affect driveability somewhat).
Ask some guys who have done it and some reputable performance shops. Good luck!
That said there is a ton of benefits running a stall. If you are going to do all this trust me, there is more to come
May as well do it now (I don't think it will hinder a stock cammed car, although a bigger one will affect driveability somewhat).Ask some guys who have done it and some reputable performance shops. Good luck!
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Obviously you have not been to the track yet so who cares about the 1/4 time. Neither have I. 2.73 to 3.42 good choice. http://www.rpmtransmissions.com/contact.html tell rodney to buy you lunch. took one hour. intake, headers. good choice. do them yourself. nitrous, 500 dollars. excellent choice. i have 140,000 miles on mine!
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I predict 13.4 - 13.0 1/4 mile times if you get decent traction. Some will say they've gone quicker in a bone stock car, but if you expect these numbers you won't be disappointed. From what I have witnessed of the Camaro SS, it is a 13.6 -13.3 car, stock. So from a dead stop I say you could win. From a roll, you probably won't win! JMO
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The ONLY new Camaro SS you re gonna have any problems outrunning, in ANY situation(with those mods) is one thats modded. Im a member on Camaro5.com and ive been lurking for awhile over there. There is ALOT of guys with 5th gen Camaros that are modding them though.
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From: SE TEX
We have a new one that hangs out in the 'lot' and while its great to look at, it seems to be a bit short in the power department. (Probably too much in the weight department and the driver needs some more time behind the wheel as well)
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From: Palmdale, Ca----- 2009 Cyber Gray 4LT A6 F55 452 RWHP 422 RWTQ- RIP 1998 C5 734 RWHP & 585 RWTQ-----
I have a 97 coupe A-4 with 29000 miles on it. 100% stock. The wife and I use it to curise and take short overnight trips.
I want to increase performance without effecting drivability. So this is my thoughts
1. replace 2.73s with 3.42s
2. vararam cai
3. headers w/x pipe
4. small t-converter
5. mail order tune (from chuck cow)
what should I be able to run in the 1/4 mile?
would any of the new camaro SS or RS be able to take me?
I want to increase performance without effecting drivability. So this is my thoughts
1. replace 2.73s with 3.42s
2. vararam cai
3. headers w/x pipe
4. small t-converter
5. mail order tune (from chuck cow)
what should I be able to run in the 1/4 mile?
would any of the new camaro SS or RS be able to take me?
HEADERS, Hi-Flow Cats, X-pipe = Yes!
YANK 3200 Stall = Yes! (I run this on mine and it is excellent)
VARARAM - NO! Supercharger for the CAI = Yes!
Get a custom tune on a Dyno - with this many mods at once that is the best and only way to go!
You will be able to pull a new Camaro with these mods - However if the said Camaro has mods then you will be SOL!
You are here in the FI section so my suggestion is to slap on a SuperCharger with the above mods and enjoy the 600+ RWHP - hands down!
Thanks,Matt
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Yes. The C5 "advantage" is the weight difference. That weight difference means a lot less once the cars are already rolling. Now once you hit very illegal speeds the vette will once again have the advantage due to having less drag. If you were to race from 40mph, I think, the Camaro would immediately get out ahead. The vette would start catching up at over 100mph. JMRO
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I have a 97 coupe A-4 with 29000 miles on it. 100% stock. The wife and I use it to curise and take short overnight trips.
I want to increase performance without effecting drivability. So this is my thoughts
1. replace 2.73s with 3.42s
2. vararam cai
3. headers w/x pipe
4. small t-converter
5. mail order tune (from chuck cow)
what should I be able to run in the 1/4 mile?
would any of the new camaro SS or RS be able to take me?
I want to increase performance without effecting drivability. So this is my thoughts
1. replace 2.73s with 3.42s
2. vararam cai
3. headers w/x pipe
4. small t-converter
5. mail order tune (from chuck cow)
what should I be able to run in the 1/4 mile?
would any of the new camaro SS or RS be able to take me?
If you want your C5 A4 to KICK ***, give me a call.
I'll set you up with something that will fit your budget and is guaranteed to put a smile on your face!
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From: SE TEX
With the stock gears (2.73s), it will be a lot closer. I think the 3.42s give the C5 a BIG advantage. Couple that with a stall and a Vararam (mine netted me some huge gains) and a good launch (better tires than stock) and a stock SS doesn't stand a chance.