Need Help with to Modify my CTS-V Coupe- South Florida Area
02-07-2011, 10:44 PM
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Need Help with to Modify my CTS-V Coupe- South Florida Area Hey Guys,
I'm new to the forum and just picked up a 2011 CTS-V Coupe. Not more than 2 hours in my garage, I jumped on the net to see what I can do to it. Here is what I'm thinking and need help or advice on what to do and not to do. I dont want crazy power but want to feel a nice bump. O.k, here goes:
1) Cold Air Intake - Hennessey seems to have a nice one $495
2) Corsa Cat Back Exhuast - Lingenfelter has it for a decent price. $1,400
Anywhere else you recommend I can buy it from?
3) AR Headers & X-Pipe - Is this worth the $1,800 Lingenfelter has it for?
Will it make a big difference and will it be too loud with the Corsa exhaust?
4) 160 T-Stat - That's easy enough.
5) 2.55" Pulley, Snout port, Programing- $1,444 at Lingenfelter. I must send
in the stock ECU. Are there any local tuners that can do this? Should I
do the Lower Pulley as well?
6) Lowering Springs - Looking into the D3 springs over the Eibach springs.
Has anyone lowered their 2009-11 CTS-V and what did you use?
I really appreciate your help and am looking for good advice and recommendations to Vendors to sell me the parts and Tuners to help install them as well. I am in Davie (Fort Lauderdale ) area.
Thanks as I can't wait to get it done!
John
I'm new to the forum and just picked up a 2011 CTS-V Coupe. Not more than 2 hours in my garage, I jumped on the net to see what I can do to it. Here is what I'm thinking and need help or advice on what to do and not to do. I dont want crazy power but want to feel a nice bump. O.k, here goes:
1) Cold Air Intake - Hennessey seems to have a nice one $495
2) Corsa Cat Back Exhuast - Lingenfelter has it for a decent price. $1,400
Anywhere else you recommend I can buy it from?
3) AR Headers & X-Pipe - Is this worth the $1,800 Lingenfelter has it for?
Will it make a big difference and will it be too loud with the Corsa exhaust?
4) 160 T-Stat - That's easy enough.
5) 2.55" Pulley, Snout port, Programing- $1,444 at Lingenfelter. I must send
in the stock ECU. Are there any local tuners that can do this? Should I
do the Lower Pulley as well?
6) Lowering Springs - Looking into the D3 springs over the Eibach springs.
Has anyone lowered their 2009-11 CTS-V and what did you use?
I really appreciate your help and am looking for good advice and recommendations to Vendors to sell me the parts and Tuners to help install them as well. I am in Davie (Fort Lauderdale ) area.
Thanks as I can't wait to get it done!
John
02-07-2011, 11:20 PM
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Congrats. Definitely check out this forum. There are a lot of modified new Vs there.
http://www.cadillacforums.com/forums...es-forum-2009/
http://www.cadillacforums.com/forums...es-forum-2009/
02-08-2011, 01:31 AM
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i will help you modify it...give me 5 minutes and your 2011 V Coupe will magically turn into a 2007 sedan...just make sure you leave keys and all related car docments in there...
02-08-2011, 08:25 AM
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Hey Guys,
I'm new to the forum and just picked up a 2011 CTS-V Coupe. Not more than 2 hours in my garage, I jumped on the net to see what I can do to it. Here is what I'm thinking and need help or advice on what to do and not to do. I dont want crazy power but want to feel a nice bump. O.k, here goes:
1) Cold Air Intake - Hennessey seems to have a nice one $495
2) Corsa Cat Back Exhuast - Lingenfelter has it for a decent price. $1,400
Anywhere else you recommend I can buy it from?
3) AR Headers & X-Pipe - Is this worth the $1,800 Lingenfelter has it for?
Will it make a big difference and will it be too loud with the Corsa exhaust?
4) 160 T-Stat - That's easy enough.
5) 2.55" Pulley, Snout port, Programing- $1,444 at Lingenfelter. I must send
in the stock ECU. Are there any local tuners that can do this? Should I
do the Lower Pulley as well?
6) Lowering Springs - Looking into the D3 springs over the Eibach springs.
Has anyone lowered their 2009-11 CTS-V and what did you use?
I really appreciate your help and am looking for good advice and recommendations to Vendors to sell me the parts and Tuners to help install them as well. I am in Davie (Fort Lauderdale ) area.
Thanks as I can't wait to get it done!
John
I'm new to the forum and just picked up a 2011 CTS-V Coupe. Not more than 2 hours in my garage, I jumped on the net to see what I can do to it. Here is what I'm thinking and need help or advice on what to do and not to do. I dont want crazy power but want to feel a nice bump. O.k, here goes:
1) Cold Air Intake - Hennessey seems to have a nice one $495
2) Corsa Cat Back Exhuast - Lingenfelter has it for a decent price. $1,400
Anywhere else you recommend I can buy it from?
3) AR Headers & X-Pipe - Is this worth the $1,800 Lingenfelter has it for?
Will it make a big difference and will it be too loud with the Corsa exhaust?
4) 160 T-Stat - That's easy enough.
5) 2.55" Pulley, Snout port, Programing- $1,444 at Lingenfelter. I must send
in the stock ECU. Are there any local tuners that can do this? Should I
do the Lower Pulley as well?
6) Lowering Springs - Looking into the D3 springs over the Eibach springs.
Has anyone lowered their 2009-11 CTS-V and what did you use?
I really appreciate your help and am looking for good advice and recommendations to Vendors to sell me the parts and Tuners to help install them as well. I am in Davie (Fort Lauderdale ) area.
Thanks as I can't wait to get it done!
John
Get in touch with V-seriesTech on here. He can take care of your needs, and do it all right at the dealership.
(Vera Cadillac in Pines).We just started development on the tunes for the new V's, checkout the results of one here:
https://ls1tech.com/forums/cadillac-...e-results.html
Is yours a manual or Automatic? I could still use a manual here for tune development (read: free tune
) 
02-08-2011, 09:16 AM
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Davie? Nice. I'm right around the corner in Cooper City.
Get in touch with V-seriesTech on here. He can take care of your needs, and do it all right at the dealership. (Vera Cadillac in Pines).
We just started development on the tunes for the new V's, checkout the results of one here:
https://ls1tech.com/forums/cadillac-...e-results.html
Is yours a manual or Automatic? I could still use a manual here for tune development (read: free tune )
Get in touch with V-seriesTech on here. He can take care of your needs, and do it all right at the dealership.
(Vera Cadillac in Pines).We just started development on the tunes for the new V's, checkout the results of one here:
https://ls1tech.com/forums/cadillac-...e-results.html
Is yours a manual or Automatic? I could still use a manual here for tune development (read: free tune
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02-08-2011, 11:38 AM
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Davie? Nice. I'm right around the corner in Cooper City.
Get in touch with V-seriesTech on here. He can take care of your needs, and do it all right at the dealership. (Vera Cadillac in Pines).
We just started development on the tunes for the new V's, checkout the results of one here:
https://ls1tech.com/forums/cadillac-...e-results.html
Is yours a manual or Automatic? I could still use a manual here for tune development (read: free tune )
Get in touch with V-seriesTech on here. He can take care of your needs, and do it all right at the dealership.
(Vera Cadillac in Pines).We just started development on the tunes for the new V's, checkout the results of one here:
https://ls1tech.com/forums/cadillac-...e-results.html
Is yours a manual or Automatic? I could still use a manual here for tune development (read: free tune
)
02-08-2011, 11:51 AM
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wrong forum, this is the 2004-2010....jk man..lol...post up some pics. your a lucky man! one day i will own one of those beasts!
oh, and welcome to the V family!!
oh, and welcome to the V family!!
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Davie? Nice. I'm right around the corner in Cooper City.
Get in touch with V-seriesTech on here. He can take care of your needs, and do it all right at the dealership. (Vera Cadillac in Pines).
We just started development on the tunes for the new V's, checkout the results of one here:
https://ls1tech.com/forums/cadillac-...e-results.html
Is yours a manual or Automatic? I could still use a manual here for tune development (read: free tune )
Get in touch with V-seriesTech on here. He can take care of your needs, and do it all right at the dealership.
(Vera Cadillac in Pines).We just started development on the tunes for the new V's, checkout the results of one here:
https://ls1tech.com/forums/cadillac-...e-results.html
Is yours a manual or Automatic? I could still use a manual here for tune development (read: free tune
)Nice to see you looking for more powa after one day of ownership.
02-08-2011, 06:21 PM
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Remember that headers will benefit you more and more with each mod that you do. Now going from exhaust manifolds to headers will drop the boost a little bit since you are making the exhaust flow less restrictive. HOWEVER if you were to get a pulley to put the boost back to stock levels or more, you will definitely be making more power with headers as opposed to manifolds.
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02-08-2011, 07:48 PM
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Davie? Nice. I'm right around the corner in Cooper City.
Get in touch with V-seriesTech on here. He can take care of your needs, and do it all right at the dealership. (Vera Cadillac in Pines).
We just started development on the tunes for the new V's, checkout the results of one here:
https://ls1tech.com/forums/cadillac-...e-results.html
Is yours a manual or Automatic? I could still use a manual here for tune development (read: free tune )
Get in touch with V-seriesTech on here. He can take care of your needs, and do it all right at the dealership.
(Vera Cadillac in Pines).We just started development on the tunes for the new V's, checkout the results of one here:
https://ls1tech.com/forums/cadillac-...e-results.html
Is yours a manual or Automatic? I could still use a manual here for tune development (read: free tune
)Thank you gentlemen, I appreciate that.
John, congratulations on your purchase man, I gotta tell you, you've just bought, an amazing vehicle. I am constantly impressed with these cars, something that, I don't usually say about anything. They're just soo well built,..and soo refined. Can't wait to own one myself one day. congratulations!!!
The mod's you listed, are a very nice and easy way to get the most out of your setup without going too intrusive into the motor(...which is something I am not against
). All of these parts, are easily attainable, and somewhat easy to install. First and foremost, the tune option from diablosport, is awesome,..i'd jump on that in a heartbeat. The driveability adavantage, shifting(if auto), and the power increase that you'll pick up from a tune alone, are standalone, awesome, not to mention a stand up crew like Diablosport,..which is LOCAL(awesome)..tuning the car, is a rare experience. Take advantage, and know it's in the only hands that I intrust all of our customers vehicles, and our personal vehicles as well. Smart dudes.Just drove a tune only V today and the car feels great. It's in the shop right now actually for it's first round of mods, which your more then welcome to come by if your in the area(probably 5 minutes of driving time from Davie) and check out a few of the cars that I am messing fiddeling with. Hell, come by and i'll give the car it's first free service and oil change why you check out the cars.
Ultimatly, I am simply a service technician at a local delaership that works on GM performance vehicles(and other marques) with, or without warranty...I am not trying to sell you anything,..I am just here to help you with your GM performance needs.
PM sent-
Thanks, Jamie
02-08-2011, 09:02 PM
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Hey guys,
You guys are great! Thanks for all your help and the great info. I love the way the D3 springs looks on the car and the info shared is priceless!
I'm torn on the Headers as I dont want to have a loud classy car.
It was a calling from above that Jamie contacted me as he happens to be down the road from me. Awesome. I think we will get together soon.
Other than that, once I figure out how to post pics, I will share them soon.
You guys are great! Thanks for all your help and the great info. I love the way the D3 springs looks on the car and the info shared is priceless!
I'm torn on the Headers as I dont want to have a loud classy car.
It was a calling from above that Jamie contacted me as he happens to be down the road from me. Awesome. I think we will get together soon.
Other than that, once I figure out how to post pics, I will share them soon.
02-08-2011, 09:07 PM
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Thank you gentlemen, I appreciate that.
John, congratulations on your purchase man, I gotta tell you, you've just bought, an amazing vehicle. I am constantly impressed with these cars, something that, I don't usually say about anything. They're just soo well built,..and soo refined. Can't wait to own one myself one day. congratulations!!!
The mod's you listed, are a very nice and easy way to get the most out of your setup without going too intrusive into the motor(...which is something I am not against ). All of these parts, are easily attainable, and somewhat easy to install. First and foremost, the tune option from diablosport, is awesome,..i'd jump on that in a heartbeat. The driveability adavantage, shifting(if auto), and the power increase that you'll pick up from a tune alone, are standalone, awesome, not to mention a stand up crew like Diablosport,..which is LOCAL(awesome)..tuning the car, is a rare experience. Take advantage, and know it's in the only hands that I intrust all of our customers vehicles, and our personal vehicles as well. Smart dudes.
Just drove a tune only V today and the car feels great. It's in the shop right now actually for it's first round of mods, which your more then welcome to come by if your in the area(probably 5 minutes of driving time from Davie) and check out a few of the cars that I am messing fiddeling with. Hell, come by and i'll give the car it's first free service and oil change why you check out the cars.
Ultimatly, I am simply a service technician at a local delaership that works on GM performance vehicles(and other marques) with, or without warranty...I am not trying to sell you anything,..I am just here to help you with your GM performance needs.
PM sent-
Thanks, Jamie
John, congratulations on your purchase man, I gotta tell you, you've just bought, an amazing vehicle. I am constantly impressed with these cars, something that, I don't usually say about anything. They're just soo well built,..and soo refined. Can't wait to own one myself one day. congratulations!!!
The mod's you listed, are a very nice and easy way to get the most out of your setup without going too intrusive into the motor(...which is something I am not against
). All of these parts, are easily attainable, and somewhat easy to install. First and foremost, the tune option from diablosport, is awesome,..i'd jump on that in a heartbeat. The driveability adavantage, shifting(if auto), and the power increase that you'll pick up from a tune alone, are standalone, awesome, not to mention a stand up crew like Diablosport,..which is LOCAL(awesome)..tuning the car, is a rare experience. Take advantage, and know it's in the only hands that I intrust all of our customers vehicles, and our personal vehicles as well. Smart dudes.Just drove a tune only V today and the car feels great. It's in the shop right now actually for it's first round of mods, which your more then welcome to come by if your in the area(probably 5 minutes of driving time from Davie) and check out a few of the cars that I am messing fiddeling with. Hell, come by and i'll give the car it's first free service and oil change why you check out the cars.
Ultimatly, I am simply a service technician at a local delaership that works on GM performance vehicles(and other marques) with, or without warranty...I am not trying to sell you anything,..I am just here to help you with your GM performance needs.
PM sent-
Thanks, Jamie
Jamie, PM sent. Let's get this thing rocking!
