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Old Aug 1, 2007 | 12:01 PM
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I havent got in here in a long time, but i just bought a 99 vette anyone from houston that can tell me where can i take it to tune it, and waht mod should i do to it first.
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Old Aug 1, 2007 | 12:05 PM
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well i would imagine that you would want to do some headers and exhaust 1st...
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Old Aug 1, 2007 | 12:07 PM
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Not sure about the tune but let her breath....CAI first and work your way thru to the catback (i.e LS6 inatke manifold and LT's). I wouldn't get a tune just yet. Wait for a worth while mod like Long Tube headers. Congrats on the ride.
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Old Aug 1, 2007 | 01:09 PM
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Figure out your ultimate power goals before you spend a single cent on mods.
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How much power do you want in the long run? What type of driving will you use the car for? We can give you much better advice with this info.
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thanks guys, and i will post pictures
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How much power do you want in the long run? What type of driving will you use the car for? We can give you much better advice with this info.
well i will drive it not to much just regular, and i want power on the long run you know something that it will keep it going.
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Old Aug 1, 2007 | 02:42 PM
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Originally Posted by will82
Figure out your ultimate power goals before you spend a single cent on mods.

right on! Couldn't agree more!
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Old Aug 1, 2007 | 02:52 PM
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well i will drive it not to much just regular, and i want power on the long run you know something that it will keep it going.

Sounds like you're not wanting to get crazy with the power here, but I would definitely try to have a goal...350-450rwhp or 500+ rwhp. If it's in the 350 - 400 rwhp range that you're looking for, I'd consider the above options (intake, exhaust including long tube headers, LS6 upgrade etc) +/- H/C and a good tune of course. That should get you some pretty decent HP gains. If you're looking for 450-500+ then I'd consider some type of forced induction. You can make great power with a monster cam, but for some people, the drivability isn't comfortable.

Lots of different options out there, just do a little research and find a goal that is compatable with your lifestyle, and begin.

Of course, there's always the quick, simple, cheap, and very effective: NOS

Good luck with your build up, however you decide. However, we still want pics!


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Old Aug 1, 2007 | 04:08 PM
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Originally Posted by DocT
Sounds like you're not wanting to get crazy with the power here, but I would definitely try to have a goal...350-450rwhp or 500+ rwhp. If it's in the 350 - 400 rwhp range that you're looking for, I'd consider the above options (intake, exhaust including long tube headers, LS6 upgrade etc) +/- H/C and a good tune of course. That should get you some pretty decent HP gains. If you're looking for 450-500+ then I'd consider some type of forced induction. You can make great power with a monster cam, but for some people, the drivability isn't comfortable.

Lots of different options out there, just do a little research and find a goal that is compatable with your lifestyle, and begin.

Of course, there's always the quick, simple, cheap, and very effective: NOS

Good luck with your build up, however you decide. However, we still want pics!


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well i always wanted to buy the fast intake, it would work better or there is something cheaper that works the same.
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what part of houston are you in, im in pasadena. If you ever need some advice or whatever let me know I have a 99 C5 as well
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Old Aug 1, 2007 | 08:14 PM
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what part of houston are you in, im in pasadena. If you ever need some advice or whatever let me know I have a 99 C5 as well
i leave by allen genoa, and i think that i seen that yellow corvette it has that different hood on it right.
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whenever i need something i let you know
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heres a pic

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Get some shot's of that exhaust, it looks aftermarket, at least the tips do. You may have gotten one with some mods The '98 i bought had B&B catback and a Carbon Fiber dual cone intake when i bought it now it's onto the LS6 intake, headers, and some maintinance. We need some DAYLIGHT pics though too. Looks like Navy Blue Metallic
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that's a beauty. Standard mods are as above....intake, LS6 manifold, headers, catback, and then a tune. Several of the site sponsors are Houston based tuners...check them out.
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Old Aug 1, 2007 | 09:35 PM
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i will need to find some tuners in houston, you know some.
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Old Aug 1, 2007 | 09:39 PM
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