Ls1Medic

So first of all hello!


I' am new to the whole car world and just picked up a 2000 z28 m6. Slowly but surely the plan is to make it a little faster and just learn as much as I can. Car will be used as a DD.


Current mods that came with car.
-Corsa catback exhaust.
-SLP lid.


So my question is about the ls6 intake manifold. What would be the benefits of using this? is there anything that would have to be done when considering this?


Also I am no mechanic I am a army combat medic and my experience with cars is zero. Previous car before my dream z28 was a 4cyl 2005 accord.

HCI2000SS

iTrader: (2)

Are you asking what are the benefits over the LS1 intake?

Ls1Medic

Yes, and if I switch it would it just be a 1 for 1 change or would I have to upgrade or change anything else. (get a tune etc)

EarlyZ28!

iTrader: (2)

I jus did this swap on my 99.. Over the ls1 the top end feels stronger.. But I do have full exhaust cam ported tb n few other thing's to compliment it... You do not HAVE to change anything but some people do put the ls6 steam lines on for clearance.. But I just took a hammer an wood chisel and knocked the ribs off bottom of ls6 too keep the better ls1 steam lines... I have had mine on a couple weeks with no tune an all is good!

HCI2000SS

iTrader: (2)

You will definitely need a re-tune

Ls1Medic

So I have noticed that once new parts are added a re-tune is generally the way to go. Approximately how much would that cost and where would I get that done?


Thank you guys for the replies they are really helping a lot.

HCI2000SS

iTrader: (2)

I assume the car has not been tuned by anyone...just using the stock factory tune? If so you need to contact a performance shop in your area. You can also get mail order tunes from vendors on here but I'm not a fan of that personally. In general this all can range from $150 to $600

Ls1Medic

I believe it is all stock yes, is there a thread that you are aware of in terms of getting a ls6 intake manifold and what the different options are on picking the correct one?

HCI2000SS

iTrader: (2)

I'm sure there are threads, you just have to do a search on here. Any LS6 intake from a 01-02 f-body or C5 Z06 will be fine

EarlyZ28!

iTrader: (2)

I wouldn't waste time or money getting a tune jus for that.. Unless u don't plan on doin anything else n the near future.. Jus to have to turn around and get another tune... Imo

98CayenneT/A

Also the 2004-2005 cts-v came with the ls6 intake.
I also would not get a tune for a intake only. I would do long tube headers, y- pipe, ls6 intake tune imo

98CayenneT/A

Here ya go https://ls1tech.com/forums/parts-cla...2573572-a.html
Just posted and exactly what you need for a good price

Ls1Medic

That is perfect thank you for your time!