P8NTBALLER90

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The following parts are on my car:
Comp CCA-07-500 --- 206@ .480/ 212@ .488 (1.5RR)--- 112 LSA --- 1000-5000 -- Im using Comp magnum 1.6 rocker tips.
Comp behive spring kit along with Comp push rods and new lifters.
I also replaced the timing chain, my opti spark was done not too long ago.
My intake has been replaced with a remanufatured OE bored out to 58mm, with a matching 58mm throttle body.
K&N cold air intake was on car when purchased.
GMMG catback, stock manifolds. (My last planned modification is to get Kooks long tubes with a catted Y.)
Few minor suspesnsion parts like Edelbrock panhard rod, new adjustable lower control arms, and a front strut tower brace.
cant forget the transgo shift kit

My issues are major cam serging at idle, espescially when cold. (IL) I know I need a tune for sure with all these aftermarket parts and stock tune running them all. Is it best to go with PCMforless.com or should I dyno tune it?

One other thing is my traction is horrible now. If I go close to 3K out of the hole my tires are smoking.. Should I do some more work with the suspension? My thoughts were leaning towards a replacement torque arm. Im sure new tires would do wonders as well, ha I've got about 1/8" tread above wear indicator.

Im running low on cash so cheaper routes are desired.

Some eye candy:

ss.slp.ls1

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If you have the money, a dyno tune is optimal. If not, a mail order tune will be more than sufficient.
For traction, I'd start with some LCA's and a TA.

P8NTBALLER90

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How much does a dyno tune normally cost? and which tourqe arms do you suggest?

ss.slp.ls1

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Not sure, maybe $350.
I don't think you can go wrong with BMR, Spohn, or UMI suspension parts.

fergymoto

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For traction, start with tires. I have done 1.601 60' on several occasions with stock suspension parts and Mickey Thompson ET Street radials. I know most people say to put suspension first, but I will buy it when I need it.

z_speedfreak

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cheapest route you could take: madz28 tune(pcm4less aint so less after being featured in a mag), LCA's and tires. if you still got money for a TA after that go for it

SoxXpupPeT

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nah you really cant go wrong with BMR or UMI i have several suspension parts from both of them on my car and love them all. there all very well built and def worth there price

96capricemgr

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Madz28 is located I believe near Elgin Il. I would strongly encourage you to use him before the other guy you are looking at.

pcmperformance is another good tuner, they are helping me dial mine in a little better.

redhot lt-1

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pcm4less cone my t-a and it made a world of differents in the feeling when i nail the pedal i haven`t had it to the track but will be going soon.

joelster

First of all, don't waste your money on suspension....yet. You need tires first and foremost. Get some M/T's and your traction problems will disappear. You're not at the power level where you'll be needing a new torque arm, LCA's, etc.

PCMforless is a great choice in tuning your car. I've had them do 2 tunes for me, and both were excellent.

MTBSully

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i would get the LTs and Y on there BEFORE u tune. otherwise your def going to want to tune again after you get your money.

blackz93

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Another vote for pcm4less!

ss.slp.ls1

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I don't think you can go wrong with either PCMs4Less or MadTuner. I have a MatTuner tune, and it works great.

StealthFormula

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I have a PCMforless mailorder on my LE2 setup with a 224/230 107lsa cam and the car drives awesome.

For suspension I recommend UMI they have some real quality pieces that work great.

P8NTBALLER90

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I figured tires would be a good idea. Thats two for Mickey Thompson's, sounds like a winner to me..

I would do this, but my headers and Y will cost ten times a tune. My car stalled out on me yesterday just backing out of the drive way. It has done it once before that too. If its too cold out and I back out of a parking spot (CTS reading 160*, keep in mind), go from reverse to drive with out waiting a second in neutral first, it has the chance to stall.


Currently I have UMI lower control arms, also a Edelbrock panhard rod.

dlk1950

I have PCMforless tune on mine..no problems.....Them get them M/t's

Schweet97Z

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Bryan did the tune on my old car. I did a mail order from him to get the car running, I then decided to have it dyno tuned by him as well. His tune was dead on that I only gained 3 RWHP from his dyno tune over his mail order....Tuning is a tricky thing. One that says go with another tuner over someone else most likely had a bad experience. SOMETHING THAT EVERY TUNER HAS DONE....MESSED UP! Bryan treats me right, everytime i call with a question he is more than happy to answer. He will be tuning my new car as well.If you do decide to go with PCMforless you wont regret it.

P8NTBALLER90

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PCMforless and Mickey Thompson tires sound like my choice of products.
Anyone know how much madz28's tune costs? I like the idea of using his service considering Elgin is up my way.

rickreeves1

1 more vote for PCMFORLESS.

z_speedfreak

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I paid $150 for mine(OBDII) and a update is $50 but if you go through email the prices are half