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slowbird98 · 03-19-2009, 11:10 PM

if you dont feel like the money is burning a hole in your pocket, what about waiting around a bit for the new camaro and going from there? yes, it's more expensive, and i dont know how much money you have to play with, but i think it would be a better investment.

otherwise, i'd go with a good cam, maybe a 228 or 232, some decent heads, and an LS6 or FAST intake. the FAST is going to bring you more horsepower, but they are on the expensive side brand new. this is all assuming you will have basic boltons like exhaust and a good air lid. dont waste your time with shorty or mid-length headers, go for only longtube. if you can find a deal on some 1 7/8'' headers, go for it. usually 1 3/4" will do the job, but for 450hp, i'd go with the bigger ones. you also need to make absolute certain that you get a good matched Y-pipe. cat backs are all personal choice. loudmouth flows good but can be too noisy after a while. the hooker aerochamber muffler is a good choice. or instead of all that, pay for a true dual setup. AND FOR THE LOVE OF GOD dont forget that a good tune on the car will bring the power up a good amount. especially with the heads, cam, and exhaust. all depends on your budget.

as stated before, dont forget to do some drivetrain upgrades as well. you'll want a nice, wide set of tires to put that power on the ground. if you want to hook like its an addiction, go for some drag radials. i know that the nitto nt555r drag radials are known for a good 15,000 miles on the street, and its still a drag tire. you need to pay special attention to your rear end too. with 450 horsepwer, a 9 inch or 12 bolt rear end is nearly a must. a clutch that can hold that much power is also crucial. are you planning on going with an auto or manual?

03-19-2009, 11:10 PM	#6
slowbird98 Teching In Trader Rating: 0 Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: livonia, MI. detroit area Posts: 25	if you dont feel like the money is burning a hole in your pocket, what about waiting around a bit for the new camaro and going from there? yes, it's more expensive, and i dont know how much money you have to play with, but i think it would be a better investment. otherwise, i'd go with a good cam, maybe a 228 or 232, some decent heads, and an LS6 or FAST intake. the FAST is going to bring you more horsepower, but they are on the expensive side brand new. this is all assuming you will have basic boltons like exhaust and a good air lid. dont waste your time with shorty or mid-length headers, go for only longtube. if you can find a deal on some 1 7/8'' headers, go for it. usually 1 3/4" will do the job, but for 450hp, i'd go with the bigger ones. you also need to make absolute certain that you get a good matched Y-pipe. cat backs are all personal choice. loudmouth flows good but can be too noisy after a while. the hooker aerochamber muffler is a good choice. or instead of all that, pay for a true dual setup. AND FOR THE LOVE OF GOD dont forget that a good tune on the car will bring the power up a good amount. especially with the heads, cam, and exhaust. all depends on your budget. as stated before, dont forget to do some drivetrain upgrades as well. you'll want a nice, wide set of tires to put that power on the ground. if you want to hook like its an addiction, go for some drag radials. i know that the nitto nt555r drag radials are known for a good 15,000 miles on the street, and its still a drag tire. you need to pay special attention to your rear end too. with 450 horsepwer, a 9 inch or 12 bolt rear end is nearly a must. a clutch that can hold that much power is also crucial. are you planning on going with an auto or manual? __________________ 98 firebird formula M6. 3.5 in slp exhaust, under bumper cold air, 4.10 gears, short shifter, BMR traction bar, Z06 wheels with 265/35/18 and 315/30/18 rubber, BFH mod, hypertech program. 310.7rwhp 330.6rwtq. NEW RECORD! 13.3 at 107 in 28 degree weather.