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  • Game-Changing Stainless Power Headers For 2016+ Camaro SS & ZL1!

    Game-Changing Stainless Power Headers For 2016+ Camaro SS & ZL1!

    Stainless Power headers for 2016+ Camaro SS & ZL1:  Cheaper doesn’t always mean cheaper…

    The familiar adage of “you get what you pay for” rings true in many cases, but with the release of the all-new Stainless Power headers for the 2016+ Camaro by Stainless Works, a cheaper price no longer means cheaper quality!  Long gone are the days of having to pay $4,000+ for just a header system install and performance tuning – and we are very happy about it!

     

     

    Those of you who have been around the aftermarket automotive performance world will likely recognize the Stainless Works name as they have been a leading manufacturer of high-quality aftermarket header and exhaust systems for many years.  With the new Stainless Power line of header systems you can now enjoy the same great fitment and performance that has been traditionally found in Stainless Works systems at a reduced price!

     

    In this article we will dive deeper into why your 2016+ Chevrolet Camaro SS & ZL1 needs long-tube headers in the first place, and why the Stainless Power headers should be your first choice.  If you’ve already made your decision and are ready to purchase your set of Stainless Power headers today, then read no further and call our team of performance consultants to lock in your install date and get ready to enjoy the newfound power and sound from your Camaro!

     

    What can Headers do for You?

    If you haven’t had the chance to modify your 2016+ Camaro yet you may be wondering what the benefits are from installing long-tube headers.  The primary benefit to most engine modifications is of course an increase in horsepower.  Although modern performance vehicles come equipped with a fairly high-flowing exhaust system there is still performance left on the table, and that’s where long-tube header systems come in.  With a design that incorporates large diameter primaries and high-flow catalytic converters, more air can escape the engine at a much faster rate.  This increase in air flow out of the engine will typically result in a gain of 20-25hp* with proper tuning.

     

     

    The other main benefit of installing long-tube headers is the amazing sound that they generate.  By replacing your vehicle’s factory exhaust manifolds and catalytic converters with the Stainless Power header system you will generate a slightly louder but much more aggressive tone from your exhaust, even with the factory mufflers still in place.  This increase in sound is guaranteed to enhance your driving experience and provide you with a symphony from your exhaust that you are sure to love – even if your neighbors don’t.

     

     

    The Stainless Power Advantage

    Now that we’ve explored the benefits of installing long-tube headers on your Camaro it is time to understand why the Stainless Power systems offer the best value per dollar when compared to other brands.  To start, Stainless Power is produced by the team at Stainless Works who have solidified their place in the market as one of the top-quality manufacturers of aftermarket header and exhaust systems.  Stainless Works systems are manufactured from high-quality 304 stainless steel material, offered in 1-7/8” and 2” primary diameters, provided with high-flow catalytic converters and full 3” exhaust piping up to the factory muffler, and come standard with a limited lifetime warranty.

     

    When comparing the Stainless Works header systems to the all-new Stainless Power offerings we will quickly find that these two products are more similar than they are different.  Stainless Power header systems for the 2016+ Camaro are similarly constructed from 304 stainless steel material, provided with the same high-flow catalytic converters for emissions compliance, and produce nearly identical performance gains and sound once installed.

     

    The differentiating factors that help in providing these benefits at a reduced cost are that the Stainless Power systems are constructed overseas, only offered in a 1-7/8” primary diameter and come with short connection pipes that connect the aftermarket system to the vehicle’s stock exhaust just after the catalytic converters.  After installing several of these systems through our staged performance package offerings we have been able to set our customers up with a system that provides amazing results while also saving them money that they can use towards other modifications. 

     

    With all of these amazing benefits at a competitive price point it is easy to see why the Stainless Power brand is our number one choice in long-tube headers for late model Camaros, Mustangs, Challengers, and more.  Give us a call today and let our team of performance consultants show you how Stainless Power headers can take the performance of your Camaro to the next level!

     

    *Actual performance results will vary based on the final configuration of the vehicle.

     

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  • Mopar: Naturally Aspirated Staged Packages for 6.4L Hemi Explained

    Mopar: Naturally Aspirated Staged Packages for 6.4L Hemi Explained

     
    DYNO SHOOTOUT: Each of our Naturally Aspirated Staged Packages for 6.4L Hemi explained, installed & tuned, and put to the test back-to-back!
     
    Follow along in the shop as we take this 2021 Dodge Challenger R/T Scat Pack from showroom stock, to Stage-1, Stage-2, and Stage-3, with results highlighted throughout. Below are the contents of each Package covered:
    Baseline Dyno – 430whp | 430 lb/ft
     
    Stage-1 Package
    JLT Performance Series-II air-intake system
    • National Speed in-house ECU/PCM unlock (for 2015-2021 models)
    • SmartAccess cable (for 2018-2021 models)
    • Optional JLT Performance air-oil separator
    • Optional MotoRad 180° thermostat
    Stage-1 Results: Peak power output of 452whp | 458 lbft & maximum gains @ 4100RPM of 53whp | 65 lb/ft 
     
     
    Stage-2 
    • All Stage-1 contents, plus:
    • Stainless Works Stainless Power 1.875″ primary ID long-tube headers
    • OEM Mopar exhaust manifold gaskets
    Stage-2 Results: Peak power output of 462whp | 464 lbft & maximum gains @ 4200RPM of 54whp | 67 lb/ft 
     
     
    Stage-3
    • All Stage-1 & Stage-2 contents, plus:
    • COMP Cams Stage-2 HRT 273° camshaft
    • COMP Cams phase limiter
    • COMP Cams pushrods
    • COMP Cams Beehive valve springs
    • COMP Cams steel retainers
    • COMP Cams locks
    • COMP Cams spring seats
    • COMP Cams valve seals
    • NGK Spark Plugs LZTR6AIX-13 spark plugs
    • OEM Mopar SRT Hellcat hydraulic valve lifters
    • OEM Mopar SRT Hellcat engine oil pump
    • OEM Mopar gaskets & seals
    • OEM Mopar fasteners
    • OEM Mopar coolant
    • Mobil1 0W-40 synthetic engine oil
    • Lucas Oil Zinc-Plus break-in oil additive
    • Optional OEM Mopar SRT Hellcat 92mm throttle body
    • Optional ported OEM intake manifold
    Stage-3 Results: Peak power output of 488whp | 487 lbft & maximum gains @ 4300RPM of 81whp | 98 lb/ft (100 Degree Dyno Room Conditions)

     

     

  • 2021 Dodge Charger R/T Scat Pack – Stage 1 NA Package

    2021 Dodge Charger R/T Scat Pack – Stage 1 NA Package

    Lance brought us his 2021 Dodge Charger R/T Scat Pack for our Stage-1 package! This setup adds noticeable performance, engine induction noise, and can be done in less than a day! Fantastic starting point for any Mopar vehicle.
     
    Package contents below:
    JLT Performance air-intake system
    • National Speed in-house ECU unlock
    • SmartAccess cable
    • Custom calibration via HP Tuners
     
    With the mechanical work wrapped up in the shop by Dylan, Matt strapped her down to the rollers for a custom calibration by Vlad via HP Tuners. With 93 octane in the tank, Vlad increased the 6.4L Hemi’s output to 470.24whp & 483.17lbft. Freakishly strong performance for a 6.4L Hemi with the modifications performed!

  • 2021 Subaru WRX – Bolt-Ons & Performance Calibration

    2021 Subaru WRX – Bolt-Ons & Performance Calibration

    Jonathan brought us his 2021 Subaru WRX for some bolt-on performance and to get the FA20DIT dialed in by Vlad via COBB Tuning’s Accessport V3!
     
    Modifications below:
    IAG Performance Street Series air-oil separator
    COBB Tuning 3-port electronic boost control solenoid
    GrimmSpeed J-pipe with high-flow catalytic converter
    Eibach Pro-Kit lowering springs
     
    With the mechanical work wrapped up in the shop by Alex, Matt strapped her down to the rollers for Vlad to perform a custom calibration via COBB Tuning‘s Accessport V3. With 93 octane in the tank, Vlad increased the FA20DIT’s output to 297.66awhp & 336.36lbft! Great foundational modifications for some octane and more boost down the line.

  • 2018 Dodge Challenger Daytona – Stage 3 NA Package

    2018 Dodge Challenger Daytona – Stage 3 NA Package

    Mike brought us his 2018 Dodge Challenger Daytona to have the 5.7L Hemi equipped with our Stage-3 NA package!
     
    Modifications below:
    • National Speed in-house ECU/PCM unlock
    • SmartAccess cable
    JLT Performance Series II cold-air intake system
    JLT Performance 3.0 air/oil separator
    Stainless Works Stainless Power 1.875″ primary ID long-tube headers with high-flow catalytic converters
    • Optional Borla Exhaust ATAK exhaust system
    COMP Cams Stage-2 HRT 273° camshaft
    COMP Cams phase limiter
    COMP Cams valve seats, valve seals, valve springs, valve retainers & locks
    Manley Performance Products, Inc. chromoly pushrods
    • MDS delete utilizing OEM Mopar components
    • OEM Hellcat lifters
    • OEM Hellcat engine oil pump
    NGK Spark Plugs LFR6AIX-11 spark plugs
    MotoRad 180° thermostat
    • All the miscellaneous OEM and aftermarket odds-and-ends to bring it all together
     
    With the mechanical work wrapped up in the shop by John, Matt strapped her down to the rollers for Vlad to perform a custom calibration via HP Tuners. With 93 octane in the tank, Vlad increased the 5.7L Hemi’s output to a solid 423.89whp & 419.19lbft!

  • 2016 Honda Civic Si – GTX3076R Turbocharger Install

    2016 Honda Civic Si – GTX3076R Turbocharger Install

    John brought us his 2015 Honda Civic Si to get the K24Z7 force fed and up to the 400whp mark! Setup below:
     
    Performed by us:
    PRL Motorsports, LLC Stage 2 turbocharger system
    Garrett – Advancing Motion GTX3076R turbocharger
    PRL Motorsports, LLC air-intake system
    PRL Motorsports, LLC front-mount intercooler
    PRL Motorsports, LLC down-pipe
    • GESi G-Sport GEN2 UHO EPA compliant catalytic converters
    SpeedFactory Tuning & Fabrication 3-port electronic boost control solenoid
    Hondata 4bar MAP sensor
    DeatschWerks 340lph DW300C in-tank fuel pump
    Injector Dynamics ID1050x fuel injectors
    Advanced Clutch Technology XTSS clutch assembly
    AEM Performance Electronics X-Series UEGO wideband controller
    NGK Spark Plugs KR7DIX-11S spark plugs
     
    With the mechanical work wrapped up in the shop by Michael, John strapped her down to the rollers for Vlad to perform a custom calibration via Hondata Flash Pro. With 93 octane in the tank, and the Garrett GTX3076R delivering ~15psi, Vlad increased output to a solid 400.85whp & 372.13lbft! These FG4 Civics absolutely RIP at this power level!

  • 2016 Subaru WRX – IAG Stage 1 FA20DIT Short Block

    2016 Subaru WRX – IAG Stage 1 FA20DIT Short Block

    Ikimba brought us his 2016 Subaru WRX for our IAG short block package to get the FA20DIT built and ready for more reliable power!
     
    Modifications performed by us:
    IAG Performance Stage 1 FA20DIT short block
    ARP 2000 series cylinder head studs
    Killer B Motorsport Ultimate engine oil pickup tube
    IAG Performance Street Series air/oil separator
    NGK Spark Plugs ILKAR8H6 spark plugs
    Advanced Clutch Technology Streetlite flywheel
    • OEM Subaru timing components, timing cover with engine oil pump, engine oil pan, and engine oil cooler assembly
    • All the miscellaneous OEM Subaru gaskets, seals, and components to complete the installation
     
    Existing modifications:
    • Boost Lab TD06SL2-54X turbocharger
    • GrimmSpeed 3-port electronic boost control solenoid
    • Mishimoto air-intake system
    • COBB Tuning J-pipe with EPA compliant GESi G-Sport catalytic converter
    • COBB Tuning exhaust system
    • AMS Performance front-mount intercooler
    • COBB Tuning Flex Fuel conversion
     
    With the mechanical work wrapped up in the shop, Matt strapped her down to the rollers for Vlad to perform a custom calibration via COBB Tuning’s Accessport V3. With 93 octane in the tank, Vlad increased the FA20DIT’s output to 342.31awhp & 313.02lbft! We’ll see this car back shortly for E85 numbers, but with the Boost Lab TD06 in place, we expect to see some stellar results!

  • 2017 Chevrolet Camaro SS – Whipple 2.9L

    2017 Chevrolet Camaro SS – Whipple 2.9L

    Steve brought us his 2017 Chevrolet Camaro SS for it’s third round of work! The goal with this project was to safely hit the 700whp mark on 93 octane, and lay the groundwork for more power down the road. The solution? Our LT1 drop-in pistons & connecting rods package! Full build details below:
     
    Performed by us:
    • Whipple Superchargers 2.9L Gen-III W175ax modified to work with LT4 HPFP
    • Whipple Superchargers 2.750″ upper supercharger pulley
    • ATI Performance Products Super Damper
    • Gates HD Fleetrunner Micro-V “Green” belt
    • Gwatney Performance Innovation drop-in pistons & connecting rods
    • OEM GMPP Corvette C5.R/C6.R/C7.R timing chain
    • Cam Motion oil passage block-off plugs
    • Brian Tooley Racing valve spring set
    • Brian Tooley Racing push rods
    • Brian Tooley Racing trunnion roller upgrade
    • Brian Tooley Racing 160° thermostat
    • ARP Pro Series cylinder head stud kit
    • Johnson Lifters 2110 hydraulic roller lifters
    • Gen-IV LSx lifter guide plate
    • OEM GM Gen-V LT4 fuel pump with lash properly set
    • OEM GM Gen-V LT4 140.70lb/hr fuel injector
    • OEM Camaro ZL1 low-pressure fuel pump
    • DSX Tuning auxiliary fuel pump system
    • Stainless Works 1.875″ primary ID long-tube headers
    • GESi G Sport UHO (Ultra High Output) EPA compliant catalytic converter cores
    • MSD Performance 8.5mm spark plug wires
    • Design Engineering, Inc. Protect-A-Boot sleeves
    • NGK Spark Plugs LTR7IX-11 spark plugs
    • Roto-Fab air-intake system
    • Nick Williams 103mm throttle body
    • OEM GM 3bar MAP sensor
    • StopTech Sport slotted front & rear brake rotors
    • Hawk Performance ceramic brake pads
    • BMR Suspension rear cradle lockout bushings
    • BMR Suspension upper control arms
     
    Work performed prior to us:
    • Custom grind camshaft with 32% fuel pump lobe
    • Ported cylinder heads
    • Aftermarket torque converter with 3,500rpm stall speed
     
    With the mechanical work wrapped up in the shop, John strapped her down to the rollers for Vlad to perform a custom calibration via HP Tuners! With 93 octane in the tank, and the Whipple 2.9L delivering ~15 psi, Vlad increased the LT1’s output to a solid 799.24whp & 765.98lbft! We’re looking forward to seeing this 6th Gen back for more in the future!

  • 2017 Mustang GT – Stage 2 Whipple 3.0L Supercharger Package

    2017 Mustang GT – Stage 2 Whipple 3.0L Supercharger Package

    Collin brought us his 2017 Ford Mustang GT to have the Gen-II Coyote set up with our Stage-2 Whipple 3.0L package! Modifications below:
     
    Performed by us:
    Whipple Superchargers Gen-V 3.0L W185ax twin-screw supercharger system
    Whipple Superchargers 3.750″ upper supercharger pulley
    Whipple Superchargers billet Roval 132mm throttle body
    Whipple Superchargers air-intake system
    DeatschWerks 76lb/hr fuel injectors
    Modular Motorsports Racing – MMR billet oil pump gears
    Modular Motorsports Racing – MMR billet crankshaft sprocket
    JLT Performance 3.0 air/oil separator
    NGK Spark Plugs LTR7IX-11 spark plugs
     
    Pre-existing:
    Stainless Works 1.875″ primary ID long-tube headers with high-flow catalytic converters
    ROUSH Performance exhaust system
     
    With the mechanical work wrapped up in the shop by Dylan, John strapped her down to the rollers for a custom calibration by Vlad via HP Tuners. With 93 octane in the tank and the Whipple 3.0L delivering ~12psi, the Coyote’s output was increased to a solid 753.60whp & 594.57lbft!

  • 2019 Mustang GT – Stage 2 Whipple 3.0L Supercharger Package

    2019 Mustang GT – Stage 2 Whipple 3.0L Supercharger Package

    Mark brought us his 2019 Ford Mustang GT to have the Gen-III Coyote set up with our Stage-2 Whipple 3.0L package!
     
    Modifications performed below:
    Whipple Superchargers Gen-V 3.0L W185RF twin-screw supercharger system
    Whipple Superchargers 3.625″ upper supercharger pulley
    Whipple Superchargers billet Roval 132mm throttle body
    Whipple Superchargers air-intake system
    • Bosch 55lb/hr fuel injectors
    DeatschWerks DW400 in-tank low pressure fuel pump
    Modular Motorsports Racing – MMR billet oil pump gears
    Modular Motorsports Racing – MMR billet crankshaft sprocket
    Stainless Works 2.00″ primary-ID long-tube headers with high-flow catalytic converters
    • JLT Performance 3.0 air/oil separator
    • Driveshaft Shop 4.00″ aluminum one-piece driveshaft
    • Air Lift air-ride suspension
     
    With the mechanical work wrapped up in the shop by Timmy, John strapped her down to the rollers for Vlad to perform a custom calibration via HP Tuners. With 93 octane in the tank and the Whipple 3.0L delivering ~12psi, output increased to 748.68whp & 619.78lbft!