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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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  • Christopher’s C8 Corvette Stingray

    Christopher’s C8 Corvette Stingray

     As car enthusiasts, we customize nearly everything we can get our hands on. From cars and beyond, the passion to personalize and make something reflect who you are lives through us no matter the passion. 

    We see each car that we work on as a piece of art. Perfectly tailored for the owner’s needs and dreams. It was with this thought that we decided to start a new way to bring that National Speed personalization to our community; Wallpaper Wednesday. 

    Each Wednesday, we’ll be sharing a custom National Speed Wallpaper for both desktop and mobile, and easily downloaded below! Just right-click and “Save As”, or hold to save on mobile, to get these images saved and posted up as wallpapers on your phone or computer.

    This week, we’re featuring Christopher’s AWE Exhaust-equipped 2020 Chevrolet C8 Corvette Stingray, aptly personalized “prec8 it”. 

     

    Chevrolet C8 Corvette Stingray

     

    The AWE Tuning Touring Exhaust really brings the LT2 exhaust note to a new level, creating a roar from what was once a grumble. 

    Download the desktop and mobile wallpapers here and stay tuned for next week’s Wallpaper Wednesday.

  • Deeper into the 9’s with Sean’s 860WHP 2016 Camaro SS

    Deeper into the 9’s with Sean’s 860WHP 2016 Camaro SS

     

    Deeper into the 9’s we go, with an assiduous quest for 8’s!

    Sean has been a long time National Speed client and GM performance car fanatic, owning and restoring a gorgeous 1964 Nova SS, and for the past couple years, his dedicated performance car, a Mosaic Black Metallic 2016 Chevrolet Camaro SS. 

     

    For the latest evolution of Sean’s never-ending quest for more power, a simple goal was laid out: 850+whp on 93 octane.

    The car has lived through several iterations over the five years of Sean’s ownership, starting from a bone-stock, brand new platform straight from the dealership. While all was fine for a while, Sean had a craving for something more, and after spending multiple weekends at the dragstrip, the need for more power could not be contained. 

     

    With the original engine-out build yielding him some great results. throwing down a tire-slaying 9.98 quarter mile at Coastal Plains Raceway Park Dragway, it was clear the existing setup needed to be updated. Unable to suppress the desire to see how far we could really push the LT1, a plan was set in place to completely tear down and rebuild the 6.2L LT1...for the second time.

     

     

    With the Camaro back in the shop, our Performance Technician, John, made quick work pulling the engine from the car, tearing it down to the bare short block. From there, he meticulously gapped each piston ring to the exact spec needed and in went a Gwatney Performance Innovation complete drop-in piston & rod package. This specific package includes Diamond Pistons 2618 pistons with rings, Callies Performance Products 6.125″ connecting rods, connecting rod bearings, heavy duty wrist pins, locks, and rings. To compliment the new pistons and rods installed, in went a custom designed 5150 billet-core VVT camshaft from Cam Motion.

    While John was working away on the bottom end, we tapped the great team at Gwatney Performance Innovation again for their ported cylinder head service and installation of Brian Tooley Racing valve spring set. Once the heads were finished with their revamp, John finished up the engine internals with a COMP Cams high pressure fuel pump lash cap, OEM LS7 rocker arm pad, and all the various gaskets and seals to complete the installation.

     

    Maguson Supercharged LT1 Engine

     

    With the internals beefed up and the motor dropped back in, it was time to work on some more power! While Sean was able to make a solid 740.05whp & 694.24lbft on E50 at only ~12.5psi on his old setup, a Magnuson Superchargers Heartbeat TVS2300 supercharger, we decided to up the ante and go with an even bigger setup from Magnuson Superchargers, the Magnum DI TVS2650R! To dial in more boost, a smaller upper pulley was needed, so John swapped out the existing upper pulley for a smaller 80mm unit, then added a 103mm SD103LTX throttle body upgrade from Williams Performance, allowing the most amount of air into the TVS2650R. Finishing up the engine build, John installed a set of LTR7IX-11 spark plugs from NGK Spark Plugs attached to a set of premium spark plug wires from Katech

     

    2016 Chevrolet Camaro SS Wheel

     

    With the drivetrain set, it was time to figure out how to get the power to the ground. The stock wheels, control arms, and wheel & brake hub setup were all removed and replaced with a 15” conversion from Carlyle Racing. The stock set was quickly replaced with a set of gorgeous WELD Racing 15×10 S71B Non Beadlock wheels wrapped in Mickey Thompson Performance Tires & Wheels 275/60/15 ET Street S/S radials. To help the car stage correctly and to get heat into those new meaty tires, a line lock kit from SJM Manufacturing, Inc. was installed allowing the front brakes to lock up independently from the rear brakes.

     

    With all the parts installed and mechanical work wrapped up in the shop by John, our Calibration Assistant, Matt, strapped her down to the rollers for Vlad to perform a custom calibration via HP Tuners. With 93 octane in the tank and the Magnuson TVS2650R delivering around 16psi, Vlad and the National Speed team were able to increase the LT1’s output to a kick-ass 863.71whp & 742.04lbft!

     

    2016 Chevrolet Camaro SS on Dyno

     

    For Sean, power has come in stages, originally seeing 546.80whp & 545.77lbft with bolt-ons, 740.05whp & 694.24lbft with the first build, and now with the current setup, 863.71whp & 742.04lbft! With the factory direct-injection system being the only limiting factor in this build, the temptation to switch over to LS-based port-injection is already on Sean’s mind. Hopefully we will see him back here for more fueling upgrades and tap into the 900-1000whp range, finally reaching his goal of 8 second quarter mile times!

     

    Reach out to National Speed today to see what we can do for you!

     

  • Crazy Motor Swaps: LS1 Skyline and 2JZ Camaro

    I think I’ve officially seen it all…

    Sure, swapping a Chevy motor into a fox body is old news, but how about a Chevy LS1 with a pair of turbochargers hanging off of it? In an R34 Nissan Skyline. Or how about the reversal of that and throwing a 2JZ-GTE into a First Gen Camaro. What the ‘eff is going on around here? I know this may be old news to some, but I’m going to cover the Skyline and a particular other vehicle anyways.

    National Speed - LS1 TT Skyline Images

    The GT Autosound LS1 TT R34. Might be a mouthful, but I’ll be damned if it isn’t a handful as well. Some may call it a sacrilege, but I just call it badass. Do what you gotta do to make power in my opinion. Sure, you can make all the top end power in the world with an RB26, but since this car is used for drifting, it needs all the torque it can make. I do believe the Chevy LS1 fits that bill. Small block torque with a turbocharged punch up top? Yes please. 800+ lbs/ft of Torque FTW.

    National Speed 2JZ Camaro FrontNational Speed - 2JZ Camaro Engine bay

    If that wasn’t odd enough, how about a reversal of the last car. How about a fully built single snailed 2JZ-GTE motor from a MKIV Supra popped into a……..’67 CAMARO?! If the last one didn’t get people into an uproar, surely this one must. I have to honestly say though, regardless of powerplant, this is one of the cleanest works I’ve ever seen. Blending newschool with the oldschool, this EVS Motors built Camaro not only packs a 1,000+HP punch, but but also has a completely custom interior, Navigation, Power windows, Rear view camera, HIDs, and a completely custom sound system.

    You never know what you’re going to find nowadays, and I’m curious as to what is to come of the future. I think in the future once people realize you can think out of the box for vehicle swaps there will be a surge of new powerplants in inconspicuous vehicles. LSX Powered 240sx?…. Mmmmmm.