What to do next? Budget is 15k

**2001ws6ta** · 09-30-2014, 03:52 PM

My quote included FMIC. And I do plan to pay the $200 extra for a polished plenum. What do you think about the "Procharger big Red Valve"? I heard it's worth getting, it's an extra $400. I also plan on gauges as well.

**35th-ANV-SS** · 09-30-2014, 04:39 PM

I have big red

As far as polished plenum...you won't have a plenum if you get a FMIC. The plenum is for the twin intercoolers. Take a look at my build thread. Google "My Procharger Build - Kinda".

**2001ws6ta** · 09-30-2014, 06:06 PM

Oh ok, I see......

Just briefly skimmed through your thread. Wow some great pics, and good info! Too bad I'm not closer, I would definitely bring it to your guy. Do you know if polished tubing is available for the procharger?

**35th-ANV-SS** · 09-30-2014, 06:29 PM

I'm the same distance from Fort Wayne as you, but I understand. All he does is supercharger and turbo builds. He would probably save you a ton on install, and has his own custom fabricators for piping, etc. He could likely do a custom system to your liking for cheaper than a standard install at a shop. Just throwing it out there. He's not "my guy", just someone that was highly recommended by the best LS1 tuner on the planet lol.

**35th-ANV-SS** · 09-30-2014, 06:31 PM

Through ATI - I'm not sure. I opted for the carbon steel piping that's painted. I would like to do polished Aluminum at some point though

**2001ws6ta** · 09-30-2014, 06:33 PM

Do you know where to get the polished aluminum?

**35th-ANV-SS** · 09-30-2014, 06:39 PM

You'd likely have to have it fabricated at a shop.

**35th-ANV-SS** · 09-30-2014, 06:41 PM

The "kit" isn't plug and play. You will require some fabrication "on the fly" work...which is why it's better to work with someone that fully understands the setup and application.

**2001ws6ta** · 09-30-2014, 07:31 PM

The shop that I'm going to, has done many procharger kits for LS1's so it shouldn't be a problem.

I've noticed some guys have their license plate insert removed to show the intercooler. What are your thoughts on that?

**35th-ANV-SS** · 09-30-2014, 08:25 PM

The more air to/across the FMIC, the better.

**35th-ANV-SS** · 09-30-2014, 08:28 PM

Is it Speed Inc?

**2001ws6ta** · 10-01-2014, 07:20 AM

Yes

**2001ws6ta** · 10-01-2014, 04:47 PM

They're only about an hour away from me. They definitely know their stuff, and especially LS1 F-Body's

**35th-ANV-SS** · 10-01-2014, 04:49 PM

I had some work done there in the past.

**2001ws6ta** · 10-01-2014, 04:55 PM

Oh nice......

Yeah I'm looking forward to the build. A few years ago I thought about selling my 01' WS6. But I'm glad I didnt. I love my car, and my only regret is not getting manual.

The only reason I chose automatic, was because my car prior, was a 96' LT-1 and I drove it year round, and got sick of manual.

**35th-ANV-SS** · 10-01-2014, 05:13 PM

Pros and cons of each really.

**2001ws6ta** · 10-01-2014, 05:32 PM

That is true, I agree.

**2001ws6ta** · 10-01-2014, 07:20 PM

About the Procharger Bypass Valve, I've read it's worth the buy. But I akao read a few negative reviews. What would you say?

**35th-ANV-SS** · 10-03-2014, 02:06 PM

I have had mine installed since May 2011. No issues to date. It is loud. I think there are two different options for it. Would have to research again as it's been awhile.