Forged LT1 with Fueling Upgrades - 2016-2024 Camaro SS

Phase 3 has come to an end CP forged pistons, new LT4 and DSX fuel system, completed BMR suspension, new Drive Shaft Shop axles and a custom catch can breather. Dyno results, first drive and a lot more!
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[@visionz_n_media]

Love everything you've done with the SS. What you have done with your car inspired me to get the camaro earlier this year. Keep up the great videos bro.

[@TheSupermonkeymaster]

Get the 2.0t Camaro.

[@dztransportsinc1018]

Your car has been one of my favorite to see updates on specially because I own a six gen camaro I really like your content thanks for the videos.

[@Lethalgarage]

Thank you!

[@jushoppy8255]

Hey, just started watching your videos. I love everything you've done with your SS. You inspired me to get the​ Camaro. I just placed an order for a 2018 2SS, 1LE. Waiting for GM to accept my order and start production on my car. I probably wouldn’t get it until March of 2018 but it would be worth the wait. Keep up the great videos bro.

[@blown9646]

Car rips, very nice! I have R888s that are done as well. The magic of them wears off after a season

[@n8_1le10]

Congrats brothe, Love watching the progress. Keep up the great videos.

[@Lethalgarage]

Will do.

[@Donesan707]

The sound is amazing!!! Wow

[@adams733]

I’ve spent so much time on your channel. I need myself a 1LE. Keep up the awesome vids.

[@Lethalgarage]

DOIT

[@Instrumentator23]

Baddest SS on youtube!

[@REDZ28won]

Dont know that. Never seen him race at the track. What dies it run in the 1/4?

[@TheSupermonkeymaster]

Should have gotten a better tune.

[@gabea.458]

Awesome. Not going to make SEMA this year. When you go to the Chevy Performance booth tell them we want a factory forward looking camera. They can probably use a lot of existing part #'s from the Corvette and it will drive business to the dealers so people can go there to get a reflash for the NAV/Monitor to add the front camera button. They owe it to everyone who bought their front extensions and lowering springs!

[@that6thgen_2ss35]

Im with you I hate the way my car sounds on E. Since I still have the stock NPP going to catless Kooks it not only s quieter but it is way more raspy. I try to only put E in if I know I will be racing otherwise I keep 93 because it sounds so damn good :). Your car is gorgeous btw. I have a similar theme going on as you on my 6th gen but you have def spent alot more attention to detail than I have on the exterior and especially inside the engine bay. Well done sir.

[@speedstyl5126]

She's so pretty! You've really built her up nicely. All around great looking and the power would be perfect for me. Gunna go a similar route as you! 👍👍👍👍

[@joeclarke3557]

Sick ride Matt, congrats!

[@kcpulver1]

Been a great ride. Been here since you started. What a car.

[@Lethalgarage]

Thanks!

[@mikedgodwin]

Car sounds good! pulls like a beast too

[@wrighta56]

Sick! Congrats.

[@salvadorlopez-ol4ul]

The Lethal Camaro is so quick! and also sounds so good! They grow up so fast😢😭

[@Lethalgarage]

I just don;t want to see her get old.

[@domanick09]

Really good build and aesthetically looking too

[@Lethalgarage]

Thank you

[@ivanmarrero28]

Sweet Ride !!! Awesome that your going to the KZbin Callout !!!

[@Lethalgarage]

I am excited to go.

[@rschris]

Man it sounds good, I can tell you had to restrain yourself, too funny, but Unlimited Power !!!! Ahhaha man just awesome brother. Nice vid

[@Lethalgarage]

+CHRISTOPHER ROGERS ;)

[@Goodgame32]

Your car is jacked! Sounds like it’s popping popcorn!

[@ronaldturner7430]

Sick ride Bro! Obviously you aren't worried about the factory warranty. I was at on point. I'm gonna ProCharge my 17 Daytona in March!

[@Lethalgarage]

I ditch the worry long ago.

[@ronaldturner7430]

LethalGarage I'm gonna go ahead and get mine done

[@chaddenton9641]

Matt - Nice ride! I have it’s literal twin, but in black. Questions on the carbon fiber radiator shroud: Who makes that? Did it come w the separate panel above the headlight harness’s? Thanks!

[@WeFlyHereTV]

Loved it!

[@aliciashepherd9199]

Hi l just love your car but l have a question maybe you can help l have a 2017 camero and every so often the temperature gage just drops when lm driving on the highway do you have a idea what’s going on with that

[@chulo9477]

I have a 2018 SS ... Love ur videos and car. Need ur advice on what should I do first to my motor. Not trying to build a drag racer but don't want to get my ass handed to me neither lol. Help me out please

[@chadkinneer2728]

Wow, how could I have messed that up.. My bad bro... Nice video's BTW!

[@bravo9890]

He'll yea man can't wait to see it all ready to rock. I'm pushing 700rwhp on a dynojet. Just beat a 17 zl1 by .5 seconds in the 1/8

[@Lethalgarage]

+Black Dragn nice.

[@vrcmag]

Sounds great. Next time I come down to Temecula for an oil change I'll hit you up for a beer. Cheers.

[@Lethalgarage]

Sounds good.

[@CadillacSmith]

Shooting for the spring to pick up an ss and i want the car to be just like yours its awesome

[@Lethalgarage]

Awesome! Send me pics once you get it.

[@CadillacSmith]

wasn't expecting a reply that's cool, I will for sure im trying for the hyper blue with black rims

[@shaunjumawan9496]

how much power are you making with the small pulley.

[@RoadhogRNA]

Outstanding ride and work!!!! Thats a FINE Camaro!!!! I agree it is the Baddest SS on KZbin!!! (That's Street legal)!!!!

[@Lethalgarage]

He said Street Legal :)

[@damufornia1e11]

What's better, Procharger or Supercharger? Witch produce more power? Vs.Turbo Charger...

[@jessealcalarealtyone]

Love the ride man. What's the wheel offset and tire size?

[@coolchrisg100]

sweet baby Jesus... That pull after the upgrades..... Very nice.

[@eazerdaguay1408]

Nice car! 👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻

[@Beskar181]

Just wondering...why did you choose to go with a Camaro vs a Mustang/Challenger/Charger?

[@lorianwilliams5254]

I whould like to know how many G',s you are pulling?????

[@slothin21]

Have u considered upgrading your torque converter with all that power your putting down? Maybe it's just my luck but my A8 has had problems. Already had it in for the shaking and I get some rough shifts. I'm expecting to have to get that replaced st some point but the GM part itself seems to be shit if so many automatics having issues. You don't seem to have that though. Shit is shifting quick and pulls hard! So bad ass!

[@Lethalgarage]

It all comes down to the tune. I have been lucky to have Ryne Cunningham in my backyard. He has mentioned I should think about it, but so far it has been good.

[@jyreece]

If you get the cylinder heads you should look at the MSD intake manifold.

[@Lethalgarage]

Not currently looking at that.

[@MagicalWhiskers]

Nice build Matt. Have been following you since I picked up my own 17 A8 SS in June. I'm starting to get that modding itch now that I've gotten relatively used to what the car can do. Thinking about starting small, like a rotofab CAI. I wouldn't tune the car though because I really don't wanna void my warranty. Does the CAI increase power at the high end without taking away from that absolutely wonderful low end torque? I started throwing on a CAI and a 5mm larger throttle body on my previous car (14 mustang GT) and found the car to be kind of sluggish on the low end. Don't want to make the same mistake

[@Lethalgarage]

+MagicalWhiskers just get a drop in filter as you will get a little low end torque loss

[@ixpol9163]

@lethalcamaro I found and bought a 2018 Camaro SS 1LE with a little over 4000 miles on it. It came with a ZL1 front end, side skirts, black side markers, roof wrapped to match hood, and line lock when I bought it off the lot. I immediately installed a P1SC-1 pro charger with stage 2 intercooler. The only other thing I did was the strut tower brace and changed the rear lights to the GM darks to match all the side markers. That was fun and all, but I recently bought all forged inners, cam, LT4 injectors, LT4 fuel pump, triple disc monster clutch, E85 sensor, 2” kooks long tube headers, one piece driveshaft rated for 1000+ and rear axles rated for 1000+. Oh yeah, roller rockers and a few other little goodies. I currently have 9500 on the odometer and can’t wait to get it back to see how it does. The tuner said I should be at around 850 RWHP. As in keeping with a track car, that’s the majority of what I may do. I enjoy your videos. Recently subbed. Oh yeah, I’m adding the P-3 gauge and Toyo R888’s while all my new goodies are being installed. Can’t wait to pick it up and see how it is. I did a lot at once so it should be a huge difference. Take care and happy driving. What state are you in? My only concern is that my car will no longer be legitimately street legal with the cat deletes(I’m from Cali) guess I’ll cross that road when I get to it

[@Lethalgarage]

I am in cali. My car is not legal :)

[@ixpol9163]

@@Lethalgarage I’m from Sac, what part of the state are you from? I only ask to see if we might end up at a car function together.

[@Lethalgarage]

@@ixpol9163 Temecula

[@ixpol9163]

@@Lethalgarage also, I bought the same size tires for the fronts as the F1’s that came on my car in the Toyos (285 30 20), but had to go 315 30 20 in the rear because Toyo only makes the 305 in 35 20 which seems too big. The 315’s are only like 3/8-1/2” taller overall. Do you see any need for spacing or moving the wiring harness on the drivers side rear for those? I watched your video on tire figment but I think you went a bit taller than I am, if I’m not mistaken.

[@ixpol9163]

@@Lethalgarage yeah, probably not then. Lol

[@charlesbutcher7843]

What is you cam spec’s? And what torque Converter?

[@damonredman696]

What exhaust do you have ? Besides the long tube headers ? Mufflers ? X-pipe H ? Full length out the back ? Please tell sounds awesome!

[@Lethalgarage]

Full Stainless Works

[@SneakerStyles]

I own a Mustang but Jesus Christ I love this build 😂😂😂

[@MajorWay.]

whats your 0-60 now?

[@chuco425]

when you say track do you mean road course or drag strip? r888 are more for road course than straight line because of the stiff sidewalls

[@Lethalgarage]

Both. I have a set radials incoming.

[@OnlinecarshowNet1]

You come to Houston we are racing bud!

[@McFlegmato]

Heey do you have to break in the engine new if you change pistons and the things you did?

[@Lethalgarage]

You want to pistons to seat well, but no longer term break-in needed.

[@MainStreetCustoms33513]

Car is badass my friend

[@Lethalgarage]

+Main Street Customs 33513 thanks

[@ishappens]

Hello Lethal, I got to say that Camaro of yours is becoming a beast. I have just a question. Did you get a BMR package for your suspension or did you just get individual parts?

[@Lethalgarage]

+Ismael Batista I got each part individually as some are adjustable and some are not

[@dominickirkwood]

I love it

[@Goodgame32]

So Matt... how much did Cunningham charge for your engine upgrade?

[@ZiXXeriAN]

Hey Lethal are you still running the full Stainless Works catback exhaust? If so, which headers are you running also? Thanks!

[@Lethalgarage]

All Stainless Works

[@michaelalawneh4915]

In one of your earlier videos you mentioned that this was not the original "Lethal Camaro". The first car had factory paint issue's. So some how you managed to get a replacement Camaro. My Camaro has what the dealer is calling Rail Dust which is eating the paint. Caused during shipping of the car. What was your process in getting the dealer to switch/ replace the car?

[@Lethalgarage]

+Michael Alawneh my.paint was falling off my car. I noticed issues and had them nite it before I left the dealer. They were I the hook to fix it from the start.

[@kenster865]

Matt, you mentioned that the tranny's lower gear ratios got changed to deal with the extra torque. That makes perfect sense. For your own knowledge and your followers here (like me!) what are the old gear ratios and the new ones? I would think you'd want to know that, and this curious mind is interested too. ;)

[@ITALIANBOYGAMER]

That sound is so fucking good!!!!

[@Anthonylsa11]

Burnout 🤤

[@Lethalgarage]

Its coming.

[@kasane3757]

What kind of upgrades do you suggest a 1lt should get. I'm not by any means well off on money but I am planning to save up for some upgrades in the future and wondering what would be something to really look into when uograding from absolute stock base model pull me over red 1lt v6

[@maniijuan]

Kasane trade it in for a ss

[@kasane3757]

maniijuan would if i could afford Insurance im hardly hanging in there being 20 and with a v6 on the insurance plus car payments

[@kasane3757]

Trevon Adams thats true though I am just so new to this stuff and wanted some pointers. Considering now that I am keeping my car for life most likely (or try to as best as I can keep it that long) would like to put on any upgrades that would go good on a 1LT v6 camaro. Not put SS Seats or wheel or anything from other trim models. I want it to be my own build my own car. Unique by being simple but in the way it was made to be. A 1LT Camaro with a V6 engine.

[@kirbyreynolds6565]

I couldn't tell if the timing cover came off. Did you keep the stock crank? What brand pistons/rods did you buy? Were they balanced?

[@Lethalgarage]

Stock crank as it is forged, CP piston/rod combo and yes balanced

[@kirbyreynolds6565]

LethalGarage thanks. I'm guessing this setup: cunningham-motorsports.com/products_single.php?c=&p=1290350a8d1049dd869e7a49a4bbcfecd6d8a275

[@CamaroThings]

Super happy for you man ^_^ #racecar

[@ddn79]

F1-94A!!!

[@calvingrover4002]

We're the pistons/rods just drop in?! I saw they didn't have the block out. I have been told even with GPI's drop in kit, that the block should be removed and sent to a machine shop. Have you had any issues? I know you've run it a bit. Thanks!

[@Lethalgarage]

They honed the block in the car. Zero issues with the drop-ins here.

[@calvingrover4002]

@@Lethalgarage thank you for the reply!

[@philiplubduck6107]

I'm interested in knowing the new 0-60 and the difference in lap times of the built ss against the normal ss.

[@Lethalgarage]

We shall see.

[@tylerdavis4011]

Did they do your pistons with the motor in the car?

[@Lethalgarage]

They did.

[@NA-du5vm]

I never use tour mode. Sport for steering and suspension. Track for exhaust.

[@Lethalgarage]

+I Finn If you park your car and track mode it auto defaults to tour mode that’s the only reason my car is ever in tour

[@NA-du5vm]

LethalGarage yea I know. I have all my driving settings manually selected so it doesn't change after being parked. Your 6th gen is top notch. You should get the OEM black Camaro gas cover, I have it on mines. I'm not going all out like you did decided to keep her as is. It's Krypton Green with black stripes 2SS so I get a ton of points and stares. Got a simple video of it on my channel.

[@NA-du5vm]

LethalGarage the video is when I first got it. Now it's tinted 30% all around, the black OEM Camaro gas cover, black leather seat belt shoulder pads with Camaro embroidered and a black license plate cover that says 6.2 LT1. That's all. 🙂

[@michaelcardenas9566]

He'll yes!!! 1 question. What do you do when it's time to smog it?? That's 1 thing I'm scared of. Doing this then can't pass smog..

[@Lethalgarage]

If you can't figure that out, you shouldn't be doing things to your car ;)

[@michaelcardenas9566]

Weak sauce!! I know rules and regulations. But do you show up with all the parts number and papers. Or you have a buddy on the low.. or when you go in does the smog D.A.D (I think that's the name) pick up your tune or performance and red flag it. When they connect too it.. Now days hard to smog. Not everyone want to put the extra time check every part to see it's ok. Or chance it and get caught up.. where able to put a supercharge cause our years come with it. But then you need to go to the ref..

[@RizzyDrizzyNewSiNN]

That truck sounding like a jet tho 👀

[@hubblefubble1179]

Better install one of those racing harnesses! At this rate, those seatbelts won't hold you in. Lol!

[@errorerror3133]

Looks mean and even sounds meaner!

[@michaelgonzalez3208]

What's is your new 0-60 time

[@Lethalgarage]

+michael gonzalez that will be mostly unchanged especially with losing traction currently

[@dirtydracing4254]

I saw you trying to troll that 3000gt when you turned lol

[@Lethalgarage]

+DirtyD Racing 425 Me!?!? Never ;)

[@metalmeltdown31]

Why did you not get the CMS forged pistons and rods?

[@Lethalgarage]

+Sinister 6.2 ummmm. I did.

[@metalmeltdown31]

Sorry, I thought the CP pistons and what cunningham call the CMS drop in pistons were different.

[@TheBooty0512]

Dude you have to have your car on Matt Farah's One take show. I'm sure he will like the suspension

[@Lethalgarage]

He told me to hit him up once my build was done. Might do that soon.

[@thomascarrillo4548]

TheBooty0512 Who needs him?! I sure don’t need to hear what he says about this car. I can see this thing is BADASS on my own!

[@Haterade888]

You need to take that rig to the drag strip.

[@Lethalgarage]

+utengineer that is happening

[@cityconference5130]

How much did it cost to forge it

[@jfitz6561]

Shiner Bock? With ALL those awesome California breweries, ‘ya got Shiner Bock??

[@wbrown1123]

Does E85 get you better gas mileage than the suggested 93 premium?

[@Lethalgarage]

No. About 30-38% less

[@wbrown1123]

Good just doing some research before I join the Camaro family. I appreciate you and all the knowledge so far. You do a great job, keep it up!!!

[@Lethalgarage]

Thanks

[@jay.0621]

Fun announcements! like a built TR 6060 swap?!?

[@Lethalgarage]

Ha! Not sure about that.

[@b1le714]

So do you think if/when the 10 speed is available would you swap to it?

[@Lethalgarage]

Probably not.

[@b1le714]

LethalGarage well in any case I love the journey your taking the car looking forward to some 1/4 mile fun.

[@Lethalgarage]

+B 1LE It’s coming

[@b1le714]

LethalGarage any goals your trying for? And tires are you going to run with.

[@Lethalgarage]

+B 1LE tires to be revealed ;)

[@timothybahr893]

Always need more power

[@oscarcaballo4144]

Awesome 🤣🤣🤣

[@Bmackins94]

You should get the trans built

[@Lethalgarage]

+Bmackins94 Holding Strong for now

[@bmelgar92]

Can I take my 2017 2SS So you can install ACS composite spoiler with wicker bill? Lol

[@ricardogracia3152]

How tall are you matt?

[@Lethalgarage]

+Ricardo Gracia 6’5”

[@terrywalker9092]

Just started watching your build. I'm guessing you have almost $70, 000 in the car . Between what you paid and all the mods? Just curious.

[@Lethalgarage]

with the things we have changed over the years, I am more than that into it. But I am happy to say, over 5 years on YT, the revenue video's have provided has just about paid for the car.

[@terrywalker9092]

@@Lethalgarage I'm so happy that you have a external source to pay for your car. I'm a realists. I know that we're never going to get back half of what we put into a car. But it's for the love of a car we do it. Although I'll never put that much into a car. Maybe because I'm at least 25 years older than you, and I realize I need retirement income. Hopefully you will soon, and can retire much earlier than me!

[@darthuchiha385]

I honestly forgot, your engine is forged/built right?

[@Lethalgarage]

ummmm.... That was the main upgrade in this video.

[@darthuchiha385]

LethalGarage lmao. My bad I commented on the wrong the video my apologies. But are you doing anymore visual upgrades like a wrap?

[@Lethalgarage]

+Sagi Skins unknown

[@moshakra02]

Trying to convince my parents to let me get this as my first lmao

[@Lethalgarage]

+Morgan Shakra Good luck ;(

[@DaLizMs]

Seats say ZL1 am I right?

[@Lethalgarage]

Used too

[@johndonahue8020]

Lethal you should race nicks 2017 zl1 at the KZbin call out

[@Lethalgarage]

Unfortunately I will not have my car at the event.

[@johndonahue8020]

LethalGarage well damn that would of been a fun race to see

[@beastkill9252]

haha next mod wheeliebars ;)

[@Lethalgarage]

Right!?!

[@blusky1107]

Ever considered taking your car to the drag strip?

[@Lethalgarage]

+Grunt Considered? I will be

[@user-wo7rp6bc6t]

are you going to sell your car anytime soon? good video

[@Lethalgarage]

I plan to keep this car until it dies.

[@nibotkram7743]

How are those doughnuts from Mexico anyway?

[@Lethalgarage]

Pretty good.

[@Crankone]

you need more power and you will, LOL your almost exactly the same as my Camaro with forged so add the power, careful your weak link is the same as mine the tranny. I have pushed mine past what the tranny can take, I have mine tuned down but we are adding Meth smallest pulley and tune then cross my fingers I dont pop the tranny but I probably will we will be at 900 hp when its all in place.

[@brentfortney5423]

A ticket waiting to happen.

[@Lethalgarage]

You can say that about all cars.

[@jamessteffen09]

That's one bad camaro.

[@kylefoster6795]

Pretty much stock

[@Lethalgarage]

+Kyle Foster 100%

[@JCunningham21]

2 years ago Build Complete LOL

[@Lethalgarage]

You missed the ? On that statement

[@crazypinoygarage9620]

Remember this video was shot in Mexico

[@donniebaynard8430]

Bending your bill is not complete.