LT1 Cam Install & Dyno | RPM S8 E33

On Today's Episode of the RPM Web Series, we finish up working on a CTS-V and we baseline a 2019 Camaro SS install our custom cam package on it and dyno tune it.
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[@LineMUp321]

Mechanics with Matt should be a segment on the show just for the little things that he does or has to do when working on cars. Legit the middle part of the video with him explaining stuff was really cool.

[@artagain8977]

Corey Wharton seriously. I have an 18 SS and given the cost of labor involved to do a cam on the LT1, it makes more sense just to bolt on performance mods like a supercharger and exhaust. Not quite the same power but pretty close and 1/3 less cost.

[@codyshubin1073]

@@artagain8977 idk what ur smokin but a supercharger is not 1/3rd of the cost. My whipple was $8000 and for that much money I could have my whole motor built max effort n/a

[@That_Corvette_Guy]

Really enjoy Matt showing the breakdown of the cam phaser and how it works! It’s the little things in life 😁🤘

[@snoopergnar3719]

This video was extremely helpful in convincing my wife we need a heads cam package for our 18 1SS manual. Matt’s next project should help even more.

[@ramadonscamaro]

American Racing Headers is the way to go . Quite expensive but it will be better performance . Its way better than kooks and the other brands . Im at 467 rwhp and 482 torque in my 19 ss auto with Rotofab Cai and E85 . Im gonna do a can swap next month with blower and its gonna hit a extra 100 rwhp just with the cam swap

[@dballard74]

i'm a mustang fan at heart but love most anything performance related. i really love watching the videos you guy put out because unlike most youtubers, you actually show a lot of the actual work involved so thanks

[@ericlanegen]

dballard74 same here. Btw, if you haven’t test drove the newest mustang gt in a stick yet. You must. The shifter feels so good and the revs sound great. Want to go test drive a as Camaro with a stick for comparison

[@heathpalmer1065]

Watching this show on the tube has helped me a lot when it comes to the small things that need to be done or known. Knowing the difference of the front cover getting off LT vs the LS.

[@Nicktheguy24]

The orange on that camaro looks sick af 🍊🔥

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[@MrWuWatt]

I went out for a burger one time and bumped into that guy with the black 1LE you guys did and I was blown away. Then again out at the track, the car is sick, great job. (Im Canadian)

[@jimmyphillips3898]

All jokes aside, you guys have a serious team! They make every job look like a cake walk! Much respect ✌️✌️🤘🤘

[@camerondavis2639]

I could listen to a cammed lt1 all day sooooo beautiful

[@diddylx50]

As a Coyote guy, i'm completely jealous of how the Orange 19 LT1 sounds. That cam install was worth every penny.

[@Alaxel55]

Im kinda of jealous of the 2018 mustangs making close to 500 hp with simple bolt ons

[@appalachianturf814]

Gains weren't that great but good for NA I suppose

[@6.2Slomaro]

Alexis Estrada foreal I wish LT1 can do the same 😢

[@jasonreyna7615]

I’m a Camaro guy, but wouldn’t mind the new 5.0. The only thing keeping me away is a cam swap costing more than double the amount and there’s no way in hell would I be rolling around with a “ghost” cam tune.

[@jasonreyna7615]

Appalachian Turf expected gains on stock heads. Look at the torque curve. With heads he’ll be nicely in the 500rwhp range, but peak numbers don’t always win the races

[@troycode78]

Totally blue-balled us with the CTS-V

[@fasnuf]

Maybe they'll continue it tomorrow. I'm waiting....

[@cisco9027]

Nothing like watching people do things I can’t do would take my car here to this shop in a heart beat.

[@jamest7485]

Hey these guys started somewhere. A lot of time and effort and you can be doing cam installs with relative ease.

[@larrynewberry3500]

Nice job on the Camaro. Want to see the numbers on the next one getting heads and cam pkg. Thanks

[@Lance.West4]

I figured out the trick to get the pan off without dropping the cradle or unbolting any motor mounts or trans mounts.. I actually found it out of ignorance and luck but it's beautifully simple when you figure it out

[@trayvonoliver7370]

Love this video I never seen one of the 6th gen Camaro engine completely taken apart I love it

[@wythetrumpet6419]

That was really a great video! I like seeing all that work detail along with explaining! Keep up the good work!!!

[@fervar17]

I’m a bmw guy and yes it’s the vanos lol. I enjoy watching y’all.

[@wesleybeeson1818]

Man I learned so much from that engine tear down!!!

[@chief3378]

I now you won't see this but Matt did a great job on cam timing bad ass video

[@jaredthisdelle5617]

Team work makes the dream work boiz

[@MrLightning54]

That's cool you didn't sacrifice much, if any low rpm tq with new cam package, and also considering the locked cam timing, good results!

[@joetaylor5113]

Why did the black car make 530 and this one only 495 with the same cam and intake?

[@RelentlessDH]

Matt does good work! Thanks for showing this I learned a lot.

[@Stupidboi1]

Damn, I did not realize you have to remove half the engine for these newer LT1’s. My old LS3, 2, 1, 6, etc where all very easy and quick.

[@Christopher.dreamless]

This video helped me decide between hellcat and SS.... SS it is!!

[@appalachianturf814]

I loved this video! Thank you! If you were closer, I'd have you do my build, but VR will complete.

[@roccobaggiossi3545]

You only have to pull the pan if youre doing an oil pump. If not, no need to drop the pan or pull the engine. That's just added work

[@v10tt]

Thanks, was always curious.

[@seminole715]

I love your stuff guy's, I really look forward to the videos!! Thanks!

[@codyshubin1073]

That’s funny I have a 2019 1LE that’s headers/intake/tune and when you guessed 455 I was like ain’t no way I make 429 wheel on the same mods. Turned out he made exactly what I make lol

[@Stupidboi1]

This LT1 1LE had in the beginning, headers, heads and cai, the added cam correct? I see a Katech block and new heads.

[@302vettelife2]

I have Speed Engineering headers and Xpipe. Great fitment on the headers, but you have to weld up the X pipe. 2 years, no issues.

[@JLC87420]

14:00 all of that information was very useful.

[@maj.kamper9314]

Good sh!t as usual. Keep up the killer work guys.

[@dominickirkwood]

I love it my guys rpm keep up the work and love video and I love Camero 1le beautiful lot true and CTS-V

[@SaigaHTX]

Geesh sweet rides and upgrades!💪🏽🤤🔥 awesome work guys!

[@Sonicaceman]

Holy job to do that cam. 😳 front clip, heads intake, oil pan, timing cover…. Geesh that is a job, great gains and it sounds badass but dang how Much did this cost? Thousands for sure. Great result, mechanics know their shit and are very meticulous which is what I would want when having someone do a job like that in my vehicle. Great job. I’ve always been int Mustangs but these new GM vehicles are pretty awesome

[@RoadRunners285]

22:40 is the reason I subscribed today LOL

[@marcmaartenful]

How much was the cam and install on the 1le?

[@funkerpakos1]

Simple question why you removed the cylinder heads ? There is no pressure on the lifter so can easily remove install the cam without taking off heads and pan. Thanks

[@RaceProvenMotorsports]

We replace the lifters

[@Nate_104]

Not many will understand how smart Eric and Matt are....

[@crystalmalek7129]

So true.

[@181le6]

This might be a stupid question, I'm not sure how this system works, but the cam lockout block that was installed, this doesn't cause a balance issue? I would think each slot would get a block to keep it balanced?

[@RaceProvenMotorsports]

Nothing needs to be “balanced” with a cam or anything related to it.

[@keefespencer1173]

It was almost like every time Steve or Matt was talking Eric decided to run an impact or air tools lol

[@howardnoe4592]

Nice show man wonder when you guys will get a new 2020 Corvette I have a 17 SS with in the next 2 years i will be bringing my car to you guys to do some work look to just get up to about 700hp and suggestion on a package

[@mattdagger1480]

I kno speed engineering stuff is cheaper. But I’ve had them on my cammed 16 Sierra for about 2 years and 60k miles with no issues. Still look new under the hood. I’m curious how they will hold up with boost tho

[@keefespencer1173]

Steve I know the shop don't ever work on the Copo's but you should do a special video on them anyway so everyone can see what they are all about do the comparison on the different engine and trans set ups and the comparison on the Copo's with and without the Drag Pak option and debut all the new John Force editions that they have now

[@kirks22m]

Not that you guys give a shit. but really enjoy when you guys showed some more of the technical stuff. Or whats really involved in doing the cam install etc.

[@griffinreid3627]

For one of these how much would a cam and tune be.

[@precisiondiesel225]

A lot of manufacturers are doing away with gaskets, and using RTV type silicone. Honestly, I thinks best, the silicone lasts longer than a gasket, when done correctly.

[@kyplummer3657]

From what I’ve heard you don’t need the ported heads until you get up into the 600s

[@troyjones6758]

So when u trying to cam your car do you just buy one upgraded cam shaft ? Or 2

[@RaceProvenMotorsports]

There is only 1 cam in these engines

[@transam2002ws6]

That Camaro was super loud and so was that gen2 Cadillac CTS-V. I would be nice of there were aftermarket NPP exhaust systems. I thought Borla used to make some but can't find them anywhere. Especially for a Chevy SS. That way you can retain the factory settings on the exhaust. So you can be either super loud or neighbor friendly.

[@cali2468]

You can purchase it directly from Borla.

[@transam2002ws6]

@@cali2468 they don't make NPP for a Chevy SS and I don't know why. Been looking for anyone that make a set so I can retain the factory settings.

[@cali2468]

@@transam2002ws6 You commented how loud the Camaro was in your initial post so I thought that was what you were referring to.

[@transam2002ws6]

@@cali2468 no problem. I said especially the Chevy SS in the comment because you would assume that since the camaro, corvette, and G8 if I'm not mistaken all had NPP exhaust. That Borla would make them for the SS and G8 as well. I've searched all over the internet for my friends car and no luck what so ever

[@cemsengul16]

You have to admit the 2019-2020 Camaro SS is a beautiful car. This looks so much better than the droopy front end of a 2018-2020 Mustang GT. When I first saw an image of a 2019 Camaro SS I thought it was so ugly. All it took for me to fall in love with the SS was seeing the new front end in person. The new Camaro SS has a complex 3D shape that cannot be expressed properly in a 2D image. The new Mustangs though are ugly online and in person with their catfish face looking at you!

[@jrvbamafan1]

If it makes you feel better, you'll typically only see their tailights in a camaro so theres that, especially if it has the 10 speed.....lol

[@uglykidmoto6487]

What are you guys using for the fender cover?

[@jesus8198ful]

I have a 2020 ss 1le with ARH headers full exhaust stock intake reading 460whp & 490tq on a dynojet. That’s on pump e85 tested at e65ish

[@ramadonscamaro]

Kimberly & timmy nice i have 19ss auto at 467 RWHP and 482 torque. American racing Headers too cat delete and kept stock mufflers with rotofab cai and E85 , bouta get a cam swap with blower next month and gonna add like another 100 RWHP

[@6gendj584]

Are y'all seeing good results from header's?

[@Pookzillah]

Oh you fucking tease, you! Had me creasing over here waiting to hear that V rip on the dyno and blow a damn hole through the wall only for the video to end 😭 RPM or NOTHING 🤘🏽🇺🇸🦅

[@ferretkiller9454]

random question what brand is the plastic wrap you use to protect the fenders/ bumpers?

[@RaceProvenMotorsports]

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[@ferretkiller9454]

Awesome thanks for the quick reply!

[@Joeshomegarage]

I have a set of the speed engineering headers and mids sitting In the garage. Did you change the gaskets and clamps? Can you tell me what ones you used?

[@quickdubbs328]

Matt, is, amazing! I definitely, want him, inducing, my car!!

[@The_Drive_Inside]

My car looks exactly like the thumbnail 👌🏻😍... I’ve only got one video on it though

[@andrewg.2165]

The Drive Inside looks sick 👌🏻

[@grantweaver831]

Looking into buying a 23’, Camaros were always my bedroom poster car as a child. My question is, does dropping a cam in void the warranty in any way? Was thinking I’d wait till warranty expiration and then cam. Maybe I go full tool mode and cam my 03’ Tahoe 5.3 too 😂😂

[@RaceProvenMotorsports]

Yes anything not stock will void the warranty

[@forseenst0rm691]

Was thinking of camming my Camaro, but then I look at how much work it is to do it, and now I'm like, forget it you can't afford shit.

[@DaLizMs]

I hate the refresh look but I'm here for the engine because that's what matters.

[@8urstang]

My boys rpm much love respect 💯

[@danieldelgado3008]

Very nice but the oil Pan doesn’t need to come off to remove the camshaft

[@countrycarguy]

Doing a cam swap by lowering the cradle like this is still hotly contested on the 6th gen forums. Sure looks like it works to me! What components have to be removed before you can lower the cradle adequately and do you raise engine any?

[@davidray4128]

Wow. LT1 cam swap is a ton of work.

[@6gendj584]

I see why the labor is so expensive

[@Tusuperbis]

@@6gendj584 I wonder how much it is? Maybe just slap a blower on with 8 to 10lbs boost with a pump gas tune and let it eat! Lol

[@bobbyguns100]

Wish you guys had a shop in Houston

[@RaceProvenMotorsports]

we’re just a car transporter truck away.

[@geraldsantos3985]

I have the same identical camaro.. I need that same sound

[@shanembradshaw]

Strange that this 1LE baselined lower than that black one, when this one had headers and the other just had an intake. Monday vs Friday engine?

[@wesleybeeson1818]

Seems weird. Gearing maybe? 1les are different. It was like 30 hp less than it should have been

[@shanembradshaw]

Wesley Beeson that other car was a 1le also, same exact drivetrain

[@wesleybeeson1818]

Hmm. Can’t explain it. Maybe stock cats after headers? Maybe car not broken in yet? It is strange

[@samholcombe3129]

Really great video breaking down LT1, I have one question tho. Is there no benefit from keeping vvt? I know a lot of L99 guys kept it, is it not feasible with the taint tickler or large cams?

[@RaceProvenMotorsports]

We see zero benefits

[@robevans916]

Why would you want to lock out the adjustable cam phaser? Will it cause piston to valve contact with the new higher lift cam?

[@RaceProvenMotorsports]

Bc you don’t want it to move around

[@robevans916]

RaceProvenMotorsports maybe I should’ve been clearer. Why would you NOT want variable cam timing? Does it cause a problem?

[@marcoschavez2688]

Love the car but whats the beat at the end?

[@jpprind]

Would it be worth it to do forged rods and pistons in an lt1 if you're already pulling everything off during a cam swap? Seems like the effort to do the cam you might as well do rods and pistons.

[@Stephen-br6il]

thinking the same thing. Just a few more steps in removing the engine from the trans. Pull it. Have forged pistons and a crank installed.

[@nsarboc]

How do you get away with not putting cats on the cars?

[@JLC87420]

22:40 correct

[@cowboysoule804]

No not VTEC guys. Real DOHC VTEC adjusts timing AND lift. The lift is the kicker. If the LT1 increased lift in the same way then it would produce at least 620 hp at the flywheel and have a 7500 RPM limit stock.

[@hannahcruz6754]

Spot on

[@myoneblackfriend3151]

I am gonna save some cash and get myself and orange Camaro.

[@Lingling2958]

Let's get some love for the avatar intro

[@stinknyc8041]

Matt is my dude 👍

[@timharville4353]

I know this video is older but hopefully get a response. The car he was talking about he was going to put the Texas Speed heads on. Was that in any of the videos? I'm looking at a car you guys built and was hoping to get any info I could on it

[@RaceProvenMotorsports]

I’m sure it was but dont remember which it was now.

[@timharville4353]

What info would you need on the car to be able to tell me about it?

[@reginaldlytle7976]

Why are these always listed as 455 HP but then I see these vids with all these mods making under that

[@nataliedeyton6829]

I would really hate to be the one payin for a cam swap in a LT1 ... what a PITA that is (or looks to be )

[@1LEdwin]

it sucks, man. my buddy and i built mine lol

[@al151]

For the same money, just dropping a whipple kit would be probably a better option.

[@DroneStrike1776]

Then you have the added weight on the front tires ruining the near perfect 50/50 weight balance.. This is a 1LE, it's a track car.

[@al151]

You are ruining the weight balance by being on the driver seat anyways

[@matt6951]

How much for a cam install?

[@MikeMinervini]

Have we ever seen Steve from RPM and Steve from Blues Clues in the same room at the same time? Interesting...

[@Stan_Ipkiss_SS]

Not gonna lie...I got a slight chub on that first pull

[@albertgarcia7091]

Surprised it didn’t make over 500whp. Have you guys done a Texas speed vvt3 cam on a camaro?

[@JROC734]

If he adds a MSD intake and a bigger TB then it should have no issues breaking the 500 WHP mark.

[@RaceProvenMotorsports]

Yep. Last one we did with an MSD made 530

[@albertgarcia7091]

Can’t find the vid to it lol kzbin.info/www/bejne/j5uoenSApNGrn9E This one has rpm cam not Texas speed

[@albertgarcia7091]

But yea more than likely going with a vvt3 cam soon

[@slow_restoration]

I installed a Texas Speed VVT3 cam with Texas Speed cnc heads in my 17 ss. RPM tuned it and it made 535 rwhp. It also had Texas Speed long tubes catted x-pipe with stock npp and a Rotofab. The heads do add hp and you have them off anyway.

[@Joeshomegarage]

I love my little Aero Force gauge but damn I miss having a clock in my car!

[@noelbarrera5674]

What state cam was on the camaro ss ???

[@kurtomac]

Curious why you use STD on the dyno vs SAE?

[@zKaRiisMa]

Where do you guys get those pants

[@adamgoodman5887]

Those wheels @ 11:45 are beautiful

[@levondobadzhyan]

Question, what's a DoD delete?

[@georgem.6136]

Straight Pipe is just way to loud, sick car for sure!

[@tayyc6074]

The Engine God's...💪💪💪

[@StrideX21]

Damn now imagine if that orange 1le had a ported msd put on there I would imagine it would easily be in the lowest mid 500s range right??

[@ianbennett5997]

How do you tune these cars, is there an aftermarket ecu or is it stock.

[@RaceProvenMotorsports]

All factory ECu with HP Tuners

[@natearcenaux6694]

The ss 1le is strictly manual right?

[@Tusuperbis]

Yes. 2021 SS 1LE supposedly getting the 10spd auto.

[@tylercouture216]

3:17:-3:23 there was a orange Corvette and SS all on camera at once also what's up with the dodge viper ???

[@RaceProvenMotorsports]

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