Hey guys just got my Camaro yesterday. And I mean yesterday. Havent even owned it a day yet. got it 3/31/2010> man what a fun car to drive. Mine has some upgrades. Finding out what they are. Timed it with a stop watch. 0-60 is between 7sec-7.5sec. And I know thats faster then most stock. But I just love the car. the look and all. Hope its a good buy. And advice on upgrades? its a 90 RS TBI 305 Camaro

 

You bought what you got and it is NOT a high performance car. Just got it and already you are asking about increased performance. Well you bought a 170 HP & 255 #/ft TQ grocery getter. Not a lot you can do to it without costing a Boatload of money. Just be happy with the car and enjoy it for what it is.

 

Dont give me that crap. I know you can make them fast. And dont talk to me about money. talk to me about what parts would be good to upgrade.

 

350 swap.

 

thats what I was thinking about doing. And its not that much. I may by my friends LT1. He crashed it but engine is fine. TONS of HP

 

i just bought a camaro also and they had already did the 350 swap from an early 90's camaro i think and all i can say is it is a blast to drive i just don't trust the stock T5 that behind it

 

Why not?

 

cause the T5 can only handle about 300 hp before problems start to happen or at least the T5's in mustangs do anyway.and i think they are the same

 

Just switch trannys. lol And a 350 wont make 300 HP anyway. Not from the 90's. The LT1 will

 

I know he may have come across a little harsh, but its the absolute truth. These cars did not make big power. If you want power you will need to swap motors. This is not cheap. Thats great if you've got a buddy's LT1, but keep in mind the amount of work it will take to do it right. By right, I mean all sensors and a fully functioning computer. You have to have some serious patience and a garage that can support a swap of that nature. You will find so many little things you never thought of that add up quick: Belts, hoses, sensors, computer, ecm, switches, relays, fan control switch, exhaust plus cats, etc. Just budget carefully and make sure everything is labeled clearly and well.

Plus, don't think putting a tired LT1 is going to make amazing gobs of power either. Its a better platform than your current 305 but consider what motor work that will need before it goes into your car. best of luck!