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The fifth-gen Camaro LS3 is a monster waiting to happen — but adding a turbo to that 6.2L creates one inescapable problem: heat. Compressed intake air can hit 250°F+ before it ever reaches your cylinders, pulling timing, inviting knock, and turning your turbo build into a det-limited disappointment.
This kit solves it. Designed specifically for the 2010–2015 Camaro SS engine bay with an LS3 and a single turbo mounted at the driver's side front corner, it delivers a complete 3" Big Core Bar & Plate intercooler (black, 3" inlet/outlet), four vehicle-specific 3" mandrel-bent 6061 aluminum pipes (silver polished, TIG-welded), 5-ply black silicone couplers, 12 stainless T-bolt clamps, and an integrated blow-off valve — all while retaining your factory air conditioning.
The Bar & Plate core drops intake air temperatures by 40–60% under load, letting you run more timing and higher boost safely. Mandrel-bent 3" piping routes cleanly through the driver-side frame rail opening to the LS3 throttle body without kinked bends or DIY coupler stacks. If your 5th-gen Camaro is going NA-T with a driver-side single turbo, this kit makes the plumbing the straightforward part of the build.
Key Features
3" Big Core Bar & Plate Intercooler — Black Bar & Plate construction with 3" inlet/outlet. Handles higher boost pressure and road-debris impacts better than tube-and-fin. Pressure-tested for single-turbo configurations up to 800 WHP on the LS3 platform
Vehicle-Specific Mandrel-Bent Piping — Four 3" 6061 aluminum pipes, pre-shaped for the 2010–2015 Camaro engine bay with an LS3 swap and driver-side turbo. Mandrel-bent for consistent internal diameter — no crush bends, no turbulence. Silver polished finish
AC-Retained Design — Mounting brackets engineered around the factory AC compressor. No removal, no delete, no rerouting. Your Camaro stays a real street car
TIG-Welded Construction — All pipe joints and end-tank seams are TIG-welded. Clean penetration, strong beads. No MIG splatter, no porous joints that crack under vibration and heat cycling
Integrated 50mm BOV — Spring-loaded blow-off valve vents excess boost on throttle closure, protecting your turbo from compressor surge. Adjustable spring preload. Vacuum line and fittings included
5-Ply Reinforced Silicone Couplers & T-Bolt Clamps — Six 5-layer black silicone connectors resist ballooning under big boost. Twelve stainless T-bolt clamps deliver a uniform clamping force that worm-drive clamps can't match
Complete Bolt-On Kit — No measuring, no cutting, no welding shop. Direct fit when the turbo is mounted at the driver's side front corner. Includes all installation hardware
Specifications
Brand: Flashark
Application: 2010–2015 Chevrolet Camaro (5th Generation) with LS3 V8 engine, single turbo NA-T swap
Intercooler Core Type: Bar & Plate, 3" Big Core
Intercooler Inlet/Outlet: 3" OD
Intercooler Finish: Black
Piping Material: 6061 aluminum, mandrel-bent
Piping Outer Diameter: 3" (76mm)
Piping Wall Thickness: 2.0mm
Piping Finish: Silver polished
Welding Method: TIG-welded
BOV Type: Spring-loaded atmospheric vent, 50mm flange
BOV Spring Preload: Adjustable
Coupler Material: 5-ply reinforced silicone, black
Clamp Type: Stainless steel T-bolt clamps
Turbo Placement Requirement: Driver's side front corner
AC Compatibility: Retains factory air conditioning
Installation: Direct bolt-on
Warranty: 1 Year
Package Includes
1x Bar & Plate 3" Big Core intercooler, with mounting brackets
4x Mandrel-bent 6061 aluminum intake pipes
1x 50mm blow-off valve
6x 5-ply reinforced silicone rubber connectors
12x Stainless steel T-bolt clamps
1x Installation hardware kit
Not Included: Turbocharger, exhaust manifold, downpipe, wastegate, fuel system upgrades (injectors, fuel pump), ECU tuning hardware. This is the intercooler and piping kit only.
| Years | Make | Model | Engine | Turbo Configuration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | Chevrolet | Camaro SS (5th Gen) | LS3 6.2L V8 | Single Turbo (driver-side mount) |
| 2011 | Chevrolet | Camaro SS (5th Gen) | LS3 6.2L V8 | Single Turbo (driver-side mount) |
| 2012 | Chevrolet | Camaro SS (5th Gen) | LS3 6.2L V8 | Single Turbo (driver-side mount) |
| 2013 | Chevrolet | Camaro SS (5th Gen) | LS3 6.2L V8 | Single Turbo (driver-side mount) |
| 2014 | Chevrolet | Camaro SS (5th Gen) | LS3 6.2L V8 | Single Turbo (driver-side mount) |
| 2015 | Chevrolet | Camaro SS (5th Gen) | LS3 6.2L V8 | Single Turbo (driver-side mount) |
Q: Does this kit fit my car?
A: This kit is designed for 2010-2015 Chevrolet Camaro SS (5th Generation) with an LS3 6.2L V8 engine and a single turbo mounted on the driver's side front corner. It does NOT fit: 2016+ Camaros (6th Gen), LT1/LT4 engines, LS1/LQ4 swaps, passenger-side turbo mounts, twin-turbo setups, V6 Camaros, or naturally aspirated engines. Please check the full Fitment table above before ordering.
Q: What's included in the box?
A: The kit includes: 4x mandrel-bent 3" 6061 aluminum pipes (silver polished), 1x 3" Big Core Bar & Plate intercooler (black), 1x 50mm blow-off valve (BOV), 6x 5-ply reinforced silicone connectors (black), 12x stainless steel T-bolt clamps, and 1x installation hardware kit. The turbocharger, exhaust manifold, downpipe, fuel system upgrades, and ECU tuning are NOT included. This is the intercooler and piping kit only.
Q: Will I lose my air conditioning?
A: No. The mounting brackets are engineered to work around the factory AC compressor. No AC delete, removal, or line rerouting is required. Your Camaro retains full daily-driver comfort.
Q: What is the warranty and return policy?
A: This product comes with a 1-year manufacturer warranty covering material defects and workmanship. Returns are accepted within 30 days of delivery — the product must be unused and in original packaging. For warranty claims or returns, please contact service@flasharkracing.com with your order number.
Q: Do I need professional installation and tuning?
A: This kit is bolt-on and designed for intermediate-level DIY installation if your turbo is already mounted in the correct position (driver's side front corner). However, a professional dyno tune is mandatory after completing your turbo build — the intercooler changes the intake air density, and your ECU must be recalibrated to ensure safe air/fuel ratios and timing. Do not run boost without a proper tune.
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