My ZZP mid/down pipe is on the way. Cant wait to install it and this video helped. Thanks. Hope it sounds good with the Trubendz/Magnaflow muffler I have on the car now. 😎
Do yall know if I could purchase the zzp downpipe now. And then when I'm ready to work on my car again purchase zzp catback exhaust will it hook right up to my down pipe. Soo downpipe back exhaust lol
Great job awesome instruction i know the videos a year old but I just came across it looking to do the same thing so thank you very much great information
I have to say you’re a lucky man you must have a low mileage car I’m working on one with 150,000+ on it and everyone of these bolts that you’re talking about are so easy are completely rusted and broken on the ends I wish mine was this easy
I'm writing to TRIFECTA now. I bought the lifetime tune a few years ago when i purchased the cat-back and the intake from zzp first. It was a little less expensive but now that I've saved up enough and already BOUGHT the downpipe package. I wonder if I should just keep the original pieces for inspection time. I'll be highly disappointed if they can't tune it to not throw a cell.
Alex they will send you instructions on how to turn the cell light off it quite easy. I will probably do a video on it soon showing how to turn the engine light off for certain cells that pop up.
Honestly, anyone working on any of the 1.4l turbo's should just invest in a cheap e-torx socket set. You will need them and wont round off your fastners that way.
Sweet now ik what my 2012 Cruze will sound like.... I’m also tuned by trifecta have the advantage tune and also doing the 60lb injectors and zzp innercooler this winter along with the catless mid pipe and full zzp exhaust already have cold air intake forged wastegate and catless downpipe car move pretty good as it sets but ik it has more in it
Awesome Corey 👌 Stop by the CRUZE MAFIA group on Facebook and join if you want. I just made the group yesterday so it's starting to grow and the more members the better 🤘
@@scriptmike no I went with the 42lb injector after I talked to the guys over at zzp and I also don’t plan on going to full E85..... but the 42lb will support all my mods I have........ plus the v3 turbo that zzp offers
Rich 2011 LTZ Question Where did you get your blow off valve kit atmospheric release valve off the??? Sweet install zzp can't say it speaks for itself....
Question .. what kind of resonator is on your car ? Factory or aftermarket? And did you notice a difference in sound with this resistor as it doesn't look factory... very interested in what kind this is .. thank you have a great day ... subscribing now 👍
Thanks for watching the video 👍🏼 That is actually the stock resonator I'm not sure if it's different on a 2014 model like mine. I did notice better power and better sound compared to the stock setup.
Great instructional video. I am looking to get the catless downpipe soon and wanted to see how the install was. I have to pass emissions testing in TX, think taking one Cat away may increase emissions too much?
Thanks 👍 When it comes to emissions I'm not quite sure of a good answer for you as we don't have emissions checks in MI so don't want to give you the wrong information and it gets you to fail the testing.
I passed. Don't know if it's state wide but my testing site doesn't use a sniffer or visual inspection, they just hook a scanner to it. No P0420 code ya pass, I guess.
Awesome Video. I'm actually replacing my turbo here in the next few weeks because the waste gate is starting to bind, and the ole blast it with deep creep to loosen it up only lasts me a day or two now. This video is great to know the socket sizes so I'm not playing guessing games. Edit: I should mention I'm also replacing the Cat since I have about 80k and i might as well if I'm replacing the turbo. By chance could you elaborate on what bolt was loose on your transmission causing a leak and whether you know its common? I noticed my transmission is slowly loosing fluid. Not enough to drip but the underside of it is wet.
Thanks for the good words Evan! It's hard to explain which bolt it was but it's a torx bolt close to the engine oil pan up in a hole, the reason it was leaking wasn't really caused by the bolt being loose as there is no fluid in that area but it was from the seal that the torque converter shaft goes into was losing its conditioning and shrinking a hair allowing fluid to pass by (very little) so replacing the trans fluid with Valvoline Max Life ATF with seal conditioner did the trick of reconditioning the seal which stopped it from leaking into that void between the engine and transmission.
Not sure about the Flvv, as for gas milage it's not that bad really I was still getting 32mpg on the highway which isn't bad for an Auto. Now I'm Full E85 and average about 385-400 miles per tank.
I know this is old but do you need a tune for the blow off valve (vta) and if so what might that be was interested in getting one i want the full turbo experience !
@@1972lesteryan so you were able to keep the check engine light off with this setup? I was thinking of running the high flow catted midpipe from ZZP so I don't get a check engine light.
@@Dickie0515 I know your comment is a year old but I’m curious why you don’t need a tune on an auto but do on a manual. I’m looking at getting this atmospheric bypass valve and my cruze is an auto. I just want to be 100% sure I can buy this and put it on without needing a tune
@@dylans4788 the manual transmission relies on the air to be metered between shifts where the auto doesn't really rely on the air being metered as a manual does. Just make sure to run the spring that comes in it and Do Not run the spring that's for the higher boost. Double check that the spring that is in it is for the stock application.
Why did you not buy new exhaust gaskets??? They arent meant to be reused. If you're bent on using the old gaskets, at least slather them in anti seize to help seal up any small gaps...
The stock gaskets worked perfectly with no leaks! I eventually replaced the Mid Pipe gasket where the exhaust connects because my exhaust came with a new one, besides that the stock gaskets are still holding up great with no leaks!
Lmfao with the stock muffler its not going to sound like a world of difference 😂 now that I'm running 3" Exhaust after the midpipe it's a hell of a lot better 👍🏼
Thanks for the vid. Seems straight forward. I just have to get over the fear of the car coming down on me while i'm under it.
Just make sure to use jack stands, and you will be all good 👍🏻
My ZZP mid/down pipe is on the way. Cant wait to install it and this video helped. Thanks. Hope it sounds good with the Trubendz/Magnaflow muffler I have on the car now. 😎
It should sound great!
Do yall know if I could purchase the zzp downpipe now. And then when I'm ready to work on my car again purchase zzp catback exhaust will it hook right up to my down pipe. Soo downpipe back exhaust lol
@@RandoManFPV yes you can. Just keep in mind if you are not tuned you will have a P0420 code pop up.
@@luxlumen4605 awesome thank you man
I'm a huge noob when it comes to car culture but I'm learning thanks to people like you!
@@RandoManFPV you're welcome and best of luck with your mods to the car.
Great job awesome instruction i know the videos a year old but I just came across it looking to do the same thing so thank you very much great information
Thank you Donald!
I have to say you’re a lucky man you must have a low mileage car I’m working on one with 150,000+ on it and everyone of these bolts that you’re talking about are so easy are completely rusted and broken on the ends I wish mine was this easy
Awesome install video my man.... your demeanor makes for incredibly clear instruction.
Thank you sir!! 👍🏼
How do you go about the tuning after you install your mid and down pipe! Very new to it. Was hoping to get some info or a little guidance on that
Oh yeah baby now my car sounds like louder fuel efficiency
I'm writing to TRIFECTA now. I bought the lifetime tune a few years ago when i purchased the cat-back and the intake from zzp first. It was a little less expensive but now that I've saved up enough and already BOUGHT the downpipe package. I wonder if I should just keep the original pieces for inspection time. I'll be highly disappointed if they can't tune it to not throw a cell.
Alex they will send you instructions on how to turn the cell light off it quite easy. I will probably do a video on it soon showing how to turn the engine light off for certain cells that pop up.
Honestly, anyone working on any of the 1.4l turbo's should just invest in a cheap e-torx socket set. You will need them and wont round off your fastners that way.
Sweet now ik what my 2012 Cruze will sound like.... I’m also tuned by trifecta have the advantage tune and also doing the 60lb injectors and zzp innercooler this winter along with the catless mid pipe and full zzp exhaust already have cold air intake forged wastegate and catless downpipe car move pretty good as it sets but ik it has more in it
Awesome Corey 👌
Stop by the CRUZE MAFIA group on Facebook and join if you want. I just made the group yesterday so it's starting to grow and the more members the better 🤘
@@Dickie0515 sweet I will do that thanks
Did you get the 60# injectors to work?
@@scriptmike no I went with the 42lb injector after I talked to the guys over at zzp and I also don’t plan on going to full E85..... but the 42lb will support all my mods I have........ plus the v3 turbo that zzp offers
This sounds GREAT, Rick!!!
Thanks I can't wait to get an exhaust as well, should sound even better
Rich 2011 LTZ
Question
Where did you get your blow off valve kit atmospheric release valve off the???
Sweet install zzp can't say it speaks for itself....
I got the Forge Atmospheric BPV from a guy on my Facebook Group "Chevy Cruze & Sonic World"
Question .. what kind of resonator is on your car ? Factory or aftermarket? And did you notice a difference in sound with this resistor as it doesn't look factory... very interested in what kind this is .. thank you have a great day ... subscribing now 👍
Thanks for watching the video 👍🏼
That is actually the stock resonator I'm not sure if it's different on a 2014 model like mine. I did notice better power and better sound compared to the stock setup.
Great instructional video. I am looking to get the catless downpipe soon and wanted to see how the install was. I have to pass emissions testing in TX, think taking one Cat away may increase emissions too much?
Thanks 👍
When it comes to emissions I'm not quite sure of a good answer for you as we don't have emissions checks in MI so don't want to give you the wrong information and it gets you to fail the testing.
I passed. Don't know if it's state wide but my testing site doesn't use a sniffer or visual inspection, they just hook a scanner to it. No P0420 code ya pass, I guess.
Did you have to weld anything down? I’m not sure if I didn’t catch that in the video. Looking to for this next step to add to my manual Cruze.
No welding at all. It's straight bolt on.
I need one of those for my 2019 Chevy Cruze .
Awesome Video. I'm actually replacing my turbo here in the next few weeks because the waste gate is starting to bind, and the ole blast it with deep creep to loosen it up only lasts me a day or two now. This video is great to know the socket sizes so I'm not playing guessing games.
Edit: I should mention I'm also replacing the Cat since I have about 80k and i might as well if I'm replacing the turbo.
By chance could you elaborate on what bolt was loose on your transmission causing a leak and whether you know its common? I noticed my transmission is slowly loosing fluid. Not enough to drip but the underside of it is wet.
Thanks for the good words Evan!
It's hard to explain which bolt it was but it's a torx bolt close to the engine oil pan up in a hole, the reason it was leaking wasn't really caused by the bolt being loose as there is no fluid in that area but it was from the seal that the torque converter shaft goes into was losing its conditioning and shrinking a hair allowing fluid to pass by (very little) so replacing the trans fluid with Valvoline Max Life ATF with seal conditioner did the trick of reconditioning the seal which stopped it from leaking into that void between the engine and transmission.
Spool _ Time thanks For the reply and explanation!
Do you know about the flvv?? Fuel limiting valve vent is so what's your opinion? Also all these upgrades to the vehicle how is it with gas?
Not sure about the Flvv, as for gas milage it's not that bad really I was still getting 32mpg on the highway which isn't bad for an Auto. Now I'm Full E85 and average about 385-400 miles per tank.
fellow michigander with a cruze
Yesir 👍🏼 where you located in MI?
@@luxlumen4605 Livonia
@@brianimpola1386 I'm in Richmond.
@@luxlumen4605 hell yeah
I know this is old but do you need a tune for the blow off valve (vta) and if so what might that be was interested in getting one i want the full turbo experience !
Cool, what State are you in? Would I have trouble with this in New Jersey?
No emissions issues now since u eliminated the cats
I saw a Sonic in the Video haha... nice video... I wan to get these on my sonic but I need a tune
Lol yeah it's one of our work cars its only got the 1.8
Heyy is there a specific direction the hangers for the midpipe go in?
Is that the stock turbo with blow off from zzp
Is that the forge atmospheric BOV or the recirculating By pass valve
sucks i cant find a downpipe for mines and they stopped selling them
Those bolts are called e torques which is hard to find atleast where I'm from
Do you think keep the stock down pipe wpild sound good still ?
Did you disconnect the battery before unplugging the O2 sensor?
Yes.
Would these fit a 2017 Buick Encore with the 1.4 turbo??
I couldn't get the secondary bolt near the intercooler it ended up getting stripped (Help)
Which o2 sensor would I have to modify to keep the CEL off? And would I need a regular bung extender or an angled one?
You need to install spark plug defalers on the down stream o2 sensor. There are videos on youtube.
@@1972lesteryan so you were able to keep the check engine light off with this setup? I was thinking of running the high flow catted midpipe from ZZP so I don't get a check engine light.
@@koreymayo8884 I haven't done it myself......yet. still running all factory. But I have seen videos on it.
So how do you pass emissions with that engine light is on
I've been wanting to paint the middle section of the wheels like yours for awhile. Did you use plasti dip or regular spray paint?
Actually its 4D Carbon Fiber Vinyl.
If you go catless will you for sure need to buy a tuning kit?
No, just get spark plug defoulers or an 02 extension for the downstream 02 sensor and you'll be good to go, no CEL.
Why did you replace the Down pipe and mid pipe. Were the old pipes bad.
No they were still good I replaced them for a performance gain and more sound out of the exhaust.
@@Dickie0515 ok I see. Thank you
Bro you did break it the fuck 😂😂😂
what size bolts did you use?
Will an extra resonator fit behind the oem resonator to make it quieter?
Unless the resonator is really short there isn't enough room for a regular size one.
Can I do that and a chery boom (glass pipe,? And what inches be best 2?
You can do whatever you like. Are you going to remove the resonator and muffler too?
Where did you buy the blow off valve?
store.badnewsracing.net/Forge-Motorsports-14T-Atmospheric-Bypass-Valve_p_102.html
That's where I got it from. If you are a Manual Transmission you will need a tune but if you are Auto you will be fine.
@@Dickie0515 I know your comment is a year old but I’m curious why you don’t need a tune on an auto but do on a manual. I’m looking at getting this atmospheric bypass valve and my cruze is an auto. I just want to be 100% sure I can buy this and put it on without needing a tune
@@dylans4788 the manual transmission relies on the air to be metered between shifts where the auto doesn't really rely on the air being metered as a manual does. Just make sure to run the spring that comes in it and Do Not run the spring that's for the higher boost. Double check that the spring that is in it is for the stock application.
@@Dickie0515 thank you I appreciate you replying man. Hopefully there isn’t any issues running it without a tune for a while until I get one
Anyone use zzp's o2 bung to get rid of check engine light?
Sounds good bro and Idk if you noticed but your coolant level looks pretty low 😦
You are correct I ended up replacing the engine about 3 months after making this video because I blew a coolant port in the head.
Why did you not buy new exhaust gaskets???
They arent meant to be reused.
If you're bent on using the old gaskets, at least slather them in anti seize to help seal up any small gaps...
The stock gaskets worked perfectly with no leaks! I eventually replaced the Mid Pipe gasket where the exhaust connects because my exhaust came with a new one, besides that the stock gaskets are still holding up great with no leaks!
@@Dickie0515
Alright then...
I've got a ZZP downpipe ordered for my Sonic, but I'm gonna splurge the extra 10 bucks for the two new gaskets....
Exhaust gaskets .......pshhhhhh
@@texascarchannel7564 🤣🤣
This video is really old !!! But why is the turbo DOWN PIPE is OVER $500.00 dollars.. that's crazy y'all !!! I'm still trying to find one. Way less ..
Or 8mm works too
Anyone else get a code from this
Sounds like shit to be real with ya
Lmfao with the stock muffler its not going to sound like a world of difference 😂 now that I'm running 3" Exhaust after the midpipe it's a hell of a lot better 👍🏼
these Chevy Cruze are shit man tyhey dont last of course i did fuck it up by puttinh shit like this on it!
Why are you using trifecta tune instead of ZZP?
I started with Trifecta before I did any modifications.