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Forum: 5th Gen Camaro SS LS LT General Discussions 12-28-2021, 09:28 AM
Replies: 90
Views: 39,174
Posted By Ken Wolkens
The issue is the lower diffuser. Thanks for the...

The issue is the lower diffuser. Thanks for the ideas. I'll be "that guy" and pass them along to the body shop since we're a few months down the road now.
Forum: 5th Gen Camaro SS LS LT General Discussions 12-28-2021, 09:26 AM
Replies: 90
Views: 39,174
Posted By Ken Wolkens
Yes, it came off of the showroom floor just like...

Yes, it came off of the showroom floor just like that which is why they are running into an issue.
Forum: 5th Gen Camaro SS LS LT General Discussions 12-26-2021, 11:19 AM
Replies: 90
Views: 39,174
Posted By Ken Wolkens
My 2014 Spring Edition was hit in a parking lot...

My 2014 Spring Edition was hit in a parking lot and the rear bumper was torn off back in August. The body shop I'm using can't find a correct bumper. They are saying that the bumper is specific to...
Forum: 5th Gen Camaro SS LS LT General Discussions 08-20-2020, 01:51 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 8,367
Posted By Ken Wolkens
Yes but...this one is soooo pretty.

Yes but...this one is soooo pretty.
Forum: Camaro Convertible Forum 08-20-2020, 06:11 AM
Replies: 1,674
Views: 477,361
Posted By Ken Wolkens
2014 2SS Spring Edition LS3 with 1' drop springs....

2014 2SS Spring Edition LS3 with 1' drop springs. Love the looks and stance of this car!
Forum: 5th Gen Camaro SS LS LT General Discussions 08-12-2020, 06:05 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 8,367
Posted By Ken Wolkens
Yes I'll do the install and Fasterproms will...

Yes I'll do the install and Fasterproms will update my tune.

Anybody have input on the Magnuson TVS2300? Who has used one? The pricing is attractive which is why I'm considering it.

CHEVROLET...
Forum: 5th Gen Camaro SS LS LT General Discussions 08-08-2020, 09:16 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 8,367
Posted By Ken Wolkens
Looking for the Whipple 2.9 Kit for a 2014 2SS...

Looking for the Whipple 2.9 Kit for a 2014 2SS with the hood vent. Who's got the best price and service out there?

Also does anybody know why there is a $150 upcharge for the Manual Trans kit? ...
Forum: 5th Gen Camaro SS LS LT General Discussions 08-05-2020, 08:12 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 8,367
Posted By Ken Wolkens
Not much chance of seeing this one since the car...

Not much chance of seeing this one since the car is rarely driven. I run a couple of businesses and it seems as if all I do is work. :pout:

My Father-In-Law has a 2019 SS/Auto and I checked his...
Forum: 5th Gen Camaro SS LS LT General Discussions 07-31-2020, 07:00 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 8,367
Posted By Ken Wolkens
Thanks guys. After the hurricane I'll start...

Thanks guys. After the hurricane I'll start looking for a ZL1 to drive.
Forum: 5th Gen Camaro SS LS LT General Discussions 07-31-2020, 05:12 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 8,367
Posted By Ken Wolkens
Thanks guys. As far as how I use it, the car...

Thanks guys.

As far as how I use it, the car mainly sits in the garage and is driven when the roads are dry. However I want the shock and awe of the power when I do drive it.

Ride wise it...
Forum: 5th Gen Camaro SS LS LT General Discussions 07-30-2020, 07:18 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 8,367
Posted By Ken Wolkens
Blower and Exhaust for my Gen5 or just buy a Gen6 ZL1?

I've got the itch for more power and I love the looks of my 2014 LS3/M6 Spring Edition Convertible. I could send it to a buddy in Clearwater, FL for some serious upgrades and make it an animal or......
Forum: Wheels and Tires Talk Sponsored by The Tire Rack 06-20-2019, 08:37 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 997
Posted By Ken Wolkens
The springs definitely made cornering flatter. I...

The springs definitely made cornering flatter. I expect the spacers are for looks only but I'm really happy with how the do just that.
Forum: Wheels and Tires Talk Sponsored by The Tire Rack 06-19-2019, 09:32 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 997
Posted By Ken Wolkens
This is finally the look I've wanted since day...

This is finally the look I've wanted since day one of owning the car. I'll try to get a better pic when it gets a bath. The rain is supposed to let up for the weekend so there's hope of getting it...
Forum: Wheels and Tires Talk Sponsored by The Tire Rack 06-19-2019, 09:28 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 997
Posted By Ken Wolkens
I ended up getting the 18 MM bolt on Hubcentric...

I ended up getting the 18 MM bolt on Hubcentric spacers and the answer is yes the Camaro studs need to be trimmed.

There is a pocket in the wheels that allows for up to 13 MM of protrusion so I...
Forum: Wheels and Tires Talk Sponsored by The Tire Rack 05-09-2019, 06:10 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 997
Posted By Ken Wolkens
18 MM bolt on Spacers - will the OEM lugs have to be cut?

I just finished installing a set of lowering springs on my 2014 2SS Spring Edition and to complete the look i want I want to push the wheel face out 18MM.

There are two types of hub centric spacer...
Forum: Wheels and Tires Talk Sponsored by The Tire Rack 05-07-2019, 05:45 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 6,975
Posted By Ken Wolkens
Still have the Lexani's that were purchased in...

Still have the Lexani's that were purchased in the original post and as of now they have about 12,000 miles on them.

No Issues - No Complaints. When I need new rear ones in a year or so I hope...
Forum: Camaro V8 LS3 / L99 Engine, Exhaust, and Bolt-Ons 07-28-2018, 07:35 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,965
Posted By Ken Wolkens
That may be.... but yesterday while driving in my...

That may be.... but yesterday while driving in my more mellow Camaro I was able to take a call on the phone that changed the course of my business for the better.

I landed a new account on a 1/2...
Forum: Camaro V8 LS3 / L99 Engine, Exhaust, and Bolt-Ons 07-23-2018, 10:16 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,965
Posted By Ken Wolkens
Ended up with the Magnaflows. They really took...

Ended up with the Magnaflows. They really took the noise down quite a bit but the car still sounds like it has some authority with the semi-lumpy cam at idle.

My wife and daughter are angry...
Forum: Camaro V8 LS3 / L99 Engine, Exhaust, and Bolt-Ons 07-13-2018, 07:14 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,965
Posted By Ken Wolkens
Did the Stock Muffler Delete but now I need a more Mellow Exhaust sound.

Before you all think I'm crazy I'll give the background info.

After considering selling my 2SS Spring Edition I decided to keep it and just sold my DD. That said my Camaro is now my DD. I do...
Forum: 5th Gen Camaro SS LS LT General Discussions 04-19-2018, 03:17 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,003
Posted By Ken Wolkens
Help with value on a 2014 Spring Edition 2SS Convertible

I'm considering selling my 2014 2SS Spring Edition Convertible.

I've looked in NADA guides and have come up with a value for a regular 2SS convert with an RS package of $29K

The car has 20,000...
Forum: Wheels and Tires Talk Sponsored by The Tire Rack 04-19-2018, 03:11 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 6,975
Posted By Ken Wolkens
Yep, I just could not justify $2000 for tires...

Yep, I just could not justify $2000 for tires for a Sunday drive car.

The Lexani's are still functioning perfectly.
Forum: Wheels and Tires Talk Sponsored by The Tire Rack 04-10-2018, 01:12 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 6,975
Posted By Ken Wolkens
5000 miles on them so far and still happy with...

5000 miles on them so far and still happy with the Lexani 21's.
Forum: Wheels and Tires Talk Sponsored by The Tire Rack 01-07-2018, 04:09 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 6,975
Posted By Ken Wolkens
I'm getting ready to install lowering springs in...

I'm getting ready to install lowering springs in the coming weeks and will get the date codes off of the tires.

I did buy them from a local tire store so the assumption is they are within age...
Forum: Wheels and Tires Talk Sponsored by The Tire Rack 11-30-2017, 07:33 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 6,975
Posted By Ken Wolkens
Have had the tires a couple more months and still...

Have had the tires a couple more months and still no complaints.

The biggest difference from the Pirellis is they don't flat spot after sitting. I used to have to drive a few miles on the...
Forum: Wheels and Tires Talk Sponsored by The Tire Rack 09-30-2017, 08:16 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 6,975
Posted By Ken Wolkens
Drove the car to South Florida and back yesterday...

Drove the car to South Florida and back yesterday in rain the whole way at freeway speeds. The Lexani Tires did their job perfectly.

350 miles round trip and not once did they feel squirrely in...
Forum: Wheels and Tires Talk Sponsored by The Tire Rack 09-24-2017, 05:02 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 6,975
Posted By Ken Wolkens
Update: It seems these tires are a bit more...

Update: It seems these tires are a bit more sticky than the original ones. I used to be able to flick the tail end of the car pulling out of my neighborhood onto the main road and now it won't do...
Forum: Wheels and Tires Talk Sponsored by The Tire Rack 09-14-2017, 07:43 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 6,975
Posted By Ken Wolkens
How many miles do you have on them?

How many miles do you have on them?
Forum: Wheels and Tires Talk Sponsored by The Tire Rack 09-13-2017, 01:52 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 6,975
Posted By Ken Wolkens
The outer diameter is different by about 1/2...

The outer diameter is different by about 1/2 inch. The difference at 90 MPH is 1.6 MPH so I'm not going to worry about it. I don't run that fast anyhow.

I did make sure to get the front tires at...
Forum: Wheels and Tires Talk Sponsored by The Tire Rack 09-13-2017, 09:09 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 6,975
Posted By Ken Wolkens
An alternative for 21" Tires

After 16,000 miles my 2014 2SS Spring Edition Convertible needed tires and I just could not stomach the price for the Pirelli P-Zeros at $1600+ for the set of 4 so I decided to shop and see what was...
Forum: 5th Gen Camaro SS LS LT General Discussions 11-22-2016, 09:03 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,723
Posted By Ken Wolkens
Just went to the site and the prices were already...

Just went to the site and the prices were already marked down. Tried to use the BMR15 code on a set of 1" drop springs but it came back as not valid. Still a decent price so I ordered them and got...
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