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Forum: Camaro ZL1 Forum - ZL1 Specific Topics 05-23-2016, 11:33 AM
Replies: 148
Views: 88,713
Posted By Howdie_
Two things Snickers. Is it law to have headlight...

Two things Snickers. Is it law to have headlight spray nozzles? I see them on the Vette and your car.
Can you fit a piece of paper between your car and the one behind it? That looks close from this...
Forum: Camaro ZL1 Forum - ZL1 Specific Topics 05-20-2016, 07:56 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 4,598
Posted By Howdie_
I should have said: Coupes have PTM, the...

I should have said:

Coupes have PTM, the benefit being (depending on the mode selected) you can fully depress the accelerator at the appropriate location in a corner and the system will modify...
Forum: Camaro ZL1 Forum - ZL1 Specific Topics 05-20-2016, 07:44 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 4,598
Posted By Howdie_
I think there needs to be a little clarity here. ...

I think there needs to be a little clarity here.
Convertibles do not have PTM, correct.
Convertibles do have magnetic selective ride control, as well as TCS and Stabilitrack.
Coupes have PTM, the...
Forum: Camaro ZL1 Forum - ZL1 Specific Topics 12-23-2015, 10:43 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,073
Posted By Howdie_
That's a really good point. Both the ZL1 and the...

That's a really good point. Both the ZL1 and the Z28 have designed/integrated aero systems for their respective cars. Mixing the two would not likely be an "improvement". As well, I would be...
Forum: Camaro ZL1 Forum - ZL1 Specific Topics 12-02-2015, 04:10 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,071
Posted By Howdie_
The ZL1 is not "much much louder". The Scat Pack...

The ZL1 is not "much much louder". The Scat Pack is louder, and it sounds better. And with break in, it's getting louder yet. Oh, yes, I have the fuse pulled, so I am always on loud mode on the Z....
Forum: Camaro ZL1 Forum - ZL1 Specific Topics 12-01-2015, 09:43 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,071
Posted By Howdie_
759164 Here's the Scat Pack

759164
Here's the Scat Pack
Forum: Camaro ZL1 Forum - ZL1 Specific Topics 12-01-2015, 09:17 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,071
Posted By Howdie_
Well, interesting question, I happen to own both...

Well, interesting question, I happen to own both cars, including a 2015 Scat Pack Sublime green M6 (call it SP). Actually the Challenger is the wife's car. They are both awesome to drive. Neither...
Forum: Camaro ZL1 Forum - ZL1 Specific Topics 11-27-2015, 11:50 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 7,904
Posted By Howdie_
So, are the low VIN number 2013 MY ZL1's rare and...

So, are the low VIN number 2013 MY ZL1's rare and worth more?
I own serial #00009, yes the 9th car for 2013. It is a Rally Yellow, Convertible, M6 ZL1. One of only 50 in that configuration for 2013....
Forum: Camaro ZL1 Forum - ZL1 Specific Topics 10-04-2015, 01:11 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,137
Posted By Howdie_
+1 for Roto-Fab. I don't think you will really...

+1 for Roto-Fab. I don't think you will really hear the whine on a daily commute, it is subdued IMO. You will hear it WOT.
Forum: Camaro ZL1 Forum - ZL1 Specific Topics 10-02-2015, 04:19 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 11,048
Posted By Howdie_
Yes, Jayno, agreed. We're good. You presented...

Yes, Jayno, agreed. We're good. You presented your opinion without flaming anyone, I respect that. Cool man!

The OP will choose the headers he wants based on all of his research (some of it...
Forum: Camaro ZL1 Forum - ZL1 Specific Topics 10-02-2015, 03:55 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 11,048
Posted By Howdie_
I will let your logic stand on its own. I secede...

I will let your logic stand on its own. I secede to your business acumen, support of eastern adversarial economies, friendly advice and outstanding grammar.
Forum: Camaro ZL1 Forum - ZL1 Specific Topics 10-02-2015, 02:58 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 11,048
Posted By Howdie_
Is it not clear that better quality products are...

Is it not clear that better quality products are more expensive? Generally, Kooks, ARH, Dynatech, are respected by all, use 304 Stainless, are made in America and cost more.

Stainless Power are...
Forum: Camaro ZL1 Forum - ZL1 Specific Topics 10-01-2015, 06:12 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 14,291
Posted By Howdie_
Reading the TSB made my eyebrows go up,...

Reading the TSB made my eyebrows go up, "sometimes reported being heard from the front" sounds like my "moan". I thought the electric steering made the noise.....?
Forum: Camaro ZL1 Forum - ZL1 Specific Topics 09-30-2015, 12:01 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 11,048
Posted By Howdie_
The manufacturers will tell you there are no...

The manufacturers will tell you there are no losses with their matching cats. IMO the cats should be put on, they DO reduce emissions and will dampen the sound somewhat.

I personally love American...
Forum: Camaro ZL1 Forum - ZL1 Specific Topics 09-30-2015, 11:43 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 7,130
Posted By Howdie_
"Does anyone know how often the car does a timing...

"Does anyone know how often the car does a timing reset?"

According to Ted Jannetty, on another thread, he says the table resets to high with each fillup, so if true, you would never need to do a...
Forum: Camaro ZL1 Forum - ZL1 Specific Topics 09-28-2015, 02:13 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 7,130
Posted By Howdie_
Forgot to say, tap the Stabilitrack/TCS button...

Forgot to say, tap the Stabilitrack/TCS button twice to enter competitive mode.
Forum: Camaro ZL1 Forum - ZL1 Specific Topics 09-28-2015, 01:56 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 7,130
Posted By Howdie_
You don't have PTM, but you do have control over...

You don't have PTM, but you do have control over the systems. You want to get into competitive mode. This will show TCS as off, and Stabilitrack as off (the lights), plus the DIC will indicate...
Forum: Camaro ZL1 Forum - ZL1 Specific Topics 09-18-2015, 10:02 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,353
Posted By Howdie_
It won't affect warranty, just put the fuse back...

It won't affect warranty, just put the fuse back in if you are antsy when you visit the dealer. Being an Instrumentation Technologist, I can guess how they set it up (but don't know for sure)....
Forum: Camaro ZL1 Forum - ZL1 Specific Topics 09-18-2015, 09:45 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 23,563
Posted By Howdie_
:mad0259:Agree with the point that there are car...

:mad0259:Agree with the point that there are car washes that can be used. Find the right one, and nothing touches your car and no tracks to drive in. Touchless works well in most situations, then...
Forum: Camaro ZL1 Forum - ZL1 Specific Topics 09-14-2015, 02:05 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,732
Posted By Howdie_
Yes, quite rare. 114 Rally Yellow Convertible...

Yes, quite rare. 114 Rally Yellow Convertible ZL1's were built for 2013 MY. 50 are manual, 64 are auto.

Only year with those taillights, and that shade of yellow. Mine is a manual, serial number...
Forum: Camaro ZL1 Forum - ZL1 Specific Topics 08-06-2015, 03:20 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 5,511
Posted By Howdie_
Angrybits - my car "runs rough" when I first...

Angrybits - my car "runs rough" when I first start it too, kind of like it has a cam with lots of overlap. It quickly (within a few seconds or so) clicks into a smooth idle (a bit higher RPM), like...
Forum: Camaro ZL1 Forum - ZL1 Specific Topics 08-06-2015, 02:37 PM
Replies: 100
Views: 9,856
Posted By Howdie_
Cool thread. My responses are for...

Cool thread.
My responses are for cool/modified, not every day cars that I have owned:

77 Monte Carlo 350 auto (border line)
79 Trans Am 403 auto
77 Corvette 350 manual
82 S-10 2.8L manual...
Forum: Canada 05-11-2015, 05:35 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,533
Posted By Howdie_
Something to think about, no sales tax in...

Something to think about, no sales tax in Alberta, just GST.
Forum: Camaro ZL1 Forum - ZL1 Specific Topics 05-05-2015, 04:31 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 9,459
Posted By Howdie_
2013 ZL1 'vert M6, Rally Yellow, Beaumont, Ab.

2013 ZL1 'vert M6, Rally Yellow, Beaumont, Ab.
Forum: Camaro ZL1 Forum - ZL1 Specific Topics 05-01-2015, 05:33 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,483
Posted By Howdie_
I still am amazed at the ZL1, the ride, handling...

I still am amazed at the ZL1, the ride, handling and power. My 2 cents, the headers may fit but the exhaust system on this car is already awesome, and not really a bottleneck until you get into...
Forum: Camaro ZL1 Forum - ZL1 Specific Topics 04-29-2015, 03:45 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 13,510
Posted By Howdie_
I think the issue is more about it being a...

I think the issue is more about it being a convertible than a manual or auto. I would want to hear directly from the track that no rollover protection is ok. It isn't where I am from. I track a BMW...
Forum: Canada 04-28-2015, 05:39 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,387
Posted By Howdie_
I also really like Auto Obsessed in Edmonton. The...

I also really like Auto Obsessed in Edmonton. The selection is incredible. I do a lot of detailing, including power polishing, sanding and polishing metals, etc. He recommended aluminum polish to me...
Forum: Camaro ZL1 Forum - ZL1 Specific Topics 04-27-2015, 12:17 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 7,883
Posted By Howdie_
Uh, yup! I'm not talking about that long of a...

Uh, yup! I'm not talking about that long of a wait and do you really believe the oil industrial complex will allow the outright stoppage of fossil fuel burning vehicles?

Not recommending this as...
Forum: Camaro ZL1 Forum - ZL1 Specific Topics 04-27-2015, 11:36 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 7,883
Posted By Howdie_
My opinion, though no one asked for it, is that...

My opinion, though no one asked for it, is that if you hang on long enough, eventually these cars will surpass in dollars what you paid for it. You have to be in for the long haul, but the cars are...
Forum: Camaro ZL1 Forum - ZL1 Specific Topics 04-27-2015, 11:26 AM
Replies: 290
Views: 103,679
Posted By Howdie_
So, I installed a Roto Fab CAI and did the video...

So, I installed a Roto Fab CAI and did the video method of bypass valve adjustment. I finally got a chance to drive the car. I cannot believe the difference in power this car makes, seat of the...
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