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Forum: 2016+ Camaro: 6th Gen Camaro general forum 11-05-2022, 12:19 PM
Replies: 174
Views: 29,263
Posted By Cool SS
The tensioner twice, the SC belt pulley broke...

The tensioner twice, the SC belt pulley broke off, then the shaft broke. Car was repaired twice by Whipple's recommended tech on their dime. I think the shaft had issues all along causing all the...
Forum: 2016+ Camaro: 6th Gen Camaro general forum 11-05-2022, 02:32 AM
Replies: 174
Views: 29,263
Posted By Cool SS
I would get a ZL1 and add E85, Headers, Cat Back,...

I would get a ZL1 and add E85, Headers, Cat Back, CAI, 1LE replica wing, 1LE front canards, 1LE front spoiler, and 1LE sized wheels and tires. I wouldn't get a ZL1 1LE because I don't want the 1LE...
Forum: Forced Induction Discussions 11-05-2022, 02:05 AM
Replies: 381
Views: 43,528
Posted By Cool SS
I had a 2.9. It broke 4 times in 10 months. ...

I had a 2.9. It broke 4 times in 10 months. Never did anything crazy with it. Never had a chance cuz the car was always in the shop. Took it off and did some NA mods and the car has been reliable,...
Forum: Forced Induction Discussions 03-03-2022, 12:22 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,116
Posted By Cool SS
Whipple 2.9 failed me 5 times in less than a...

Whipple 2.9 failed me 5 times in less than a year. Twice after Whipple's recommended guy did the repairs and system checks.
Forum: Forced Induction Discussions 11-28-2021, 02:46 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,577
Posted By Cool SS
I seem to be traveling after each time I start a...

I seem to be traveling after each time I start a thread and I'm not able to immediately sit down and engage with all of the comments. Thanks for all the comments, sympathies, and advice. I do...
Forum: Forced Induction Discussions 11-17-2021, 01:39 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,577
Posted By Cool SS
4th Whipple failure in 8 months.

*Moving this from the forced induction classifieds to its correct place*



It happened again. Watch the vid. The previous failures happened 2-3 months after install/repair. I was waiting to...
Forum: Forced Induction 11-16-2021, 01:42 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,379
Posted By Cool SS
Moderators, I just realized I placed this in the...

Moderators, I just realized I placed this in the Forced Induction Classifieds and not the regular Forced Induction forum. Please move this thread to its proper place.
Forum: Forced Induction 11-16-2021, 01:41 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,379
Posted By Cool SS
This time it's the upper pulley. The previous...

This time it's the upper pulley. The previous three times it was the tensioner pulley.

I contacted Whipple about this before I posted here. Still haven't heard back from them. Last incident I...
Forum: Forced Induction 11-15-2021, 04:08 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,379
Posted By Cool SS
4th Whipple failure in 8 months.

It happened again. Watch the vid. The previous failures happened 2-3 months after install/repair. I was waiting to get out of this window of time to do an update. The last failure took place July...
Forum: V8 - Engine, Exhaust, Bolt-Ons, Tuning Equipment 09-06-2021, 02:33 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 386
Posted By Cool SS
Cold Air Intake - K&N 63-3092

K&N 63-3092

Opened box but never installed. Air filter never opened. I'm selling because the elbow does not fit my supercharger. If you have a naturaly aspirated 6th-gen SS this is the CIA you...
Forum: V8 - Engine, Exhaust, Bolt-Ons, Tuning Equipment 09-06-2021, 02:18 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 430
Posted By Cool SS
MBRP Axleback T409 Steel

MBRP Axleback T409 Steel


Used - Asking $400

V8 version

Riverside, CA

Local Pickup Only
Forum: Forced Induction Discussions 08-08-2021, 09:33 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,767
Posted By Cool SS
My tensioner idler pulley has failed three times...

My tensioner idler pulley has failed three times since march. I can barely get 500 miles between each failure. I don't do any machining but I can sure use some of those shims you made. Your car...
Forum: Forced Induction Discussions 08-08-2021, 08:03 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 6,501
Posted By Cool SS
Where can I get the tensioner bearings? Do you...

Where can I get the tensioner bearings? Do you have a link you can share?
Forum: Forced Induction Discussions 08-08-2021, 07:01 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,767
Posted By Cool SS
4 years later and I'm having similar problems. ...

4 years later and I'm having similar problems. Wish I saw this thread before purchasing a Whipple. Since March of this year it's been nothing but a pain in the @$$ and an endless money pit.
Forum: Forced Induction Discussions 08-01-2021, 05:36 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 8,387
Posted By Cool SS
I agree that what was shared is great info. ...

I agree that what was shared is great info. Again, thank you to everyone who has shared helpful tips.

The title is my experience, my experience isn't unfair to Whipple, its unfair to me. ...
Forum: Forced Induction Discussions 08-01-2021, 05:13 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 8,387
Posted By Cool SS
After communicating with my installer Whipple...

After communicating with my installer Whipple sent out a whole new tensioner assembly the second time the pulley failed. Still failed a 3rd time. The installer used a laser alignment tool to make...
Forum: Forced Induction Discussions 07-31-2021, 02:15 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 8,387
Posted By Cool SS
Thanks for sharing this vid. I'm not sure if the...

Thanks for sharing this vid. I'm not sure if the cause is the same but it seems to be something very similar. Whatever it is, the wearing out of pulleys seems to be a common enough problem that...
Forum: Forced Induction Discussions 07-29-2021, 12:04 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 8,387
Posted By Cool SS
I appreciate all the post with helpful insight...

I appreciate all the post with helpful insight and tips.

Whipple has contacted me. We haven't finalized anything yet but I do appreciate them making the effort to start the process of getting...
Forum: Forced Induction Discussions 07-28-2021, 12:21 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 8,387
Posted By Cool SS
You seen one pic/vid you've seen them all - A...

You seen one pic/vid you've seen them all - A shredded belt, shredded hoses, fluids all over the engine, fluid all over the ground, a loose or broken pulley, car being hauled away on a flatbed. I...
Forum: Forced Induction Discussions 07-27-2021, 10:28 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 8,387
Posted By Cool SS
Yes, today was the 3rd time since March of this...

Yes, today was the 3rd time since March of this year. Very frustrating to say the least. I don't want to start naming other names publicly yet. The installer is a reputable LS/LT specialist shop...
Forum: Forced Induction Discussions 07-27-2021, 08:08 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 8,387
Posted By Cool SS
Installing a Whipple turned out to be a BIG MISTAKE

The video says it all. I regret having a Whipple installed on my Camaro. It has failed on me 3 times since I had it installed in March of this year. Whipple is pretty much saying it's my...
Forum: Photos | Videos | Renderings 07-07-2021, 07:27 PM
Replies: 721
Views: 386,044
Posted By Cool SS
California_Blaqcar and USS Theodore Roosevelt

https://hosting.photobucket.com/images/v175/jenkx11/CVN_71.heic?width=960&height=720&fit=bounds (https://app.photobucket.com/u/jenkx11/p/731450c0-3c91-4e15-ac88-b77f154eabed)


***FOLLOW UP***
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Forum: Suspension | Brakes | Chassis 06-24-2021, 04:37 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,524
Posted By Cool SS
250ft lbs ain't enough. Return that impact driver...

250ft lbs ain't enough. Return that impact driver and get the Dewalt 20V Max XR Impact Driver with 700 ft lbs torque & 1200ft of break away force. You'll thank me later. Strong enough for...
Forum: Forced Induction Discussions 05-20-2021, 05:05 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 875
Posted By Cool SS
Thank you. I did. They don't. I'm surprised...

Thank you. I did. They don't. I'm surprised there isn't a product on the market to address this. It's a rather simple solution. I am going to have to improvise from the elbow supplied with the...
Forum: Forced Induction Discussions 05-17-2021, 05:05 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 875
Posted By Cool SS
The Whipple changes the placement of the Throttle...

The Whipple changes the placement of the Throttle Body. I think what I need is an elbow designed for an LT4.
Forum: Forced Induction Discussions 05-16-2021, 10:06 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 875
Posted By Cool SS
Elbow for Whipple 2.9 to K&N 63-3092???

Where can I find an elbow that will connect the Whipple and K&N? Whipple 2.9 to a K&N 63-3092.
Forum: ZL1 Discussions 04-28-2021, 09:27 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 871
Posted By Cool SS
Thanks, great feedback.

Thanks, great feedback.
Forum: ZL1 Discussions 04-28-2021, 01:17 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 871
Posted By Cool SS
ZL1 Aftermarket Rotor Suggestions

ZL1 aftermarket rotor suggestions please. I've increased the go power of my SS. Picked up some ZL1 brake calipers to increase the stop power. I can find the OEM rotors but I'd like to check out...
Forum: Wheels / Tires 04-22-2021, 02:52 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,179
Posted By Cool SS
Bump - Price Reduction

Bump - Price Reduction
Forum: ZL1 Parts 04-20-2021, 09:21 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,363
Posted By Cool SS
The link you posted shows 6th Gen SS brake...

The link you posted shows 6th Gen SS brake calipers. This thread is about 6th Gen ZL1 calipers.
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