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Forum: 5th Gen Camaro SS LS LT General Discussions 04-02-2024, 10:46 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 310
Posted By hawkyV8
My car is lowered with coilovers and rides on 18"...

My car is lowered with coilovers and rides on 18" wheels. And I have a front splitter. There is no way I can get a low profile jack under the front without first driving onto some wood blocks. It's a...
Forum: Camaro V8 LS3 / L99 Engine, Exhaust, and Bolt-Ons 02-19-2024, 03:03 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 662
Posted By hawkyV8
Measuring each one and getting the correct length...

Measuring each one and getting the correct length just as important as the brand of pushrod.
Forum: 5th Gen Camaro SS LS LT General Discussions 12-11-2023, 02:11 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,035
Posted By hawkyV8
VERY VERY cool!

VERY VERY cool!
Forum: 5th Gen Camaro SS LS LT General Discussions 09-13-2023, 08:40 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 538
Posted By hawkyV8
16' is not long enough. Gotta have at least 18'...

16' is not long enough. Gotta have at least 18' and ideally 20'. Strongly encouraged you to get a tilt deck or at least a beavertail type dropdown deck.
Forum: 5th Gen Camaro SS LS LT General Discussions 08-03-2023, 08:54 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,365
Posted By hawkyV8
I bought my 2010 SS four years ago with 180,000...

I bought my 2010 SS four years ago with 180,000 miles on it. Of course I was very concerned buying such a high mileage car , let alone a performance car.


But when I drove it I couldn't believe...
Forum: 5th Gen Camaro SS LS LT General Discussions 07-31-2023, 09:20 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,138
Posted By hawkyV8
Your set up is almost identical to mine. Only...

Your set up is almost identical to mine. Only difference is my car has stock heads and TB. It made 484 whp on a mild spring day. As others have mentioned, so many different variables that effect the...
Forum: 5th Gen Camaro SS LS LT General Discussions 07-12-2023, 10:59 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 670
Posted By hawkyV8
I installed the Pedders XA on my 2010 about 3...

I installed the Pedders XA on my 2010 about 3 months ago. Haven't had any real issues. Still using the stock suspension otherwise. Sorry I can't be of much help. Only problem is I forgot to put...
Forum: 5th Gen Camaro SS LS LT General Discussions 05-16-2023, 10:18 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,886
Posted By hawkyV8
Welcome and congrats. 1. I wouldn't...

Welcome and congrats.



1. I wouldn't focus too much on the number of miles. What's more important is how many owners the car has had. Was it well taken care of? What climate has it spent it's...
Forum: Road Course/Track and Autocross 05-01-2023, 09:02 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,019
Posted By hawkyV8
I never knew about this track. I live in eastern...

I never knew about this track. I live in eastern Iowa so it's not too far from me. How long was the session? Did you get a fair amount of driving instruction? $300 seems like a pretty fair price if...
Forum: 5th Gen Camaro SS LS LT General Discussions 04-10-2023, 09:45 AM
Replies: 26,840
Views: 7,408,627
Posted By hawkyV8
Installed Pedders XA coilovers this weekend....

Installed Pedders XA coilovers this weekend. Looks fantastic and handles amazing. Can't wait to track it! Little bit concerned about ground clearance though. With 18" wheels the car has less than 2"...
Forum: 5th Gen Camaro SS LS LT General Discussions 03-30-2023, 09:30 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,635
Posted By hawkyV8
I did the heater hose reroute on mine a few years...

I did the heater hose reroute on mine a few years ago. You can just get two generic hoses with a 90 elbow and they work just as well and are completely out of the way. Look for an old thread that...
Forum: Road Course/Track and Autocross 01-11-2023, 08:35 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,001
Posted By hawkyV8
Sounds like your car is set up to be a beast! ...

Sounds like your car is set up to be a beast!


My car is a manual so I can only offer a tip on your last question. I would start in the 32-34psi range. Obviously the temps will go up up as you...
Forum: 5th Gen Camaro SS LS LT General Discussions 11-07-2022, 09:18 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,707
Posted By hawkyV8
I trailer mine 8-10 times a summer for autocross....

I trailer mine 8-10 times a summer for autocross. I use the oval shaped holes in the frame to anchor the car. They are double thickness and my standard HD ratchet strap hooks fit into the holes with...
Forum: Camaro V8 LS3 / L99 Engine, Exhaust, and Bolt-Ons 10-03-2022, 10:19 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,129
Posted By hawkyV8
Need more information. Are you referring to the...

Need more information. Are you referring to the hoses that go to the heater core? What connectors are you talking about? Are you trying to reroute the hoses so they don't lay on top of the intake...
Forum: 5th Gen Camaro SS LS LT General Discussions 08-30-2022, 08:32 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,701
Posted By hawkyV8
https://www.camaro5.com/forums/data:image/jpeg;bas...

https://www.camaro5.com/forums/data:image/jpeg;base64,/9j/4AAQSkZJRgABAQEASABIAAD/2wBDAAYEBQYFBAYGBQYHBwYIChAKCgkJChQODwwQFxQYGBcUFhYaHSUfGhsjHBYWICwgIyYnKSopGR8tMC0oMCUoKSj/2wBDAQcHBwoIChMKChMoGhYaKC...
Forum: 5th Gen Camaro SS LS LT General Discussions 08-17-2022, 08:38 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,918
Posted By hawkyV8
I have the BMR mounts and a Stage III cam from...

I have the BMR mounts and a Stage III cam from BTR. It's not bad at all. There really wasn't much increase in NVH since I installed them. The car has a nice and subtle shake at the stoplight that I...
Forum: 5th Gen Camaro SS LS LT General Discussions 06-22-2022, 07:01 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,790
Posted By hawkyV8
I had the FM Outlaw system in my car and I didn't...

I had the FM Outlaw system in my car and I didn't make it 6 months before I had to make a change. The drone on the highway was just too much.
But I remedied the problem just by swapping out...
Forum: 5th Gen Camaro SS LS LT General Discussions 05-17-2022, 10:11 AM
Replies: 26,840
Views: 7,408,627
Posted By hawkyV8
Beat the piss out of it at the first autoX of the...

Beat the piss out of it at the first autoX of the season. Other than starter heat soak issues, she begs for more everytime.
Forum: Camaro V8 LS3 / L99 Engine, Exhaust, and Bolt-Ons 02-25-2022, 09:00 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,105
Posted By hawkyV8
oil pressure switch ADAPTER

Is anyone using one of these?


https://aeroflowperformance.com/af166-05-02s-ls-chevy-oil-pressure-adapter

The reason I'm asking is because I would like to run a mechanical gauge but don't want...
Forum: 5th Gen Camaro SS LS LT General Discussions 02-17-2022, 08:57 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,650
Posted By hawkyV8
yup mine are BBK and they came coated. Still look...

yup mine are BBK and they came coated. Still look brand new.
Forum: Camaro V8 LS3 / L99 Engine, Exhaust, and Bolt-Ons 02-15-2022, 07:01 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,077
Posted By hawkyV8
As others have said, start with the oil pressure...

As others have said, start with the oil pressure switch. Those are notorious for failing.
Forum: 5th Gen Camaro SS LS LT General Discussions 01-25-2022, 07:17 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,315
Posted By hawkyV8
Got my BBK headers from Steve at RDP. They came...

Got my BBK headers from Steve at RDP. They came ceramic coated. They fit perfectly and look the same today as they did the first day I installed them. Almost a polished aluminum looking finish. They...
Forum: Camaro V8 LS3 / L99 Engine, Exhaust, and Bolt-Ons 01-04-2022, 07:19 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,451
Posted By hawkyV8
You could use a mechanic's stethoscope to better...

You could use a mechanic's stethoscope to better determine where the sound is coming from.


I would definitely suggest removing the heads so you can replace the head gaskets. Then reinstall with...
Forum: 5th Gen Camaro SS LS LT General Discussions 12-03-2021, 12:49 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 903
Posted By hawkyV8
Not talking about wheel studs. The axle nut holds...

Not talking about wheel studs. The axle nut holds the hub to the axle. One per side.
Forum: 5th Gen Camaro SS LS LT General Discussions 12-03-2021, 08:42 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 903
Posted By hawkyV8
You might try just stopping in at your local GM...

You might try just stopping in at your local GM dealership. They can usually get parts the next day. It's worked for me in the past. Not sure about the LT axle nut but on the SS the torque spec is...
Forum: Camaro V8 LS3 / L99 Engine, Exhaust, and Bolt-Ons 11-29-2021, 03:10 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,301
Posted By hawkyV8
Kind of a lot to unpack here. I can't speak to...

Kind of a lot to unpack here. I can't speak to any of the Cali related problems because thankfully I live in the midwest.


As far as the lifter knock goes there are a few things you or your shop...
Forum: 5th Gen Camaro SS LS LT General Discussions 11-16-2021, 07:07 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,494
Posted By hawkyV8
Looks good. I have a similar looking one also...

Looks good. I have a similar looking one also from Speed Dawg. I didn't need a special adapter though.
Forum: Camaro V8 LS3 / L99 Engine, Exhaust, and Bolt-Ons 11-15-2021, 10:09 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 865
Posted By hawkyV8
yup, what he said ^^^

yup, what he said ^^^
Forum: 5th Gen Camaro SS LS LT General Discussions 11-09-2021, 03:07 PM
Replies: 83
Views: 11,187
Posted By hawkyV8
Nope. Best thing I ever did for my car.

Nope. Best thing I ever did for my car.
Forum: Camaro V8 LS3 / L99 Engine, Exhaust, and Bolt-Ons 10-19-2021, 07:13 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,864
Posted By hawkyV8
You can leave the oil in. Strongly encourage you...

You can leave the oil in. Strongly encourage you to replace the pilot bearing while you're there.
18 ft./lb. on the cover and 37 ft/lb on the bellhousing
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