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2016+ Camaro: 6th Gen Camaro general forum
07-14-2016, 09:32 PM
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Inspected a '17, is this typical?
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4,453
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The_Driver
Man, those strut towers look like crap. What's...
Man, those strut towers look like crap. What's with all the aluminum flash on the surface?
I realize they had to go to aluminum strut towers to save on weight, but the way they are riveted on to...
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5th Gen Camaro SS LS LT General Discussions
07-13-2016, 02:11 PM
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30
To good to be true ???????????????
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3,957
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The_Driver
Don't tell that to the 6th gen owners. Most of...
Don't tell that to the 6th gen owners. Most of them probably paid at least $30k for their V6's. In fact, I've seen some reach almost $40k on certain models.
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2016+ Camaro: 6th Gen Camaro general forum
07-12-2016, 09:03 PM
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RIP...
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9,297
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The_Driver
:facepalm:
:facepalm:
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2016+ Camaro: 6th Gen Camaro general forum
07-12-2016, 08:38 PM
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I drove a 17
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5,649
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The_Driver
I don't think it's the government per se. I just...
I don't think it's the government per se. I just think it's GM not providing that feature because of the smaller dimensions of the interior in that area on the Alpha platform.
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Camaro Issues / Problems | Warranty Discussions | TSB and Recalls
07-12-2016, 03:27 PM
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Dealer installed ground effects
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4,748
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The_Driver
The side skirts on the 6th gens go almost half...
The side skirts on the 6th gens go almost half way up the body on the 1/4 panel. So, it's going to cost some bucks to fix those chipped areas because they will want to respray the whole panel. ...
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Camaro V6 LFX Engine, Exhaust, and Bolt-Ons
07-12-2016, 02:55 PM
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The WOT at only 4k rpm and above thing....
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The_Driver
So, even if we were able to achieve 100% throttle...
So, even if we were able to achieve 100% throttle opening below 4k rpm, the gains would be minimal then?
Hmm, I wonder why HP tuners would say that? If there are no additional tables, then...
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5th Gen Camaro SS LS LT General Discussions
07-12-2016, 02:14 PM
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Another Camaro dipped
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The_Driver
I think you need a spray booth to do it flawless...
I think you need a spray booth to do it flawless though. Also, I've read that on certain colors the dip can stain the paint underneath if left on for a long time. Is that true?
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Camaro V6 LFX Engine, Exhaust, and Bolt-Ons
07-11-2016, 06:03 PM
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The WOT at only 4k rpm and above thing....
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The_Driver
If it's hard coded in the ECU, I wonder if there...
If it's hard coded in the ECU, I wonder if there is a work around in the tuning? I'm sure this WOT restriction is costing us something in performance times.
I can't believe with all the talent we...
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2016+ Camaro: 6th Gen Camaro general forum
07-11-2016, 05:42 PM
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Official 2017 Camaro Playbook
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The_Driver
The 1984 Z28 had either the standard LG4 rated at...
The 1984 Z28 had either the standard LG4 rated at 145HP or the newly available L69 H.O. rated at 190 HP. However, many reported (at the time) that the L69 pumped out more like 205HP at the crank.
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Wheels and Tires Talk
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07-11-2016, 05:06 PM
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Wheel weight adhesive issue
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1,612
Posted By
The_Driver
I use M.E.K. Works beautifully.
I use M.E.K. Works beautifully.
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Camaro V8 LS3 / L99 Engine, Exhaust, and Bolt-Ons
07-11-2016, 11:17 AM
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3
Oil puddles
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The_Driver
What is the purpose of the "check valve" that you...
What is the purpose of the "check valve" that you now offer as an "option" for the catch cans?
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5th Gen Camaro SS LS LT General Discussions
07-11-2016, 11:10 AM
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OEM wheel studs longer than (part# 11588810)?
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The_Driver
OEM wheel studs longer than (part# 11588810)?
I did a search and it seems like the Silverado/Express 2500 HD wheel studs (part #11588810) are the longest GM wheel studs you can get for the Camaro. They provide up to 7 mm more thread on the...
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Wheels and Tires Talk
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07-10-2016, 05:44 PM
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Longest GM wheel studs made for a Camaro?
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The_Driver
Longest GM wheel studs made for a Camaro?
I'd like to put 15 mm wheel spacers on my car to bring the wheels closer out to the edge of the body.
The GM wheel studs (part # 11588810) provide up to 7 mm more useable threaded section. If...
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V6 LGX Engine, Exhaust, and Bolt-Ons
07-10-2016, 05:27 PM
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Bad news LGX! Carbon Deposits!
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33,471
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The_Driver
Aren't we splitting hairs here? 100cc is not...
Aren't we splitting hairs here? 100cc is not going to make one engine run fine on regular and the other to require premium to run at peak efficiency. These engines are similar enough to assume that...
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2016+ Camaro: 6th Gen Camaro general forum
07-10-2016, 05:03 PM
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Driver Side View Mirror
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The_Driver
Get the part number and order it online. Much...
Get the part number and order it online. Much cheaper that way. The junkyard may want you to purchase the whole mirror assembly to get the glass. That is, if you can even find a wrecked 6th gen...
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5th Gen Camaro SS LS LT General Discussions
07-10-2016, 04:47 PM
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Where to lose weight
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The_Driver
I think the front seats alone are around 45+ lbs...
I think the front seats alone are around 45+ lbs each. Aftermarket 18's could save up to 10-15 lbs per wheel over the heavy OEM 20's which would equal even more in unsprung weight. Braille battery...
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Suspension / Brakes / Chassis
07-10-2016, 08:37 AM
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Best bang for buck 2015 v6 camaro upgrades; suspension
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3,046
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The_Driver
Purely cosmetic? GM installs them on the...
Purely cosmetic? GM installs them on the convertible models so there must be a good reason other than purely cosmetic.
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Camaro V6 LFX Engine, Exhaust, and Bolt-Ons
07-09-2016, 09:36 AM
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The WOT at only 4k rpm and above thing....
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The_Driver
The WOT at only 4k rpm and above thing....
Since no one here has been able to defeat the stock WOT until 4k rpm limiter, not even Overkill I believe, can we speculate how much faster we would be if we didn't have that?
And, why hasn't no...
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5th Gen Camaro SS LS LT General Discussions
07-09-2016, 09:18 AM
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51
I let my sister drive my car, and come home to this..
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The_Driver
That's good to hear. I'm glad he was able to fix...
That's good to hear. I'm glad he was able to fix it. They can do amazing work. Your car is one of my favorites on here. Do you participate in any car clubs in the Inland Empire area?
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5th Gen Camaro SS LS LT General Discussions
07-08-2016, 09:47 PM
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51
I let my sister drive my car, and come home to this..
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12,550
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The_Driver
Any pics of what the door looks like now? ...
Any pics of what the door looks like now?
That's a tough one for PDR right on the door edge like that. Usually, they can't guarantee 100% correction on an edge dent. Also, looks like the paint...
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5th Gen Camaro SS LS LT General Discussions
07-08-2016, 09:39 PM
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31
79,000 miles too much?
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6,450
Posted By
The_Driver
Why never above 8K? I've purchased many older GM...
Why never above 8K? I've purchased many older GM "performance" vehicles with at least 69K miles on them and never had a problem. Are the 5th gens not as long lasting or something?
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V6 LGX Engine, Exhaust, and Bolt-Ons
07-08-2016, 09:21 PM
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89
Bad news LGX! Carbon Deposits!
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33,471
Posted By
The_Driver
Well, the major things like the block, 3.6L...
Well, the major things like the block, 3.6L displacement, bore and stroke, 60* degree bank angle, DOHC 4-valve per cylinder heads, VVT and direct injection architecture is almost the same. Heck,...
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2016+ Camaro: 6th Gen Camaro general forum
07-08-2016, 08:42 PM
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7
6Gen Camaro Rental at Alamo
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3,118
Posted By
The_Driver
What's the typical rate for one of these? I...
What's the typical rate for one of these? I haven't seen any at the local rental lots around here yet.
An SS would be nice to rent for a day, but it would probably be super expensive though.
Forum:
5th Gen Camaro SS LS LT General Discussions
07-08-2016, 08:34 PM
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45
Traded in today
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6,438
Posted By
The_Driver
I don't know how you guys do it. When I buy a...
I don't know how you guys do it. When I buy a vehicle, I usually keep them a minimum of 10 years. Even leasing is not that great. You have mileage restrictions and can never build equity. What I...
Forum:
Camaro V6 LFX Engine, Exhaust, and Bolt-Ons
07-08-2016, 08:25 PM
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14
Intake valve cleaning at 69k
Views:
7,754
Posted By
The_Driver
Well, it has one port on top of the can that goes...
Well, it has one port on top of the can that goes to the PCV tube fitting coming from the passenger-side valve cover. Then, another port on the side of the can that goes to the modified tube...
Forum:
Camaro V6 LFX Engine, Exhaust, and Bolt-Ons
07-08-2016, 10:10 AM
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14
Intake valve cleaning at 69k
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7,754
Posted By
The_Driver
So, if I have just the Elite E2 catch can...
So, if I have just the Elite E2 catch can (without any check valves) with the Elite clean side separator (the one that replaces the stock oil fill cap), then this setup is not as good as the pic...
Forum:
V6 LGX Engine, Exhaust, and Bolt-Ons
07-08-2016, 09:58 AM
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89
Bad news LGX! Carbon Deposits!
Views:
33,471
Posted By
The_Driver
Yeah, it is. Look at this..... 1. Aluminum...
Yeah, it is. Look at this.....
1. Aluminum deep skirt block from the LFX mill. Check!
2. A forged steel crankshaft. Check!
3. High strength connecting rods with polymer coated pistons....
Forum:
5th Gen Camaro SS LS LT General Discussions
07-07-2016, 02:38 PM
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46
Goodbye - Leaving the Camaro Community
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9,631
Posted By
The_Driver
Well, hopefully after the seal was blown, it led...
Well, hopefully after the seal was blown, it led to this....
Forum:
2016+ Camaro: 6th Gen Camaro general forum
07-07-2016, 02:22 PM
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112
More bad stuff.....
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45,569
Posted By
The_Driver
You must work for a junkyard then. The prices...
You must work for a junkyard then. The prices the full service yards charge for a part equals about the same as it would cost for a brand new part from GM parts cheap direct, usually. And, in a lot...
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2016+ Camaro: 6th Gen Camaro general forum
07-06-2016, 07:59 PM
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849
June 2016 Camaro Sales Figures (and vs. Mustang & Challenger)
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170,184
Posted By
The_Driver
I agree. The front half of the car looks good,...
I agree. The front half of the car looks good, but then it loses it's luster after the B-pillar. The dropped rear shoulder line and the lowered rear wheel well height on the body makes the car look...
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