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Darth Emma's CGM 2SS/RS [COTW 10/11/10]
BUILT BY IPS MOTORSPORTS
World's Fastest IRS 5th Gen Camaro 8.40 @ 169 1300 rwhp http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3697/1...5cc075f5_h.jpg http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7453/1...abeed001_h.jpg Finals of the 5th Gen Camaro Shootout, October, 2013. 8.40 @ 169 mph. http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6023/...4d3fc019_o.jpg New Build 427 LSX engine - short block assembled by ERL Performance All Pro six-bolt cylinder heads All Pro Intake Manifold All Pro Valve covers Callies LS1 ultrabillet center-balanced crank shaft Comp Cam - custom spec Ross Pistons T&D rockers solid roller lifters IPS Motorsports Twin Turbo Kit with GT3794R Billet Turbos RPM Turbo 400 Transmission DSS 9" Rear Conversion Kit 2012 heater hoses custom 3 1/2" exhaust by IPS Motorsports IPS Motorsports 2010+ Camaro SS 15" Rear Wheel Conversion Package* Penske struts Pfadt subframe bushings Pfadt differential bushings Pfadt engine mounts Engine strut rod Pfadt sport sway bars Pfadt end links Aeromotive Pro Series Fuel Pump (model 11102) Aeromotive 16306 - BILLET FUEL PUMP SPEED CONTROLLER Weld Racing wheels Mickey Thompson ET Street Radial Pro tires P275/60R15 Street wheels:
Custom painted brake calipers (ZR1 blue - Showstopper) Slotted/dimpled brake rotors Stainless brake lines (IPS Motorsports) BilletAnything Black Billet Race Pedals Backup camera system with Gentex GNTX-657 mirror (GM part number 25794381), backup camera (Sony XA-R800C), and plug-and-play harness from 2SSRS (thanks, Ofer!) Heritage grill (from Rodger's Chevrolet) Street Scene Lower Valence Grill - black billet, cutout style (Part Number: 950-85228) purchased from Stillen.com SS emblems for grill and trunk from Sparks Restorations Roto-Fab Radiator Shroud Showstopper Premium Underhood Package Showstopper concept LED sidemarker lights MPD1 spoiler Custom painted taillight bezels by Showstopper Accessories Custom painted rear license plate frame from RPI Body Color XM Antenna (thanks to BeckyD@RodgersChevrolet) Custom painted hood spears by First Impressions Custom-made trunk mat with sound-dampening by The Carpet Workshop of Ohio 3M Clear Bra by Clear Bra Ohio Lloyds Mats Matte black "CAMARO" fender badges from overhaulengines Custom embroidered headrests by Embroidery Plus Quick Print Custom dyed interior stitching Custom Dash Plaque by EmblemPros Ghost Armor radio face protection Window Tint (35%) Taillight, Reverse Lights tint (by Chauffe Performance) Afterburner Taillight LED Kit (SMD) by AAC Style Plasma P13W Plasma LED bulbs DRLs from AAC Style[/URL] Interior LED Conversion Kit (dome and trunk light, soft blue ABL color) from AAC Style License plate LEDs from AAC Style Chrome Amber 3457 Stealth bulbs for front parking lights |
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Air Scoop Antenna Cold air intakes Backup camera system Brakes Cage 4679, 4774 Cam 4197 Clear bra DSS 9" Rear Conversion Kit 4195 Dyno sheets 122, 3172, 5688 Emblems and badges 74, 3198, Engine bay bling Exhaust Exhaust cutouts Fuel Pump 4159, 4197, Pro Series fuel pump 5559 Gauges - Race Pak 5708 Grills Head rests Headers Helmet 3302 Intake manifoldsIntercoolers 5250 Lifters (solid roller) 5545 Lighting
Parachute 5546 Rear end - Strange 9" with 389 Pro Gear (spool) 5671 Rockers (T&D) 5545 Seat - Kirkey Pro street drag aluminum seat with cover 5479 Shifter 110 Spoiler Steering wheel Subwoofers Supercharger Suspension upgradesTint 72 Tires: Mickey Thompson ET Street Radial Pro tires P275/60R15 5566 Torque converter Transmission - Turbo 400 5604 Trunk mat Turbos 4784 Valve covers 4151, All Pro 5531 Videos:Washer bottle WheelsIPS Motorsports 2010+ Camaro SS 15" Rear Wheel Conversion Package 5172 Weld Racing 15x10 rear 566, 5170 , Weld front skinnies 5203 |
I ordered my car on November 9, 2009. The dealer said it would take about 5 weeks and I might get it before Christmas. I thought he meant Christmas of this year. ;)
The TPW was set at 12/21, but that week has come and gone and my car is still listed as "order broadcast" on the tracking site. I have been very thankful to those who have posted pictures of their Camaros especially while I've been waiting for my car to arrive. I never get tired of looking at Camaros and reading others' stories about their cars. So, I'm starting this thread to begin telling the saga of a car I don't yet have. When I get it, I promise to post pictures and share mods too. I have ordered a 2SS/RS in CGM. Automatic. I can drive a stick, but I really just prefer automatics. Some might think that's not cool to drive an automatic Camaro. That's okay. You get what you like, I'm getting what I like. To each their own. I also ordered a trunk mat for it. I heard that it helps to dampen road noise (I do not plan on putting anything "messy" in my car). The interior is black leather. Sweet. So, that's what it will come with "stock." Here is what I am planning to do with my Camaro after I get it: Hood spears, glossy black with "SS" stenciled on them with the CGM peaking through. I know that the black won't stand out against the CGM. I want it to be subtle and classy. Paint the strip between the tail lights glossy black (the trunk strip). Black out the bow ties. My brother and a buddy of his do high-quality custom paint on cars. I may have them to the paint work, but he lives 400 miles from me. If they can do it over a long weekend, that might work. Purchased a set of blue LED lights to replace the dome light. I bought a set of 2 so I can do the trunk light too if I want to. I've already purchased a set of Lloyds mats with "Camaro SS" embroidered on them in black. Funny how much stuff I have purchased for a car I don't even have yet. I bought a "no drill" front license plate bracket on ebay. I'll take pictures and report on that too. Window tinting - think I'll go 35% sides and back. Ohio law says the front sides shouldn't be lower than 50%. I'm hoping I can get away with 35%. Debating on doing the following: I may black out the tail lights, backup lights, and side marker lights. I need to find a material to do this that will not wear out. I don't want to do it again and I want it to look good for a long long time. When I'm convinced that such a material exists, I'll do the lights. Blue LED footwell lighting. Have ******** put in 2 10" subs in the trunk with an amp. Going to wait to hear what the sound system sounds like first. Powder coat the wheels to a charcoal gray. Gill fades. LEDs for the daytime running lights. Okay, that's enough for a first post. Please feel free to comment on this work in progress. I'm counting on it. |
Have you tried spastic squirrel website to try and find your car? What dealer did you order from? I hope your car is built but I bet it is lost in the holiday shuffle.
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Yeah, I tried spastic squirrel. It doesn't show up. My dealer promised he'd call me as soon as he has a VIN and he is checking every morning (he said they get updates around mid morning). We want to do the paperwork before Jan. 1 if possible so I can take advantage of the tax break for 2009. But, no word yet.
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I got my VIN today! Thanks to BeckyD@RodgersChevrolet. She pm'd me this morning to tell me. My dealer also sent me an email around mid day to tell me I have a VIN. So, he was able to put my car into his computer system and check on the USAA rebate to see if I qualify and he said that I do. Ya me! I get an extra $750 off the price of the car. That's cool. He also mentioned that he thought the car should arrive sometime during the last week of January.
I ordered a dash plaque from dragonZ28 today too. The thread about those is here: http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=32234 Also, I have been pm'ing with steve at ******** as to what kind of subsystem to install in the trunk and how to install it. So, I made some progress today. |
She's almost HOME!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Oh I remember so well what you are feeling right now. Enjoy this, seriously. The wait is an exciting part of the process.
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I found the tint shop I'm going to use today. There is a shop in Columbus and they have a great reputation with the local shops that do tunes and mods. Mr. Tint. I called him and got a quote of $229 using the best "film" he has.
I also got the name of a custom paint shop for my spears and I sent them an email. Car update from the tracker says: "Status: Available to Ship from Rail Yard." It's getting close! |
Got another update this weekend. My car has been trucked to Dearborn, MI and is awaiting a truck to my dealer here in Ohio. I think I may get my car this week!
I've been spending my time reading the Junkman's threads on cleaning and maintaining the finish on my new car. Looks like Adam's polishes will be getting some of my money soon! Here are the 2 threads that link you to his videos (well worth watching all of them!): http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=59171 and http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=59649 |
Got the news today I have been waiting for. My car has been DISPATCHED from the rail yard in Dearborn, MI and is on its way to Ohio. w00t! I'm so psyched. Not sure I'll get much sleep tonight. The camera batteries are all charged up!
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Am I going to be seeing another CGM on campus soon? :D
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I'll stop the truck, grab the car and drive it there myself :sm0: SOOOO close. Can't wait to see all the pics. Post a bunch cause that's what we all like, lots of pics.:thumbup:
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Congrats!
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