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Camaro V6 LLT Engine, Exhaust, and Bolt-Ons
11-13-2017, 07:32 PM
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Transmission Upgrade/ Replacement
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Sleepy
The problem seems to be the spacing between 1st...
The problem seems to be the spacing between 1st and 2nd gear is too much for performance driving. Combine that with short shifter give very little time for synchros to match a large amount of rpm...
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Suspension / Brakes / Chassis
10-07-2016, 01:06 AM
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Brembo brakes
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Sleepy
I originally thought a brake system designed for...
I originally thought a brake system designed for a 580hp car will be fine for a car with half the power. That's like short shifting a ZL1 at 3000 rpm. It didn't made sense to me at first but I gave...
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Suspension / Brakes / Chassis
10-05-2016, 08:01 PM
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Brembo brakes
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My understanding is larger brakes lower...
My understanding is larger brakes lower temperature and allow for less aggressive pads to be used on track. If 6-piston Brembos allow V6 cars to use stock pads on track, that will save the hassle of...
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Mechanical Maintenance: Break-in / Oil & Fluids / Servicing
12-03-2015, 10:31 AM
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Need to add coolant. Cannot get radiator cap off.
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Sleepy
I may have misunderstood your question. The...
I may have misunderstood your question. The reservoir cap by passenger headlamp twist until it stops and pull up. Radiator cap under the engine cover just twist off.
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Mechanical Maintenance: Break-in / Oil & Fluids / Servicing
12-03-2015, 10:25 AM
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Need to add coolant. Cannot get radiator cap off.
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Sleepy
Don't pull it. It'll just twist off counter...
Don't pull it. It'll just twist off counter clockwise. The tab is a stop to prevent over tightening.
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Wheels and Tires Talk
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11-23-2015, 10:16 AM
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Will they fit???
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Sleepy
8.5" will work great with 245/45 tire and give...
8.5" will work great with 245/45 tire and give you plenty of alignment options. Have you look into other ZL1 replica options? 20x10 will work with 275/40 as well.
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11-23-2015, 04:50 AM
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Will they fit???
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Sleepy
+40 is cutting it real close. The back is fine...
+40 is cutting it real close. The back is fine but the front will depend on wheel alignment. It might or might not rub with stock camber but if you to add any more negative camber for performance,...
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Camaro Z/28 Forum - Z/28 Specific Topics
11-19-2015, 11:27 PM
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OEM Bushing Info
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Sleepy
This is from z28 tech background powerpoint...
This is from z28 tech background powerpoint presentation.
¶ 25 percent stiffer lower trailing-link bushings on the rear
suspension improve lateral stiffness in cornering and reduce
wheel...
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Suspension / Brakes / Chassis
02-17-2015, 08:04 AM
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JP Superior Solutions New Product
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Sleepy
What a knockout comeback with strong product line...
What a knockout comeback with strong product line Pete. Welcome back! I have a couple of questions.
1) Do you plan to offer a version of this with shorter steering arms for quicker ratio and more...
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Suspension / Brakes / Chassis
06-16-2014, 10:50 AM
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Improved suspension camaro 1SS
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Sleepy
You have FE3 now and you can either change it to...
You have FE3 now and you can either change it to FE4 (2012+ SS coupe) or FE6 (1LE). FE4 will be a slight improvement but might not be enough for you. FE6 is a better choice if you are less sensitive...
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Suspension / Brakes / Chassis
05-22-2014, 03:09 PM
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Stiff suspension - 3-wheel action
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Sleepy
This is what happens when you have soft springs...
This is what happens when you have soft springs and big bars. Compression on one side lifts the wheel on the other side connected by big bar up in the air. Good for ride quality for a given roll...
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Suspension / Brakes / Chassis
04-02-2014, 07:41 PM
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BMR new front 2013+ sway bar
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Sleepy
Eibach lists FE3 front bar rate as 21 N/mm 120...
Eibach lists FE3 front bar rate as 21 N/mm 120 lbs/in and FE5 as 55 N/mm 315 lbs/in.
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Suspension / Brakes / Chassis
03-27-2014, 03:02 PM
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Installed Rear ZL1 Sway Bar - Banjo Bolt hitting on V6 Stock Brakes
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Sleepy
I didn't realize the pads were that cheap....
I didn't realize the pads were that cheap. Without changes to alignment or suspension geometry, caliper and sway bar will travel on the same arc so they will hit no matter what. It'll take 1.3" more...
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Suspension / Brakes / Chassis
03-26-2014, 05:20 PM
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Installed Rear ZL1 Sway Bar - Banjo Bolt hitting on V6 Stock Brakes
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Posted By
Sleepy
I think what ICTsccaCamaro was trying to say is...
I think what ICTsccaCamaro was trying to say is that lowering the car increases static negative camber. When you get alignment done to correct this, it brings the whole lower control arm + knuckle +...
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Suspension / Brakes / Chassis
03-20-2014, 03:19 PM
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Installed Rear ZL1 Sway Bar - Banjo Bolt hitting on V6 Stock Brakes
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Sleepy
Thanks for the pictures. Here is an idea. If the...
Thanks for the pictures. Here is an idea. If the brake pads are identical inside and outside, you can replace the outside pads only to push the calipers out and don't replace the half worn inside...
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Suspension / Brakes / Chassis
03-19-2014, 02:45 PM
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Installed Rear ZL1 Sway Bar - Banjo Bolt hitting on V6 Stock Brakes
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Posted By
Sleepy
Can you post a pic of it hitting along with the...
Can you post a pic of it hitting along with the thickness of your pads? I am curious how far the pads will have to wear in order for this to happen. You can also change the rotors too if it is worn....
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Suspension / Brakes / Chassis
03-06-2014, 04:34 AM
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Beating a dead horse
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Sleepy
I like how your questions are short, honest,...
I like how your questions are short, honest, focus, and to the point so i will beat on this dead horse too.
If you are concern with ride quality, skip the springs and go with height adjustable...
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Suspension / Brakes / Chassis
03-04-2014, 06:33 PM
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A sneak peak at our newly designed BMR rear lower control arms!
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12,999
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Sleepy
:thumbsup:
:thumbsup:
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Suspension / Brakes / Chassis
03-04-2014, 12:50 AM
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A sneak peak at our newly designed BMR rear lower control arms!
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12,999
Posted By
Sleepy
People post whatever they read on the internet...
People post whatever they read on the internet (not targeted towards anyone). What you are referring to is stiffness at the end link and you are right. But you also have to consider FE3 bar mount...
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Dragstrip and Launch Techniques Discussion
01-11-2014, 12:12 AM
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18" Drag Radials w/FE4 suspension warning
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3,200
Posted By
Sleepy
+1 Looking on the bright side, cutting the...
+1
Looking on the bright side, cutting the extra threads off is one way to reduce unsprung weight.
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Suspension / Brakes / Chassis
01-10-2014, 07:45 AM
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1LE Track Pack thoughts.
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1,337
Posted By
Sleepy
How did you install the cradle bushings? I figure...
How did you install the cradle bushings? I figure it'll be much harder since it is a single piece.
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Dragstrip and Launch Techniques Discussion
01-08-2014, 02:50 PM
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18" Drag Radials w/FE4 suspension warning
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3,200
Posted By
Sleepy
I think OP installed the endlink upside down.
I think OP installed the endlink upside down.
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Wheels and Tires Talk
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10-08-2013, 12:03 AM
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Besides looks, what's the advantage to going with fatter rims/tires?
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2,167
Posted By
Sleepy
The primary advantage of wider rims and tires is...
The primary advantage of wider rims and tires is that the tires will run cooler. This allows you to use tires with softer/stickier compound.
Wider rims and tires have very little effect, if any,...
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Camaro Z/28 Forum - Z/28 Specific Topics
07-23-2013, 04:47 AM
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21
GM High Tech Performance Article
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5,039
Posted By
Sleepy
Thanks!
Thanks!
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Camaro Z/28 Forum - Z/28 Specific Topics
07-22-2013, 11:47 AM
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21
GM High Tech Performance Article
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5,039
Posted By
Sleepy
Can you post the whole article?
Can you post the whole article?
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ZL1 Wheels/Tires
06-06-2013, 05:25 PM
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my 18" street/drag setup
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7,339
Posted By
Sleepy
looks like a very tight fit. very nice. any...
looks like a very tight fit. very nice. any problem with the sway bar in the rear at full compression or droop? also how much space is there between front caliper and inner barrel?
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Camaro Z/28 Forum - Z/28 Specific Topics
06-06-2013, 01:03 PM
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Z/28 in Car and Driver Magazine
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3,614
Posted By
Sleepy
Thanks for posting this even though it was hard...
Thanks for posting this even though it was hard to read. About 20% stiffer spring rate, slightly stiffer stabilizer bars, and stronger mounting points (end links?) are interesting.
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Camaro Z/28 Forum - Z/28 Specific Topics
04-01-2013, 02:27 PM
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Z/28 Radio -- None or single speaker?
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6,622
Posted By
Sleepy
jump to 2:00 ...
jump to 2:00
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QrAWwt0Nkr4
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Suspension / Brakes / Chassis
12-18-2012, 03:10 PM
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Dual Bearing Camber Plates
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9,177
Posted By
Sleepy
Great product Pete. What is the SAI stock and how...
Great product Pete. What is the SAI stock and how much can it be increased? Can it be used in conjunction with your F Caster alignment kit?
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Suspension / Brakes / Chassis
12-08-2012, 08:17 PM
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Towing with Camaro?
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2,003
Posted By
Sleepy
Camaro is rated to tow up to 1000 lbs.
Camaro is rated to tow up to 1000 lbs.
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