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Forum: Member Car Journals 01-06-2013, 08:43 PM
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Posted By Fraxum
Yours too. ;) Every where I go I get looks,...

Yours too. ;)

Every where I go I get looks, thumbs up, followed into stores, talked to in traffic jams about the car, etc. Even though the 5th Gen is a common sight now. It must be the orange...
Forum: Member Car Journals 09-16-2012, 08:10 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 22,020
Posted By Fraxum
Before going to the drags I installed the Vararam...

Before going to the drags I installed the Vararam Wedge. I was very skeptical of this mod and still am not sure the benefit. I did not feel much, if any difference.

Here is a re-post of my...
Forum: Member Car Journals 09-03-2012, 12:17 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 22,020
Posted By Fraxum
At the Drags

The 5th Gen Camaro is an awesome fun generator. It is equally at home on a road track or at the drags.

So I finally got around to running at Atco. My thread asking for help is here:
...
Forum: Member Car Journals 05-28-2012, 09:07 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 22,020
Posted By Fraxum
Radius Rod Inserts

Installed Padders HD Radius Rod Inserts today. I chose the RR inserts over full bushing replacement purely for the easier install. And while there are different opinions on this the benefit of the...
Forum: Member Car Journals 05-22-2012, 01:54 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 22,020
Posted By Fraxum
There's an excellent DIY thread on the spare...

There's an excellent DIY thread on the spare topic here:

http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=212998
Forum: Member Car Journals 05-12-2012, 05:24 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 22,020
Posted By Fraxum
Spare Tire Neurosis

Edit: Randy's email address: performancespare@gmail.com

The lack of a spare with the SS has been nagging in the back of my mind since buying the car. I know I have AAA and perhaps free towing to...
Forum: Member Car Journals 04-16-2012, 08:39 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 22,020
Posted By Fraxum
Outer Trailing Arm Bushings Install

My Bushing Adventure repost:



445 rwhp is a mild LS3 cam and bolton number. So for sure something is wrong with that car or the break-in adds another 50 rwhp. Or fuse pull?

445 rwhp is 24%...
Forum: Member Car Journals 04-16-2012, 08:22 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 22,020
Posted By Fraxum
New pics. These were before I put the car on...

New pics. These were before I put the car on jack stands for two days.

http://www.stutzbach.com/pics/camaro_4_12_1.JPG

http://www.stutzbach.com/pics/camaro_4_12_2.JPG
Forum: Member Car Journals 04-16-2012, 07:39 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 22,020
Posted By Fraxum
Check out this build thread. Doc has his SS...

Check out this build thread. Doc has his SS pretty close to Mustang GT weight.

http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=45165

A very informative thread and a very cool car. But Doc...
Forum: Member Car Journals 04-16-2012, 07:22 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 22,020
Posted By Fraxum
Upgraded BMR suspension creaks (Install Issue?)

Edit: I am just about certain the creaks were due to the sway bars. Once I took them off the the car the creaks disappeared. Some well place lube would have cured.

Last weekend I added outer...
Forum: Member Car Journals 03-31-2012, 08:56 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 22,020
Posted By Fraxum
Still enjoying the sound. Yes, you are right it...

Still enjoying the sound. Yes, you are right it is a little louder. But still within reason and no drone!

It has a nice deep idle and wide open the car sings. I can hear some intake noise (a...
Forum: Member Car Journals 03-31-2012, 08:50 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 22,020
Posted By Fraxum
1LE is coming! But continuing to enjoy my SS.

I am really excited about the 1LE. If you have not heard about it yet see here:

http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=212140

I hope to be ordering one once I get our RAV4 paid off. ...
Forum: Member Car Journals 01-03-2012, 07:02 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 22,020
Posted By Fraxum
I finally got around to it. I am liking the...

I finally got around to it. I am liking the result. But not everyone will.
Forum: Member Car Journals 01-03-2012, 07:01 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 22,020
Posted By Fraxum
A quiet exhaust solution

Lately I have seen a few posts here about having long tubes with a semi-quiet exhaust system. So i want to share my experience with my LS3 and a similar quest.

Some of us like to hear our...
Forum: Member Car Journals 10-22-2011, 09:13 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 22,020
Posted By Fraxum
The Drone is here

To follow up on this install....

After driving around for a bit I found the Magnaflow install has pulled the exhaust lower and it was up against the rear edge of the tunnel brace. So I went to...
Forum: Member Car Journals 10-09-2011, 08:44 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 22,020
Posted By Fraxum
For several months now I have been running LTs...

For several months now I have been running LTs and high flow cats on my LS3 with the stock catback. At first I was very happy. But over time a few things bothered me:


At high RPMs there was a...
Forum: Member Car Journals 09-08-2011, 05:17 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 22,020
Posted By Fraxum
Bumble Bee Stripes

I added stripes to my very plain black SS.

I would not have done this if they were not so cheap.

Under $200 installed.

http://www.stutzbach.com/pics/stripes_2.jpg
...
Forum: Member Car Journals 09-04-2011, 08:36 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 22,020
Posted By Fraxum
Today I decided flip the sway bars since my...

Today I decided flip the sway bars since my original install was upside down. Also I decided to tighten up the rear bar while I was under there. I used my race ramps and removing and installing the...
Forum: Member Car Journals 08-31-2011, 07:50 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 22,020
Posted By Fraxum
Bringing the SS to my first car show ever. I did...

Bringing the SS to my first car show ever. I did not think I would ever do this but it could be fun. So I decided to try spiffing things up a little.

I really like the engine without the cover,...
Forum: Member Car Journals 08-09-2011, 04:18 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 22,020
Posted By Fraxum
The pads held up well. The brakes stayed strong...

The pads held up well. The brakes stayed strong all day. But then I am no Ayrton Senna, yet.

I will go with the Hawk HP pads once my stockers wear a little more. Less brake dust and they will...
Forum: Member Car Journals 08-09-2011, 04:13 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 22,020
Posted By Fraxum
Thanks! Some else who likes the clean look. You...

Thanks! Some else who likes the clean look. You know, I was thinking of IOM stripes painted on. But still not sure.

Try a track day if you get a chance. I would have to say that was the best...
Forum: Member Car Journals 08-08-2011, 11:00 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 22,020
Posted By Fraxum
BigFlow LT and High Flow Cat Install

I installed my BigFlow 1 7/8 LTs with high flow cats on my LS3 yesterday.

http://www.stutzbach.com/pics/LT_5.jpg

http://www.stutzbach.com/pics/LT_3.jpg

Mostly everything wet smoothly. I...
Forum: Member Car Journals 08-02-2011, 07:22 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 22,020
Posted By Fraxum
Edit: So many typos! A month or so ago I...

Edit: So many typos!

A month or so ago I upgraded my SS suspension with BMR Parts:

Pro Cradle Bushings
Pro Differential Bushings
End Link Mounting Braces
Adjustable sway Bars
Sway Bar...
Forum: Member Car Journals 07-10-2011, 09:01 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 22,020
Posted By Fraxum
Phase 3 sound system build

My Phase 2 setup did not sit right with me. I had a problem with losing the front channels off and on. I was not sure if it was the amp overheating or a loose connections.

To figure it out, it...
Forum: Member Car Journals 05-03-2011, 09:30 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 22,020
Posted By Fraxum
My family often asks me why I drive only manuals....

My family often asks me why I drive only manuals. Easy choice.

I learned long ago the manual is for me. 98% of the time shifting for myself adds to the fun of a drive but:

* 1% of the time in...
Forum: Member Car Journals 04-26-2011, 07:13 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 22,020
Posted By Fraxum
Getting excited about the upcoming Z28. ...

Getting excited about the upcoming Z28. Especially in light of the success of the Boss 302. Ford really upped the ante in the Muscle Track Car race.

*************

My Dream Z28.

Keep it...
Forum: Member Car Journals 04-04-2011, 07:47 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 22,020
Posted By Fraxum
My Audio Build Phase 2

After I bought my 5th Gen i picked up ********'s X3 harness, sub box, and amp board to go with some equipment I had laying around.

Thread is here:...
Forum: Member Car Journals 04-04-2011, 07:43 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 22,020
Posted By Fraxum
Barton Shifter and CAGS Bypass

My next mod is to improve the shifting of my manual SS.

This comes in two parts. First eliminate the mechanism that forces you into 4th gear at certain speeds. That mechanism is called CAGS. ...
Forum: Member Car Journals 03-18-2011, 07:52 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 22,020
Posted By Fraxum
Next I added some performance. Cold Air...

Next I added some performance.


Cold Air Induction's CAI
ADM Race Scoop
Washer Bottle Relocation


Although pricey the C.A.I. CAI is a nice piece. I went with the silver to brighten up...
Forum: Member Car Journals 03-14-2011, 05:57 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 22,020
Posted By Fraxum
Heritage Grill

I am not a big fan of the standard grill. I suppose they were going for a 1969 look but overdid the grate size to my eyes. But grill preferences are an individual thing. The Heritage grill is a...
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