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Forum: Member Car Journals 03-16-2024, 10:55 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 165
Posted By Mr Monte
Test fitted the new bumper today. Only 2 bolts...

Test fitted the new bumper today. Only 2 bolts holding it on so I didn't close the hood but fitment looks good.
Forum: Member Car Journals 03-16-2024, 11:17 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 165
Posted By Mr Monte
This is the front bumper I'm going with. Already...

This is the front bumper I'm going with. Already have the paint but been on vacation for the last 4 weeks so should get the bumper painted soon.
Forum: Member Car Journals 03-16-2024, 11:10 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 165
Posted By Mr Monte
2011 Camaro 2SSRS 6 speed manual

I bought this 2011 Camaro 2SSRS 6 speed manual 80K miles from an auction almost 2 months ago for $6,600 with fees. $190 in parts & 45 minutes later I took it for a test drive. This was going to be...
Forum: 5th Gen Camaro SS LS LT General Discussions 02-25-2024, 04:27 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,230
Posted By Mr Monte
Previous owner painted many things green. I am...

Previous owner painted many things green. I am green free now. The strut tower brace & engine cover were the last 2 green items.
Forum: 5th Gen Camaro SS LS LT General Discussions 02-23-2024, 11:21 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,230
Posted By Mr Monte
I buffed out the carbon fiber hood today. ...

I buffed out the carbon fiber hood today.
https://youtu.be/MkZPevxwisc?si=wJZxI11vKjdFLeFC
Forum: 5th Gen Camaro SS LS LT General Discussions 02-23-2024, 10:25 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,230
Posted By Mr Monte
The wiring harness in front is complete, Cushing...

The wiring harness in front is complete, Cushing behind the bumper is not damaged.

Will have to look into the members journal.

Yesterday I had a Mobil tire guy replace tires on 4 of my...
Forum: 5th Gen Camaro SS LS LT General Discussions 02-23-2024, 02:32 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,230
Posted By Mr Monte
Removed the front bumper and was happy to see no...

Removed the front bumper and was happy to see no damage. Will test fit the new bumper hopefully tomorrow. TPMS sensors installed in the BMW wheel & the 73 Camaro wheels which also got 275/40/17...
Forum: 5th Gen Camaro SS LS LT General Discussions 02-20-2024, 06:34 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,230
Posted By Mr Monte
I'm looking for another 2010-2012 Camaro SS donor...

I'm looking for another 2010-2012 Camaro SS donor for my 73 Camaro. Currently high bidder on one being auctioned tomorrow. I have 2 out of state vacations in the next 4 weeks so the car playtime...
Forum: 5th Gen Camaro SS LS LT General Discussions 02-20-2024, 01:50 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,230
Posted By Mr Monte
This is playtime for me. Even though I worked...

This is playtime for me. Even though I worked 15hrs I found time to install the calipers and unbox the new bumper. New bumper needs to be set out in the sun to return to original shape. No sun yet...
Forum: 5th Gen Camaro SS LS LT General Discussions 02-17-2024, 10:10 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,230
Posted By Mr Monte
Yes, the heritage grill is good. I am using it...

Yes, the heritage grill is good. I am using it in the new bumper arriving Monday. The lower grill is damaged but doesn't fit in the new bumper.
Forum: 5th Gen Camaro SS LS LT General Discussions 02-16-2024, 11:40 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,230
Posted By Mr Monte
Green calipers are no more. Also painted the...

Green calipers are no more. Also painted the center of the rotors and made these SS center caps for the BMW wheels going on the 2011 Camaro SS
Forum: 5th Gen Camaro SS LS LT General Discussions 02-15-2024, 02:37 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,230
Posted By Mr Monte
I was able to reset/clear all the fault codes...

I was able to reset/clear all the fault codes then verified all lights & switches are working. Car sat for a year after the accident so rotors had heavy surface rust so I didn't notice how worn they...
Forum: 5th Gen Camaro SS LS LT General Discussions 02-07-2024, 04:53 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,230
Posted By Mr Monte
I did a 6" rod internal balanced 383 with .600+...

I did a 6" rod internal balanced 383 with .600+ lift roller cam in my 99 Suburban. Was funny to see the disappointment in those hearing what sounded like a built muscle car then seeing a Suburban.
Forum: 5th Gen Camaro SS LS LT General Discussions 02-07-2024, 04:36 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,230
Posted By Mr Monte
Paid $500 for some Continental DWS06 245F & 275R...

Paid $500 for some Continental DWS06 245F & 275R tires on BMW 20x8.5F & 20x10R forged rims. 85% tread. These weigh 11lbs less per wheel than what was on the car. I will paint them black & use SS...
Forum: 5th Gen Camaro SS LS LT General Discussions 02-04-2024, 05:35 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,230
Posted By Mr Monte
The plan is to take engine, transmission,...

The plan is to take engine, transmission, heating/AC, radiator, fuel system, brake booster, heated seats, center console, instrument cluster, HUD (heads Up Display), steering wheel, gas/brake/clutch...
Forum: 5th Gen Camaro SS LS LT General Discussions 01-31-2024, 05:05 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,230
Posted By Mr Monte
The 2011 arrived & in much better condition than...

The 2011 arrived & in much better condition than I was expecting. Extra bonus is the carbon fiber hood. It started right up and was able to drive it off the trailer then in to the garage.
Forum: 5th Gen Camaro SS LS LT General Discussions 01-26-2024, 02:03 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,230
Posted By Mr Monte
I installed the split bumpers, they bolt up to...

I installed the split bumpers, they bolt up to single bumper mounts.
The 2011 is donating its engine, transmission, all seats, center console, gas/brake/clutch peddles, heat/ac system, radiator, ...
Forum: 5th Gen Camaro SS LS LT General Discussions 01-26-2024, 01:39 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,230
Posted By Mr Monte
The 2011 arrived in much better condition than...

The 2011 arrived in much better condition than expected. Has a bent lower control arm & bent strut. Paid $166 for a pair on new struts & a lower control arm. Also bought a full set of Camaro 18" &...
Forum: 5th Gen Camaro SS LS LT General Discussions 01-21-2024, 05:28 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,230
Posted By Mr Monte
Bought a 2011 Camaro 2SSRS 6 speed manual from IAA auction in Washington this week

Bought a 2011 Camaro 2SSRS 6 speed manual from IAA auction in Washington this week. Has 80K miles on it. I'm using it as a donor for my 1973 Camaro project.
Anyone know this car? I know it was...
Forum: 6th gen Camaro vs... 09-26-2016, 02:32 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 10,116
Posted By Mr Monte
We traded in our 2012 Camaro 2SS for a new 2014...

We traded in our 2012 Camaro 2SS for a new 2014 SS Sedan to make room for our grandkids car seats. Now have over 50k miles on our SS Sedan and still love it as much or more than the day we bought it.
Forum: 2016+ Camaro: 6th Gen Camaro general forum 08-16-2016, 06:23 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,829
Posted By Mr Monte
I always tell the dealers not to detail but they...

I always tell the dealers not to detail but they had already detailed my black SS Sedan before I bought it. Tried to sell me the paint protectant after bragging how awesome the SS looked after being...
Forum: ZL1 Discussions 08-09-2016, 02:30 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 10,305
Posted By Mr Monte
You forgot to calculate the smiles/mile for each...

You forgot to calculate the smiles/mile for each car:biggrin:

I have a 140 mile daily commute to work going thru twisty mountain passes with 1600ft elevation changes and have thought about getting...
Forum: Member Car Journals 07-25-2016, 05:29 AM
Replies: 93
Views: 50,778
Posted By Mr Monte
Both my wife & I enjoy the sound of a performance...

Both my wife & I enjoy the sound of a performance V8 so much that's all we buy but I am excited to see the builds of the I4 Camaros.
Forum: 6th gen Camaro vs... 07-17-2016, 06:55 AM
Replies: 110
Views: 22,661
Posted By Mr Monte
My 2010 Challenger SRT8 weighed the same as my...

My 2010 Challenger SRT8 weighed the same as my 2012 Camaro SS (3,950lbs), was a better road car and handled almost as good. It also spent a lot of time in the shop for a few electrical issue & a few...
Forum: 6th gen Camaro vs... 07-08-2016, 08:49 AM
Replies: 110
Views: 22,661
Posted By Mr Monte
My 2010 Challenger SRT8 only had the 6.1L/5 speed...

My 2010 Challenger SRT8 only had the 6.1L/5 speed auto but I was getting 26mpg. I ended up getting rid of it before the warranty was up due to all the mechanical & electrical issues. Also it had...
Forum: 6th gen Camaro vs... 07-07-2016, 11:47 PM
Replies: 110
Views: 22,661
Posted By Mr Monte
We traded in our 2012 Camaro SS for a 2014 SS...

We traded in our 2012 Camaro SS for a 2014 SS Sedan. Already have 44K miles on the SS Sedan and love it as much or more than day one. My Challenger SRT8 was a pain getting people in/out of the back...
Forum: 2016+ Camaro: 6th Gen Camaro general forum 07-01-2016, 09:42 AM
Replies: 849
Views: 169,928
Posted By Mr Monte
Here in the Northwest dealers are still pretty...

Here in the Northwest dealers are still pretty proud of their new Camaros and aren't budging off the price. My local dealer still doesn't have one yet.

Quick search on Cars.com new Mustang GT...
Forum: Dragstrip and Launching Discussion 06-20-2016, 05:59 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 7,569
Posted By Mr Monte
My best 0-60 with wheel spin is 1.2 sec.:biggrin:

My best 0-60 with wheel spin is 1.2 sec.:biggrin:
Forum: Dragstrip and Launching Discussion 06-07-2016, 12:44 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 7,569
Posted By Mr Monte
Keep wheel spin to a minimum. Doesn't take much...

Keep wheel spin to a minimum. Doesn't take much wheel spin to lose 1/2 sec or more. My stock 2013 Mustang GT is a consistent 4.4 sec 0-60mph and my Challenger SRT8 at the same location is 4.2 0-60...
Forum: Cosmetic Maintenance - Wash, Wax, Detailing, Exterior Repairs 06-04-2016, 10:36 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,519
Posted By Mr Monte
Well said. I also only use 2oz of soap to wash a...

Well said. I also only use 2oz of soap to wash a car or truck.
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