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Forum: Camaro Issues / Problems | Warranty Discussions | TSB and Recalls 03-25-2018, 11:15 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 6,166
Posted By starbase
You must be driving it more than you think to get...

You must be driving it more than you think to get up top 100k! Gad to hear not many issues so far.

I think the issues that bother me the most on the gen 6 is side leg room in the driver...
Forum: Camaro Issues / Problems | Warranty Discussions | TSB and Recalls 02-22-2018, 02:05 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 6,166
Posted By starbase
Issues that may arise for 2011 Camaro

I was all prepared to buy a 6th gen until I test drove it. I have many thoughts on the new gen but suffice it say, it made me consider holding onto my 2011 because I still really, really like it. ...
Forum: 2016+ Camaro: 6th Gen Camaro general forum 04-13-2017, 09:47 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,187
Posted By starbase
I forgot to mention that the dealer installs a...

I forgot to mention that the dealer installs a device on all Camaro's that come into their dealership. The device causes the center brake light to pulsate when the brake is pressed. They were...
Forum: 2016+ Camaro: 6th Gen Camaro general forum 04-09-2017, 01:45 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,187
Posted By starbase
If I go for the gen 6, it will be the 1LT with a...

If I go for the gen 6, it will be the 1LT with a V6.
I'd get an LS again if it were available in an automatic.
I've never been a fan of turbos.
Forum: 2016+ Camaro: 6th Gen Camaro general forum 04-09-2017, 12:22 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,187
Posted By starbase
I'm not disputing the speed. It's the comfort,...

I'm not disputing the speed. It's the comfort, convenience and ergonomics I'm questioning.
Forum: 2016+ Camaro: 6th Gen Camaro general forum 04-09-2017, 11:26 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,187
Posted By starbase
First Impressions

First Impressions

I have a 2011 Camaro LS V6 automatic. I've been putting off checking out the 6th gen until Friday. I test drover a 2017 LT1 V6 automatic. I had planned on buying a new Camaro in...
Forum: Mechanical Maintenance: Break-in / Oil & Fluids / Servicing 01-30-2015, 10:52 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 13,314
Posted By starbase
Maintenance Schedule

Every reference I've seen on Camaro5 and elsewhere on the internet including my.chevrolet.com have said to follow the maintenance schedule in the owner's manual. The owner's manual says
Every oil...
Forum: Mechanical Maintenance: Break-in / Oil & Fluids / Servicing 01-30-2015, 10:33 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,776
Posted By starbase
The point is that the dealer said that he saw the...

The point is that the dealer said that he saw the beginnings of a leak. I didn't see it since he didn't bring me into the bay to point it out. So, I have no pictures to post.

All I know is...
Forum: Mechanical Maintenance: Break-in / Oil & Fluids / Servicing 01-30-2015, 09:59 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,776
Posted By starbase
Transmission Cooler Lines

I brought my 2011 Camaro LS automatic in to the dealer for an oil change.

They do that Goodwrench multi-point inspection and noted that the transmission cooler lines are starting to leak. They...
Forum: Camaro DIY & HOW-TO instructions & discussions 09-20-2014, 02:51 PM
Replies: 116
Views: 176,968
Posted By starbase
I successfully changed the oil on my V6 this...

I successfully changed the oil on my V6 this time. The first time, I couldn't remove the oil filter housing. This time I came prepared with a 3/8" breaker bar wrench along with my 24 mm socket. I...
Forum: Cosmetics and Lighting Modification Discussions 06-23-2014, 03:45 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,106
Posted By starbase
Front Bumper - License Plate

I recently damaged my front bumper. It has a six inch crack on the driver side front corner to the side of the headlight. I took it to two body shops that both recommended replacing the bumper...
Forum: Mechanical Maintenance: Break-in / Oil & Fluids / Servicing 05-03-2014, 08:25 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 9,522
Posted By starbase
The V6 oil filter is different from the V8. The...

The V6 oil filter is different from the V8. The oil filter housing is a silver colored case on the driver side of the engine. It's easily accessible when you know how to unscrew it.
Forum: Camaro DIY & HOW-TO instructions & discussions 04-30-2014, 01:09 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 7,510
Posted By starbase
We took it to the dealer and they gave us a free...

We took it to the dealer and they gave us a free oil change. They said the cap came off without a problem. Not sure how they did it unless they have more powerful tools.

We told them to only...
Forum: Mechanical Maintenance: Break-in / Oil & Fluids / Servicing 04-30-2014, 01:05 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 9,522
Posted By starbase
I warmed up the engine and tried loosening the...

I warmed up the engine and tried loosening the oil filter cap again. I was unable to move it with the ratchet. I then tried my tire lug wrench that happened to have the same sized socket. I was...
Forum: Mechanical Maintenance: Break-in / Oil & Fluids / Servicing 04-30-2014, 10:28 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 9,522
Posted By starbase
I was unable to remove the oil filter housing...

I was unable to remove the oil filter housing while trying to do my first V6 oil change this weekend. i used the 24mm socket and a bar on the ratchet to increase leverage. The cap was on so tight...
Forum: Camaro DIY & HOW-TO instructions & discussions 04-27-2014, 10:29 AM
Replies: 116
Views: 176,968
Posted By starbase
Great instructions with many helpful photos. ...

Great instructions with many helpful photos.

I posted yesterday that I could not remove the oil filter housing. I believe that either the dealer, who did the last oil change, either tightened it...
Forum: Camaro DIY & HOW-TO instructions & discussions 04-26-2014, 03:24 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 7,510
Posted By starbase
Camaro V6 Oil Filter Housing

I attempted to change the oil on my 2011 V6 Camaro today. I read the instruction on the post at
http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=79739

I put the car on ramps and took off the oil...
Forum: Camaro Issues / Problems | Warranty Discussions | TSB and Recalls 03-02-2014, 03:57 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 16,260
Posted By starbase
I vacuumed out behind the cabin air filter which...

I vacuumed out behind the cabin air filter which I accessed from the outside engine compartment. It was very easy to do. Leaves sometimes get sucked into there.
Forum: 5th Gen Camaro SS LS LT General Discussions 09-09-2013, 10:09 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 8,348
Posted By starbase
25 pretty consistently but a lot of it is on the...

25 pretty consistently but a lot of it is on the highway. Never did worse than 22 and once did 29.
Forum: 5th Gen Camaro SS LS LT General Discussions 09-09-2013, 09:27 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,352
Posted By starbase
Front seat pump formula

I have a 2011 Camaro LS with the manual seat pump to set the height. I noticed that the number of pumps up does not equal the number of pumps down.

I have my seat height adjusted just the way I...
Forum: 5th Gen Camaro SS LS LT General Discussions 07-03-2013, 08:58 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,481
Posted By starbase
Here are two pictures of the hole in the front...

Here are two pictures of the hole in the front bumper. The first pictures shows its position relative to the front license plate. The second picture is a close up of the hole.

Where can I...
Forum: 5th Gen Camaro SS LS LT General Discussions 07-02-2013, 10:48 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,481
Posted By starbase
Hole in Bumper

I posted this in the bodywork section. I figured I may have a better chance of a reply by re-posting to the general area too.
I must have driven over something like a...
Forum: Cosmetic Maintenance: Washing, Waxing, Detailing, Bodywork, Protection 07-01-2013, 07:32 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 550
Posted By starbase
Hole in Bumper

I must have driven over something like a cardboard campaign poster with a metal bracket the other day since today I saw a piece of the metal bracket sticking out of my from bumper. It left a single...
Forum: 5th Gen Camaro SS LS LT General Discussions 03-03-2013, 06:35 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 6,482
Posted By starbase
Consumer Reports 2013 - dissing the 2011

I just finished reading the 2013 Consumer Reports car issue. My 2011 is listed as a used car that they do NOT recommend. According to the reliability information, the 2011 got a solid black circle on...
Forum: Camaro DIY & HOW-TO instructions & discussions 07-07-2012, 02:27 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,632
Posted By starbase
Dumb question - where is the V6 oil drain plug?

I'm getting up to my last free dealer oil change. I want to do the next one myself.

I found a great illustrated thread at http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=79739 showing how to...
Forum: Audio, Video, Bluetooth, Navigation, Radar, Electronics Forum 05-31-2012, 02:40 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,597
Posted By starbase
I called the dealer back with my VIN and that's...

I called the dealer back with my VIN and that's how I got the prices listed in my original post.

My question is, can any radio pulled from any 2011 LS work in my LS? Does it have to be the same...
Forum: Audio, Video, Bluetooth, Navigation, Radar, Electronics Forum 05-31-2012, 09:45 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,597
Posted By starbase
2011 LS OEM Radio question

I really like the look and sound of my OEM radio / climate control system. I saw the replacement housing offered by Crutchfield to get a 3rd party radio and did not like the look of it at all. My LS...
Forum: Camaro Issues / Problems | Warranty Discussions | TSB and Recalls 04-25-2012, 10:01 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 16,260
Posted By starbase
Diagram request

I found the diagram on another page within Camaro5 at
http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showpost.php?p=2880501&postcount=1

There's also a youtube video on replacing it at ...
Forum: Camaro Issues / Problems | Warranty Discussions | TSB and Recalls 04-21-2012, 02:17 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 16,260
Posted By starbase
Diagram request

When I first asked about cleaning the HVAC blower fan, LimaCharlie wrote back with a link showing how to remove the filter
http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showth...BIN+AIR+FILTER...
Forum: Camaro Issues / Problems | Warranty Discussions | TSB and Recalls 02-19-2012, 03:35 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 16,260
Posted By starbase
Heater Fan Ticking Sound

I had a ticking, jingling sound coming from the heater vent for some time. I was pretty sure it was coming from there since it was worse when the fan was at the lowest two speeds. It mostly...
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