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Forum: 5th Gen Camaro SS LS LT General Discussions 01-11-2013, 10:49 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 980
Posted By amphi
Suspension color

Hello,

Does anyone know the part# of the "black" paint used on the control arms, etc underneath the Camaro?

I have some rust spots and would like to touch up. Thanks.
Forum: Cosmetic Maintenance: Washing, Waxing, Detailing, Bodywork, Protection 01-07-2013, 03:10 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,069
Posted By amphi
GM approved undercarriage paint?

Hello,

Did an oil change and saw that my Camaro is getting older. A couple of rust spots on the suspension and undercarrage. Probably from rock chips going 140 down the autobahn.:D

Is there a...
Forum: 5th Gen Camaro SS LS LT General Discussions 11-24-2010, 09:00 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 6,813
Posted By amphi
Please correct me if I am wrong though. Will the...

Please correct me if I am wrong though. Will the valves get smashed if the chain goes out?
Forum: 5th Gen Camaro SS LS LT General Discussions 11-24-2010, 04:58 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 6,813
Posted By amphi
V8 SS Timing Belt

Have a question on the timing belt. Is it an actual chain? Or is it one of those rubber belts? Do they also recommend replacing it after 150000 miles or so, like the Firebird and old camaro?
If the...
Forum: Cosmetic Maintenance: Washing, Waxing, Detailing, Bodywork, Protection 03-19-2010, 10:40 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,702
Posted By amphi
I am sorry. I am not quite understanding. If some...

I am sorry. I am not quite understanding. If some of my minor scratches are starting to show up, does this mean my sealant is also wearing down? Or just the wax?

That is my problem being in...
Forum: Cosmetic Maintenance: Washing, Waxing, Detailing, Bodywork, Protection 03-19-2010, 09:58 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,702
Posted By amphi
Thank you, Junkman. Very informative. Now I...

Thank you, Junkman. Very informative.
Now I assume you never want to put sealant ontop of wax?
How do you know between washes that you need to apply more sealant, or just wax?
How can you tell...
Forum: Cosmetic Maintenance: Washing, Waxing, Detailing, Bodywork, Protection 03-19-2010, 03:50 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,702
Posted By amphi
Paint Sealant vs carnuba was

Hello,

Reading the car detailing thread for newbies I might have missed something.
I understand:
Paint Sealant, only use every six months, not as vibrant as natural wax.

Wax, must use every...
Forum: Interior Parts & Accessories 12-31-2009, 04:11 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,294
Posted By amphi
I just ordered a set from ...

I just ordered a set from http://www.streetsideauto.com/
They were $83.00,l free shipping. Shipping to PA put the total at around $98.00.
Forum: 5th Gen Camaro SS LS LT General Discussions 12-15-2009, 09:32 AM
Replies: 208
Views: 46,410
Posted By amphi
I speak German and can't understand what they...

I speak German and can't understand what they are saying.
Deutsche Sprache, schwere Sprache.
Forum: Cosmetic Maintenance: Washing, Waxing, Detailing, Bodywork, Protection 12-14-2009, 11:43 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,724
Posted By amphi
Hey, I'm in Germany and that cover will...

Hey,

I'm in Germany and that cover will freeze to the car. Found that out this morning. Now when I gently yanked it off, I still had ice on the spot where the cover was frozen to it. This tells me...
Forum: Mechanical Maintenance: Break-in / Oil & Fluids / Servicing 12-14-2009, 11:25 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 11,424
Posted By amphi
How much needs to go into the differential?...

How much needs to go into the differential? exactly one quart? or one quart plus 2.5oz of friction modifier. I don't understand the manual very well. Seems they want you to add 2.5oz to the specified...
Forum: Mechanical Maintenance: Break-in / Oil & Fluids / Servicing 12-14-2009, 11:09 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 7,794
Posted By amphi
I am confused on how the manaul is telling me...

I am confused on how the manaul is telling me this. Do I mix 29.5 oz of Lube with 2.5 oz of friction modifier to equal exactly one quart? Or does the manual want me to fill the entire diff with one...
Forum: Camaro V6 LLT Engine, Exhaust, and Bolt-Ons 12-14-2009, 11:01 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,475
Posted By amphi
I'm a little confused. When re-filling the...

I'm a little confused. When re-filling the differential. I think I am over thinking this. Sorry.
The manual says to add 2.5 oz of friction modifier to the specified quantity of axle lubricant 32 oz...
Forum: 5th Gen Camaro SS LS LT General Discussions 12-08-2009, 03:56 AM
Replies: 160
Views: 9,896
Posted By amphi
Well, to reduce CO2, I only drive my Camaro to...

Well, to reduce CO2, I only drive my Camaro to work Tuesday and Thursday. It seems there is less traffic those days. Monday, Wednesday and especially Friday I ride my bicycle to the train station on...
Forum: Cosmetic Maintenance: Washing, Waxing, Detailing, Bodywork, Protection 12-04-2009, 09:42 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 6,970
Posted By amphi
I know, this is terrible. What's even worse are...

I know, this is terrible. What's even worse are these little humans called "children". They are kicking big balls, throwing and swinging at little balls, rollerskating and leaving their toys in the...
Forum: Camaro Issues / Problems | Warranty Discussions | TSB and Recalls 12-04-2009, 08:03 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,105
Posted By amphi
Wow, I was having the same issue. I actually...

Wow, I was having the same issue. I actually recommend pulling the cover over the back while you have the slack. Then pull itover the front ground effects. Reason is you won't scratch the paint if...
Forum: 5th Gen Camaro SS LS LT General Discussions 12-04-2009, 06:31 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 4,869
Posted By amphi
Hey guys. I have complained about this skip...

Hey guys.
I have complained about this skip shift so often. Made me grind my gears once, I was soooo pissed.
I drive BMW and Audi rentals while here in Germany, and these cars are always...
Forum: 5th Gen Camaro SS LS LT General Discussions 11-30-2009, 06:50 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,443
Posted By amphi
Well, I have had my Camaro for about 1,300 miles....

Well, I have had my Camaro for about 1,300 miles. I just couldn't resist. I was driving back from K-Town towards Stuttgart on the A6. There is a stretch where the speed restrictions are lifted. So I...
Forum: 5th Gen Camaro SS LS LT General Discussions 11-30-2009, 06:36 AM
Replies: 312
Views: 37,867
Posted By amphi
I paid about $6,000.00 over MSRP. I did not mind...

I paid about $6,000.00 over MSRP. I did not mind paying this because the dealership I dealt with was the only dealership that didn't tell me to go take a hike because I am in Germany.
My dealership...
Forum: V8 and V6 Transmissions / Driveline (6L80 / 6L50 / TR6060 / AY6) 11-25-2009, 10:55 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 25,338
Posted By amphi
i don't think many people have been driving...

i don't think many people have been driving manuals very long or just have no clue about cars and how they work or working on them

seriously have nobody skipped gears to save gas, you do not need...
Forum: Tuning / Diagnostics -- engine and transmission 11-25-2009, 10:51 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 17,004
Posted By amphi
I can't seem to wrap my head around the skip...

I can't seem to wrap my head around the skip shift. Why does it make you bog down the engine when shifting so early. Doesn't this waste more fuel? Can anyone explain?
Forum: Camaro DIY & HOW-TO instructions & discussions 11-25-2009, 10:41 AM
Replies: 180
Views: 109,388
Posted By amphi
I thought the LS3 is casted from aluminum. What...

I thought the LS3 is casted from aluminum. What parts are made of Iron that would be picked up by the magnets if found in the oil?
Forum: Cosmetic Maintenance: Washing, Waxing, Detailing, Bodywork, Protection 11-25-2009, 09:16 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,932
Posted By amphi
Engine Cleaning

I did not open the hood to my brand new Camaro until after about 800 miles. I just have had bad experience. Whenever I had to open the hood to my old car, the V6 Firebird, it was always because I had...
Forum: 5th Gen Camaro SS LS LT General Discussions 10-23-2009, 01:22 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 6,712
Posted By amphi
Gee, I really do hope you wouldn't wish something...

Gee, I really do hope you wouldn't wish something like that to a 2010 newborn baby!!! That is just wrong!!!
Forum: 5th Gen Camaro SS LS LT General Discussions 10-23-2009, 08:47 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 6,712
Posted By amphi
I am having my vehicle shipped to Germany. Wonder...

I am having my vehicle shipped to Germany. Wonder how that will mess with GM... Oh my, look, the car is crossing the ocean.
E-mail: Sir, your vehicle is sitting in a puddle, please remove from the...
Forum: Mechanical Maintenance: Break-in / Oil & Fluids / Servicing 10-23-2009, 03:01 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 10,307
Posted By amphi
I have been reading these break-in threads. There...

I have been reading these break-in threads. There is even one on a german 2010 Camaro forum. The Germans are wondering why there is even a break-in period.
Anywho, both makes sense. Baby the car so...
Forum: 5th Gen Camaro SS LS LT General Discussions 08-06-2009, 05:45 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,443
Posted By amphi
So, if these limiters are mainly put in place...

So, if these limiters are mainly put in place because of the tire rating the vehicle leaves the factory with and there is no federal or state law regarding speed governors being a requirement. Is it...
Forum: 5th Gen Camaro SS LS LT General Discussions 08-04-2009, 05:48 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,443
Posted By amphi
Thanks for all the info guys. 155 mph is...

Thanks for all the info guys. 155 mph is definitly enough for me to get around a string of trucks on the right and not have a Porsche come up behind me in a hurry flashing his lights.
Now that I...
Forum: 5th Gen Camaro SS LS LT General Discussions 08-03-2009, 11:53 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,443
Posted By amphi
Gentlemen's Agreement regarding HP

I was looking through the internet. I actually didn't know this, but German automobiles actually have a speed governor rated at around 250KM/h even though certain sections on the autobahn have no...
Forum: 5th Gen Camaro SS LS LT General Discussions 08-03-2009, 11:42 AM
Replies: 91
Views: 17,932
Posted By amphi
Yeah, I was afraid of that. That is exactly what...

Yeah, I was afraid of that. That is exactly what the German Importeur would do for 1,000.00 Euros. I just think that it is a little high. Does anyone know at what speed the governor kicks in on the...
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