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Originally Posted by Blizzard
Look we all wish we can have a lighter car but its not going to happen in a 5th gen. All we can do is minimize the weight added in the end by removing unneeded weight else where. And that idea of always needing a bigger heavier engine is an old misconception.
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Why can't it happen? I am not saying lose 400 lbs (that would be a huge undertaking costing big bucks) but how about 200 to 300 lbs with lossing the heavy a$$ bling wheels (18" rims will fit with the Brembos). If you dump the heavy wheels then the brakes will work even better, making the heavier 6 piston Brembos not needed (would make the Z28 cheaper too). Suddenly the need for much heavier suspension is gone too. Throw in Recaros (or like) seats to knock weight and improved holding, rear seat delete, some sound deadening removed, and minimal added bracing (don't need as much when you lose weight). I am not even saying things like carbon fiber fenders, doors,and hood. Those pieces will reduce a small amount while making the car very expensive. Decontent the Camaro a bit (let people put the option back on if they want them) no nav, sounds system minimized, no heated power seat tracks, manual mirrors without auto dimming....see where I am going? Now instead of a 4000 lbs Camaro, you have a 3750-3800lbs Z28 with added HP/TQ in the LS3, throw in 3.73 and you have a Camaro that will make the Boss Mustang work for it. So yes it can and should be done!
