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vinaysingh · 08-19-2012, 06:32 PM

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Originally Posted by aSSian

you are missing the whole point of this thread. he's not trying to make it look like a v8, he just happes to like the front bumper better than his v6. at least that's the way i'm reading it. There have been plenty of guys that put the v6 bumper on their v8, should they have just went ahead and traded down? lol

Nicely put!

ToolFan66 · 08-19-2012, 06:36 PM

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Originally Posted by vinaysingh

I'm happy and proud of my V6. Plus I got a steal on it for only 21k so spending a lil to tweak it fine with me.

I was thinking of doing the SS bumper so I can put a light in the mail slot.

The ZL1 front end is just bad ass and I don't get tired of looking at it either.

I want the T3 fascia myself for some reason I'm not a fan of the ZL1 fascia but I have yet to see one in person so I will wait till I see one to really judge it..

Good luck..

tjk_art · 08-19-2012, 06:39 PM

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Originally Posted by ToolFan66

Why not just buy a real SS? I never understood the make my V6 look like a V8 thing. Either be proud of what you own or get the real thing.

Don't waste your time on telling me about the cost of the car, there are plenty of V6's on this site that some have invested enough money to have owned an SS.

Ha, get out of here man.

Putting a ZL1 fascia on doesn't make it a ZL1 wanna be.

The ZL1 has better looking parts, plain and simple. which makes since, because it costs more. To not put them on because the ZL1 is the only car that comes stock with it is ridiculous.

What if you prefer leather over cloth, but only have a 1SS. Would you not put leather seats in your car because you would be a 2SS wanna be??

I put stock halos on my non RS car.. does that mean I want to be RS so badly? or is it a fact that the halos look better than the halogen lights..

ToolFan66 · 08-19-2012, 06:44 PM

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Originally Posted by tjk_art

Ha, get out of here man.

Putting a ZL1 fascia on doesn't make it a ZL1 wanna be.

The ZL1 has better looking parts, plain and simple. which makes since, because it costs more. To not put them on because the ZL1 is the only car that comes stock with it is ridiculous.

What if you prefer leather over cloth, but only have a 1SS. Would you not put leather seats in your car because you would be a 2SS wanna be??

I put stock halos on my non RS car.. does that mean I want to be RS so badly? or is it a fact that the halos look better than the halogen lights..

You don't get it, my point is by the time one spends all this money on said parts they could have just bought a used V8 and had said car. Nothing more nothing less..

LoneStarCamaro · 08-19-2012, 06:45 PM

Here's my LS with the "SS" front bumper. It's a straight-forward swap. Extra parts you'll need include the lower grill, mail-slot insert, and lower air deflector. You'll also need wheel well liners (something I overlooked), but you can make your liners work. Cost of SS bumper is $300-400 vs ZL1 at ~$1,300 (plus the cost of paint for both). If you can go the ZL1 route, definitely do it!

Lumix · 08-19-2012, 06:50 PM

Dude...why would you want to swap for a ZL1 or an SS bumper? You already have the best looking one on your V6. Don't you already have a mailbox at your house?

Seriously, go for the ZL1...if you must...

ToolFan66 · 08-19-2012, 06:50 PM

I love the back drop lonestar...

LoneStarCamaro · 08-19-2012, 06:58 PM

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Originally Posted by ToolFan66

I love the back drop lonestar...

Thanks! I'm debating whether or not to use the same backdrop for pics after I install drop springs this week... Gonna see if I can find a new location first.

KMAGRIZZ · 08-19-2012, 07:51 PM

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Originally Posted by vinaysingh

No, I haven't see it. where can I go to see a pic of it?

Here, it's (TaylorRyanSS) car
http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=231118

[IMG]http://img341.imageshack.us/img341/4972/ds****0oe.jpg[/IMG]

[IMG]http://img835.imageshack.us/img835/1904/ds****1lz.jpg[/IMG]

01pewterz28 · 08-19-2012, 07:54 PM

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Originally Posted by vinaysingh

Your car looks great. Did you get all the parts from the dealer or did you go elsewhere?

Thanks I purchased everything from Gary's customs (front bumper conversion, and the ZL1 spoiler) the ZL1 wheels from a friend and the ZL1 hood from Ebay.

MistyBlu10 · 08-19-2012, 08:05 PM

putting an SS front bumper on my car in about a month when it get here and gets painted main reason i wanted it was for the splitter V6 splitter is fugly not trying to be an SS ZL1 grill also being installed just like how it all looks

Atlas · 08-19-2012, 08:18 PM

iVoteSS

Public in general can't tell the difference anyway. My biggest gripe with the LT fascia was the lack of a proper aftermarket splitter that didn't cost me a ball and a half. I switched over to an SS and spent less than $800 including paint. Whatever your choice, make sure you replace your fender liners with the proper ones. The LT liners will work with the SS fascia, but it won't properly bolt up.

LoneStarCamaro · 08-19-2012, 08:43 PM

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Originally Posted by MistyBlu10

putting an SS front bumper on my car in about a month when it get here and gets painted main reason i wanted it was for the splitter V6 splitter is fugly not trying to be an SS ZL1 grill also being installed just like how it all looks

That's the main reason I wanted the SS bumper. Couldn't find V6 splitters that appealed to me. That, and I prefer T3 ports over the T2's.

jameslk350 · 08-19-2012, 08:46 PM

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Originally Posted by vinaysingh

Thinking about converting my front bumper from an LS to an SS or ZL1. Anyone done it to theirs? Looking for suggestions and/or problems there may be.

Also thinking about putting these halo's on my car? Anyone have these on their car with pics I can see?

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B003ZIISOY/...5RWA8YKJRWN6P2

Thanks in advance.

How much are you willing to spend? If you're on a budget, go for the SS. I'm sure there are some members selling theirs after doing a ZL1 conversion. If money isn't an issue, go for the ZL1. Both look great and give the V6 a more aggressive look. Later down the road you can also add a front lip to the SS like SLP or maybe the 1LE.

BiG_TiMe · 08-20-2012, 12:50 AM

i know i said ZL1 before, but i just realized that's an expensive mod. go with the SS and then a splitter or something...or RideSkinz. i love that one

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Originally Posted by ToolFan66

You don't get it, my point is by the time one spends all this money on said parts they could have just bought a used V8 and had said car. Nothing more nothing less..

oh yea now you say that after you get caught sounding stupid

soloknight6 · 08-20-2012, 01:23 AM

Well I have an LS, and dont have fog lights. Thats why I went with a T3 bumper with custom paint. I also believe the ports are functional, venting cool air into the engine bay. Oh and I like the mail-slot.

SummoneR · 08-20-2012, 01:38 AM

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Originally Posted by RJTV6A

Many have done both. I would upgrade to the ZL1. If you go with the SS you will be called out that your trying to imply your car is a SS.

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Originally Posted by Nitroman28

So using the ZL1 front it's not implying his car is a ZL1?

As long as you don't badge it an SS or a ZL1 you will be fine.

I was at a car show last weekend. There was a corvette there that looked like a ZR1, but it was a 2009 I believe with a LS2 motor in it... That would be fine... except that he had the ZR1 emblems on the fenders...

:slice:

SummoneR · 08-20-2012, 01:40 AM

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Originally Posted by tonyko1

I am keeping my car ALL ORIGINAL, may be the only on this site to do so. I have a friend who owns a 1st Gen Camaro and it is all original, even the paint and interior. It is worth more than mine, that much is for sure.

How many miles do you plan to put on your car? As long as it is a garage/trailer queen it may be worth something in 40-50 years... otherwise don't count on it be worth much with 60,000+ miles on it.

cyberLS · 08-20-2012, 02:12 AM

i was in the same boat as you, i really wanted the zl1 bumper but didnt have the money for it so i was able to pick up a used ss bumper my color with the oem gfx attached already and did a straight swap at a fraction of the price and looks a ton better. for reference here is my wife's v6 to my ls with ss swap

Bad@ssCamaro · 08-20-2012, 04:26 AM

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Originally Posted by ToolFan66

Why not just buy a real SS? I never understood the make my V6 look like a V8 thing. Either be proud of what you own or get the real thing.

Don't waste your time on telling me about the cost of the car, there are plenty of V6's on this site that some have invested enough money to have owned an SS.

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Originally Posted by ToolFan66

You don't get it, my point is by the time one spends all this money on said parts they could have just bought a used V8 and had said car. Nothing more nothing less..

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Originally Posted by BiG_TiMe

i know i said ZL1 before, but i just realized that's an expensive mod. go with the SS and then a splitter or something...or RideSkinz. i love that one

oh yea now you say that after you get caught sounding stupid

He's stating his opinion then qualifies it in the 2nd quote, and it's "sounds" rational. People buy the V6's because it starts out as a more affordable purchase.

Then the owner's become attached to them and then mod as funds become available to suit their needs and if their goal is one to have their car look and act like a more powerful car, they usually end up spending what it would of cost to have purchased the higher performance vehicle.

In the end, it comes down to what makes the owner of the vehicle happy with their ride. If not, sell and upgrade or sell and downgrade, save, then upgrade. Or hit the lottery and go out get whatever "floats your boat".

Have a wonderful day

tjk_art · 08-20-2012, 04:18 PM

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Originally Posted by ToolFan66

You don't get it, my point is by the time one spends all this money on said parts they could have just bought a used V8 and had said car. Nothing more nothing less..

Not all of us need a 600+ hp car.

I can buy a 2LT with all the goodies a 2SS has, and throw on a few of the ZL1 exterior parts for way less than it costs me to buy a ZL1. Then I have lower insurance, and better gas milage. I don't go to the track or feel the need to prove my car that i didn't build is faster than someone else's car they didn't build. So like I said, a decent size engine + looks and comfort will do most just fine.

Bad@ssCamaro · 08-21-2012, 03:12 AM

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Originally Posted by tjk_art

Not all of us need a 600+ hp car.

I can buy a 2LT with all the goodies a 2SS has, and throw on a few of the ZL1 exterior parts for way less than it costs me to buy a ZL1. Then I have lower insurance, and better gas milage. I don't go to the track or feel the need to prove my car that i didn't build is faster than someone else's car they didn't build. So like I said, a decent size engine + looks and comfort will do most just fine.

Gibroni · 08-21-2012, 03:29 AM

I like the V6 bumper and wouldn't change it, just add the heritage grill. But if you want to change it that bad get this: http://rideskinz.bigcartel.com/produ...-bumper-fascia That will give you an aggressive look without being a copycat of the SS or ZL1.

Wantconvertible · 08-21-2012, 08:45 AM

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Originally Posted by tonyko1

I am keeping my car ALL ORIGINAL, may be the only on this site to do so. I have a friend who owns a 1st Gen Camaro and it is all original, even the paint and interior. It is worth more than mine, that much is for sure.

I'm with you

butters · 08-21-2012, 09:48 AM

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Originally Posted by RJTV6A

If you go with the SS you will be called out that your trying to imply your car is a SS.

Ummmmm, wouldnt it be the same with the ZL1?

08-19-2012, 06:45 PM	#30
LoneStarCamaro Drives: 2011 IOM Camaro Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Texas Posts: 2,836	Here's my LS with the "SS" front bumper. It's a straight-forward swap. Extra parts you'll need include the lower grill, mail-slot insert, and lower air deflector. You'll also need wheel well liners (something I overlooked), but you can make your liners work. Cost of SS bumper is $300-400 vs ZL1 at ~$1,300 (plus the cost of paint for both). If you can go the ZL1 route, definitely do it! __________________

08-19-2012, 06:50 PM	#31
Lumix Drives: 2011 1LT Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Texas Posts: 317	Dude...why would you want to swap for a ZL1 or an SS bumper? You already have the best looking one on your V6. Don't you already have a mailbox at your house? Seriously, go for the ZL1...if you must... Attached Images

08-19-2012, 08:05 PM	#36
MistyBlu10 CARBON FLASH Drives: 2012 45TH LT2 LFX M6 born 9/24/11 Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Chesapeake Beach MD Posts: 652 View My Garage	putting an SS front bumper on my car in about a month when it get here and gets painted main reason i wanted it was for the splitter V6 splitter is fugly not trying to be an SS ZL1 grill also being installed just like how it all looks __________________ 2012 Camaro LFX 45th born 9/24/11 2007 Z71 Avalanche 1987 K5 Blazer BOWTIES AS BLOOD CELLS GM RULES

08-19-2012, 08:18 PM	#37
Atlas Would you kindly... Drives: Destitute Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Clovis CA Posts: 758	iVoteSS Public in general can't tell the difference anyway. My biggest gripe with the LT fascia was the lack of a proper aftermarket splitter that didn't cost me a ball and a half. I switched over to an SS and spent less than $800 including paint. Whatever your choice, make sure you replace your fender liners with the proper ones. The LT liners will work with the SS fascia, but it won't properly bolt up. __________________

08-20-2012, 01:23 AM	#41
soloknight6 SoCal HT5! SD Drives: Roxanne (COTW 11/26/12) Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Jamul CA Posts: 1,197	Well I have an LS, and dont have fog lights. Thats why I went with a T3 bumper with custom paint. I also believe the ports are functional, venting cool air into the engine bay. Oh and I like the mail-slot. __________________ http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showth...37#post5437037

08-19-2012, 06:50 PM	#32
ToolFan66 Drives: 2011 2SS 6.2L W/RS package Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Colorado Posts: 1,645	I love the back drop lonestar...

08-20-2012, 02:12 AM	#44
cyberLS Drives: 2010 Cyber Grey LS Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Santa Clara Posts: 2,175 View My Garage	i was in the same boat as you, i really wanted the zl1 bumper but didnt have the money for it so i was able to pick up a used ss bumper my color with the oem gfx attached already and did a straight swap at a fraction of the price and looks a ton better. for reference here is my wife's v6 to my ls with ss swap __________________

08-21-2012, 03:29 AM	#48
Gibroni Drives: '12 IOM LT 'vert Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: NEPA Posts: 471	I like the V6 bumper and wouldn't change it, just add the heritage grill. But if you want to change it that bad get this: http://rideskinz.bigcartel.com/produ...-bumper-fascia That will give you an aggressive look without being a copycat of the SS or ZL1.