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gnturboray · 02-28-2012, 10:38 PM

Why do people try to turn their cars into something their not; SS to a ZL1, LT to an SS or ZL1? If you drive an SS be proud! The SS lineage runs with deep roots! Mod the SS and spank the hell out of the ZL1 with its 1.9 SC. This isn't a slam on the ZL1, its a fine machine in its own right. Back in the day, guys used to try to make their Grand Nationals look like GNX's as if the GN couldn't hold its own?? I guess the worst offenders are the Mustang GT guys slapping Cobra emblems and stickers all over their cars since its has a loud exhaust.
SS owners BE PROUD that you drive an SS!! Rant off.........

Nutro · 02-28-2012, 10:41 PM

Meh, I'm proud of my SS and I can't afford a ZL1 but I DO want a ZL1 hood because I really like it and it is a GM product.

I see no harm in wanting to mod your own car how you want to mod it.

GEEo · 02-28-2012, 10:42 PM

I personally don't like being something that I'm not. But to each there own man.

Its your car so do what ever make's you happy!

Powhusku · 02-28-2012, 10:43 PM

I understand why they do it. The ZL1 bumper looks awesome, and so do the wheels and hood, much better than the regular SS ones. The whole LTs pretending to be SS's is kinda dumb though. The SS bumper isn't really that much different from an LT's to where an upgrade is necessary. Now those who are putting misleading badges on their cars are just straight up posers.

midnighter · 02-28-2012, 10:44 PM

I know huh.

90503 · 02-28-2012, 10:44 PM

I don't think its anything to get all worked up about...the same could be said about any mod or change that's different than bone stock...I think everybody likes to personalize/mod to some degree or other...just part of the fun, so to speak...no real rules in this regard, just personal preference...nothing will change the vin number...enjoy!

patternpilot · 02-28-2012, 10:55 PM

I did just the opposite. I did not like the looks of the red SS so I changed them to white. I get the "that's not an RS" all the time. I don't care. I know and that's what counts. Make it your own and enjoy it. Other peoples opinions don't count.

SSGUNNER · 02-28-2012, 10:57 PM

I think its cool. I havent done because it aint cheap but i love my car stock. And thats the bottom line cause i said so.

-3:16

gnturboray · 02-28-2012, 11:05 PM

Please don't be offended if you've made these mods, I'm just curious to the reasons. It's your money so you have a right to do with what you can afford.

Dznts · 02-28-2012, 11:05 PM

maverickmage · 02-28-2012, 11:07 PM

I don't see a problem going for ZL1 parts, particularly considering that those parts are functional pieces that improves on the car and not just a cosmetic change.

gnturboray · 02-28-2012, 11:08 PM

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Originally Posted by Powhusku

I understand why they do it. The ZL1 bumper looks awesome, and so do the wheels and hood, much better than the regular SS ones. The whole LTs pretending to be SS's is kinda dumb though. The SS bumper isn't really that much different from an LT's to where an upgrade is necessary. Now those who are putting misleading badges on their cars are just straight up posers.

If that's your SIM SS in your sig its looks great!!

gnturboray · 02-28-2012, 11:10 PM

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Originally Posted by maverickmage

I don't see a problem going for ZL1 parts, particularly considering that those parts are functional pieces that improves on the car and not just a cosmetic change.

I have a ZL1 fuel pump because its better than a BAP and cheaper that a double pump.

Jason@JacFab · 02-28-2012, 11:16 PM

It's nothing new... People have been doing it forever... Look at all the fake SS Chevelles and older Camaros you see running around.

02-28-2012, 10:38 PM	#1
gnturboray Drives: SIM 2010 2SS/RS LS3 LPE750 Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Mckinney, Texas Posts: 764	Something its not? Why do people try to turn their cars into something their not; SS to a ZL1, LT to an SS or ZL1? If you drive an SS be proud! The SS lineage runs with deep roots! Mod the SS and spank the hell out of the ZL1 with its 1.9 SC. This isn't a slam on the ZL1, its a fine machine in its own right. Back in the day, guys used to try to make their Grand Nationals look like GNX's as if the GN couldn't hold its own?? I guess the worst offenders are the Mustang GT guys slapping Cobra emblems and stickers all over their cars since its has a loud exhaust. SS owners BE PROUD that you drive an SS!! Rant off.........

02-28-2012, 10:43 PM	#4
Powhusku Drives: 2010 2SS/RS M6 Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Laramie/Cody, WY Posts: 1,743 View My Garage	I understand why they do it. The ZL1 bumper looks awesome, and so do the wheels and hood, much better than the regular SS ones. The whole LTs pretending to be SS's is kinda dumb though. The SS bumper isn't really that much different from an LT's to where an upgrade is necessary. Now those who are putting misleading badges on their cars are just straight up posers. __________________

02-28-2012, 10:55 PM	#7
patternpilot Drives: 2012 2SS/RS Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Tri-Cities WA. Posts: 928 View My Garage	I did just the opposite. I did not like the looks of the red SS so I changed them to white. I get the "that's not an RS" all the time. I don't care. I know and that's what counts. Make it your own and enjoy it. Other peoples opinions don't count. __________________ There's more to life than gas mileage LS3, Whipple, Custom Comp Cam, springs, pushrods, timing set, CAI intake, Apex cold air scoop, Doug Thorley TRI-Y headers, Billet Custom Products baffled Valve covers, Mighty Mouse Catch can, ADM FPCM, ZL1 fuel pump, MSD boost-a-pump, Hex Vent hood vents, ProSport gauges(fuel pressure, AFR, Boost), Corsa, 100 cell Cats. Jannetty remote tuned, Pfadt trailing arms, all parts user installed. No Dyno yet. Manual trans. 3.45 gears.

02-28-2012, 10:57 PM	#8
SSGUNNER Chu no guat a hasa is? Drives: 14 Jeep G Cherokee Overland HEMI Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Some where in So Cal Posts: 4,273	I think its cool. I havent done because it aint cheap but i love my car stock. And thats the bottom line cause i said so. -3:16 __________________ 11 2SS/RSL99No Longer Stock (Sold) 6/19/14:AAC Plasma DRL's \| Plug n play harness \| Elite CC \| Tint: 35% & 5% \| LED Dome light \| Show-N-Go Plate Holder \| Flowmaster AT \| C.A.I. Intake \| VMAX CNC Spiral Ported TB \| Husky Splash Guards

02-28-2012, 11:05 PM	#10
Dznts Anabolic Connoisseur Drives: Sold - Blown Camaro 2SS/RS LS3 Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 22,094	__________________

02-28-2012, 10:41 PM	#2
Nutro Drives: 2011 2SS Synergy Green Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Austin, Texas Posts: 3,670	Meh, I'm proud of my SS and I can't afford a ZL1 but I DO want a ZL1 hood because I really like it and it is a GM product. I see no harm in wanting to mod your own car how you want to mod it.

02-28-2012, 10:42 PM	#3
GEEo OKCamaros Drives: 4 banger Diesel Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Philippines Posts: 4,572	I personally don't like being something that I'm not. But to each there own man. Its your car so do what ever make's you happy!

02-28-2012, 10:44 PM	#5
midnighter Account Suspended Drives: nothing Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: a hole Posts: 17,906	I know huh.

02-28-2012, 10:44 PM	#6
90503 Drives: 2011 2SS/RS LS3 Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Torrance Posts: 14,428	I don't think its anything to get all worked up about...the same could be said about any mod or change that's different than bone stock...I think everybody likes to personalize/mod to some degree or other...just part of the fun, so to speak...no real rules in this regard, just personal preference...nothing will change the vin number...enjoy!

02-28-2012, 11:07 PM	#11
maverickmage Drives: Camaro V6 LS Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: SoCal Posts: 81	I don't see a problem going for ZL1 parts, particularly considering that those parts are functional pieces that improves on the car and not just a cosmetic change.

02-28-2012, 11:16 PM	#14
Jason@JacFab Drives: 2016 1LT RS Camaro; 72 Chevelle Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Central Point, OR Posts: 5,688 View My Garage	It's nothing new... People have been doing it forever... Look at all the fake SS Chevelles and older Camaros you see running around.