"Fear" of the WOT? - Camaro5 Chevy Camaro Forum / Camaro ZL1, SS and V6 Forums

MrPace · 10-23-2013, 10:36 PM

I have a confession. I have almost 2500 miles on my 2013 SS and have yet to go WOT on her...what is holding me back? I think I'm afraid I might break something...lol

Deebo · 10-23-2013, 10:44 PM

Drive it like you stole it! I've been hammering on a C5 over four years now, nothing's broken yet...

DavidW · 10-23-2013, 10:48 PM

just do it already , then eventually it will seem boring to you and youll want more, this happens to me with every car I own even the ZL1

AC · 10-23-2013, 10:55 PM

leave the assist on and you will be fine.

rebelyell22 · 10-23-2013, 11:02 PM

yea, with the assists on it isn't bad at all.

MrPace · 10-23-2013, 11:15 PM

I've punched it pretty good going 30-40mph and heard the best sound I've ever heard before (and I was driving through an underpass at the time, which made it even sweeter)...been to 100mph also just the other night....I've also had a few spirited red light encounters where I've gone deep to the well, but have never actually floored it yet...it will happen soon...

My other confession is that I drove a '94 Z28 for almost 16 years and I don't think I ever floored that one either (went to about 115mph in that car once though)...I need to break my cherry soon, or else a can of Old Milwaukee is likely to drop out of the sky and crush me...

LimaCharlie · 10-23-2013, 11:17 PM

You remind me of a friend who had a 2002 WS6 Trans Am. He claimed to never go WOT during the 3 years he owned it.

Like you, I think he was too worried about breaking something.
These cars are meant to be driven hard. GM gave the Camaro a strong drivetrain/suspension/chassis to handle the power.

Sesiom Summers · 10-23-2013, 11:24 PM

I floored my camaro even when I am at home XD Cmon man you can do it, just do it in a empty road, and thats it, learn about your car, and how to deal with...

fun fact when I drove my father 10' SS... I never feel the wot feeling...not as strong as my 01' z28... dont know why.. :S the SS feel slowly until you see the speed at the HUD haaha

SIN R G · 10-23-2013, 11:37 PM

Before you do go WOT go to your Doctor and get your MOD BUG SHOT. After you go WOT you will get a huge smile and you won't be able to stop. Without the shot you will crave more and more HP and the Mod Bug can set in. However, don't be alarmed if the shot does not work because it is similar to the flu shot which does not guarantee that you won't get the flu. Once you have the Mod Bug make sure you drink plenty of fluids (beer) and see your Doctor ASAP. He will write you a prescription for Long Tube Headers and send it to your local speed shop. This helps in case the wife complains, you just tell her you are following Doctors orders.

Enjoy Your Camaro......

JCunningham · 10-24-2013, 12:26 AM

If you can find a big empty parking lot you can have fun. Just dont get stupid in traffic. 4000rpm and drop the clutch

These cars are very forgiving. i hit 150 on a long open road that I could see miles down. saw a car in the distance so i let off and hard on the brakes. she still had some left. this when it was 100% stock. 150 feels like a stroll down the hiway smooth as silk.

Biscuitpie · 10-24-2013, 12:41 AM

Lmao I can't go an hour without doing a WOT pull through a couple gears. I can't imagine never flooring it.

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You remind me of a friend who had a 2002 WS6 Trans Am. He claimed to never go WOT during the 3 years he owned it. Like you, I think he was too worried about breaking something.
These cars are meant to be driven hard. GM gave the Camaro a strong drivetrain/suspension/chassis to handle the power.

That's debatable.

2010 SSRS · 10-24-2013, 12:57 AM

I went WOT back in 2009 right off the showroom floor with my SS

JasonK · 10-24-2013, 07:40 AM

I don't think there has been any reports of people pissing or sh*tting themselves while at WOT, you will be fine.

Cody6.2 · 10-24-2013, 07:57 AM

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Originally Posted by JCunningham

If you can find a big empty parking lot you can have fun. Just dont get stupid in traffic. 4000rpm and drop the clutch

These cars are very forgiving. i hit 150 on a long open road that I could see miles down. saw a car in the distance so i let off and hard on the brakes. she still had some left. this when it was 100% stock. 150 feels like a stroll down the hiway smooth as silk.

I'm sorry but 140+ in one of these is anything but smooth as silk. \

I think you're misinterpreting air lifting your car and road float as a smooth ride.

10-23-2013, 10:36 PM	#1
MrPace Drives: 2013 AGM Camaro 2SS/RS L99 Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: NY Posts: 163	"Fear" of the WOT? I have a confession. I have almost 2500 miles on my 2013 SS and have yet to go WOT on her...what is holding me back? I think I'm afraid I might break something...lol

10-23-2013, 10:44 PM	#2
Deebo 2SS/1LE GAZ 1 of 221 Drives: 2013 1LE Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: ROLL TIDE ROLL! Posts: 212 View My Garage	Drive it like you stole it! I've been hammering on a C5 over four years now, nothing's broken yet... __________________ ...ain't nothing changed

10-23-2013, 10:55 PM	#4
AC *GO HOGS GO* Drives: 68/327 & 10 2SS SIM w/ CGM Stripes Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: NW Arkansas Posts: 1,796 View My Garage	leave the assist on and you will be fine. __________________ ProCharger F1A, ID1000 Injectors, SW Headers, SW full 3" Exhaust, BMR Suspension, CCW 10"/11.5", DBA Rotors, 3.91's, 560/570 hp/tq ProCharger F1A, VMax TB, ID1000 Injectors, SW Headers, SW full 3" Exhaust, BMR Suspension & 4 Point Strut Tower Brace, 3.91 Gears, DBA Rotors Heritage Grille, CCW SP16a Wheels 10"/11.5" Nitto 275/40 315/35, Painted Calipers, Blackout: Bowtie, Rear Panel, Markers & Side Vents, SS Fender Badges, 6.2L Cowl Lettering, Pistol Grip Shifter, RPI SS Door Kick Plates, Billet Cup Holder, Fesler Shift Boot, Lloyd Floor Mats..(1/4: 12.917 @ 109.63)

10-23-2013, 11:02 PM	#5
rebelyell22 Drives: 2011 SIM 2SS/RS LS3 Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: Tupelo, MS Posts: 5,902	yea, with the assists on it isn't bad at all. __________________ 2011 2SS/RS built 8/24/10

10-23-2013, 11:17 PM	#7
LimaCharlie Drives: 2011 Camaro SS/RS - 2004 Silverado Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Las Vegas, NV Posts: 2,989	You remind me of a friend who had a 2002 WS6 Trans Am. He claimed to never go WOT during the 3 years he owned it. Like you, I think he was too worried about breaking something. These cars are meant to be driven hard. GM gave the Camaro a strong drivetrain/suspension/chassis to handle the power. __________________ 2011 Summit White Camaro 1SS/RS -6.2 LS3, TR6060, 3.45, G80 2004 Black Silverado 1500 2WD Regular Cab, Short Bed -5.3 LM7, 4L60E, 3.42, G80 2014 White Caprice PPV -6.0 L77, 6L80E, 2.92, G80

10-23-2013, 10:48 PM	#3
DavidW Drives: 2013 ZL1 Vert Auto IOM Join Date: May 2012 Location: Alberta Posts: 389	just do it already , then eventually it will seem boring to you and youll want more, this happens to me with every car I own even the ZL1

10-23-2013, 11:15 PM	#6
MrPace Drives: 2013 AGM Camaro 2SS/RS L99 Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: NY Posts: 163	I've punched it pretty good going 30-40mph and heard the best sound I've ever heard before (and I was driving through an underpass at the time, which made it even sweeter)...been to 100mph also just the other night....I've also had a few spirited red light encounters where I've gone deep to the well, but have never actually floored it yet...it will happen soon... My other confession is that I drove a '94 Z28 for almost 16 years and I don't think I ever floored that one either (went to about 115mph in that car once though)...I need to break my cherry soon, or else a can of Old Milwaukee is likely to drop out of the sky and crush me...

10-23-2013, 11:24 PM	#8
Sesiom Summers Drives: 94 Z28 / 01 Z28 / 2015 50th GT Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Winter Park-FL /Bogota Col Posts: 447	I floored my camaro even when I am at home XD Cmon man you can do it, just do it in a empty road, and thats it, learn about your car, and how to deal with... fun fact when I drove my father 10' SS... I never feel the wot feeling...not as strong as my 01' z28... dont know why.. :S the SS feel slowly until you see the speed at the HUD haaha __________________ 01 SOM A4 Z28 / 15 Mustang A6 50th anniversary XXXhp 460hp

10-23-2013, 11:37 PM	#9
SIN R G Drives: 2008 VW R32, 2011 Synergy Green 2SS Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Randolph, Wisconsin Posts: 1,544	Before you do go WOT go to your Doctor and get your MOD BUG SHOT. After you go WOT you will get a huge smile and you won't be able to stop. Without the shot you will crave more and more HP and the Mod Bug can set in. However, don't be alarmed if the shot does not work because it is similar to the flu shot which does not guarantee that you won't get the flu. Once you have the Mod Bug make sure you drink plenty of fluids (beer) and see your Doctor ASAP. He will write you a prescription for Long Tube Headers and send it to your local speed shop. This helps in case the wife complains, you just tell her you are following Doctors orders. Enjoy Your Camaro......

10-24-2013, 12:26 AM	#10
JCunningham Drives: 2017 2SS M6 Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: WNY Posts: 7,070	If you can find a big empty parking lot you can have fun. Just dont get stupid in traffic. 4000rpm and drop the clutch These cars are very forgiving. i hit 150 on a long open road that I could see miles down. saw a car in the distance so i let off and hard on the brakes. she still had some left. this when it was 100% stock. 150 feels like a stroll down the hiway smooth as silk. __________________ real ZL1 wheels and brakes, 285/305 Michelin Pilot Super Sports, Pray ported Intake manifold, Soler Throttle Body, Rotofab intake, EFI Tuning Flex fuel kit, full American Racing Headers Exhaust, 1 7/8" w/ cats H pipe and mufflers. Full 1LE suspension, with BMR adjustable sway bars and links, GM aluminum cradle bushings, Hurst shifter with lighter reverse spring, TWM shifter knob, Tick level 1 transmission. I should have bought a ZL1

10-24-2013, 12:57 AM	#12
2010 SSRS Drives: 3 V8 Camaros Join Date: May 2009 Location: The Ocean State Posts: 111,187 View My Garage	I went WOT back in 2009 right off the showroom floor with my SS __________________ Jannetty Racing JRE Street Package

10-24-2013, 07:40 AM	#13
JasonK Drives: 2010 Camaro Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Topeka, Kansas Posts: 713 View My Garage	I don't think there has been any reports of people pissing or sh*tting themselves while at WOT, you will be fine.