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ncbob · 10-20-2011, 12:41 PM

Hey guys and ladies.
New to this forum and have to admit, it's one of the better forums I've seen.
Just took delivery of a 2012 45th Anniversary, 2SS, RS 6-speed convertible.
What a cool car. I've had my share of toys, but this is the best bang for the buck in existance.
So far I'm happy with the stereo, seats, top and overall quality. A little disappointed with low-end performance, but it's only got 125 miles on the odo. Hopefully that will improve.
This weekend I plan on installing a K&N CAI and a Flowmaster axel-back.
Next is a ported TB.
No pics yet. Need to break out the camera.

Feel free to make suggestions, criticisms, etc.

With your help, I'm looking forward to a fun ownership.
Thanks
Bob

panther2469 · 10-20-2011, 01:13 PM

Congrats and welcome to Camaro5

GnyaTek · 10-20-2011, 10:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ncbob

Hey guys and ladies.
New to this forum and have to admit, it's one of the better forums I've seen.
Just took delivery of a 2012 45th Anniversary, 2SS, RS 6-speed convertible.
What a cool car. I've had my share of toys, but this is the best bang for the buck in existance.
So far I'm happy with the stereo, seats, top and overall quality. A little disappointed with low-end performance, but it's only got 125 miles on the odo. Hopefully that will improve.
This weekend I plan on installing a K&N CAI and a Flowmaster axel-back.
Next is a ported TB.
No pics yet. Need to break out the camera.

Feel free to make suggestions, criticisms, etc.

With your help, I'm looking forward to a fun ownership.
Thanks
Bob

Welcome aboard!

What issues are you seeing regarding "low-end performance"? During engine break-in period it isn't uncommon not to have the full power available. Though if the dealer filled the tank with regular instead of premium gas that can impact performance right off. Let us know how it goes over the next couple tanks and if you continue to have difficulties perhaps we can come up with some suggestions.

2010 SSRS · 10-20-2011, 10:30 PM

welcome

jesserayjames · 10-20-2011, 10:34 PM

Welcome...........................................

Papa T · 10-20-2011, 10:41 PM

Welcome, congrats, enjoy both the car and this site...

OrangeVert · 10-21-2011, 12:20 AM

Welcome, Bob! Thanks for making your first post in the vert forum.

Curious, what about the low end don't you like? I hear things loosen up after a few thousand miles. I've got 1,650 miles on mine and it goes like a scalded cat. Of course, it doesn't do anything if I floor it while in a high gear at low speed - and at first that had me fooled. But these things are built to do 155+ MPH from the factory, so if you match gears to speed the performance should scare you.

So much that one *really* needs to be careful. If I were 17 again and had this car, I would really get in trouble. And I was a "good" kid.

But bang for the buck, oh yeah! Especially compared to the Mopar and Mustang, imho. Plus the Mopar has no drop top, that made the decision that much easier for me.

p.s. Glad you like the C5 forums. Lots of good people here, one visit and I was hooked.

ncbob · 10-21-2011, 09:41 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GnyaTek

Welcome aboard!

What issues are you seeing regarding "low-end performance"? During engine break-in period it isn't uncommon not to have the full power available. Though if the dealer filled the tank with regular instead of premium gas that can impact performance right off. Let us know how it goes over the next couple tanks and if you continue to have difficulties perhaps we can come up with some suggestions.

Never thought of the lower octane gas for the initial fill-up. Doesn't surprise me that they would fill up with cheaper gas.
I was anticipating a little more neck-snapping speed in the 2-4000 rpm range. Last night I installed a K&N CAI and noticed an improvement in throttle response. Tonight the Flowmasters go on, then the TB.
Thanks for the insight.
Bob

Falundir · 10-21-2011, 12:21 PM

Mine wasn't as snappy until around 1600-1800 miles. Rumor has it the engine comes alive at 5k.

BlackVert · 10-21-2011, 06:50 PM

Mine is at nearly 6K, and no real difference. It's been discussed before, but speed is subjective to the owner. For a lot of us, however, these cars have been a bit disappointing in the quickness department. They are heavy, and with large diameter and heavy wheels, the gear multiplication is poor, too. I'm hoping for a lower gear set down the road, like 4:11 type, but to do it now makes little sense: it voids the warranty and there reputedly isn't a good set out there that's been debugged.

HerRSVert · 10-21-2011, 08:46 PM

Welcome aboard Bob from over in the Ville (Fayetteville)! lol Congrats on the new acquisition! Like you, I too found this to be one of the better forums out there. A lot of knowledgeable and friendly folks here at C5.

MiSS1LE · 10-23-2011, 08:34 PM

Welcome !

skinman · 10-23-2011, 09:43 PM

Welcome! Hold on to your wallet. PLENTY of mod ideas here...

Berryp · 10-27-2011, 12:32 PM

Welcome and enjoy your new ride.......

10-20-2011, 12:41 PM	#1
ncbob Drives: 2012 2SS Camaro 45th Anniv Convert. Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Charlotte, NC Posts: 62	New Camaro Owner Hey guys and ladies. New to this forum and have to admit, it's one of the better forums I've seen. Just took delivery of a 2012 45th Anniversary, 2SS, RS 6-speed convertible. What a cool car. I've had my share of toys, but this is the best bang for the buck in existance. So far I'm happy with the stereo, seats, top and overall quality. A little disappointed with low-end performance, but it's only got 125 miles on the odo. Hopefully that will improve. This weekend I plan on installing a K&N CAI and a Flowmaster axel-back. Next is a ported TB. No pics yet. Need to break out the camera. Feel free to make suggestions, criticisms, etc. With your help, I'm looking forward to a fun ownership. Thanks Bob __________________ 2012 2SS, RS 45th Anniversary Convertible K&N CAI Flowmaster Axel Back Hurst Short Shifter ThePowderPros Ported TB JL XD700/5 Amp, Focal sub, Polk Speakers and **** stuff. 2011 Mercedes C-300 (Wife's car) http://s115.photobucket.com/home/ncbob

10-20-2011, 01:13 PM	#2
panther2469 Drives: 2011 2SS RS SIM Litho # 193 Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: West Hills, CA Posts: 5,085 View My Garage	Congrats and welcome to Camaro5 __________________

10-20-2011, 10:30 PM	#4
2010 SSRS Drives: 3 V8 Camaros Join Date: May 2009 Location: The Ocean State Posts: 111,187 View My Garage	welcome __________________ Jannetty Racing JRE Street Package

10-20-2011, 10:34 PM	#5
jesserayjames Drives: Drives a 2012 IOM 2SS/RS 6M Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: South Jersey Posts: 4,860 View My Garage	Welcome........................................... __________________ CAMARO 2SS/RS 6M

10-20-2011, 10:41 PM	#6
Papa T Drives: 2011 2LT RJT, 6A, 19" polished Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Vermont Posts: 747 View My Garage	Welcome, congrats, enjoy both the car and this site... __________________

10-21-2011, 12:20 AM	#7
OrangeVert "Catharine" Drives: '11 2SS/RS LS-3 IOM/IO vert Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Southern NH Posts: 2,132	Welcome, Bob! Thanks for making your first post in the vert forum. Curious, what about the low end don't you like? I hear things loosen up after a few thousand miles. I've got 1,650 miles on mine and it goes like a scalded cat. Of course, it doesn't do anything if I floor it while in a high gear at low speed - and at first that had me fooled. But these things are built to do 155+ MPH from the factory, so if you match gears to speed the performance should scare you. So much that one really needs to be careful. If I were 17 again and had this car, I would really get in trouble. And I was a "good" kid. But bang for the buck, oh yeah! Especially compared to the Mopar and Mustang, imho. Plus the Mopar has no drop top, that made the decision that much easier for me. p.s. Glad you like the C5 forums. Lots of good people here, one visit and I was hooked. __________________

10-21-2011, 12:21 PM	#9
Falundir Drives: 2017 1SS 1LE - Hyper Blue, P85DL Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: East Bay Posts: 2,189 View My Garage	Mine wasn't as snappy until around 1600-1800 miles. Rumor has it the engine comes alive at 5k.

10-21-2011, 06:50 PM	#10
BlackVert Drives: 2SS/RS LS3, Hurst - Del'd 4/19/11 Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 56 View My Garage	Mine is at nearly 6K, and no real difference. It's been discussed before, but speed is subjective to the owner. For a lot of us, however, these cars have been a bit disappointing in the quickness department. They are heavy, and with large diameter and heavy wheels, the gear multiplication is poor, too. I'm hoping for a lower gear set down the road, like 4:11 type, but to do it now makes little sense: it voids the warranty and there reputedly isn't a good set out there that's been debugged. __________________

10-21-2011, 08:46 PM	#11
HerRSVert Drives: 2011 1LT/RS Victory Red Convertible Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: North Carolina Posts: 82 View My Garage	Welcome aboard Bob from over in the Ville (Fayetteville)! lol Congrats on the new acquisition! Like you, I too found this to be one of the better forums out there. A lot of knowledgeable and friendly folks here at C5.

10-23-2011, 08:34 PM	#12
MiSS1LE Drives: 2014 1LE & 2014 C7 Join Date: May 2011 Location: DFW Posts: 742	Welcome !

10-23-2011, 09:43 PM	#13
skinman Drives: Convertible Camaro Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Louisiana Posts: 858 View My Garage	Welcome! Hold on to your wallet. PLENTY of mod ideas here... __________________

10-27-2011, 12:32 PM	#14
Berryp Drives: 2011 Camaro Vert RS A6 Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Texas Posts: 244	Welcome and enjoy your new ride....... __________________ [

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