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Forum: Dragstrip and Launch Techniques Discussion 10-02-2023, 02:26 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 13,432
Posted By bsimms89
Yes its not difficult, you just have to decide...

Yes its not difficult, you just have to decide out how you want to activate it. Don't listen to anyone here saying that 2 steps don't make sense on an auto. All the factory stock showdown cars...
Forum: Suspension / Brakes / Chassis 10-06-2021, 02:55 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,336
Posted By bsimms89
Steering Wheel Wobble after BMR trailing arms

I've had a 100% stock suspension and original wheels with the stock style tires in my 2012 Camaro SS Convertible since it was new (currently have 23,000 miles). After setting up for a drag setup I...
Forum: Camaro V8 LS3 / L99 Engine, Exhaust, and Bolt-Ons 09-12-2021, 02:41 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 754
Posted By bsimms89
It’s not the stall, when I don’t throw the code I...

It’s not the stall, when I don’t throw the code I can rev it up to 1700 on the 2 step no problem, after I hold the button to disable the nannies

I think I may have figured out what it is, my...
Forum: Camaro V8 LS3 / L99 Engine, Exhaust, and Bolt-Ons 09-12-2021, 11:44 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 754
Posted By bsimms89
This is my dash when I pull the fuses, the other...

This is my dash when I pull the fuses, the other 2 traction control lights don’t come on when I pull them and pressing or holding the traction control button doesn’t do anything
Forum: Camaro V8 LS3 / L99 Engine, Exhaust, and Bolt-Ons 09-12-2021, 11:36 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 754
Posted By bsimms89
Fuse 40/43 help

I have a hurst line loc on my 2012 SS and I have a 2 step rev limiter to launch from at the track. When at the track if I hold the button for 7 seconds and disable the nannies I can use the line loc...
Forum: Tuning / Diagnostics -- engine and transmission 09-10-2021, 05:10 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 998
Posted By bsimms89
New tune reededafter removing high flow cats?

I had my car dyno tuned 5 years ago by a good local tuner when I installed headers, an intake, ported throttle body, high flow cats, and exhaust.

I just installed a 2 step rev limiter to use at...
Forum: Suspension / Brakes / Chassis 08-10-2021, 01:00 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 689
Posted By bsimms89
I sanded the coating off with a die grinder with...

I sanded the coating off with a die grinder with a sanding wheel then the tube sleeve was able to slip on.
Forum: Suspension / Brakes / Chassis 08-09-2021, 05:39 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 689
Posted By bsimms89
Brake line fittings won’t fit

I’m trying to splice in a tee fitting for a pressure sensor on one of the rear brake lines on my 2012 convertible. I’ve done this before on other cars with 3/16 lines and never had an issue. I just...
Forum: Interior Parts & Accessories 06-10-2021, 01:48 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 942
Posted By bsimms89
WTB SLP Steering Column Gauge Pod

Does anyone have one in good condition that they want to sell? I just decided to finally buy one and it seems they are discontinued and I cant find any in stock.
Forum: Camaro Issues / Problems | Warranty Discussions | TSB and Recalls 03-15-2021, 07:58 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,284
Posted By bsimms89
Just seemed to be bad gas that fouled a spark...

Just seemed to be bad gas that fouled a spark plug. I put 10 fresh gallons in it and changed the #8 spark plug and now all is well
Forum: Camaro Issues / Problems | Warranty Discussions | TSB and Recalls 03-10-2021, 11:42 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,284
Posted By bsimms89
I think the U0073 code was a one time occurrence...

I think the U0073 code was a one time occurrence that happened when the CEL came on as all the lights on the dash came on at once, but after a few seconds they went away and only the CEL came on. I...
Forum: Camaro Issues / Problems | Warranty Discussions | TSB and Recalls 03-10-2021, 11:10 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,284
Posted By bsimms89
Sudden misfire and CEL

Just got some nice weather for the first time in months and went to take out my 2012 for the first time in probably 4 or 5 months. It started up great, I let it idle in the driveway for a few minutes...
Forum: Camaro V8 LS3 / L99 Engine, Exhaust, and Bolt-Ons 02-25-2019, 05:14 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 854
Posted By bsimms89
Good VVT cam to use with 2.9L whipple

I am currently swapping out the 2.9L whipple on my COPO for the new 2.65L Magnuson that NHRA approved for stock eliminator, so now I have an extra 2.9L whipple laying around. I'm planing on getting...
Forum: Forced Induction Discussions 11-07-2018, 01:22 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 5,022
Posted By bsimms89
Shame I'd either have to swap my body panels from...

Shame I'd either have to swap my body panels from a 2017 and convert it into a 2019 to run that in Stock Eliminator, or I'd just be restricted to running in the Showdown events if I made the swap...
Forum: V8 LT1 Engine, Exhaust, and Bolt-Ons 10-24-2018, 08:49 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 31,270
Posted By bsimms89
I've been curious about this as well, doesn't...

I've been curious about this as well, doesn't seem like its happening anytime soon. I would love to swap a 10 speed into my 6.2L supercharger raptor, as the new ecoboosts (which I have no interest...
Forum: Forced Induction Discussions 10-23-2018, 09:40 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,678
Posted By bsimms89
I've got 2 aeroforce gauges in my Raptor, have to...

I've got 2 aeroforce gauges in my Raptor, have to say they are very nice units
Forum: Camaro Convertible Forum 10-02-2018, 11:21 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 9,185
Posted By bsimms89
Haven't been to the dealer since I bought the...

Haven't been to the dealer since I bought the car, I do all my own maintenance. I stressed all that on the phone with GM I own a 2012 Camaro, a 69 Camaro, have owned numerous other chevys in the past...
Forum: Camaro Convertible Forum 09-26-2018, 02:35 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,347
Posted By bsimms89
Not to derail the topic, but when did you have...

Not to derail the topic, but when did you have your water management issues fixed? Was it withing the warranty period, and if not did chevy do anything to help you with the repairs? I am currently...
Forum: Camaro Convertible Forum 09-26-2018, 02:31 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 9,185
Posted By bsimms89
Well to get back to the point of the water...

Well to get back to the point of the water management system leaking into the floor pan. The drains aren't plugged or clogged. My body shop suggested a convertible top repair place nearby, I spoke to...
Forum: Dragstrip and Launching Discussion 09-25-2018, 02:04 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 11,160
Posted By bsimms89
Hmm I am looking for a track rental at the end of...

Hmm I am looking for a track rental at the end of the season to get some testing runs in before the winter to do some tweaking on the COPO, debating if I wanna drive that far
Forum: Camaro Convertible Forum 09-21-2018, 11:03 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 9,185
Posted By bsimms89
I've had the car over 6 years, the first 3 of...

I've had the car over 6 years, the first 3 of which it was outside year round and I never had water in it. You're saying that I should consider a half inch of water in the rear floor normal...
Forum: Camaro Convertible Forum 09-21-2018, 09:04 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 9,185
Posted By bsimms89
2012 Convertible water Management issue

Hey everybody, my 2012 convertible has always had a little rubbing on the top which I know was addressed with a redesign if people had the top changed(I didn't) now recently my convertible has been...
Forum: Cosmetic modifications (exterior and interior) 09-19-2018, 10:27 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 623
Posted By bsimms89
Red Third Brake Light

Does anyone know the part number for the OEM red third brake light, I can only find info and places to buy the black one
Forum: ZL1 Discussions 08-01-2018, 09:21 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 7,151
Posted By bsimms89
Here an in car video I took on my gopro back in...

Here an in car video I took on my gopro back in May at Maple Grove:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vUb4mmU4s6E

Also here's one of my first test runs in it from last fall that the track staff...
Forum: ZL1 Discussions 07-30-2018, 08:15 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 9,724
Posted By bsimms89
It would realistically take around 70-80k to get...

It would realistically take around 70-80k to get in the mix of the factory stock shootout times of 8.0 and maybe 7s, we’re looking at around 10k this winter for the roll cage and chassis upgrade,...
Forum: ZL1 Discussions 07-30-2018, 12:55 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 9,724
Posted By bsimms89
Looks familiar lol. I got my 2017 COPO...

Looks familiar lol.


I got my 2017 COPO #23 there last summer.

You should easily get it deep into the 8.5's as is and they really handle better than any drag car I've ever driven. There are a...
Forum: 2016+ Camaro: 6th Gen Camaro general forum 07-02-2018, 12:11 PM
Replies: 103
Views: 18,622
Posted By bsimms89
I still liked when this concept came up when...

I still liked when this concept came up when people were speculating on the 6th gen
Forum: Photos | Videos | Renderings 05-22-2018, 01:36 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,837
Posted By bsimms89
2017 COPO

Put the stripes and lettering on the COPO yestterday, one last round of testing this week, then it's ready for the races
Forum: Photos | Videos | Renderings 05-15-2018, 08:21 AM
Replies: 344
Views: 148,367
Posted By bsimms89
Looks good, but I still prefer my 2012 inferno...

Looks good, but I still prefer my 2012 inferno orange 2SS/RS convertible with flat black stripes, the new orange is just too flat.
Forum: 2016+ Camaro: 6th Gen Camaro general forum 03-14-2018, 01:39 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 9,426
Posted By bsimms89
I agree that the window buttons are in a weird...

I agree that the window buttons are in a weird place. When I'm in the staging lanes in the COPO its tricky to pull my elbow back enough and reach over the bar from the roll cage to close it, but I...
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