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Forum: 5th Gen Camaro SS LS LT General Discussions 12-26-2023, 10:08 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,029
Posted By ElderJ
Blessed Christmas, brethren. My son to whom I...

Blessed Christmas, brethren. My son to whom I sold the Camaro is seriously considering selling it. He wants a pickup for hauling furniture as a side gig and other things. I told him that the Camaro...
Forum: 5th Gen Camaro SS LS LT General Discussions 08-10-2023, 11:12 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,103
Posted By ElderJ
He's losing money with each delivery, though. My...

He's losing money with each delivery, though. My guess would be that the guy was either in a pinch (needed quick money or didn't have his usual ride available), or he is terrible with accounting.
Forum: 5th Gen Camaro SS LS LT General Discussions 08-10-2023, 11:09 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 508
Posted By ElderJ
I was just about to ask how you identified the...

I was just about to ask how you identified the leak, because my catch can setup makes a noticeable hissing noise w/o any leaks. Just the air passing through the hose I'm told.
Forum: 5th Gen Camaro SS LS LT General Discussions 08-10-2023, 11:05 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 529
Posted By ElderJ
I bought some after market LEDs from here several...

I bought some after market LEDs from here several years ago:
https://www.headlightexperts.com/


I have the non-RS ride, though.
Forum: 5th Gen Camaro SS LS LT General Discussions 07-10-2023, 08:49 AM
Replies: 161
Views: 50,714
Posted By ElderJ
And I keep hoping that Florida inflation would...

And I keep hoping that Florida inflation would recede at some point, but it appears that reality has smacked us both in the face.


To your point, since moving to Florida recently, I've seen a ton...
Forum: 5th Gen Camaro SS LS LT General Discussions 06-12-2023, 09:50 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,217
Posted By ElderJ
The Car Care Nut is a good Toyota YT channel, and...

The Car Care Nut is a good Toyota YT channel, and he has some good videos as to why the 10k mile oil change recommendation from Toyota is a bad idea. He suggests doing it around the 5k mark or so.
Forum: Camaro Issues / Problems | Warranty Discussions | TSB and Recalls 06-05-2023, 09:00 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,425
Posted By ElderJ
Just for clarity, did you hear/feel the misfire,...

Just for clarity, did you hear/feel the misfire, or was it just a flashing MIL? Reason I ask is because a few years ago I was rolling down the highway when my check engine light started flashing. I...
Forum: 5th Gen Camaro SS LS LT General Discussions 06-05-2023, 08:55 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,217
Posted By ElderJ
2014 scheduled maintenance is 7,500 miles. I...

2014 scheduled maintenance is 7,500 miles. I change mine around 5-6k since that's usually how much I put on it each year (if that).


I believe the timing chain issue due to oil starvation was...
Forum: 5th Gen Camaro SS LS LT General Discussions 06-05-2023, 08:48 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 3,715
Posted By ElderJ
My son bought a 2014 LT with 40k miles on it a...

My son bought a 2014 LT with 40k miles on it a few years ago. We've only put 23k miles on it over those 4 years, and this thing is rock solid. No issues, easy to work on (brakes, plugs, routine...
Forum: 5th Gen Camaro SS LS LT General Discussions 06-01-2023, 08:28 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 941
Posted By ElderJ
DexCool for the win

DexCool for the win
Forum: 5th Gen Camaro SS LS LT General Discussions 05-17-2023, 07:32 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,547
Posted By ElderJ
Resell for someone who isn't paying attention. In...

Resell for someone who isn't paying attention. In case we missed it, honesty and integrity isn't a strong suit of humanity these days.
Forum: 5th Gen Camaro SS LS LT General Discussions 05-02-2023, 08:04 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,875
Posted By ElderJ
https://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=37...

https://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=378863&highlight=jack+stands


3rd post has the stand locations, but as we know, you can alter it if need be. I'd also recommend using a piece of...
Forum: 5th Gen Camaro SS LS LT General Discussions 05-02-2023, 07:58 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,125
Posted By ElderJ
I live in Indiana, so that's what I do. I don't...

I live in Indiana, so that's what I do. I don't touch the AC unless the wife is with me. However, we're moving to Florida real soon, so all of that is due to change for sure.
Forum: Mechanical Maintenance: Break-in / Oil & Fluids / Servicing 05-01-2023, 08:31 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,275
Posted By ElderJ
What storey wrote. The outside air temperature...

What storey wrote. The outside air temperature has very little impact on your engine's running temperature (save for extreme conditions), so unless you know something about your engine that's...
Forum: Mechanical Maintenance: Break-in / Oil & Fluids / Servicing 05-01-2023, 08:26 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,489
Posted By ElderJ
You would need the engine to be at a specific...

You would need the engine to be at a specific running temp for a correct measurement. It's easier to just drain and fill with the same amount.


I bought a heat gun and checked my level the first...
Forum: Camaro Issues / Problems | Warranty Discussions | TSB and Recalls 04-21-2023, 09:52 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,007
Posted By ElderJ
If you want to test the traction control easily,...

If you want to test the traction control easily, just turn it off and punch it to see if the shudder still exists.
Forum: Mechanical Maintenance: Break-in / Oil & Fluids / Servicing 04-21-2023, 09:49 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,489
Posted By ElderJ
Check for any signs of a tranny fluid leak. If...

Check for any signs of a tranny fluid leak. If you can't find any, then just drain, measure, then fill (refill the same amount that you drained).


And as sengli stated, check your manual for the...
Forum: 5th Gen Camaro SS LS LT General Discussions 04-13-2023, 08:21 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,157
Posted By ElderJ
Ohio Valley weather is just as wacky. Two weeks...

Ohio Valley weather is just as wacky. Two weeks ago it was in the 30s during the morning, hit 70 in the afternoon, then stormed all night. Spring and Fall have stupid fluctuations like that around...
Forum: Mechanical Maintenance: Break-in / Oil & Fluids / Servicing 03-27-2023, 08:04 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,372
Posted By ElderJ
I use Wally World oil, myself. Cheapest I've...

I use Wally World oil, myself. Cheapest I've seen, and so far it hasn't given me any problems (63k miles). I did put Mobile 1 in there last time since they ran out of SuperTech.
Forum: Camaro Issues / Problems | Warranty Discussions | TSB and Recalls 03-09-2023, 08:47 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 588
Posted By ElderJ
Could be one (or a combination) of many reasons...

Could be one (or a combination) of many reasons for misfires. I always start with the coils and plugs. Swapping coils to see if the code follows the coil, then checking the plugs for any wear...
Forum: Mechanical Maintenance: Break-in / Oil & Fluids / Servicing 03-09-2023, 08:42 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,197
Posted By ElderJ
I never considered running chaser fluid to remove...

I never considered running chaser fluid to remove any residual from the pan (I just drain and fill). Has that been shown to be beneficial, or is it more so just a hand-me-down routine for peace of...
Forum: Mechanical Maintenance: Break-in / Oil & Fluids / Servicing 03-08-2023, 08:09 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,197
Posted By ElderJ
This

This
Forum: 5th Gen Camaro SS LS LT General Discussions 02-09-2023, 12:02 PM
Replies: 111
Views: 19,945
Posted By ElderJ
Same here. A bunch of dirty Camaros running...

Same here. A bunch of dirty Camaros running around these parts. I kept mine spotless, but ever since selling it back to my son, it's been covered with dirt and road salt. Hurts my eyes when I look at...
Forum: 5th Gen Camaro SS LS LT General Discussions 02-09-2023, 12:00 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,668
Posted By ElderJ
I just checked the Chilton manual, and you're...

I just checked the Chilton manual, and you're correct: the oil pan uses RTV sealant rather than a gasket.
Forum: Mechanical Maintenance: Break-in / Oil & Fluids / Servicing 02-08-2023, 08:43 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,407
Posted By ElderJ
My son's 2014 is standard height, and I can get a...

My son's 2014 is standard height, and I can get a normal jack under the sides, and even push it through the front (squishing the rubber trim to reach the closest jack point).
Forum: Camaro Issues / Problems | Warranty Discussions | TSB and Recalls 01-25-2023, 07:39 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,445
Posted By ElderJ
How did they confirm that the blend door is fine,...

How did they confirm that the blend door is fine, because it sounds like you may have the makings of a broken blend door.
Forum: Camaro Issues / Problems | Warranty Discussions | TSB and Recalls 01-21-2023, 06:11 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,173
Posted By ElderJ
Yeah, you have to remove the solenoid in order to...

Yeah, you have to remove the solenoid in order to access the 3 plug on the LFX. It's just one bolt, and other than that the plugs are easy as pie to change out, unless you break the plastic...

...
Forum: Camaro Issues / Problems | Warranty Discussions | TSB and Recalls 01-18-2023, 08:16 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 689
Posted By ElderJ
You may want to search this forum for Blend Door....

You may want to search this forum for Blend Door. You are showing the symptoms of a failing blend door it sounds like.
Forum: Camaro V6 LFX Engine, Exhaust, and Bolt-Ons 01-10-2023, 10:45 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,902
Posted By ElderJ
Chilton manual states that anti-seize is...

Chilton manual states that anti-seize is required. I did plug changes about 5k miles ago (year and a half) w/o issues thus far. I didn't use a torque wrench, either, but used the snug method. Most...
Forum: Camaro V6 LFX Engine, Exhaust, and Bolt-Ons 01-04-2023, 02:06 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,622
Posted By ElderJ
A lot of us v6 guys have asked this question in...

A lot of us v6 guys have asked this question in the past, and the most common response is for us to buy a v8. Sounds funny at first, but it is legit when you consider the limited return on investment...
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