Finally upgraded to SS - Camaro5 Chevy Camaro Forum / Camaro ZL1, SS and V6 Forums

CyberGreyConvertible · 02-18-2015, 03:58 PM

Just wanted to officially make a thread about my upgrade to an SS in January. I purchased my Cyber Grey 2LT/RS convertible 2 summers ago, and I've always loved it. But I immediately knew that sometime in the near future I'd like to upgrade to the V8, and I've finally done it. In early January, I traded for a 2012 2SS/RS convertible (Victory Red) with only 14,000 miles, whereas my 2LT/RS had about 33,000 miles. The car had the GM Ground Effects kit on it, which really isn't my cup of tea. So I had them removed and sold them, and I absolutely love the look of the car now. I just thought the GFX made it look too bulky.

Unfortunately, this weather hasn't permitted too much enjoyment with my new car, so I haven't been able to have too much fun with it yet. That hasn't stopped me from modding it, though, hahaha. My 2LT/RS had Technostalgia sequential tail lights, but I decided not to keep them because of the perpetual problems with them. LED's have burnt out over 3 times now, I've sent them back only to have them go out again, etc.. Loved the way they look, but I just can't keep on sending them back for repair every 6 months.

Mods so far:

• GFX Kit removed
• ZL1 Replica rims
• Custom painted bow ties (River City)
• "45th" Badges added ( I know it's not officially a 45th edition, but it sorta is

)
• LED daytime running lights
• LED footwell lights (Red)
• Window tint (previous owner had it applied)
• SLP "Fading" gloss black side gills

Future mods planned:

• VIS Terminator carbon fiber hood (currently in my shed, waiting for warmer weather)
• Spyder blacked-out LED tail lights (installing them this weekend!)
• LED mailslot scanner (going to order tonight, probably)
• Painted brake calipers (Red, most likely)

I'll post some before and after pictures in the comments below.

Although I'll always love and miss my V6, I'm thrilled to finally be a part of the V8 community! Sorry for the long read, just had a whooooole lot to say!

Spartan01 · 02-18-2015, 03:58 PM

“Welcome to the party, pal.”
-John McClane

KaBoom1701 · 02-18-2015, 04:17 PM

Congrats on the upgrade!

Enjoy the power of the V8!

Ace0751 · 02-18-2015, 04:23 PM

Not bad not bad enjoy the ride when it gets warmer and the snow melts. Don't know when it's going to melt up here.

CyberGreyConvertible · 02-18-2015, 04:25 PM

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Originally Posted by Ace0751

Not bad not bad enjoy the ride when it gets warmer and the snow melts. Don't know when it's going to melt up here.

Yeah, you're telling me... So tired of this cold weather!

CyberGreyConvertible · 02-18-2015, 04:26 PM

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Originally Posted by KaBoom1701

Congrats on the upgrade!

Enjoy the power of the V8!

Thanks, man! I could only imagine what it's like going from a V6 to the ZL1. That's gotta be so much fun, it's ridiculous!

Ace0751 · 02-18-2015, 04:27 PM

It's going to feel like -10 up here tomorrow. I'm going to burn rubber when the snow is gone just to get rid of all this anger lol.

CyberGreyConvertible · 02-18-2015, 04:29 PM

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Originally Posted by Ace0751

It's going to feel like -10 up here tomorrow. I'm going to burn rubber when the snow is gone just to get rid of all this anger lol.

Hahahahaha, that's exactly my plan, too! Just gonna go nuts as soon as the weather permits.

KaBoom1701 · 02-18-2015, 05:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CyberGreyConvertible

Thanks, man! I could only imagine what it's like going from a V6 to the ZL1. That's gotta be so much fun, it's ridiculous!

Thx, put it this way...it's a fun learning curve. lol

BTW: Update your car info under your avatar pic!

CyberGreyConvertible · 02-18-2015, 05:54 PM

And I've gotta say, the backup camera makes parking 1000000000000x easier. Once I got my first camaro, I had to say goodbye to my ability to park straight. Backup camera alone makes me love this car, hahaha.

KaBoom1701 · 02-18-2015, 06:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CyberGreyConvertible

And I've gotta say, the backup camera makes parking 1000000000000x easier. Once I got my first camaro, I had to say goodbye to my ability to park straight. Backup camera alone makes me love this car, hahaha.

Agreed.

Shit....you have to change you avatar name too now. lol

I'm sure you can contact the C5 admins and they'll hook you up.

graf101 · 02-18-2015, 06:11 PM

Congrats on the new SS vert! I just bought mine maybe 3 weeks ago, and have been loving it with the top down!

Nothing like it.

CyberGreyConvertible · 02-18-2015, 07:10 PM

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Originally Posted by Comrando

C'mon April!

Congratulations, looks sharp.

Thank you, I really appreciate it!

02-18-2015, 03:58 PM	#1
CyberGreyConvertible Dunder Mifflin Inc. Drives: 2012 2SS/RS Convertible Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Cincinnati Posts: 468	Finally upgraded to SS Just wanted to officially make a thread about my upgrade to an SS in January. I purchased my Cyber Grey 2LT/RS convertible 2 summers ago, and I've always loved it. But I immediately knew that sometime in the near future I'd like to upgrade to the V8, and I've finally done it. In early January, I traded for a 2012 2SS/RS convertible (Victory Red) with only 14,000 miles, whereas my 2LT/RS had about 33,000 miles. The car had the GM Ground Effects kit on it, which really isn't my cup of tea. So I had them removed and sold them, and I absolutely love the look of the car now. I just thought the GFX made it look too bulky. Unfortunately, this weather hasn't permitted too much enjoyment with my new car, so I haven't been able to have too much fun with it yet. That hasn't stopped me from modding it, though, hahaha. My 2LT/RS had Technostalgia sequential tail lights, but I decided not to keep them because of the perpetual problems with them. LED's have burnt out over 3 times now, I've sent them back only to have them go out again, etc.. Loved the way they look, but I just can't keep on sending them back for repair every 6 months. Mods so far: • GFX Kit removed • ZL1 Replica rims • Custom painted bow ties (River City) • "45th" Badges added ( I know it's not officially a 45th edition, but it sorta is ) • LED daytime running lights • LED footwell lights (Red) • Window tint (previous owner had it applied) • SLP "Fading" gloss black side gills Future mods planned: • VIS Terminator carbon fiber hood (currently in my shed, waiting for warmer weather) • Spyder blacked-out LED tail lights (installing them this weekend!) • LED mailslot scanner (going to order tonight, probably) • Painted brake calipers (Red, most likely) I'll post some before and after pictures in the comments below. Although I'll always love and miss my V6, I'm thrilled to finally be a part of the V8 community! Sorry for the long read, just had a whooooole lot to say! Last edited by CyberGreyConvertible; 02-18-2015 at 04:09 PM.

02-18-2015, 04:17 PM	#3
KaBoom1701 KaBoom1701 Drives: 13' ZL1 Red M6 Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: I.E. SoCal (Yucaipa) Posts: 8,631	Congrats on the upgrade! Enjoy the power of the V8! __________________ Mods: Roto-Fab Intake, WW Res. kit & Big Gulp Air Scoop, Elite Catch Can, ATI Super Damper & 18% OD Pulley, LF Idler pulley bracket, Metco CC breather, ID850 Injectors, Stainless Power Headers w/ ceramic coating, TR71X Spark Plugs, JMS Fuel Pump Booster, Bo White TB, Tuned by Ted @ Jannetty Racing, Ron Davis HX, D3 Reservoir, Pfadt 1" Springs, Moreno Camber Plates, ZL1 Addons Splitter guard washers, Tow Hook kit & rock guards, Hurst Shifter Billet Plus 6 Speed Short Shifter, ZL1 DRL lighting harness, ZL1 Recaro Seats.

02-18-2015, 04:23 PM	#4
Ace0751 GEN5 Detail Drives: 2011 Synergy Series 2SS Convertible Join Date: Sep 2014 Location: Northeast, OH Posts: 1,986	Not bad not bad enjoy the ride when it gets warmer and the snow melts. Don't know when it's going to melt up here.

02-18-2015, 04:27 PM	#7
Ace0751 GEN5 Detail Drives: 2011 Synergy Series 2SS Convertible Join Date: Sep 2014 Location: Northeast, OH Posts: 1,986	It's going to feel like -10 up here tomorrow. I'm going to burn rubber when the snow is gone just to get rid of all this anger lol.

02-18-2015, 05:54 PM	#10
CyberGreyConvertible Dunder Mifflin Inc. Drives: 2012 2SS/RS Convertible Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Cincinnati Posts: 468	And I've gotta say, the backup camera makes parking 1000000000000x easier. Once I got my first camaro, I had to say goodbye to my ability to park straight. Backup camera alone makes me love this car, hahaha.

02-18-2015, 06:11 PM	#12
graf101 Trouble_SM Drives: 17' Summit White ZL1 Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: Midlothian, TX Posts: 450	Congrats on the new SS vert! I just bought mine maybe 3 weeks ago, and have been loving it with the top down! Nothing like it.