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TrickOrTrEatSS · 09-04-2019, 02:51 AM

I have a 2010 Ss Camaro L99 and it’s very very slow I’m talking 14.7 1/4 mile in 97 Degrees weather and 14.2 when it cooled down but no engine light is on what wrong or what could be wrong cause I thought these cars ran miD 13’s

Benman · 09-04-2019, 06:51 AM

Could it be a loose nut between the seat and steering wheel? J/K. Need more information. Are you running with all nannies turn off? getting traction off the line? what's your 60' time? MPH? Are you using premium gas? Has the timing table been reset doing the #5 and #20 fuse pull to make sure the car is running on the premium fuel tables?

hrpiii · 09-04-2019, 07:00 AM

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Originally Posted by TrickOrTrEatSS

I have a 2010 Ss Camaro L99 and it’s very very slow I’m talking 14.7 1/4 mile in 97 Degrees weather and 14.2 when it cooled down but no engine light is on what wrong or what could be wrong cause I thought these cars ran miD 13’s

Maybe high 13's on a cool day, by not mid 13's, not stock in high heat like that.

Do everything Benman suggest, and that should squeeze the most out of the stock 2010 SS.

zlathim · 09-04-2019, 08:42 AM

What's the DA? I've seen stock SS Camaros run low 14's and high 13's a lot at our local track.

Otherwise, you can try the fuse pull and see if that helps.

InFiD3ViL · 09-04-2019, 09:07 AM

We need more information on the car.

Octane, stock tune, modded or not? The L99 is a great performer once tuned and modded, but in stock form can leave a bit to be desired. I didn't want to admit it at first but it is the nature of the car in stock form unfortunately.

I remember trying to get frisky with a 2015 Mustang GT just after I got my car and while it was bone stock. It was embarrassing how badly that GT spanked me. Wasn't even close. It was that moment that I remember so clearly that the mod bug bit my ass.

You do not need to open this engine up to have fun with it. It responds amazingly to bolt on parts and tune. Just remember that there is always someone out there with a faster car and bigger wallet. Also keep in mind that it is all relative. 20-30 years ago, some guys would have sold their soul to have a factory car running 14 second 1/4s. It is not slow. There are just a ton of fast cars now.

Juiced1 · 09-04-2019, 09:17 AM

Those numbers could be about right depending on a few other factors. If you are bone stock it sounds like its time for some mods. Check out some of our package deals we have going on. It makes it real easy to add some power.

G8One2 · 09-04-2019, 10:41 AM

Pretty sure my old 2016 escape 2.0L turbo did 14 sec in the 1/4. Might have been 15 second, can't remember.

Venomcustom · 09-04-2019, 10:52 AM

Those times are in line for a hot humid day in Georgia. Especially if you’re new to drag racing. You may hit a high 13 at ATCO. Lol

Moto-Mojo · 09-04-2019, 01:02 PM

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Originally Posted by Juiced1

Those numbers could be about right depending on a few other factors. If you are bone stock it sounds like its time for some mods. Check out some of our package deals we have going on. It makes it real easy to add some power.

And that my friends is how selling works!

Chris49066SS · 09-04-2019, 02:03 PM

Rest in peace, Gringo. The Camaro5 world is just a little darker without him when threads like these pop up lol...

No but really, OP, listen to the guys, they speak the truth. And Jason at Juiced can feed that mod bug with some good discounts!

davidscamaro · 09-04-2019, 02:20 PM

Those times sound right for bone stock L99. 5th gen are heavy cars.

Rock-It Man · 09-04-2019, 04:22 PM

I have a bone stock 2010 L99 with all season tires.

The worst I have ever done is 14.2 or so, and that was my first time ever at a drag strip.

Since then, I have made something like 40 runs and only three others were over 14.0 seconds. However, most were in the 13.8 range. Under 13.5 only happens on cool and cloudy days or at dusk.

If you can't get better than 14.7, you may need to work on your launch before blaming the car. Do not jab the fast pedal, but instead count one thousand one as you step on it, while gradually releasing the brake with your left foot.

redcoats1976 · 09-04-2019, 05:14 PM

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Originally Posted by Chris49066SS

Rest in peace, Gringo. The Camaro5 world is just a little darker without him when threads like these pop up lol...

No but really, OP, listen to the guys, they speak the truth. And Jason at Juiced can feed that mod bug with some good discounts!

yeah,it was a lot more active when gringo and the V8 boys would mix it up.those were the good old days.

InFiD3ViL · 09-04-2019, 08:10 PM

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Originally Posted by redcoats1976

yeah,it was a lot more active when gringo and the V8 boys would mix it up.those were the good old days.

Having fun and ragging on each other is one thing. He was just outright obnoxious and toxic. That stuff really wasn't good for the site. Which is a shame, as he was a decent person when he wasn't acting that way. He just got carried away and refused to reel it in.

09-04-2019, 02:51 AM	#1
TrickOrTrEatSS Drives: 2010 SS Camaro L99 Join Date: Sep 2019 Location: Ga Posts: 2	Something is Terribly Wrong I have a 2010 Ss Camaro L99 and it’s very very slow I’m talking 14.7 1/4 mile in 97 Degrees weather and 14.2 when it cooled down but no engine light is on what wrong or what could be wrong cause I thought these cars ran miD 13’s

09-04-2019, 08:42 AM	#4
zlathim Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS/RS M6 Join Date: May 2009 Location: Idaho Posts: 726	What's the DA? I've seen stock SS Camaros run low 14's and high 13's a lot at our local track. Otherwise, you can try the fuse pull and see if that helps. __________________ GPI SS2; EE E2 catch can; SP 1 7/8" LT Headers w/ hfc; FM AT 3" cat-back; CAI Cold Air Intake; AEM Wideband Tuned by GPI McCleod RXT; MGW flat stick; Ram Clutch slave cylinder & hydraulic adjuster BMR cradle & diff bushings, trailing arms, toe rods & upper control arm bushings Hotchkis sub-frame brace Stop Tech Z-23 brakes 4.10 gears, Eaton Truetrac, LPW diff cover Best 1/4 mile 12.073 @ 115.68 mph 3,300 ft DA

09-04-2019, 02:03 PM	#10
Chris49066SS Drives: 2010 SS L99 Join Date: Sep 2018 Location: Missouri Posts: 1,634	Rest in peace, Gringo. The Camaro5 world is just a little darker without him when threads like these pop up lol... No but really, OP, listen to the guys, they speak the truth. And Jason at Juiced can feed that mod bug with some good discounts! __________________ Previous PB:11.079 @ 122.99mph.. New setup time: TBD The 11.079 pass: https://youtu.be/pz27Zq54t_E Build thread - www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=555371

09-04-2019, 02:20 PM	#11
davidscamaro Drives: 2010 SS/RS M6 BIG cam Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: McDonald's DT Posts: 857	Those times sound right for bone stock L99. 5th gen are heavy cars. __________________ BIG cam ...... 305 45 18 Mickys ...... BMR suspensions

09-04-2019, 06:51 AM	#2
Benman Drives: 13 IOM 2ss RS manual Join Date: Jun 2018 Location: Euless,TX Posts: 213	Could it be a loose nut between the seat and steering wheel? J/K. Need more information. Are you running with all nannies turn off? getting traction off the line? what's your 60' time? MPH? Are you using premium gas? Has the timing table been reset doing the #5 and #20 fuse pull to make sure the car is running on the premium fuel tables? __________________ Rectangular Dollars will beat Cubic Inches

09-04-2019, 09:07 AM	#5
InFiD3ViL Drives: 2010 CGM 2SS/RS LS3 Swapped A6 Join Date: Sep 2016 Location: Spring Hill, FL Posts: 4,620	We need more information on the car. Octane, stock tune, modded or not? The L99 is a great performer once tuned and modded, but in stock form can leave a bit to be desired. I didn't want to admit it at first but it is the nature of the car in stock form unfortunately. I remember trying to get frisky with a 2015 Mustang GT just after I got my car and while it was bone stock. It was embarrassing how badly that GT spanked me. Wasn't even close. It was that moment that I remember so clearly that the mod bug bit my ass. You do not need to open this engine up to have fun with it. It responds amazingly to bolt on parts and tune. Just remember that there is always someone out there with a faster car and bigger wallet. Also keep in mind that it is all relative. 20-30 years ago, some guys would have sold their soul to have a factory car running 14 second 1/4s. It is not slow. There are just a ton of fast cars now. __________________ 2010 CGM Camaro 2SS LS3 Swapped A6 - GPI LS3 SS1 .647/.638, (224/237, 112 +4, 7º overlap) on CamMotion 8620 core, BTR Platinum .660" Dual Spring kit w/titanium retainers, CHE bronze trunnion upgrade, stock heads milled @ .015, Melling HV 10296 oil pump, TSP 1-7/8" long tube headers (W/Catless Off-road Pipes), Corsa Xtreme 3" Catback, GPI Ported/Rod Mod Intake, Stage 2 Ported Throttle Body, Vararam OTR CAI, Mike Norris Gen 2 catch can + GM 1LE clean side separator, 160º thermostat - Megan Racing adjustable coilovers (lowered 1.75"), MRR M017 10/11" wheels-Tuned by Ryan @ GPI

09-04-2019, 09:17 AM	#6
Juiced1 Account Suspended Drives: 2012 2SS CAMARO 45th Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: St. Charles, IL Posts: 18,663	Those numbers could be about right depending on a few other factors. If you are bone stock it sounds like its time for some mods. Check out some of our package deals we have going on. It makes it real easy to add some power.

09-04-2019, 10:41 AM	#7
G8One2 Drives: 2014 Camaro 2SS Join Date: Feb 2015 Location: Metro Detroit Posts: 492	Pretty sure my old 2016 escape 2.0L turbo did 14 sec in the 1/4. Might have been 15 second, can't remember.

09-04-2019, 10:52 AM	#8
Venomcustom Hard to want. Drives: 2020 red hot 1SS 1LE Join Date: Aug 2017 Location: Nashville Tennessee Posts: 527	Those times are in line for a hot humid day in Georgia. Especially if you’re new to drag racing. You may hit a high 13 at ATCO. Lol

09-04-2019, 04:22 PM	#12
Rock-It Man 376 cubic inches of fun Drives: 2023 Camaro ZL1 A10 Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: MA Posts: 4,036 View My Garage	I have a bone stock 2010 L99 with all season tires. The worst I have ever done is 14.2 or so, and that was my first time ever at a drag strip. Since then, I have made something like 40 runs and only three others were over 14.0 seconds. However, most were in the 13.8 range. Under 13.5 only happens on cool and cloudy days or at dusk. If you can't get better than 14.7, you may need to work on your launch before blaming the car. Do not jab the fast pedal, but instead count one thousand one as you step on it, while gradually releasing the brake with your left foot.