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romcjr · 07-12-2024, 09:14 AM

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Originally Posted by 11/SS/RS

I know its not real exciting, but hey... baby steps right? LOL...Got my Strut Tower Brace delivered today and installed after work!

I like it . I was excited when I got mine installed . We enjoy even the baby steps !!!
I'm curious about the John Deere equipment sitting beside your car . Mind sharing what it is ? I am a JD owner myself .

2010sgm · 07-12-2024, 02:37 PM

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Originally Posted by 11/SS/RS

I know its not real exciting, but hey... baby steps right? LOL...Got my Strut Tower Brace delivered today and installed after work!

ahh the joy of a 2011 easy to install brace....vs the 2010

11/SS/RS · 07-12-2024, 09:23 PM

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Originally Posted by romcjr

I like it . I was excited when I got mine installed . We enjoy even the baby steps !!!
I'm curious about the John Deere equipment sitting beside your car . Mind sharing what it is ? I am a JD owner myself .

Its a 42" cut S100 mower, just got it a few weeks ago. Moved into a house on an acre... got tired of the old push mower in a hurry with all that space. Actually only mow about 1/3rd of that, but still, pushing took me a few hours, now 45 minutes and Im having a cold one.

11/SS/RS · 07-12-2024, 09:27 PM

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Originally Posted by 2010sgm

ahh the joy of a 2011 easy to install brace....vs the 2010

I guess I got lucky, apparently, some 2011's didnt have the threaded bores either...

romcjr · 07-13-2024, 08:55 AM

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Originally Posted by 11/SS/RS

Its a 42" cut S100 mower, just got it a few weeks ago. Moved into a house on an acre... got tired of the old push mower in a hurry with all that space. Actually only mow about 1/3rd of that, but still, pushing took me a few hours, now 45 minutes and Im having a cold one.

Good for you !! As we get older we learn how to work smarter , not harder !!!

Jeff_SS · 08-05-2024, 04:37 PM

Finally gave up and took it to an A/C shop to have them diagnose the issue with it not blowing cold air after trying a ton of things myself.
Made a thread about it here https://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=626709

Need to replace expansion valve I guess.

Indian_Mack · 08-06-2024, 08:51 AM

I recently had the same issue. Sounds like you have a good thorough shop there. First place I took it to wanted to replace everything to a 2,000 bill. Took it to a shop I trust a little farther away, and they replaced that expansion valve for less than 300 bucks. Fixed the problem.

Jeff_SS · 08-06-2024, 12:18 PM

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Originally Posted by Indian_Mack

I recently had the same issue. Sounds like you have a good thorough shop there. First place I took it to wanted to replace everything to a 2,000 bill. Took it to a shop I trust a little farther away, and they replaced that expansion valve for less than 300 bucks. Fixed the problem.

Good to hear this was your result. Hope I have the same experience after I swap it out. Looks like a pain to reach up in there but I'll figure it out.

Jeff_SS · 08-10-2024, 06:40 PM

This morning I took the time to vacuum the system, replace the thermostatic expansion valve and recharge the system. Really wasn’t too bad replacing the expansion valve with the right 3/8” extensions.

$65 part and a few hours work using the loaner vacuum equipment from autozone and all is well.

Very happy to report that my a/c is working as it should, ice cold, again.

Good feeling after dealing with this issue for so long and spending so much time trying to chase down the issue.

1JEWLDSSRS · 08-10-2024, 06:45 PM

Well done brother!!

0stones0 · 08-10-2024, 07:50 PM

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Originally Posted by 2010sgm

ahh the joy of a 2011 easy to install brace....vs the 2010

Exactly why I haven’t bothered to install one.

Caveman_SS · 08-19-2024, 09:23 AM

Painted and installed the Z/28 style spoiler myself. Turned out pretty good.

The_bald_eagle_machine · 08-19-2024, 09:31 AM

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Originally Posted by Caveman_SS

Painted and installed the Z/28 style spoiler myself. Turned out pretty good.

Looks good brother!

Indian_Mack · 08-19-2024, 09:36 AM

A little engine cover bling and strut tower brace...

08-05-2024, 04:37 PM	#1224
Jeff_SS "Cam Only" Drives: 2013 Camaro SS Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Scottsdale, AZ Posts: 1,773 View My Garage	Finally gave up and took it to an A/C shop to have them diagnose the issue with it not blowing cold air after trying a ton of things myself. Made a thread about it here https://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=626709 Need to replace expansion valve I guess. Attached Images __________________ 2013 AGM Camaro 2SS/RS M6 \| LSA Blower, 2.5" pulley, 10% lower, FIC1000's, Fore Innovations Twin Pump fuel system w/ Flex Fuel, CMS Custom Grind Cam, Kooks 1 7/8" headers w/ catless off-road pipes, NPP Exhaust, 3.91's, JLT ZL1 Intake, Prospeed Heat Exchanger, Monster S Series Triple Disc Clutch \| Pfadt Suspension, 1LE Sway Bars \| DSS 1000hp axles \| Mickey Thompson ET Street R 305/45/18 \| Tuned by Ryne @ CMS E85: 734rwhp/674rwtq

08-10-2024, 06:40 PM	#1227
Jeff_SS "Cam Only" Drives: 2013 Camaro SS Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Scottsdale, AZ Posts: 1,773 View My Garage	This morning I took the time to vacuum the system, replace the thermostatic expansion valve and recharge the system. Really wasn’t too bad replacing the expansion valve with the right 3/8” extensions. $65 part and a few hours work using the loaner vacuum equipment from autozone and all is well. Very happy to report that my a/c is working as it should, ice cold, again. Good feeling after dealing with this issue for so long and spending so much time trying to chase down the issue. Attached Images __________________ 2013 AGM Camaro 2SS/RS M6 \| LSA Blower, 2.5" pulley, 10% lower, FIC1000's, Fore Innovations Twin Pump fuel system w/ Flex Fuel, CMS Custom Grind Cam, Kooks 1 7/8" headers w/ catless off-road pipes, NPP Exhaust, 3.91's, JLT ZL1 Intake, Prospeed Heat Exchanger, Monster S Series Triple Disc Clutch \| Pfadt Suspension, 1LE Sway Bars \| DSS 1000hp axles \| Mickey Thompson ET Street R 305/45/18 \| Tuned by Ryne @ CMS E85: 734rwhp/674rwtq

08-10-2024, 06:45 PM	#1228
1JEWLDSSRS Drives: 2011 SS-RS Join Date: May 2011 Location: FLORIDA Posts: 14,067	Well done brother!! __________________ TSP STAGE 3 CAM,231/246 @112 LSA 614/641 LIFT, CIRCLE D 5C-4200-4500 CONVERTER,LOD INTAKE.CORSA EXHAUST. DSS 1 PC DS. PEGASUS SOLID CRADLE MOUNTS. 486RWHP/475RWTQ.LOTS MORE.

08-19-2024, 09:23 AM	#1230
Caveman_SS Will Cave Drives: 2010 Victory Red 2SS LS3 Join Date: May 2023 Location: North Carolina Posts: 179	Z/28 Spoiler Painted and installed the Z/28 style spoiler myself. Turned out pretty good. Attached Images

08-06-2024, 08:51 AM	#1225
Indian_Mack Drives: 2013 Chevy Camaro 1LT Join Date: May 2022 Location: Lacey, Wa Posts: 181	I recently had the same issue. Sounds like you have a good thorough shop there. First place I took it to wanted to replace everything to a 2,000 bill. Took it to a shop I trust a little farther away, and they replaced that expansion valve for less than 300 bucks. Fixed the problem.

08-19-2024, 09:36 AM	#1232
Indian_Mack Drives: 2013 Chevy Camaro 1LT Join Date: May 2022 Location: Lacey, Wa Posts: 181	A little engine cover bling and strut tower brace...