I just noticed something - Camaro5 Chevy Camaro Forum / Camaro ZL1, SS and V6 Forums

kalel · 01-20-2009, 11:53 AM

Everytime a see a picture of the camaro from the front and think, "man that is one beautiful car - those lines are beautiful," I look again and realize that it is the V6.

I want the V8 for every single reason except the front end. I wish I could have the V8 with the V6 exterior.

Inspector 17 · 01-20-2009, 11:56 AM

LS3 engine option from GMPP...makes a V6 turn into a V8.

*The_Blur* · 01-20-2009, 11:56 AM

They should bolt up in the same places. That can be arranged. Likewise, you could drop this under the hood of your V6 and sell the LLT. You might need a bigger hood.

dieseldave24v · 01-20-2009, 12:00 PM

It would be a hell of allot easier to change the front clip of the car than to change the engine. Allot cheaper as well.

CamaroSSforme · 01-20-2009, 12:18 PM

Passing by..shaking my head....

PQ · 01-20-2009, 12:26 PM

Maybe find someone who has to settle for a V6 and swap fronts with them.

Are you trying to hide your V8 to surprise people? I think your crazy.

GatorBlue371 · 01-20-2009, 12:27 PM

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*Mr. Wyndham* · 01-20-2009, 01:12 PM

I like the SS better...I honestly didn't care for one over the other, until I saw them both in person. While the V6 facia has very beautiful, clean lines, and it stays VERY close to the concept...the SS's front end is more menacing, and much more aggressive looking when you see the two next to each other.

drivingincamaro · 01-20-2009, 01:16 PM

i only had these 2 v6 and v8 pics in my folder

i cant wait to see the camaro in person

I agree with dragon eye about v6s and the v8 front grill and fascia

B2E2RUN · 01-20-2009, 01:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by camaropete

LS3 engine option from GMPP...makes a V6 turn into a V8.

Different trans as well. Definate reflash of the ECM.
As already said, just swap the front fascia.

Dan · 01-20-2009, 02:28 PM

Putting a v8 in a v6 model is probably a mistake. They are not the same transmissions, manual or auto, and are not rated for the torque of a v8.

themossman · 01-20-2009, 03:34 PM

When using the car properly...you'll find that you don't even notice the front end...but you will notice what's under the hood...

*TAG UR IT* · 01-20-2009, 04:04 PM

^Very true. I personally like the V8 better. And I know we won't be looking at it in this direction, but I love this shot...

I know this is Jinx's shot and it's not the one I'm looking for. But, if you look at the downward shot of the front end, it looks too cool. I like the added flare of the lower valance.

scorpio · 01-20-2009, 04:12 PM

+1

Always liked the V6 front better. It looks much more in line with the rest of the car. The 'cheeks', fogs and lower grille on the V8 front look awkward to me.

01-20-2009, 11:53 AM	#1
kalel Drives: 2018 2SS 1LE Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Utah Posts: 128	I just noticed something Everytime a see a picture of the camaro from the front and think, "man that is one beautiful car - those lines are beautiful," I look again and realize that it is the V6. I want the V8 for every single reason except the front end. I wish I could have the V8 with the V6 exterior.

01-20-2009, 11:56 AM	#3
The_Blur Moderator Drives: 2018 Harley-Davidson Street Bob Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: San Diego Posts: 14,768	They should bolt up in the same places. That can be arranged. Likewise, you could drop this under the hood of your V6 and sell the LLT. You might need a bigger hood. __________________ RDP Motorsport//GEN5DIY//Cultrag Performance//JPSS//Rodgets Chevrolet// Operation Demon//Buy at Invoice//RACECARWEAR RESPECT ALL CARS. LOVE YOUR OWN. warn 145:159 ban

01-20-2009, 12:00 PM	#4
dieseldave24v PowerStroke this Ford boy Drives: Like Don Garlits "Big Daddy" Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Richlands/Camp Lejeune NC Posts: 462	It would be a hell of allot easier to change the front clip of the car than to change the engine. Allot cheaper as well. __________________ Hey big man let me hold a dollar

01-20-2009, 12:26 PM	#6
PQ Booooosted. Drives: 2010 Supercharged SS Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Mobile, AL Posts: 36,717 View My Garage	Maybe find someone who has to settle for a V6 and swap fronts with them. Are you trying to hide your V8 to surprise people? I think your crazy. __________________

01-20-2009, 12:27 PM	#7
GatorBlue371 Drives: vrooooom vrooooom Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Florida Posts: 1,375	+9999999999999999999999999999 __________________ "With a light touch on the brakes, run the revs up a bit. Slip off the brake and bury the throttle. There's a light chirp as tires scratch for bite. Then comes a sub-5.0-second sled ride to 60 mph. A tick over 13.0 sec. and you're through the quarter-mile. It's a rush, of course, but not overly dramatic. Try the same thing with this pair's predecessors of 1970 or so and you'll find yourself in a bit of a wrestling match. Ain't progress wonderful? Maybe yes, and maybe sometimes it's fun to wrestle."

01-20-2009, 11:56 AM	#2
Inspector 17 I love crepes Drives: 2017 ZL1 NGM A10 Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Maryland Posts: 4,955 View My Garage	LS3 engine option from GMPP...makes a V6 turn into a V8.

01-20-2009, 12:18 PM	#5
CamaroSSforme Got my two Drives: 2010 Camaro SS/RS - RJT/Black Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Massachusetts Posts: 430	Passing by..shaking my head....

01-20-2009, 01:12 PM	#8
Mr. Wyndham I used to be Dragoneye... Drives: 2018 ZL1 1LE Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Buffalo, NY Posts: 31,873 View My Garage	I like the SS better...I honestly didn't care for one over the other, until I saw them both in person. While the V6 facia has very beautiful, clean lines, and it stays VERY close to the concept...the SS's front end is more menacing, and much more aggressive looking when you see the two next to each other. __________________ *"Keep the faith."* - Fbodfather

01-20-2009, 01:16 PM	#9
drivingincamaro Drives: 95 civic Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Chicago Illinois Posts: 5,796	i only had these 2 v6 and v8 pics in my folder i cant wait to see the camaro in person I agree with dragon eye about v6s and the v8 front grill and fascia Attached Images __________________

01-20-2009, 02:28 PM	#11
Dan Drives: 2004 GTO Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Montgomery, AL Posts: 448	Putting a v8 in a v6 model is probably a mistake. They are not the same transmissions, manual or auto, and are not rated for the torque of a v8.

01-20-2009, 03:34 PM	#12
themossman Apprehensive Optimist Drives: '10 SS/RS SIM Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: JAX Posts: 1,383	When using the car properly...you'll find that you don't even notice the front end...but you will notice what's under the hood...

01-20-2009, 04:04 PM	#13
TAG UR IT www.Camaro5store.com Drives: 2014 ZL1 #705 Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: SA, Texas Posts: 26,544 View My Garage	^Very true. I personally like the V8 better. And I know we won't be looking at it in this direction, but I love this shot... I know this is Jinx's shot and it's not the one I'm looking for. But, if you look at the downward shot of the front end, it looks too cool. I like the added flare of the lower valance. Attached Images

01-20-2009, 04:12 PM	#14
scorpio Drives: E46 BMW Join Date: May 2008 Location: Germany Posts: 24	+1 Always liked the V6 front better. It looks much more in line with the rest of the car. The 'cheeks', fogs and lower grille on the V8 front look awkward to me.

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