Questions for Al O. and team at CamaroFest

vtirocz · 07-10-2017, 09:59 PM

Here's my initial list of questions for the engineers at CamaroFest. I am hoping to have the opportunity to talk to them while I'm there (similar to last year's Factory Fest).

1. What are the parameters to engage the No Lift Shift feature on a Camaro SS? Is there a reason this is not advertised in the owner's manual? Both MotorTrend and Car and Driver discuss this specific feature in their 40k long term test wrap-ups, so it appears to be present.

2. What's considered the best suspension setup with track proven gains for a non-MRC SS? The SS with MRC is offered the 1LE package. I'm looking to get performance as close to a SS 1LE as possible. For non-MRC SS cars, they offer the following:
○ SG3 Suspension Lowering Kit (springs & dampers)
○ Sway Bar Suspension Upgrade System
Is there a specific combination that was track tested with proven gains? If so, which combination is recommended?

3. Will there be a ZL1 1LE suspension kit offered in the future (similar to the 5th gen Z28 kit) or any other performance suspension kit (other than what was mentioned above). If so, what are the details and timing?

4. When will the Helm's service manual be released for the 2017 model?

Sledgehammer70 · 07-10-2017, 10:21 PM

1.) Can you confirm if the SS 1LE will come in a auto package at the end of the year 2018

2.) Will you please sell me ZL1 Recaro seats and I swear I will remove the ZL1 badging

3.) Will you do a video with me on Lethal Garage where I let you drive my car and you tell me what you think?

4.) Z/28... I know you can't say anything, but maybe nod once, or blink a left eye if it is coming in the future. ( 6th Gen refresh)

5.) Why do you not offer rock guards on the 1LE stock? Literally the setup you have chips the rear wheels.

Ian SS · 07-10-2017, 10:29 PM

The answer to your first question has been posted before.

Ryephile · 07-10-2017, 10:42 PM

You guys have to understand he cannot give you an answer that can or might be construed as an official answer from GM, given he's a high-profile representative from the company.

Every question above is either "no" or "buy the accessories".

*mlee* · 07-10-2017, 10:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sledgehammer70

1.) Can you confirm if the SS 1LE will come in a auto package at the end of the year 2018

2.) Will you please sell me ZL1 Recaro seats and I swear I will remove the ZL1 badging

3.) Will you do a video with me on Lethal Garage where I let you drive my car and you tell me what you think?

4.) Z/28... I know you can't say anything, but maybe nod once, or blink a left eye if it is coming in the future. ( 6th Gen refresh)

5.) Why do you not offer rock guards on the 1LE stock? Literally the setup you have ship the rear wheels.

...are you going to the fest or just asking good questions.

I'd love to see you there.

Sledgehammer70 · 07-10-2017, 11:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mlee

...are you going to the fest or just asking good questions.

I'd love to see you there.

I leave tomorrow

.. well 7/12 2AM PT. I will be at the Fest and my first event will be Becky's Meet and Greet. Long road trip ahead with the Lethal Camaro and Lethal Suburban.

JCunningham · 07-11-2017, 02:31 AM

Why didnt you know that we all wanted the matching black 3rd brake light to go with the black tail lights?
Thanks for giving us all the stuff we asked for with the 6th gen.

01pewterz28 · 07-11-2017, 05:29 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ryephile

You guys have to understand he cannot give you an answer that can or might be construed as an official answer from GM, given he's a high-profile representative from the company.

Every question above is either "no" or "buy the accessories".

Well as Scott Settlemire would say I cannot give you an official answer but "wink " "wink" thus we would have our answer.

*mlee* · 07-11-2017, 05:39 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sledgehammer70

I leave tomorrow

.. well 7/12 2AM PT. I will be at the Fest and my first event will be Becky's Meet and Greet. Long road trip ahead with the Lethal Camaro and Lethal Suburban.

Good deal... Make sure you catch me and say hi.
Love all the videos and your support for Camaro.

Michigan1LTRS · 07-11-2017, 07:14 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mlee

...are you going to the fest or just asking good questions.

I'd love to see you there.

He sure is!

http://www.camaro6.com/forums/showthread.php?t=498993

WCoolBreeze · 07-12-2017, 05:48 PM

When will the GM CAI for the LT1 on the 1SS/2SS be CARB certified/legal in the communist state of California.

Walt B.

STYLO LT1 · 07-12-2017, 07:41 PM

Did you guys finally fire the QC person or persons who let so many cars go through with so many imperfections in the paint? I can't be there, but if someone could ask that would be great.

Hyper16 · 07-12-2017, 10:30 PM

If the GM CAI is installed without the tune does it affect the warranty?
And, can I install it myself or do I have to let the dealer do it to retain warranty?

JCunningham · 07-14-2017, 03:43 AM

Let them know that the traction control switch needs to be changed. Lot of people bump it changing the mode.

07-10-2017, 09:59 PM	#1
vtirocz Drives: 2017 Camaro 1SS M6 Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Indy Posts: 2,460	Questions for Al O. and team at CamaroFest Here's my initial list of questions for the engineers at CamaroFest. I am hoping to have the opportunity to talk to them while I'm there (similar to last year's Factory Fest). 1. What are the parameters to engage the No Lift Shift feature on a Camaro SS? Is there a reason this is not advertised in the owner's manual? Both MotorTrend and Car and Driver discuss this specific feature in their 40k long term test wrap-ups, so it appears to be present. 2. What's considered the best suspension setup with track proven gains for a non-MRC SS? The SS with MRC is offered the 1LE package. I'm looking to get performance as close to a SS 1LE as possible. For non-MRC SS cars, they offer the following: ○ SG3 Suspension Lowering Kit (springs & dampers) ○ Sway Bar Suspension Upgrade System Is there a specific combination that was track tested with proven gains? If so, which combination is recommended? 3. Will there be a ZL1 1LE suspension kit offered in the future (similar to the 5th gen Z28 kit) or any other performance suspension kit (other than what was mentioned above). If so, what are the details and timing? 4. When will the Helm's service manual be released for the 2017 model? __________________ 2017 Camaro 1SS, M6, Hurst shifter, Hyper Blue, NPP, Gray Split Spoke Wheels Best 1/4 Mile: 12.24 @ 115.9 mph

07-10-2017, 10:21 PM	#2
Sledgehammer70 Lethal Camaro Drives: 16 2SS, 71 Std, Suburban RTS Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Temecula, CA Posts: 3,855 View My Garage	1.) Can you confirm if the SS 1LE will come in a auto package at the end of the year 2018 2.) Will you please sell me ZL1 Recaro seats and I swear I will remove the ZL1 badging 3.) Will you do a video with me on Lethal Garage where I let you drive my car and you tell me what you think? 4.) Z/28... I know you can't say anything, but maybe nod once, or blink a left eye if it is coming in the future. ( 6th Gen refresh) 5.) Why do you not offer rock guards on the 1LE stock? Literally the setup you have chips the rear wheels. __________________ Thanks My Build Thread \| Lethal Garage YouTube \| Lethal Camaro IG \| Last edited by Sledgehammer70; 07-10-2017 at 11:54 PM.

07-10-2017, 10:29 PM	#3
Ian SS Drives: 2016 1SS, 2017 JKU Wrangler Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: San Diego Posts: 876 View My Garage	The answer to your first question has been posted before. __________________ SLO 1SS - sold 1SS MRC NPP 6MT 2018 Ram Rebel 4x4 5.7

07-10-2017, 10:42 PM	#4
Ryephile Hot Dog Drives: '17 1SS 1LE Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: Metro Detroit Posts: 1,937	You guys have to understand he cannot give you an answer that can or might be construed as an official answer from GM, given he's a high-profile representative from the company. Every question above is either "no" or "buy the accessories". __________________ 2017 "M1SS1LE" in Hyper Blue w/PDR

07-11-2017, 02:31 AM	#7
JCunningham Drives: 2017 2SS M6 Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: WNY Posts: 7,070	Why didnt you know that we all wanted the matching black 3rd brake light to go with the black tail lights? Thanks for giving us all the stuff we asked for with the 6th gen. __________________ real ZL1 wheels and brakes, 285/305 Michelin Pilot Super Sports, Pray ported Intake manifold, Soler Throttle Body, Rotofab intake, EFI Tuning Flex fuel kit, full American Racing Headers Exhaust, 1 7/8" w/ cats H pipe and mufflers. Full 1LE suspension, with BMR adjustable sway bars and links, GM aluminum cradle bushings, Hurst shifter with lighter reverse spring, TWM shifter knob, Tick level 1 transmission. I should have bought a ZL1

07-12-2017, 05:48 PM	#11
WCoolBreeze 2SS Drives: 2016 2SS, Red Garnet Tint Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Imperial, CA Posts: 1,343	When will the GM CAI for the LT1 on the 1SS/2SS be CARB certified/legal in the communist state of California. Walt B. __________________ 2016 Camaro 2SS 2005 Dodge Magnum R/T (Yes it has a Hemi) 1987 Camaro RS (California Special) - For Sale Gen6, 2016 Camaro 2SS, Red Garnet Tint (with Silver Rally Stripes) Ordered: 2-12-2016 TPW: 3-7-2016 Built: 3-7-2016 VIN 1G1FH78G0157626 Delivered: 4-26-2016

07-12-2017, 07:41 PM	#12
STYLO LT1 Drives: 2016 Camaro SS Vert. Join Date: Apr 2017 Location: Garden State Posts: 537	Did you guys finally fire the QC person or persons who let so many cars go through with so many imperfections in the paint? I can't be there, but if someone could ask that would be great.

07-12-2017, 10:30 PM	#13
Hyper16 A Heartbeat Away......... Drives: Not As Fast As I Would Like To Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: Maryland Posts: 1,379	If the GM CAI is installed without the tune does it affect the warranty? And, can I install it myself or do I have to let the dealer do it to retain warranty? __________________ ,,,,,,, 2016 Hyper Blue Metallic 2SS \| A8 \| MRC \| Sunroof \| Nav \| Mishimoto Catch Can \| GM CAI \| Hurst Shifter \| Borla S-Type Exhaust \| Body Color Splash Guards \| 1LE Splitter \| GM Dark Tail Lights \| ZL1 Third Brake Light \| Custom Fuel Door, Badges & Bowties \| Oracle Side Markers \| Blacked Out Stuff \| Opti-Coat Pro+ The problem with this world is stupidity. I'm not saying there should be penalties for stupidity, but why don't we just take the warning labels off everything and let the problem solve itself.

07-14-2017, 03:43 AM	#14
JCunningham Drives: 2017 2SS M6 Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: WNY Posts: 7,070	Let them know that the traction control switch needs to be changed. Lot of people bump it changing the mode. __________________ real ZL1 wheels and brakes, 285/305 Michelin Pilot Super Sports, Pray ported Intake manifold, Soler Throttle Body, Rotofab intake, EFI Tuning Flex fuel kit, full American Racing Headers Exhaust, 1 7/8" w/ cats H pipe and mufflers. Full 1LE suspension, with BMR adjustable sway bars and links, GM aluminum cradle bushings, Hurst shifter with lighter reverse spring, TWM shifter knob, Tick level 1 transmission. I should have bought a ZL1

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