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Mudgett · 03-11-2017, 08:23 AM

Good morning all. New to Camaro 5. Been reading alot of posts so I figured I'd join and make contact with other Camaro folks. Cen-Cal area. Looking to shoot the breeze about 5thgens and meet local folks to find out about car shows and camaro specific events. I've had some minor lifter noise but this morning I got a God awful rattle. I already have an appointment with a dealer regarding the lifters, set for 3-16-17. Now I will have to add this rattle to the list. I suspect it's exhaust, but I'm concerned it might be the lifter (s) getting worse. Since it's a couple days until I go into the dealer, I will most deff be working on getting audio/video of the rattle. I have no mods. 2013 SS/RS. 32k miles. Very well maintained weekend cruiser. Still have factory drivetrain warranty and extended warranty has been purchased also. Anyway. Glad to get started on here and looking forward to chatting with many of you.

christianchevell · 03-11-2017, 08:43 AM

noise could be anything from a lifter going bad which is more likely to happen, too a L99 engine to a rockers trunnion failing, too the manual trans slaves bearing support melting because it is not a billet Monster replacement, too the ls3 style chain tensioner falling apart from being plastic and not the ls7/2 dog bone style . To avoid any damage carefully watch oil pressure if its from the engine.
A rattle could also just simply be a baffle shot having it spot welds fail inside the muffler which is noted to happen with the stock "trash can" exhaust...called that for looking like two smashed metal trash cans. And rattling heat shield along the drive shaft tunnel ...

Good Luck, look for the noise with a hose as a stephoscope if needed and tear the valve covers off if needed to inspect ,tow it don't let it eat a valve and bite the engine as that's spendy.

Minor typewriter chatter from a ls engine is normal BTW because of the high lifting roller lifters and the preload being in a range to when the engine warms the tolerances become tighter and thus less noise for many. L99 AFM lifters are more prone to fail if your auto.

PalmerGA · 03-11-2017, 04:50 PM

Welcome to C5. Hope you get your problems fixed.

STUNNAH · 03-12-2017, 03:43 AM

Welcome to the site as well...Glad that you had the foresight to purchase the extended warranty, as well as, having the remaining drive train warranty...You should come out ok...Hope they can find the problem and have you rolling soon...

camguynj · 03-12-2017, 06:25 AM

Welcome and good luck. Hope it's not anything serious. As prior mentioned avoid driving it , if you do eye the oil pressure, and have it towed to the dealer. Post back when you find out.

Ashen 6.2 · 03-12-2017, 07:36 AM

Welcome and hope they find the issue quickly.

jrhagen · 03-12-2017, 08:04 AM

What's the rarest 2013 SS Camaro?

Unmolested, congrats!

69 SS 350 5 Speed · 03-12-2017, 08:25 AM

You can look at the build numbers and get an idea from the color and options list but you can not get it down to a certain combination of options. You would have to extrapolate the options spread over the models to get anywhere close. And even then it is still a SWAG. The single most rare 13 Camaro is the Dusk Edition Convertible. 158 built.

jrhagen · 03-12-2017, 08:53 AM

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Originally Posted by 69 SS 350 5 Speed

You can look at the build numbers and get an idea from the color and options list but you can not get it down to a certain combination of options. You would have to extrapolate the options spread over the models to get anywhere close. And even then it is still a SWAG. The single most rare 13 Camaro is the Dusk Edition Convertible. 158 built.

You completely missed the point.

Mudgett · 03-12-2017, 10:25 AM

It's an L99A6. Wanted the M6 but the ole lady insisted on auto in case she has to drive me in an emergency. So auto it is. She has not, nor will she ever set foot behind the wheel, but the emergency situation is a valid point. So auto it is.

The rattle ended up being a shredded ac belt. Changed that using a few zip ties. Went ahead and changed the serp too.

Used a pvc pipe to check engine noise. Either a slightly noisy lifter or a Very noisy injector. I'm betting lifter.

Mudgett · 03-12-2017, 10:30 AM

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Originally Posted by jrhagen

What's the rarest 2013 SS Camaro?

Unmolested, congrats!

Thanks. Been in the auto industry for many years. Engine machinist for a decade. Restored all types of cars over the years. I've found that the unmolested cars are the ones worth the most after 30+ years. I have plans for a few exterior, interior, and performance mods, but nothing that can't be changed back. Performance mods will not commenced until all warranties have expired. By then, I'll probably have changed my mind and continue to leave stock.

Mudgett · 03-12-2017, 11:19 AM

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Originally Posted by 69 SS 350 5 Speed

You can look at the build numbers and get an idea from the color and options list but you can not get it down to a certain combination of options. You would have to extrapolate the options spread over the models to get anywhere close. And even then it is still a SWAG. The single most rare 13 Camaro is the Dusk Edition Convertible. 158 built.

Dude was just saying it's rare that ppl don't mod their cars. Wasn't a true statement of "rareness" but I do appreciate you chiming in. All replys are welcome as long as they aren't degrading, rude, or obscene.

I thought there were only 69 COPOS made in '13. Not 100% on that tho.

Concerning mine, it's just 1 of 18k SS's made that year, and I just want to keep it clean / running good for many years to come.

snarky · 03-12-2017, 12:13 PM

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Originally Posted by Mudgett

All replys are welcome as long as they aren't degrading, rude, or obscene.

Hope it is just an exhaust leak. I like yellow.

18LTLoveIt · 03-12-2017, 02:01 PM

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Originally Posted by jrhagen

What's the rarest 2013 SS Camaro?

Unmolested, congrats!

Welcome aboard. In here a stock 5th Gen look is rare.

And that's cool, makes ours more unique!

03-11-2017, 08:23 AM	#1
Mudgett Drives: 2013 SS/RS Join Date: Mar 2017 Location: Fresno County CA Posts: 71	New to Camaro5 , new problems arise. Good morning all. New to Camaro 5. Been reading alot of posts so I figured I'd join and make contact with other Camaro folks. Cen-Cal area. Looking to shoot the breeze about 5thgens and meet local folks to find out about car shows and camaro specific events. I've had some minor lifter noise but this morning I got a God awful rattle. I already have an appointment with a dealer regarding the lifters, set for 3-16-17. Now I will have to add this rattle to the list. I suspect it's exhaust, but I'm concerned it might be the lifter (s) getting worse. Since it's a couple days until I go into the dealer, I will most deff be working on getting audio/video of the rattle. I have no mods. 2013 SS/RS. 32k miles. Very well maintained weekend cruiser. Still have factory drivetrain warranty and extended warranty has been purchased also. Anyway. Glad to get started on here and looking forward to chatting with many of you.

03-11-2017, 08:43 AM	#2
christianchevell old school chevy rodder Drives: 2021 zl1 a-10 WildCherry Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Oregon Posts: 5,622 View My Garage	noise could be anything from a lifter going bad which is more likely to happen, too a L99 engine to a rockers trunnion failing, too the manual trans slaves bearing support melting because it is not a billet Monster replacement, too the ls3 style chain tensioner falling apart from being plastic and not the ls7/2 dog bone style . To avoid any damage carefully watch oil pressure if its from the engine. A rattle could also just simply be a baffle shot having it spot welds fail inside the muffler which is noted to happen with the stock "trash can" exhaust...called that for looking like two smashed metal trash cans. And rattling heat shield along the drive shaft tunnel ... Good Luck, look for the noise with a hose as a stephoscope if needed and tear the valve covers off if needed to inspect ,tow it don't let it eat a valve and bite the engine as that's spendy. Minor typewriter chatter from a ls engine is normal BTW because of the high lifting roller lifters and the preload being in a range to when the engine warms the tolerances become tighter and thus less noise for many. L99 AFM lifters are more prone to fail if your auto. __________________ 2021 Wild Cherry ZL1 A10, Sunroof, Data,Red Carbon Interior, Nav, RotoFab Big Gulp , Elite x2ultra, Borla ATAK, Driveshaft shop, BMR susp, Speed covers, intercoolers, ATI , 2650 MAG, DSX lid, 103 NW, TSP Longtubes & cats, LPE, 1le mods, ,LME cover, Katech pump and chain, Trunnions, BTR stage 2, LPE boostapump, Gforce, Speed eng , Granetteli, etc etc Last edited by christianchevell; 03-12-2017 at 08:25 AM.

03-11-2017, 04:50 PM	#3
PalmerGA Drives: 2013 SIM 1SS/RS L99 Join Date: May 2012 Location: Southwest GA Posts: 8,754 View My Garage	Welcome to C5. Hope you get your problems fixed. __________________ 2013 1SS/RS Coupe L99, Stainless Power Works LT Headers, SCT X4 Custom Tune from RDP, CAI Inc. Air Intake w/ Apex Scoop, VMAX CNC Ported Throttle Body, Solo Axle-Back Exhaust w/ J-pipes, Apex Catch Can, Husky Splash Guards, Heritage Grille, 3D Carbon Rear Spoiler, Oracle Chrome Turn Signal Bulbs, GM Reverse Light Trim Billets, Gorilla Black Locking Lugs, Emblem Pros Retro SS Badges/Custom Retro SS Kickplates/Under-hood Bowtie, 35% window Tint, Nitto Motivo Tires (6-8-18)

03-12-2017, 03:43 AM	#4
STUNNAH "BEASTM*DE" Drives: 2013 ZL1 Black Join Date: Aug 2016 Location: Tennessee Posts: 1,655 View My Garage	Welcome to the site as well...Glad that you had the foresight to purchase the extended warranty, as well as, having the remaining drive train warranty...You should come out ok...Hope they can find the problem and have you rolling soon... __________________ Vengeance Racing Stage 1 Kit 575rwhp, 569 rwtq... Rims powder coated gloss black...BFG'S Comp 2 A/S... Dual 10" Kicker Comp S Subs 1200w...

03-12-2017, 07:36 AM	#6
Ashen 6.2 Drives: 2014 Camaro Z/SS Join Date: May 2014 Location: NW Arkansas Posts: 2,178 View My Garage	Welcome and hope they find the issue quickly. __________________ 2014 Camaro SS L99, Ashen Grey w/Black Leather - Build thread - http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=491561 Tuned by Ben @BWTuned, GPI 416 w/GPI S/C Cam, GPI Ported Heads, Holley Dominator ECU, Mag Heartbeat, ZL1 Fuel Pump/DSX Aux Pump, NW 103 TB, FIC 1650's, Alky Meth, Rossler T400 w/t-brake, Circle D Converter, Kooks Headers, Viking Coil Overs & all the BMR Goodies in the rear, Zl1 3.73 Diff, DSS Axles, Wiles Racing Driveshaft, Hendrix Offset Diff Bushings, AFE Solid Subframe Bushings, 875HP/843TQ 5FDP

03-12-2017, 06:25 AM	#5
camguynj Drives: '13 SS/RS LS3 BRM Cammed NPP Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: NJ Posts: 3,862 View My Garage	Welcome and good luck. Hope it's not anything serious. As prior mentioned avoid driving it , if you do eye the oil pressure, and have it towed to the dealer. Post back when you find out.

03-12-2017, 08:04 AM	#7
jrhagen Banned Drives: Camaro Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: USA Posts: 2,701	What's the rarest 2013 SS Camaro? Unmolested, congrats!

03-12-2017, 08:25 AM	#8
69 SS 350 5 Speed Drives: 69 SS Camaro 2019 Corvette GS Vert. Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: Jefferson City, Missouri Posts: 172	You can look at the build numbers and get an idea from the color and options list but you can not get it down to a certain combination of options. You would have to extrapolate the options spread over the models to get anywhere close. And even then it is still a SWAG. The single most rare 13 Camaro is the Dusk Edition Convertible. 158 built. __________________ There is a fine line between hobby and obsession and I think I crossed it!!

03-12-2017, 10:25 AM	#10
Mudgett Drives: 2013 SS/RS Join Date: Mar 2017 Location: Fresno County CA Posts: 71	It's an L99A6. Wanted the M6 but the ole lady insisted on auto in case she has to drive me in an emergency. So auto it is. She has not, nor will she ever set foot behind the wheel, but the emergency situation is a valid point. So auto it is. The rattle ended up being a shredded ac belt. Changed that using a few zip ties. Went ahead and changed the serp too. Used a pvc pipe to check engine noise. Either a slightly noisy lifter or a Very noisy injector. I'm betting lifter.