CAMARO WIKI - Camaro5 Chevy Camaro Forum / Camaro ZL1, SS and V6 Forums

Z86CamaroSS · 10-23-2008, 11:40 AM

those dyno numbers on the ls3 are probly from the flywheel right?

*The_Blur* · 10-23-2008, 11:43 AM

We haven't used a dyno yet, so these are GM-provided flywheel numbers.

lalometalik · 10-23-2008, 11:53 AM

niice wiki, i see what you mean

MEENGREENGTP · 10-23-2008, 03:15 PM

im having second thoughts on getting and automatic SS... im not really all that great at stick tho..

a6pk2go · 10-23-2008, 09:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MEENGREENGTP

im having second thoughts on getting and automatic SS... im not really all that great at stick tho..

The car will have enough power to let you learn to drive the stick. I don't think you will have as much trouble as you think. My little girl starting driving a stick when she was 7 yrs old on my farm and it was a little Ranger with a 4.0 and she never stalled it at all.

Gomerr · 10-23-2008, 11:03 PM

also comes down to traffic...if your in bumper to bumper on a daily basis for long periods of time thats game over, automatic would win for just sheer ease...

but some people think a racing car isnt a racing car without a stick shift; i wish i was taught a stick but no one will let me learn on their car...wonder why id pay 30k to learn on my own :(

MEENGREENGTP · 10-24-2008, 02:45 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by a6pk2go

The car will have enough power to let you learn to drive the stick. I don't think you will have as much trouble as you think. My little girl starting driving a stick when she was 7 yrs old on my farm and it was a little Ranger with a 4.0 and she never stalled it at all.

thats awesome man.. really!
tell your little girl she just motivated me to buy a 6 speed! (seriously)
and like ur saying about the car having enough power , my buddy was saying newer cars that are manual are a little bit easier to drive nowadays compared to an old school ride..
and plus i dont want to be kicking my self in the ass when this L99 ends up having a bunch of bugs.. lol (maybe?) and i have a feeling the LS3 might end up haveing more selection on aftermarket bolt ons in the future just a hunch..
i think im gonna go with the manual.,, and "dump the clutch" when i leave the dealer ship in my brand new Orange 2SS/RS with the sunroof open...

(just playin' about dumpin the clutch)

Geno · 10-25-2008, 04:52 PM

Check the reports of stick vs the 6 speed auto. This auto is faster to 60 and the quarter mile.
Plus, if you ever get stuck in a long traffic line, bumper to bumper, you would love to have an auto.

HI--O--SILVER · 10-26-2008, 08:36 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Geno

Check the reports of stick vs the 6 speed auto. This auto is faster to 60 and the quarter mile.
Plus, if you ever get stuck in a long traffic line, bumper to bumper, you would love to have an auto.

That is right! At 60 years old,I have had ALL of the Chevy MUSCLE cars and yess the 4-speeds and no One can shift a stick as fast as the automatic.

mtaylor510 · 12-13-2008, 02:24 PM

Is there going to be a DIY section on the wiki once the Car is out

*Mr. Wyndham* · 12-13-2008, 02:34 PM

We hope to do that, yes.

renderinfo · 01-13-2009, 01:20 PM

Minor "Recommended" Wiki Updates - All my opinion, feel free to ignore.

"Electical System" I think is mispelled "Electrical System", I think that is what is meant.
"Exterior/Physical" Is the LS really heavier than the LT? Possible correction needed.
"Timeline" If you are going to the trouble to mention the 1 month delay, why not add a January 9, 2009 entry that says when the delay was announced?

Recommended additions:
"Wheel / Tires" - Can we add a link/Column to the "RS package" wheels? Both LT and SS would be helpful.
"Colors" - This is a pandora's box. Why not include actual photos? Why not add interior/seat colors as well? Why not include pinstriping options?
"Pricing / Ordering" - There is a new GM 2009 Performance Parts catalog with a new Camaro section. Why not add this link as well?
Where's the section with MPG ratings? There is a blank Forced Induction section?
"Audio / Vid" section needs to be expanded - Although the information is already included in each model's Standard Equipment and options, since you opted for this section, you might was well include the cruise control/bluetooth/guages info, etc. And probably the "standard audio" if known.

*Mr. Wyndham* · 01-13-2009, 01:34 PM

We'll look into those suggestions for editing and improving out Wiki. Thanks for the input!

One thing, though. The LS really is heavier than the LT due to the steel wheels, mostly.

zebra · 01-13-2009, 01:46 PM

is it really the wheels? i didn't know they were that much heavier!

and, with the LS, is the auto really lighter than the manual? it's the other way around on the LT & SS trims.

10-23-2008, 11:43 AM	#2
The_Blur Moderator Drives: 2018 Harley-Davidson Street Bob Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: San Diego Comments: 14,769	We haven't used a dyno yet, so these are GM-provided flywheel numbers. __________________ RDP Motorsport//GEN5DIY//Cultrag Performance//JPSS//Rodgets Chevrolet// Operation Demon//Buy at Invoice//RACECARWEAR RESPECT ALL CARS. LOVE YOUR OWN. warn 145:159 ban

10-23-2008, 11:53 AM	#3
lalometalik killer bAnana Drives: 1985 z28 Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Carson, CA Comments: 694	niice wiki, i see what you mean __________________ "Shut your noise tube, Taco Human!"

10-23-2008, 03:15 PM	#4
MEENGREENGTP FLAWLESS PRODUCTIONS LLC. Drives: Grand Prix GTP Comp G Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Northwest Indiana Comments: 36	im having second thoughts on getting and automatic SS... im not really all that great at stick tho.. __________________ Grand Prix GTP COMP G 3.8 supercharged.. "Stock-ish"....i still can burn up some 22" wheels up the street! annd its wrong wheel drive! HUD isnt all its cracked up to be.. after a while u forget its there.. i have one in the gtp, who cares.. im getting this thing NOW. im done waiting

12-13-2008, 02:24 PM	#10
mtaylor510 Drives: 2000 Galant Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: DFW Comments: 23	DIY Selection Is there going to be a DIY section on the wiki once the Car is out

12-13-2008, 02:34 PM	#11
Mr. Wyndham I used to be Dragoneye... Drives: 2018 ZL1 1LE Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Buffalo, NY Comments: 31,876 View My Garage	We hope to do that, yes. __________________ *"Keep the faith."* - Fbodfather

10-23-2008, 11:40 AM	#1
Z86CamaroSS The Clock is Ticking... Drives: 08 f150 fx2, 05 ninja zx6r Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: San Antonio Comments: 5	those dyno numbers on the ls3 are probly from the flywheel right?

10-23-2008, 11:03 PM	#6
Gomerr Drives: 1991 Honda Civic Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: St Louis area Comments: 52	also comes down to traffic...if your in bumper to bumper on a daily basis for long periods of time thats game over, automatic would win for just sheer ease... but some people think a racing car isnt a racing car without a stick shift; i wish i was taught a stick but no one will let me learn on their car...wonder why id pay 30k to learn on my own :(

10-25-2008, 04:52 PM	#8
Geno Drives: 2013 Hyundai Genesis Coupe GT Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Northern Indiana Comments: 258 View My Garage	Check the reports of stick vs the 6 speed auto. This auto is faster to 60 and the quarter mile. Plus, if you ever get stuck in a long traffic line, bumper to bumper, you would love to have an auto.

01-13-2009, 01:20 PM	#12
renderinfo R6P Member Drives: Camaro 5th Gen Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Florida Comments: 99	Minor "Recommended" Wiki Updates - All my opinion, feel free to ignore. "Electical System" I think is mispelled "Electrical System", I think that is what is meant. "Exterior/Physical" Is the LS really heavier than the LT? Possible correction needed. "Timeline" If you are going to the trouble to mention the 1 month delay, why not add a January 9, 2009 entry that says when the delay was announced? Recommended additions: "Wheel / Tires" - Can we add a link/Column to the "RS package" wheels? Both LT and SS would be helpful. "Colors" - This is a pandora's box. Why not include actual photos? Why not add interior/seat colors as well? Why not include pinstriping options? "Pricing / Ordering" - There is a new GM 2009 Performance Parts catalog with a new Camaro section. Why not add this link as well? Where's the section with MPG ratings? There is a blank Forced Induction section? "Audio / Vid" section needs to be expanded - Although the information is already included in each model's Standard Equipment and options, since you opted for this section, you might was well include the cruise control/bluetooth/guages info, etc. And probably the "standard audio" if known.

01-13-2009, 01:34 PM	#13
Mr. Wyndham I used to be Dragoneye... Drives: 2018 ZL1 1LE Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Buffalo, NY Comments: 31,876 View My Garage	We'll look into those suggestions for editing and improving out Wiki. Thanks for the input! One thing, though. The LS really is heavier than the LT due to the steel wheels, mostly. __________________ *"Keep the faith."* - Fbodfather

01-13-2009, 01:46 PM	#14
zebra just can't seem to leave Drives: your mom wild!! Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: cold & windy Comments: 10,625 View My Garage	is it really the wheels? i didn't know they were that much heavier! and, with the LS, is the auto really lighter than the manual? it's the other way around on the LT & SS trims. __________________ Eve ('00 FRC): hot-air intake Rowan ('09 H3): 5spd mom-mobile Penny ('99 Sierra): 5.3 / HD 5spd... gone but not forgotten Samson ('18 HD): compounded 408