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Suspension and Chassis
01-14-2015, 04:46 PM
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rear coilover kit
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900
Posted By
87 Camaro Dude
Re: rear coilover kit
There's always weight jacks, basically the same function as coil overs and fit in the stock location.
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Suspension and Chassis
01-05-2015, 08:42 AM
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Lowering a 6cyl car. Will lowering springs work?
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Posted By
87 Camaro Dude
Re: Lowering a 6cyl car. Will lowering springs work?
Drop spindles would work the same for 8 or 6 cylinder cars, but its my understanding that there are durability issues with the drop spindles on the market for our cars. I don't think there are...
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Suspension and Chassis
12-31-2014, 12:52 PM
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what kinda of struts and shocks are you guys using?
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87 Camaro Dude
Re: what kinda of struts and shocks are you guys using?
I'm on the Koni Yellows/Ground Control setup. Car is my daily driver with a minimum of at least one autocross event a month. I will say the Konis are awesome and I am more than happy with my...
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Suspension and Chassis
12-04-2014, 12:30 PM
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QA1 vs Viking shox for the rear end?
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6,718
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87 Camaro Dude
Re: QA1 vs Viking shox for the rear end?
Sport line is 700 lb/in front and 80-137 lb/in progressive rear
Pro-kit Is 714 lb/in front and 109-177 lb/in progressive rear
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Suspension and Chassis
12-03-2014, 08:29 PM
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QA1 vs Viking shox for the rear end?
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87 Camaro Dude
Re: QA1 vs Viking shox for the rear end?
Roostmeyer, what's the specs on the rest of your suspention setup? 350 lbs/in seems like a LOT of rear spring. Are they in the stock location?
I don't mean to sound like I'm questioning if you...
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Suspension and Chassis
12-03-2014, 08:14 PM
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QA1 vs Viking shox for the rear end?
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6,718
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87 Camaro Dude
Re: QA1 vs Viking shox for the rear end?
The sport lines are an 80-137 lbs/in progressive rear spring. That's not much stiffer, if at all, than stock. I run 200 lbs/in rear springs with the third gen Koni yellows and can say there is plenty...
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Suspension and Chassis
11-25-2014, 02:07 PM
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1986 Z28 suspension rebuild
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944
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87 Camaro Dude
Re: 1986 Z28 suspension rebuild
Changing to a new wonder bar won't make a difference, and changing to the same size rear sway bar won't make a difference. Changing just the rear size will effect the balance of your car.
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Suspension and Chassis
08-29-2014, 08:43 AM
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No budget 3rd gen autocross suspension?
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11,852
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87 Camaro Dude
Re: No budget 3rd gen autocross suspension?
This is probably the best explanation of the effect unsprung mass has, nicely done. :goodjob:
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Suspension and Chassis
08-21-2014, 12:55 PM
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Weight in the trunk for traction, how do third gens respond?
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87 Camaro Dude
Re: Weight in the trunk for traction, how do third gens respond?
300 lbs is a lot. Adding weight would be more of a bandaid fix than actually solving your problem. What brand tires are you running?
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Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
07-31-2014, 12:23 PM
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Aotocross with an automatic??
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1,179
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87 Camaro Dude
Re: Aotocross with an automatic??
I autocross a V6 with an auto as well. I've never felt the need to manually shift between 1st and 2nd, just leave it in 2nd and be done with it. It will downshift by itself on slower corners when you...
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Suspension and Chassis
02-03-2014, 12:07 AM
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How to set up my rear suspension
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10,113
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87 Camaro Dude
Re: How to set up my rear suspension
How is anything I said wrong? He said when he put a larger front sway bar on the car, it started pushing the nose more than before. I told him adding front bar stiffness in relation to the rear will...
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Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
02-02-2014, 01:24 PM
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Forza 5 players?
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2,367
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87 Camaro Dude
Re: Forza 5 players?
What are some of your lap times?
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Suspension and Chassis
01-31-2014, 01:28 AM
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How to set up my rear suspension
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87 Camaro Dude
Re: How to set up my rear suspension
That's because a bigger front bar in relation to the rear will cause understeer. These cars already understeer from the factory and adding a larger front bar without changing the rear will just make...
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Suspension and Chassis
09-09-2013, 06:02 PM
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Summit racing koni sale
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1,587
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87 Camaro Dude
Re: Summit racing koni sale
Mine came the same way from autoanything, I was kinda bummed I didn't get a sticker too haha. You're not missing a knob, it only comes with the one "knob key" I guess you could call it. You're...
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Suspension and Chassis
08-28-2013, 12:21 AM
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Koni strut adjustment
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87 Camaro Dude
Re: Koni strut adjustment
They come with an adjuster knob that fits on top of the strut. I believe counterclockwise is firmer and clockwise is softer, but it says it on the knob. There are no clicks for the front, but they...
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Suspension and Chassis
08-27-2013, 12:12 PM
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Summit racing koni sale
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87 Camaro Dude
Re: Summit racing koni sale
Since your car is lowered, I would say that Konis would be a good choice for you. Plus since you already have so much invested in you're front suspension, cheaping out now would seem kinda silly....
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Suspension and Chassis
08-27-2013, 09:55 AM
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Summit racing koni sale
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87 Camaro Dude
Re: Summit racing koni sale
This. My car is pretty much all stock except for the Konis now, but I autocross at the very least once a month. I installed them a few days ago and honestly just driving around on the street, it...
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Suspension and Chassis
08-26-2013, 06:58 PM
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Summit racing koni sale
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87 Camaro Dude
Re: Summit racing koni sale
I literally just got mine from autoanything, $604 shipped to the door.
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Suspension and Chassis
08-12-2013, 09:39 PM
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Max caster ?
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4,968
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87 Camaro Dude
Re: Max caster ?
The least you can get is 6?! I haven't even heard of anybody being able to get 6.
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Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
08-06-2013, 10:48 PM
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Autocross video!
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539
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87 Camaro Dude
Re: Autocross video!
Thanks man! The V6 suspension is squishy, but it gets the job done!
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Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
08-06-2013, 09:32 PM
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Autocross video!
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539
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87 Camaro Dude
Autocross video!
Just realized there was an autocross section on this forum, figured I'd post one of my videos! The car is an 87 V6 Sports Coupe, all stock except for IROC wheels. The car is slow as hell, but it's...
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Auto Detailing and Appearance
07-30-2013, 04:20 PM
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best steering wheel
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87 Camaro Dude
Re: best steering wheel
I have the 761 which is the same wheel except all black, and I love it. It's not expensive and feels great in your hand. Grant also sells different horn buttons too for more customabilty. I've had...
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Suspension and Chassis
07-26-2013, 03:18 PM
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Wonderbar/Steering Brace
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2,914
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87 Camaro Dude
Re: Wonderbar/Steering Brace
Yep, apparently it made enough of a noticeable difference for them to start selling them as a separate item. I'm skeptical of it, but would love to see test data to prove me wrong.
I'm still not...
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Suspension and Chassis
07-25-2013, 06:56 PM
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Wonderbar/Steering Brace
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2,914
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87 Camaro Dude
Re: Wonderbar/Steering Brace
Raising or lowering your car does not effect the steering brace.
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Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
06-04-2013, 09:17 PM
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Improve 1/4 Times?/Introduction
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1,472
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87 Camaro Dude
Re: Improve 1/4 Times?/Introduction
Just an FYI, they stopped making the Berlinetta in '86.
Forum:
Suspension and Chassis
05-20-2013, 02:27 PM
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clattering steering wheel
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535
Posted By
87 Camaro Dude
Re: clattering steering wheel
Like rawley said, could be many things. Another thing to check is to see if a wheel weight has fallen off, that would cause the tires to become out of balance and could cause steering wheel vibration.
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V6
04-19-2013, 12:49 PM
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10
does this exist?
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695
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87 Camaro Dude
Re: does this exist?
My uncle has had one of those (or something very similar) on his 67 Camaro for years, never had a problem. It's driven to the track and raced every weekend on Sat and Sun so the car sees plenty of...
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Transmissions and Drivetrain
04-17-2013, 04:28 PM
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Need honest opinions on 90 irock
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790
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87 Camaro Dude
Re: Need honest opinions on 90 irock
And FYI, it's called an IROC (not irock) as in International Race of Champions.
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Transmissions and Drivetrain
04-17-2013, 11:38 AM
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Trans swap questions
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446
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87 Camaro Dude
Re: Trans swap questions
Anybody?
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Transmissions and Drivetrain
04-16-2013, 09:18 AM
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Trans swap questions
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446
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87 Camaro Dude
Re: Trans swap questions
This just popped into my head as well, can I use the same transmission cross member?
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Transmissions and Drivetrain
04-16-2013, 08:45 AM
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Trans swap questions
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446
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87 Camaro Dude
Trans swap questions
A wrecked 83 third gen showed up at the junkyard a few days ago and its got a 5 speed that I've wanted for awhile. The wrecked car is a 2.8 carb'd V6 and it'd be going into my 87 2.8 MPFI auto....
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Auto Detailing and Appearance
03-29-2013, 10:37 PM
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Thirdgen on the Cover of GMHIGHTECH........ mine!
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3,170
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87 Camaro Dude
Re: Thirdgen on the Cover of GMHIGHTECH........ mine!
One of my favorite cars on this board, congrats man!
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Suspension and Chassis
03-18-2013, 07:22 PM
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18
Which parts are actually needed
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87 Camaro Dude
Re: Which parts are actually needed
Beat me to it!
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Suspension and Chassis
03-18-2013, 07:20 PM
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18
Which parts are actually needed
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87 Camaro Dude
Re: Which parts are actually needed
They come with everything you need. I believe you can only buy the whole kit together, they don't sell front and rears separately.
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Suspension and Chassis
03-18-2013, 08:38 AM
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Which parts are actually needed
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1,385
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87 Camaro Dude
Re: Which parts are actually needed
If you want to go low I would suggest the Ground Control weight jacks over the lowering springs. That way you get to dial in your ride height exactly where you want it and pick your spring stiffness....
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Transmissions and Drivetrain
03-13-2013, 08:32 AM
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Wont shift past 70
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587
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87 Camaro Dude
Re: Wont shift past 70
I believe the 700R4 won't shift into overdrive at WOT regardless of speed, so yes that is normal.
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Cooling
01-23-2013, 06:19 AM
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5
Aftermarket coolant temp gauge help.
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1,476
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87 Camaro Dude
Re: Aftermarket coolant temp gauge help.
Anyone?
Forum:
Cooling
01-22-2013, 11:00 AM
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Aftermarket coolant temp gauge help.
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1,476
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87 Camaro Dude
Re: Aftermarket coolant temp gauge help.
You're probably right, but I want to run this gauge mechanically not electrically.
Forum:
Cooling
01-22-2013, 12:31 AM
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Aftermarket coolant temp gauge help.
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1,476
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87 Camaro Dude
Aftermarket coolant temp gauge help.
Alright so I got a mechanical temp gauge and I can't seem to find a place to screw the end of the capillary tube into the engine. By the way this is with the 2.8 V6, as I've found plenty of threads...
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Body
01-04-2013, 12:36 AM
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31
What is the best looking spoiler on a third gen?
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33,967
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87 Camaro Dude
Re: What is the best looking spoiler on a third gen?
I've never seen one of the 4in ones, that might look good. And I completely agree on the 5 in with no gfx, but it still doesn't look as good as a normal iroc.
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Members Camaros
01-03-2013, 09:58 PM
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Decided to see how it look nothing permanent
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1,888
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87 Camaro Dude
Re: Decided to see how it look nothing permanent
I think it all looked good except for the spoiler, i would say leave that white. I really like the black side mirrors though.
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Body
01-03-2013, 09:36 PM
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31
What is the best looking spoiler on a third gen?
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33,967
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87 Camaro Dude
Re: What is the best looking spoiler on a third gen?
I think I'm the only one on this board that doesn't like the 5 in spoiler, or the 91-92 high rise for that matter. The 5 in just looks goofy to me and the high rise just doesn't look like it belongs...
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Body
01-02-2013, 02:30 PM
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2
Door replacement
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577
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87 Camaro Dude
Re: Door replacement
Thanks man, that paints a pretty good picture on what I'm getting into.
Forum:
Body
01-02-2013, 01:39 PM
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2
Door replacement
Views:
577
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87 Camaro Dude
Door replacement
So my door has been banged up beyond repair (thank you elderly drivers) and I know the scrap yard near me has a few third gens in it. My question is what's the best way to remove and install a door?...
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Tech / General Engine
12-24-2012, 12:10 AM
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Tires
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737
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87 Camaro Dude
Re: Tires
My car had 225s on it when I bought it and I drove it like that for months, you'll be fine. It looks better now with the 245/50/16s but it's not a huge difference as fas as looks go. I think the only...
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Cooling
12-19-2012, 04:35 PM
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Car was over heating and now it's not
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852
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87 Camaro Dude
Re: Car was over heating and now it's not
Our cars NEED the air dam otherwise they will overheat, as you found out. That's always the first thing to look for when overheating at speed but not when stopped.
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Auto Detailing and Appearance
12-10-2012, 01:53 AM
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Tell me what you think how my Z would look with a set of iroc replicas
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4,533
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87 Camaro Dude
Re: Tell me what you think how my Z would look with a set of iroc replicas
I know this is an old thread but I though it was odd that nobody pointed out that he already has iroc wheels on his car, no need to purchase a new set.
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Auto Detailing and Appearance
12-05-2012, 07:47 PM
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January 2013 COTM *Nominations*
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5,868
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87 Camaro Dude
Re: January 2013 COTM *Nominations*
I second this. His car is awesome.
Forum:
Interior
11-27-2012, 05:54 PM
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35
How to lower seats? I'm too tall and my head rubs against the roof.
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87 Camaro Dude
Re: How to lower seats? I'm too tall and my head rubs against the roof.
Yea I noticed that after I posted haha.
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Interior
11-27-2012, 05:39 PM
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How to lower seats? I'm too tall and my head rubs against the roof.
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19,152
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87 Camaro Dude
Re: How to lower seats? I'm too tall and my head rubs against the roof.
Haha dude you must be a giant! I'm 5'11" and I actually ended up raising my seat about an inch. I like to easily see over the hood.
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