03-27-2024, 05:30 PM | #1 |
Drives: 2018 Chevy Camaro convertable Join Date: Jan 2023
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NO SPARE in TRUNK...SO...
A couple of vert owners had a hitch installed to tow a small trailer...or to carry a bike or two. I liked the idea of a hitch to carry my e-bike and also to turn it into a spare tire carrier...which I did, IF you're a Camaro purist...I know this Ain't for you...But that's why they make chocolate ...and vanilla...lol.
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03-27-2024, 06:07 PM | #2 |
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That probably works better if your front and rear tires are the same size. Not so for my SS. The setup is hideous, but, it accomplishes a need, clearly.
Back when I was commuting for work, I had my 2014 Camaro LS. Was putting like 25k miles per year on it. I'd leave early in the morning and I wasn't going to wait for AAA if I ever got a flat tire. So I carried a full-size matching spare tire and wheel in the trunk. It was perfect for holding groceries, as it lived in there with the wheel face down. I could set all sorts of stuff in the wheel and it would stay put. |
03-27-2024, 06:08 PM | #3 |
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I thought I would finish off the pictures of the new interior. I thought about leather, but my pups talked me out of it...the cost was a tad high to get paw scratches, and then THEY get in trouble...yeah, sure. The guy who did the install did a super job at a reasonable cost...at least I think it was reasonable...my wife...not so much...c'est la vie...Because of the pups I added seat cushions and got lucky with a perfect match in the vinyl and red stitching. I added a lot of red carbon fiber trim...Again, NOT to the spouse's liking...She thinks I can take it to Mexico and make a killing selling the car, The back seat wind deflector is great, It keeps my grey flock of hair in good stead, The front tag has a Hopkins Backup Sensor System - Audible Alert - License Bracket Mount
Item # HM60100VA..same on the rear...I have had 7 or 8 of these sensors on various vehicles that did not have a factory sensor (on my first car at ...a 1907 Model T....lol). ,,,and they really do the job. REALLY quick and easy install...and I'm 81...lol |
03-27-2024, 06:10 PM | #4 |
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Coming from a '24 LT1 with run flats, i can kinda sympathize. I switched out to 1LE's as soon as I could but plug kits aside... I like to be self sufficient! Threw one in the trunk and added a jack and puck made me feel better. Thankfully my T/A and even my C4 vert have donuts.
I added red accents and as nice (and costly) as they are I kept the black knee pads on the center console and just kept them on the doors. Wifey approved! Last edited by DriftR; 03-27-2024 at 06:42 PM. |
03-27-2024, 06:18 PM | #5 | |
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03-27-2024, 06:42 PM | #6 |
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No, I'm guessing there's not enough room in the trunk for a full size tire/wheel so a hitch-mount spare is the only way for you guys.
What's the reflective tape on the inside door edge? That's a good way to add some safety if you ever have to get out on the side of the road. I like it. |
03-27-2024, 07:34 PM | #7 |
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That looks hideous and that's putting it nicely haha
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03-27-2024, 07:42 PM | #8 |
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03-27-2024, 07:43 PM | #9 |
well probably wont get stolen now
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03-27-2024, 07:47 PM | #10 |
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I wish I could un-see that.
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03-27-2024, 07:49 PM | #11 |
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A great practical solution for lengthy vert road trips. Maybe if you attach a big wing to the top of it that would turn around some of the naysayers?
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03-27-2024, 09:26 PM | #12 |
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You guys are way too brutal, it doesn't look half, what half, not even quarter as bad as the 2019 front end
While I'd never do this on my car, I understand the concern and it fits the color theme of the car fairly well, plus it's removable, of course. Good work, OP.
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