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04-02-2017, 07:23 PM
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Drives: 2017 Camaro SS & 2018 ZL1 1LE Join Date: Mar 2017
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Few questions about my Camaro
I'm new to cars, purchasing my 2017 SS has spiked my interest of course however I have some questions for those of you who may be gear heads. This is my first manual transmission, so I was wondering if anyone could explain gear ratios, and what the gear ratio on a 2017 SS Is? Also, I was wondering how everyone thinks the black bowties with the red outlines look on the all black camaro like the one I won. 2 more questions, how can I default my car to start up in track mode, and what exhausts do you all own? I'm leaning towards the borla s type. Thank you all!
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04-02-2017, 07:28 PM
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Drives: 2017 Camaro SS & 2018 ZL1 1LE Join Date: Mar 2017
Location: Nashville
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Also when do you guys typically shift? I go by the sound of the engine however idk if I'm doing it properly I'm completely new to the manual
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04-02-2017, 08:04 PM
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 Drives: 2017 50th SS convertible Join Date: Oct 2016
Location: Williamsburg VA
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Hello,
The manual transmission likes to be shifted around 1800 to 2k rpms when putting about (defeating the skip shift with the switch is wonderful) but well before hitting red line, least you are in for a serious awakening; don't ask me how I know. Third and fourth are tall for the stock horse power, said Randy Pobst (don't hate). I roll along in 3rd up to about 30, 4th up to about 45, and 5th up to 60 on the flats. Above 60 I use 6th. Below 20, I use second. Your experiences may differ. Kindest, Donner |
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04-02-2017, 08:25 PM
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Drives: 2017 Camaro SS & 2018 ZL1 1LE Join Date: Mar 2017
Location: Nashville
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Awesome man thanks for the insight!
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04-03-2017, 03:31 PM
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Drives: 2017 Camaro SS & 2018 ZL1 1LE Join Date: Mar 2017
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Bump still wondering how to default my startup to track mode and what exhausts you all reccomend?
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04-03-2017, 03:39 PM
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Drives: 2017 Camaro SS & 2018 ZL1 1LE Join Date: Mar 2017
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Think I'm going to get the borla s type payback with npp. It says it doesn't include dual mode valves what are those exactly?
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04-03-2017, 03:51 PM
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     Drives: 2017 1SS/1LE Join Date: Sep 2016
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04-03-2017, 04:05 PM
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Drives: 2017 Camaro SS & 2018 ZL1 1LE Join Date: Mar 2017
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04-03-2017, 04:07 PM
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04-03-2017, 06:41 PM
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04-03-2017, 07:13 PM
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Drives: 2017 Camaro SS & 2018 ZL1 1LE Join Date: Mar 2017
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Also catback or axle back for a borla S type? I've been told I may not have the horses for a catback? It's all a foreign language to me honestly
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04-04-2017, 09:48 AM
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Drives: 2019 ZL-1 Join Date: Feb 2009
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If your car has the NPP dual mode it will start with the valves open. Save your $ and stick with OEM for a while.
I shift my car anywhere from 1600 to 2800 rpm while driving in traffic. From a dead stop try gently giving throttle- these cars have torque... you can just let cluthch out gently and stay in 2-3 and city driving is fine. Highway only use 6th above 70 is my suggestion.
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04-04-2017, 12:15 PM
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Drives: 2016 2SS / 2004 Tacoma Join Date: Feb 2016
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04-04-2017, 12:35 PM
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Rear gear ratio is 3.73 on SS M6 cars. RPO GT4.
Transmission gear ratios: http://www.gmfleetorderguide.com/NAS...section=oi_def
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