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Forum: V8 LT1 Engine, Exhaust, and Bolt-Ons Yesterday, 10:03 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 540
Posted By ctrlz
If this is a threaded fitting, a sprinkler nipple...

If this is a threaded fitting, a sprinkler nipple extractor might work. They sell these at Home Depot, Lowe's, harbor freight...
These do tend to scuff up the inner wall of the fitting you are...
Forum: 2016+ Camaro: 6th Gen Camaro general forum 06-09-2024, 07:41 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 505
Posted By ctrlz
Since this is your first post, I would check out...

Since this is your first post, I would check out the threads here on headers melting portions of the wiring harness.
Your problem may be unrelated, but you want to make sure your wires are properly...
Forum: 6th gen Camaro 1LE 06-08-2024, 08:21 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 368
Posted By ctrlz
Check battery connections. Look for water...

Check battery connections.
Look for water intrusion in the trunk and underhood electric boxes.
Forum: 2016+ Camaro: 6th Gen Camaro general forum 06-05-2024, 12:26 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,363
Posted By ctrlz
Without getting into tuning, most "honest"...

Without getting into tuning, most "honest" vendors will tell you to work the exhaust first, mainly by going to a higher flow cat. Not cheap, and requires welding. Much easier for sellers to push...
Forum: 2016+ Camaro: 6th Gen Camaro general forum 06-05-2024, 10:35 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,363
Posted By ctrlz
Probably on the order of 1%. I know that may be...

Probably on the order of 1%.
I know that may be an unpopular answer. But even in the 90's people were saying deleting emissions equipment was more for looks than power gains. A/C compressors,...
Forum: 2016+ Camaro: 6th Gen Camaro general forum 06-04-2024, 10:04 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 485
Posted By ctrlz
I agree. Why don't you try using fob #2 for a...

I agree. Why don't you try using fob #2 for a bit?
Forum: 2016+ Camaro: 6th Gen Camaro general forum 06-04-2024, 09:37 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,363
Posted By ctrlz
Here's what he's talking about: ...

Here's what he's talking about:
https://www.carscoops.com/2022/01/50-year-ago-americas-engines-lost-up-to-130-hp-overnight-heres-how-it-happened/
Forum: Wheels | Tires -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack 05-31-2024, 09:08 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 348
Posted By ctrlz
Absolutely. Lower pressure results in a lower...

Absolutely. Lower pressure results in a lower "rolling diameter," effectively the car sees a smaller diameter wheel. The car will over-report vehicle speed and distance travelled.

Over-inflate...
Forum: Forced Induction Discussions 05-29-2024, 10:22 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 289
Posted By ctrlz
You will likely need to modify the stock PCV...

You will likely need to modify the stock PCV system with check valves, as the stock SS motor will not be prepared to deal with boost pressure in the crankcase.
Forum: 2016+ Camaro: 6th Gen Camaro general forum 05-29-2024, 10:08 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 793
Posted By ctrlz
This what I got from amazon, which was identical...

This what I got from amazon, which was identical to the factory battery:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B008FWCLHU/ref=ppx_od_dt_b_asin_title_s00?ie=UTF8&th=1
Forum: Tuning / Diagnostics 05-24-2024, 10:48 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 406
Posted By ctrlz
I would try tugging and pulling on the intake and...

I would try tugging and pulling on the intake and the connected plumbing while the car is idling.
The tuner should be able to see what is going on to cause the car to surge. It is surging based on...
Forum: V8 LT1 Engine, Exhaust, and Bolt-Ons 05-24-2024, 09:32 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 506
Posted By ctrlz
Greyghost, glad it worked out. I would post a...

Greyghost, glad it worked out.
I would post a negative review on amazon and mention the tool that works.
Forum: Tuning / Diagnostics 05-24-2024, 08:51 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 406
Posted By ctrlz
yeah, like a lot of threads here. I would not...

yeah, like a lot of threads here.
I would not go back to the tuner until I figured out what went wrong. Three times and the guy can't fix it does not speak well for his diagnostic skills. And the...
Forum: 2016+ Camaro: 6th Gen Camaro general forum 05-24-2024, 08:47 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,335
Posted By ctrlz
Are the threads clean or coated with thread...

Are the threads clean or coated with thread locker?
Forum: Tuning / Diagnostics 05-24-2024, 06:27 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 406
Posted By ctrlz
Make sure all the gaps closed when you torqued...

Make sure all the gaps closed when you torqued the intake:
https://www.camaro6.com/forums/showpost.php?p=10278067&postcount=9
Forum: Tuning / Diagnostics 05-23-2024, 11:18 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 406
Posted By ctrlz
Is the tuner road testing the car? it sounds...

Is the tuner road testing the car? it sounds like you have a vacuum leak that is coming and going as parts shift around. I would guess intake, as there have been multiple reports of leaks around...
Forum: I4 Turbo LTG Engine, Exhaust, and Bolt-Ons 05-23-2024, 09:34 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,296
Posted By ctrlz
You are quite ambitious, but you have the right...

You are quite ambitious, but you have the right attitude, which I admire.
Shame you got into this mess!
Forum: Mechanical Maintenance: Break-in / Oil & Fluids / Servicing 05-21-2024, 12:40 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 517
Posted By ctrlz
Yes. I put on slightly less than 5000 mi/yr and...

Yes.
I put on slightly less than 5000 mi/yr and my display always gives me the oil change alert in February. I don't panic, and continue to drive the car until I get decent weather to do the oil...
Forum: Audio, Video, Bluetooth, Nav, Radar, Electronics 05-21-2024, 06:18 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,044
Posted By ctrlz
Just run your ground wire through the sensor. It...

Just run your ground wire through the sensor. It can ground to metal in the trunk. It doesn't have to attach directly to the negative battery terminal.
Forum: I4 Turbo LTG Engine, Exhaust, and Bolt-Ons 05-20-2024, 03:48 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,296
Posted By ctrlz
Swap coil packs and see if you get the misfire to...

Swap coil packs and see if you get the misfire to move.
Apologies if you already tried this.
Forum: I4 Turbo LTG Engine, Exhaust, and Bolt-Ons 05-20-2024, 02:08 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,296
Posted By ctrlz
a bad MAP reading can affect fuel delivery. I...

a bad MAP reading can affect fuel delivery.
I would try a new one.
Make sure you match up the GM part number. I think these are made by Bosch, but you need one that reports the range your car is...
Forum: I4 Turbo LTG Engine, Exhaust, and Bolt-Ons 05-20-2024, 11:17 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,296
Posted By ctrlz
Any pending codes? I think the pressure sensor...

Any pending codes?
I think the pressure sensor in the pressure sensor in the MAF needs to agree with the turbo boost sensor at startup....
Forum: V8 LT1 Engine, Exhaust, and Bolt-Ons 05-16-2024, 11:40 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 506
Posted By ctrlz
Yeah, a lot of reviews there saying the taper is...

Yeah, a lot of reviews there saying the taper is too steep and it's pushing the seal out of the groove.
Hopefully success with a better tool.
Another idea I had was heating the tool to maybe...
Forum: V8 LT1 Engine, Exhaust, and Bolt-Ons 05-16-2024, 09:50 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 506
Posted By ctrlz
Some tips from an audi guy with similar struggles...

Some tips from an audi guy with similar struggles below. I've read different approaches suggesting motor oil, wd40, or silicone spray as lube. Others say absolutely NO lube for this application. I...
Forum: V8 LT1 Engine, Exhaust, and Bolt-Ons 05-16-2024, 08:59 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 506
Posted By ctrlz
Can you link to the video referencing your...

Can you link to the video referencing your specific injector?
I found this one which has a few tricks, including using a hose clamp to seat the new seals. This guy's "workbench" looks like mine,...
Forum: Camaro Issues / Problems | Warranty Discussions | TSB and Recalls 05-14-2024, 09:53 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,881
Posted By ctrlz
Sounds like too much play/wear in one of the...

Sounds like too much play/wear in one of the universals on the driveshaft.
not normal.
yes, it could be something internal to the transmission or differential, but that is much bigger headache....
Forum: ZL1 Discussions 05-14-2024, 09:36 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 486
Posted By ctrlz
This is what I do. Mine stuck once after a...

This is what I do.
Mine stuck once after a wash, because I pulled it straight into the garage and it sat for 2 days. Now it gets a 1/2 mile trip around the block and no issue.
Forum: 2016+ Camaro: 6th Gen Camaro general forum 05-14-2024, 09:33 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,263
Posted By ctrlz
If we're talking about 1-2 HP, that has gotta be...

If we're talking about 1-2 HP, that has gotta be within the margin of error for any device measuring HP.

Any filter which flows more freely will only do so until it is partially clogged. The...
Forum: 2016+ Camaro: 6th Gen Camaro general forum 05-13-2024, 07:29 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 584
Posted By ctrlz
Info galore in this recent thread! ...

Info galore in this recent thread!
https://www.camaro6.com/forums/showthread.php?t=624838
Forum: Road Course/Track and Autocross 05-08-2024, 01:16 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 741
Posted By ctrlz
Those pads look pretty good, and based on the...

Those pads look pretty good, and based on the rusty surface I'd guess they were the stock semi-metallic and not the Z26 ceramic.
I would look over the brake booster pump (behind left headlight) and...
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