Question after move to colder climate - Page 3

Rhobz · 01-09-2021, 01:00 AM

I appreciate all of the advice. The rule of thumb I use is that if I have to drive over snow between my garage and the street, then the Camaro and Harley stay put. But I am currently shopping for tires and will definitely NOT be replacing them with the GY SC3. I loved them in San Diego since the car is just for fun but it's just too cold here too often for them. I don't really need a winter tire since it is still not a daily but still debating a little what to buy. I was set on the Michelin PS4S but not sure. I'm thinking they may still be a little too "performance-y".

lt4camaro · 01-09-2021, 09:46 AM

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Originally Posted by Orangeman13

Does the Camaro come with summer only washer fluid?

You can buy washer fluid that is a bug cleaner and has no alcohol in it to keep it from freezing.

JSH · 01-09-2021, 11:48 AM

Just look forward to the additional hp you will gain in colder climates

COKen · 01-09-2021, 01:24 PM

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Originally Posted by JSH

Just look forward to the additional hp you will gain in colder climates

Altitude will more than counter the cooler air.

JSH · 01-09-2021, 02:04 PM

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Originally Posted by COKen

Altitude will more than counter the cooler air.

Yea, I didn't read the CO Sprgs part

JCunningham · 01-10-2021, 04:02 AM

the tires on you 1le cant be driven on below 40deg. they cant even be stored under 20deg. you will need snow tires if you drive it in the snow. all seasons if you only drive it on dry pavement.

NYJets12 · 01-10-2021, 06:22 PM

Anti freeze in the manual I believe says to use “Dex-Cool”
That’s what I use not regular antifreeze.
Washer fluid you can buy it with de-Icer in it

NYJets12 · 01-10-2021, 06:24 PM

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Originally Posted by c4racer

congrats on the move - I am considering heading out that way to Colo Springs or Castle Rock or somewhere in-between from San Jose. My dog won't need a coat however - Alaskan Husky. He would be more like - "finally, the weather is reasonable around here!"

Keep us posted on how you like it and if you find fun things to do with the 1LE - I am really curious what the racing and car scene generally is like in Colo Springs and Denver and surrounding areas.

Post a picture of your husky , I had one he’s in the big doghouse in the sky now

lt4camaro · 01-10-2021, 07:00 PM

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Originally Posted by NYJets12

Anti freeze in the manual I believe says to use “Dex-Cool”
That’s what I use not regular antifreeze.
Washer fluid you can buy it with de-Icer in it

Can use any antifreeze that is compatible with Dex-cool, the major brands mark the containers boldly.

Z28James · 01-10-2021, 08:30 PM

I too moved from the south with no snow to a cold weather city to Milwaukee and here they throw a lot of salt in the winter and its shocking to see how quickly salt destroys cars. I will not take my Camaro out in the snow or when there is salt on the ground period, I have a winter daily for that. I will however drive it if its clear, no salt, and freezing. The 3S tires are not that bad when its cold as long as your not racing it around.

Having said all that, I don't hassle people for driving their Camaros in the snow, to each their own.

Mikey Likes · 01-10-2021, 11:43 PM

Here in Jersey I run the RainX winter windshield fluid. Good to 20 below. Also keeps the windshield clearer than the regular stuff. Its orange. Run the washers until it runs orange or as above it will freeze in the tubes. And worse all over your windshield.
I run Valvoline full synth 5w30 in all my vehicles in all seasons.
Our vert is new so I havnt changed the rear or tranny oils yet. Im looking at Redline synth for gear oils due to them working exceptionally in my bikes. I would also consider Amsoil or lucas. Top of the line gear oil regardless of cost as they are not dumped as often.
We rarely get deep snow here but it does happen. The vert is the wifes daily driver. I am swapping out the stock goodyear eagles immediately for Conti extreme contact DWS 06s, as all season. Although depending how things work out I may seek out an additional set of stock wheels.So I can run 4 square and put dedicated winter tires on the 4 front rims and all season on the 4 rear rims.
Havnt had the car long enough to make any moves yet though. But the tires will be swapped this week with 60 miles on the clock. Its already in the 20s here at night. I dont want my wife getting scared of the car over sliding around on summer tires in the cold.

Staves · 01-11-2021, 01:24 AM

I used to live in a colder climate. Winter time I had a beater. RWD V8 in crappy weather was a nightmare and joyless. Trickle charger and garaged.

c4racer · 01-11-2021, 10:22 AM

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Originally Posted by NYJets12

Post a picture of your husky , I had one he’s in the big doghouse in the sky now

Untitled by C4RACER, on Flickr

Tailor made for CO don't you think?

p47dman · 12-30-2024, 07:51 AM

I know, old thread. OP has probably got it all figured out by now. But, I like to put HEET in my windshield washer fluid as it will keep it from freezing, also helps to cut the ice. I've lived in MN for 60 years now and the -20 below stuff just does not cut it in January.

01-09-2021, 11:48 AM	#31
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01-10-2021, 04:02 AM	#34
JCunningham Drives: 2017 2SS M6 Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: WNY Posts: 7,069	the tires on you 1le cant be driven on below 40deg. they cant even be stored under 20deg. you will need snow tires if you drive it in the snow. all seasons if you only drive it on dry pavement. __________________ real ZL1 wheels and brakes, 285/305 Michelin Pilot Super Sports, Pray ported Intake manifold, Soler Throttle Body, Rotofab intake, EFI Tuning Flex fuel kit, full American Racing Headers Exhaust, 1 7/8" w/ cats H pipe and mufflers. Full 1LE suspension, with BMR adjustable sway bars and links, GM aluminum cradle bushings, Hurst shifter with lighter reverse spring, TWM shifter knob, Tick level 1 transmission. I should have bought a ZL1

01-10-2021, 06:22 PM	#35
NYJets12 Drives: 2018 1LT Camaro Join Date: Aug 2017 Location: PA Posts: 783	Anti freeze in the manual I believe says to use “Dex-Cool” That’s what I use not regular antifreeze. Washer fluid you can buy it with de-Icer in it __________________

01-11-2021, 01:24 AM	#40
Staves Drives: women crazy Join Date: Aug 2020 Location: CA Posts: 698	I used to live in a colder climate. Winter time I had a beater. RWD V8 in crappy weather was a nightmare and joyless. Trickle charger and garaged. __________________ ‘19 1SS A10, Borla S-type Non-NPP-SOLD

01-09-2021, 01:00 AM	#29
Rhobz Drives: 2018 Camaro 1SS 1LE Join Date: Feb 2020 Location: Colorado Springs, CO Posts: 186	I appreciate all of the advice. The rule of thumb I use is that if I have to drive over snow between my garage and the street, then the Camaro and Harley stay put. But I am currently shopping for tires and will definitely NOT be replacing them with the GY SC3. I loved them in San Diego since the car is just for fun but it's just too cold here too often for them. I don't really need a winter tire since it is still not a daily but still debating a little what to buy. I was set on the Michelin PS4S but not sure. I'm thinking they may still be a little too "performance-y".

01-10-2021, 08:30 PM	#38
Z28James Drives: 2021 Camaro 2SS; 2022 Bolt Join Date: Nov 2020 Location: Milwaukee Posts: 35	I too moved from the south with no snow to a cold weather city to Milwaukee and here they throw a lot of salt in the winter and its shocking to see how quickly salt destroys cars. I will not take my Camaro out in the snow or when there is salt on the ground period, I have a winter daily for that. I will however drive it if its clear, no salt, and freezing. The 3S tires are not that bad when its cold as long as your not racing it around. Having said all that, I don't hassle people for driving their Camaros in the snow, to each their own.

01-10-2021, 11:43 PM	#39
Mikey Likes Drives: 2020 2SS Vert...2019 F-250 Join Date: Dec 2020 Location: New Jersey Posts: 18	Here in Jersey I run the RainX winter windshield fluid. Good to 20 below. Also keeps the windshield clearer than the regular stuff. Its orange. Run the washers until it runs orange or as above it will freeze in the tubes. And worse all over your windshield. I run Valvoline full synth 5w30 in all my vehicles in all seasons. Our vert is new so I havnt changed the rear or tranny oils yet. Im looking at Redline synth for gear oils due to them working exceptionally in my bikes. I would also consider Amsoil or lucas. Top of the line gear oil regardless of cost as they are not dumped as often. We rarely get deep snow here but it does happen. The vert is the wifes daily driver. I am swapping out the stock goodyear eagles immediately for Conti extreme contact DWS 06s, as all season. Although depending how things work out I may seek out an additional set of stock wheels.So I can run 4 square and put dedicated winter tires on the 4 front rims and all season on the 4 rear rims. Havnt had the car long enough to make any moves yet though. But the tires will be swapped this week with 60 miles on the clock. Its already in the 20s here at night. I dont want my wife getting scared of the car over sliding around on summer tires in the cold.

12-30-2024, 07:51 AM	#42
p47dman Drives: 2024 Camaro 1SS Join Date: Mar 2024 Location: Minnesota Posts: 343	I know, old thread. OP has probably got it all figured out by now. But, I like to put HEET in my windshield washer fluid as it will keep it from freezing, also helps to cut the ice. I've lived in MN for 60 years now and the -20 below stuff just does not cut it in January.

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