Sixth Gen - Extreme Hot Weather Considerations

neo85 · 07-01-2021, 02:11 PM

Its 100+ for the next 2 weeks in the PNW (insane I know) and just wondering if anyone down south/Socal have any exp with the sixth gen in very hot temps.

Anyone notice increased starter issues/engine overheating? I have seen a lot of threads with the starter not cranking due to heatsoak and I am wondering if triple digits can aggravate any of this?

Let me know what you guys have experienced.

Jaxcam02 · 07-01-2021, 02:19 PM

Car will be fine if fluids are at correct levels and your maintenance has been appropriate.

Aragorn · 07-01-2021, 02:22 PM

We had 115f for a week or so and only my camera wigged out. There are accounts of starter issues in the heat though. May have been 2016 only, not sure.

Heat Magnet · 07-01-2021, 02:25 PM

I've driven my 2007 Cobalt when it was 116 degrees outside. With the A/C on full blast, the coolant temps stayed within range to where the secondary radiator fan never came on (at least that's what it seemed like). As long as the coolant level is topped off, the coolant temp should stay under 220 degrees.

kropscamaro16 · 07-01-2021, 02:27 PM

i was at the track last weekend and it was 106 when i left not fun but car worked fine

MR2Aaron · 07-01-2021, 02:27 PM

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Originally Posted by neo85

Its 100+ for the next 2 weeks in the PNW (insane I know) and just wondering if anyone down south/Socal have any exp with the sixth gen in very hot temps.

Anyone notice increased starter issues/engine overheating? I have seen a lot of thread with the starters and I am wondering if triple digits can aggravate any of this?

Let me know what you guys have experienced.

100+ is what we consider "normal" down here in Texas. It'll be fine. Make sure your fluids are correct and maybe don't do any track days.

COKen · 07-01-2021, 02:33 PM

If your car is parked outside for any length of time, the inside temps can get very high. You may want to try to block the sun from from coming through the windows when you can and maybe open a window a bit. Your upholstery will thank you.

Shock2019 · 07-03-2021, 06:10 AM

Was in Palm Desert,CA last weekend. Drove to Willow Springs and back, then over the mountain back to San Diego. Ran fine all weekend. Saw 128 degrees(yes, one hundred twenty eight!) on the way out of the desert. The 1LE package rocks! A/C kept us cool throughout.

Jsreo · 07-03-2021, 08:09 AM

I have done track days over 90 degrees and had no issues. The SS models all have extra cooling, you will be fine.

SSDan · 07-03-2021, 09:20 AM

If you have a 2016-2017 SS (won't hurt to do this for any model year) and are worried about slow cranking on a hot starter then read my thread on this: https://www.camaro6.com/forums/showthread.php?t=586153

Its hot and getting hotter in SC right now with plenty of high 90 days. My hot starts are just fine since I added the engine to body ground cable. Last summer I would have to avoid hot engine start scenarios as the starter would crank so slow as I feared a "no start" (many others have had failed starts). Other than this tip I believe all other posters have you covered with their suggestions. These cars can handle high heat as far as coolant and oil temps are concerned.

07-01-2021, 02:11 PM	#1
neo85 Drives: camaro ss Join Date: Jun 2018 Location: washington Posts: 29	Sixth Gen - Extreme Hot Weather Considerations Its 100+ for the next 2 weeks in the PNW (insane I know) and just wondering if anyone down south/Socal have any exp with the sixth gen in very hot temps. Anyone notice increased starter issues/engine overheating? I have seen a lot of threads with the starter not cranking due to heatsoak and I am wondering if triple digits can aggravate any of this? Let me know what you guys have experienced. Last edited by neo85; 07-01-2021 at 03:08 PM.

07-01-2021, 02:19 PM	#2
Jaxcam02 Drives: 2017 Silverado/2017 ZL1 Join Date: Aug 2019 Location: Jax/Palatka FL Posts: 1,090	Car will be fine if fluids are at correct levels and your maintenance has been appropriate. __________________

07-01-2021, 02:25 PM	#4
Heat Magnet Drives: 2021 Chevrolet Camaro 2SS Join Date: Apr 2021 Location: CA Posts: 59 View My Garage	I've driven my 2007 Cobalt when it was 116 degrees outside. With the A/C on full blast, the coolant temps stayed within range to where the secondary radiator fan never came on (at least that's what it seemed like). As long as the coolant level is topped off, the coolant temp should stay under 220 degrees. __________________ Cars I own/drive: *2007 Chevrolet Cobalt LT Sedan* Ultra Silver Metallic, gold painted wheel covers, 4T45 transmission *2021 Chevrolet Camaro 2SS Coupe* Black, Redline Edition, 1LE Suspension Package, 10L80 transmission, NPP, Body color high wing spoiler, Ground effects kit, 48-state legal Brembo brakes

07-01-2021, 02:27 PM	#5
kropscamaro16 Drives: 2016 1ss camaro Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: 909 Posts: 9,917	i was at the track last weekend and it was 106 when i left not fun but car worked fine __________________ 16 1SS NIGHTFALL GRAY METALLIC WITH NPP #BECAUSERACECAR #SAVETHEMANUALS

07-01-2021, 02:33 PM	#7
COKen Drives: '21 Camao SS, BMW 435i, M Roadster Join Date: Oct 2020 Location: Colorado Posts: 63	If your car is parked outside for any length of time, the inside temps can get very high. You may want to try to block the sun from from coming through the windows when you can and maybe open a window a bit. Your upholstery will thank you. __________________ 2021 Camaro SS Riverside Blue Metallic 2014 435i M-Sport, Mineral Gray, Black Dakota Leather, Driver Asst Pkg, Prem Pkg, Tech Pkg, 8 Spd Sport AT, Heated Front Seats, ACC, BMW M Perf Tune w/MPE, BMW LSD, BBS CH. 2002 M Roadster, Steel Gray Metailic, Gray Nappa Leather, Steel Gray Metailic HT, TC Kline DA Shocks & Camber Plates, w/H&R Springs, Stromung Exhaust, SSR Type C.

07-01-2021, 02:22 PM	#3
Aragorn Account Suspended Drives: Camaro SS 1LE Join Date: Aug 2018 Location: Phoenix Posts: 1,538	We had 115f for a week or so and only my camera wigged out. There are accounts of starter issues in the heat though. May have been 2016 only, not sure.

07-03-2021, 06:10 AM	#8
Shock2019 Drives: 2022 Chevrolet Camaro SS1LE Vivid O Join Date: Nov 2020 Location: Oceanside, CA Posts: 15	Was in Palm Desert,CA last weekend. Drove to Willow Springs and back, then over the mountain back to San Diego. Ran fine all weekend. Saw 128 degrees(yes, one hundred twenty eight!) on the way out of the desert. The 1LE package rocks! A/C kept us cool throughout.

07-03-2021, 08:09 AM	#9
Jsreo Drives: 2017 2SS Manual Join Date: Apr 2017 Location: Atlanta GA Posts: 373	I have done track days over 90 degrees and had no issues. The SS models all have extra cooling, you will be fine.

07-03-2021, 09:20 AM	#10
SSDan Drives: 2016 1SS 6MT NPP Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Lake Murray, SC Posts: 2,253 View My Garage	If you have a 2016-2017 SS (won't hurt to do this for any model year) and are worried about slow cranking on a hot starter then read my thread on this: https://www.camaro6.com/forums/showthread.php?t=586153 Its hot and getting hotter in SC right now with plenty of high 90 days. My hot starts are just fine since I added the engine to body ground cable. Last summer I would have to avoid hot engine start scenarios as the starter would crank so slow as I feared a "no start" (many others have had failed starts). Other than this tip I believe all other posters have you covered with their suggestions. These cars can handle high heat as far as coolant and oil temps are concerned. __________________ 2016 Camaro 1SS Hyper Blue 6MT NPP 2010 Camaro 2SS Cam/Headers/CAI/3.91 gears 476 rwhp/440 rwtq (sold) Last edited by SSDan; 07-03-2021 at 11:20 AM.

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