Over to the dark side.....

[allicedout]

Well its been a whole 9 months since I traded in the Mustang.... and well I can't lie I'm absolutely loving the truck. But well there's always still that void....

So this happened yesterday.... The deal was too good to pass up.

2001 Chevrolet Camaro LS1 - 6 spd with 111,000 original kilometers

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[Stephen06GT]

Welcome back to the TMC, Toronto Muscle Cars.

[Minaccia]

Congrats on the new ride looks pretty clean from the pix.

[newbiestangowner]

Congrats nice buy!


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[Blackmare]

Congrats Hem. Nice ride!

[Scrape]

Awesome ride there Hem. Congratulations again on the new toy.

[RedSN]

Nice!
Any plans for it? Or just gonna drive it?

[ZR]

OMG that car is sweeeeeeet!!!

[allicedout]

Nice!
Any plans for it? Or just gonna drive it?

No one just "drives" a car do they??

The plan is to keep it budget..... but I've been known to not listen to myself. For now maybe some basic mods like exhaust and suspension, we'll see from there.

[Zippy]

Lord have mercy. That car is beautiful.

[WidowrRacing]

Nice!
Another member with a 4th Gen :highfive:

Like I mentioned in my “working on thread” the car has the worlds biggest dash and windshield but apparently GM put a lot of thought into the aerodynamics.

I do like how it drives though and have put almost 10,000 kms on mine in 2yrs.
I also haven’t stopped modding mine since I got it....and I bought it just to drive it.

[92redragtop]

Nice ride Hem! Hopefully see it out soon?

[Ponyryd]

Looks clean, always liked the styling but could never get comfortable driving them/working on them.

[Uncle Buck]

Congrats, now on with the mods, lots of them!

[R3troGT]

Very clean Ride. Congrats

[SVOMACH1]

Very nice ride. Had one years ago but an automatic.

[allicedout]

Its been a busy summer.... I've been meaning to do more work on the car but so far this where I'm at.....

Ditched the dual USB ports

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in favor of some quads....

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Quick start up video.... Love the sound, it was way too quiet in stock form.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BbTklHqqtXI

[tsp]

Sweet car. I miss my f-bodies. I love your plate and plate holder.

[WidowrRacing]

Sounds good!
What exhaust did you install on it? Just a cat back?

My LS1 has serious bark during the initial start up....I’ve enjoyed watching many people jump.

[allicedout]

Sounds good!
What exhaust did you install on it? Just a cat back?

My LS1 has serious bark during the initial start up....I’ve enjoyed watching many people jump.

Believe it or not its a PHAB catback exhaust from Ebay.... complete stainless steel construction, welds were surprisingly very good quality and only set me back $350US with free shipping! The install needed a little more work then I anticipated as its not entirely as bolt on as they lead you to believe, but overall extremely happy with the way it turned out.

[FABMAN]

Those who know me know how much I love Ls motors...but they are usually surrounded by a truck...lol

I hope you have been enjoying the new ride...but I think it’s only a matter of time until it gets replaced with a LS Powered corvette! :-) the c6 z06 still continues to be one of my favourite modern cars.

[allicedout]

Spent last weekend installing an SLP intake cover on the Camaro... Must say looks much better then the stock unit.

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[allicedout]

Did some work over the winter on the catfish.... I couldn't get over the steering wheel in the car, it looked enormous and it just felt awkward no matter how I tried to hold it..... I know some of you may not "approve" going sans airbag but for me it had to go.... the wheel anyways.... and before you criticize the yellow strip on the new wheel, it was price that made me get that option and more then likely i'll be coloring it black to match.

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So during one of my midnight part searches I came across a set of EBC rotors and pads for a very absurd price of $93.56. After searching a few other sites and seeing that they sold for over $300 I bought them instantly.... Few days later I end up with a set of rotors for a Dodge Ram pick up truck. I called Amazon and was told that's what I had ordered.... Anyhow I panicked thinking a fubared and tried to sell to recoup the money..... I then went back to my order history and realized that I did order the correct brakes and called them back.... Anyhow they said they would exchange them for me but they weren't in stock. So I waited over a month but the brakes did eventually show up. I've since gone back to Amazon and that same set up sells for $312.36.

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I also picked up a set of authentic Corvette C6 wheels to replace the OEM 16" wheels. Man these wheel wells are huge!!!

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[Uncle Buck]

The feel of the steering wheel is uber important imo. Enjoy

[ZR]

That wheel is an epic upgrade, nicely done.

[newbiestangowner]

X3 Love the wheel! I like the yellow


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[allicedout]

Finally got the car out last week, quick pic of the new C6 wheels..... Huge improvement over the stock 16" wheels it came with.

[Stephen06GT]

You and the catfish are coming to the spring track day, right?

[ZR]

One of my favorite wheel upgrades for those cars.

[Zippy]

You need a bumper sticker saying "if you can read this, you're probably in a mustang." Amazing car dude!

[Ziggyzag420]

Did removing the airbag affect your insurance at all ?

[allicedout]

Did removing the airbag affect your insurance at all ?

The cars listed as modified with Hagerty.

[ZR]

It's also a question no one wants to bring up with an ins co.

[allicedout]

Someone told me summer was finally here..... Got the catfish out for some much needed work.... I was struggling with the Monster Stage 1 performance clutch and Tick Performance booster installed. Apparently this combo is a match made in heaven for Fbody owners, unfortunately not for this owner, hated it from day one, tried on may occasions to try and like it but it wasn't going to happen. So out came the performance goodies and in went an LS7 Clutch kit

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Also finally got around to getting the EBC brakes installed and calipers painted.

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Now I just need to find the time to put some miles on her!

[allicedout]

And just like that she's gone! Found an opportunity to trade up in to something I've always wanted for a few extra pennies.

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[ZR]

Sweet, details?

[1986stangfan]

I loved my c5 vette. Enjoy it


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[allicedout]

Sweet, details?

2002 Z51 full jam triple black. LS1 6spd, its in good shape with 110,000km. The owner wants to build a track car so the convertible had to go. Not going to disclose numbers but with what I paid for the Camaro, plus the new clutch, brakes, rims and tires and what I paid him on top..... It cost me literally half of what 90% of kijiji and Autotrader prices are for the car. Now don't get me wrong the car isn't minty fresh as the Camaro but its all cosmetic stuff you'd expect from a black car. I'm super excited, while most kids in my era had Lamborghini Countach's on there bedroom walls I was the odd ball kid with a Corvette pinned up. I'm in a happy place!!

[ZR]

I flat out love that gen of Vette, still got a hankering for a red '04 Z06.

https://vignette.wikia.nocookie.net/gran-turismo/images/e/e7/Chevrolet_Corvette_Z06_%28C5%29_%2704.jpg/revision/latest?cb=20190205120116

[fast Ed]

I'd make a joke about also buying a Mr. T starter kit to go with it, but hopefully that's not required past a C3 Corvette. :stickpoke:

Great looking ride!

[allicedout]

I'd make a joke about also buying a Mr. T starter kit to go with it, but hopefully that's not required past a C3 Corvette. :stickpoke:

Great looking ride!

Neither you and I can grow a Mowhawk so.......

[allicedout]

I flat out love that gen of Vette, still got a hankering for a red '04 Z06.

https://vignette.wikia.nocookie.net/gran-turismo/images/e/e7/Chevrolet_Corvette_Z06_%28C5%29_%2704.jpg/revision/latest?cb=20190205120116

As much as i wanted a Z06 I just couldn't find one reasonably priced. Z06 owners are like Cobra owners...... :stickpoke:

[ZR]

Oddly enough, up till couple three yrs ago, could by an uber clean virgin 02-04 ZO6 on the money, prices have increased huge on em.

[ZR]

LOL on Cobra owners part though. ;)

[FABMAN]

And just like that she's gone! Found an opportunity to trade up in to something I've always wanted for a few extra pennies.

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Those who know me know how much I love Ls motors...but they are usually surrounded by a truck...lol

I hope you have been enjoying the new ride...but I think it’s only a matter of time until it gets replaced with a LS Powered corvette! :-) the c6 z06 still continues to be one of my favourite modern cars.



Looks like I am a fortune teller. Predicted this last September. Lol congratulations, you will love that corvette!

[saleen27c]

Congrats Hemi....Love this Vette.....enjoy it....and keep it!! LOL

[Stephen06GT]

You’ll have company soon. I won’t say who, but a TMCer has an order in for a C8. TMC “Toronto Mustangs & Corvettes “

[Laffs]

You’ll have company soon. I won’t say who, but a TMCer has an order in for a C8. TMC “Toronto Mustangs & Corvettes “

Feels like could be Armen. Also OP congrats on the C5. These cars are super mod friendly, huge aftermarket support and so so capable. A few tweaks to update the interior and its an amazing sports car bargain. Also pop up headlights kick ass.

[Stephen06GT]

Feels like could be Armen.

Not who I was referring to, but I’m sure it’s just a matter of time for Armen.

[saleen27c]

You’ll have company soon. I won’t say who, but a TMCer has an order in for a C8. TMC “Toronto Mustangs & Corvettes “

Hey Hemi......You know someone too that has a C8 on order.....right? ;)

[allicedout]

Hey Hemi......You know someone too that has a C8 on order.....right? ;)

LOL!! I do know someone who has a C8 on order!

[2DXTRM]

I'm super excited, while most kids in my era had Lamborghini Countach's on there bedroom walls I was the odd ball kid with a Corvette pinned up. I'm in a happy place!!

Same, I didnt like the Lambos then, dont like them now either.
Here is a modernized throwback for you. You might not like the "stance" crowd, but I felt a good vibe from the overall video.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GBBQ3LxyZVM

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GBBQ3LxyZVM

[Laffs]

Same, I didnt like the Lambos then, dont like them now either.
Here is a modernized throwback for you. You might not like the "stance" crowd, but I felt a good vibe from the overall video.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GBBQ3LxyZVM

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GBBQ3LxyZVM

C4 ZR1 was the car I coveted in grade school besides the Countach. Helped by the fact his Airness was spotted in burgandy anniversary edition ZR1 a bunch.

[allicedout]

Same, I didnt like the Lambos then, dont like them now either.
Here is a modernized throwback for you. You might not like the "stance" crowd, but I felt a good vibe from the overall video.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GBBQ3LxyZVM

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GBBQ3LxyZVM

Oddly enough my daughter sent me that video! The stance looks great IMO. Funny thing is I have 2 daughters and each of them wanting a car from me. They've been egging me on to get another Vette in the garage so they can have one each when I'm gone........ (I'm convinced they've got some plan to get rid of me with there mother!) Anyhow after seeing that video definitely makes the C4 super attractive.

[allicedout]

Picked up a few things to keep me occupied over the winter..

C6 Grandsport wheels

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Got a great deal on a K&N intake so thought I'd test it out

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and to get rid of the extra air is a BBE xpipe and exhaust

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[ZR]

Lovin it.

[allicedout]

Finally got the Quickjack all together this weekend. It was easier then I had anticipated, I think the biggest struggle was the coiled hydraulic lines. Anyhow she works like a dream, got the car up and although it was a bit cool this weekend I made quick work of removing the stock exhaust to make way for the Billy Boat Bullets.

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[WidowrRacing]

I like!
It’s going to be loud.
Looking forward to seeing how rims look.

[Scrape]

Looking good Hemant.

https://media1.tenor.com/images/32c5485efeaeec050115c8fd0ce356d8/tenor.gif?itemid=14733897

[allicedout]

I like!
It’s going to be loud.
Looking forward to seeing how rims look.

Me too!!

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[allicedout]

I like!
It’s going to be loud.
Looking forward to seeing how rims look.

Me too!!

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[ZR]

Nice addition to the car.

[Zippy]

Looks like a good road course car...

[hsousa88]

Nice car. How do you like that quick jack? Do you find not having that space between the wheels annoying?

[allicedout]

Nice car. How do you like that quick jack? Do you find not having that space between the wheels annoying?

So far so good. These things are super sturdy, makes me feel a lot more comfortable under the car. As far as the space in between the tires, I don't mind it that much it just means I need to crawl further on my back to get to the centre of the car. Small sacrifice I guess.

[allicedout]

Been a while since I last posted but have made good progress in the car. Exhaust went in without any hitches, tips lined up exactly the way I wanted, lowered the car 3/4 of the way on stock bolts but may go all the way or get aftermarket bolts if I can figure out how to get off my driveway without scraping the front end. EBC pads and rotors installed front and back, fresh brake fluid replaced the 18 year old stuff and got the tires mounted on the Grand Sport wheels. Against my better judgement I decided to stretch a 295 on the wheel to avoid having to deal with the tires rubbing, they work but I think a 305 would have filled the rear a lot better.

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https://youtu.be/RNrUis9xc4g


https://youtu.be/R_m9dHs14Wk

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[ZR]

Man oh man that looks n sounds great.

[ZR]

FYI on that gen Vette, set of Bilsteins take the handling to a whole other level, even on a Z06.