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RS vs NON-RS Camaro Factory Add-On Appearance Packages for all 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014 & 2015 Camaro models RS Appearance Package will have: (available on BOTH V6 and V8 models now!!) - HID headlamps with "halo ring" - Rear Spoiler (V6/LT only - included on all SS models) - 20-inch 5-spoke wheel with Midnight Silver paint finish - RS-unique tail lamps, also slightly tinted - Body-color matched roof ditch molding (non-RS will be black instead) - Different fog light bulbs ( …

Phastek Performance & Affirm Phastek Performance has teamed up with Affirm to offer a financing option that's fully transparent and easy to apply for. With no hidden fees or costs, the full amount presented at Affirm checkout is the price you will pay. You can select from 3, 6, or 12 months of fixed payment options to fit your budget. As an example, a $1,082.50 purchase might cost $90.20/mo over 12 months at 0%APR. A down payment may be required. …

Camaro Model Year Overview, 2010-2015 SS, LT, LS & 2012-2015 Camaro ZL1 The 2010+ Camaro, "The 5th Gen Camaro", or the fifth generation body style since the original 1967 Chevrolet Camaro. This new Camaro features Independent Rear Suspension on the Zeta Platform chassis (also used on the 2008-2009 Pontiac G8 and 2013+ Chevrolet SS models) 1967-1969 - The 1st Generation Camaro 1970-1981 - The 2nd Generation Camaro 1982-1992 - The 3rd Generation Camaro 1993-2002 - The 4th Generation Camaro 2010-2 …

2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014 & 2015 Camaro Vin Number Decoder (Vehicle-Identification-Number) EXAMPLE: Vin Number 2G1FT1EW1A9000033 or 2-G-1-FT-1-E-W-1-A-9-000033 - 2010 Camaro #33! World Make Identifiers: 2 - Country - Canada G - Manufacturer - General Motors (GM) 1 - Vehicle type or manufacturing division - Chevrolet Car Line / Series: FT - Identifies the series - Camaro 2SS M/T Body Style 1 - Coupe - 2 Door - Notchback Restraint Codes: E - Active manual belts - Airbags - Driver & P …

Benefits of Adding an Aftermarket Cold Air Intake to Your Silverado What are the benefits of adding an aftermarket cold air intake to your Silverado? Increased horsepower and torqueImproved throttle responseBetter gas mileageReduced air intake temperaturesBetter air filter lifeThere’s a ton of excitement among the Phastek crew about the new Roto-Fab 2019-2020 Silverado Cold Air Intake and the new Cold Air Inductions 2019-2020 Cold Air Intake hitting the market. While our team …

Camaro Axle-Back vs. Camaro Cat-Back Exhaust Systems New modders need to know the difference between a  Camaro axle-back exhaust and a Camaro cat-back exhaust. Most veteran modders have already decided if they want a Cat-Back or Axle-Back. the decision ultimately comes down to sound and appearance.  WHAT IS A CAT-BACK EXHAUST?  A cat-back exhaust refers to all the exhaust components and pipes after the catalytic converter. This usually starts at the exhaust manifold, …

Camaro Mods Under $500 We have put together a list of four mods you can do to your Camaro for under $500 - so everyone with champagne  tastes on a beer budget can mod their Camaro.  We didn’t say it was free – you’ll still need to spend some money. But these are pretty simple upgrades that can save some life on your vehicle, change your vehicle’s appearance and these are easy to install yourself!  Camaro Mods Under $500: Catch CanCold Air IntakeRadio …

What to Know When Buying Camaro Wheels As a Camaro owner you probably don’t dance, but your Camaro wheels can and should. Here's what you need to know about finding the right fit for new Camaro wheels.  Here are what you need to know to find the right fitting wheel for your Camaro: Wheel Diameter Wheel Width Wheel Offset Wheel BackspacingWhat is Wheel Diameter? Knowing the wheel diameter is important because it helps to determine what tire size you will need. Measuring the d …

SHORTY VS LONG TUBE HEADERS We wanted to talk about what will make your Camaro sound like its Elvis lulling you to sleep. Or would you prefer to have Aaron Neville singing your lullaby?  For us this comes down to choosing some headers. Should you get shorty or long tube headers on your Camaro?  Here are some benefits of each:Shorty Headers Benefits Easier to Install Perform best in the idle to mid-RPM range More suitable for a daily driver bolt onto factory cats, so mos …

Top Camaro Mods You finally bought your first 5th Gen Camaro and you are ready to make some mods. The retro restyling of the 5th Gen Camaro makes it hard not look at and admire – which is why you probably got yourself a Camaro to begin with. Now you know that a Stock Camaro is not what you want because it can be so much more and you can design your Camaro to be just what you want it to be. Where do you start? There’s thousands of options when modify your new Camaro. What can you do now …