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Posted: 8/29/2015 6:42:06 PM EDT
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RWD and 400hp in Idaho? Make sure you get a good pair of snow tires.
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Posted: 8/30/2015 4:27:12 AM EDT
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They're pretty fun to drive. Decently fast. Don't know much more about them other than that
When you get it converted can you show pictures of the hand controls? Honestly intrigued and never seen them in a car before Have fun in the new ride |
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Posted: 8/30/2015 8:11:40 AM EDT
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Cool cars. It's a shame GM didn't keep importing and building them under the Chevy badge with a different name after they killed Pontiac.
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Posted: 8/30/2015 8:22:43 AM EDT
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Cool cars. It's a shame GM didn't keep importing and building them under the Chevy badge with a different name after they killed Pontiac. I thought that the Malibu SS was pretty much the same. A rebadged Holden. http://www.holden.com.au/cars/commodore/sedan-range/ss-storm I am pretty sure the GTO's has some serious suspension issues IIRC. |
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Posted: 8/30/2015 9:00:56 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: I am pretty sure the GTO's has some serious suspension issues IIRC. Premature wear, mostly caused by the way they were shipped. Nothing serious. And post some pics OP. I love my '04.  |
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Posted: 8/30/2015 10:23:02 AM EDT
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I love those. Getting one is a priority for me.
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Posted: 8/30/2015 11:00:23 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: I thought that the Malibu SS was pretty much the same. A rebadged Holden. http://www.holden.com.au/cars/commodore/sedan-range/ss-storm I am pretty sure the GTO's has some serious suspension issues IIRC. Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: Cool cars. It's a shame GM didn't keep importing and building them under the Chevy badge with a different name after they killed Pontiac. I thought that the Malibu SS was pretty much the same. A rebadged Holden. http://www.holden.com.au/cars/commodore/sedan-range/ss-storm I am pretty sure the GTO's has some serious suspension issues IIRC. No. Not the Malibu SS. It's just called the Chevrolet SS. Same platform as the police Imapala. Chevrolet SS Personally, I think the GTO/G8/SS/Holden platform is the best sedan GM has ever made. |
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Posted: 8/30/2015 8:28:23 PM EDT
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Hope to post pics but this is the hardest damn forum I am on to post pics. I really like Red your car looks great. This car will never see a winter drive again.
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Posted: 8/30/2015 10:22:24 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Hope to post pics but this is the hardest damn forum I am on to post pics. I really like Red your car looks great. This car will never see a winter drive again. What color is yours? |
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Posted: 8/31/2015 2:01:23 AM EDT
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Pretty nice cars, sleeper.
 I have an 04 too.
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Posted: 8/31/2015 2:17:48 AM EDT
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I thought that the Malibu SS was pretty much the same. A rebadged Holden. http://www.holden.com.au/cars/commodore/sedan-range/ss-storm I am pretty sure the GTO's has some serious suspension issues IIRC. Quote HistoryQuoted:
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Cool cars. It's a shame GM didn't keep importing and building them under the Chevy badge with a different name after they killed Pontiac. I thought that the Malibu SS was pretty much the same. A rebadged Holden. http://www.holden.com.au/cars/commodore/sedan-range/ss-storm I am pretty sure the GTO's has some serious suspension issues IIRC. The Malibu has been a FWD car for more than a decade. |
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Posted: 8/31/2015 8:43:36 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Pretty nice cars, sleeper. I have an 04 too. |
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Posted: 8/31/2015 3:01:36 PM EDT
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I had an 2004. Loved the car. I really wish I had another one. I have been having the fast car itch bad lately.
Enjoy it op.  " />
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Posted: 8/31/2015 4:12:03 PM EDT
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I thought that the Malibu SS was pretty much the same. A rebadged Holden. http://www.holden.com.au/cars/commodore/sedan-range/ss-storm I am pretty sure the GTO's has some serious suspension issues IIRC. Quote HistoryQuoted:
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Cool cars. It's a shame GM didn't keep importing and building them under the Chevy badge with a different name after they killed Pontiac. I thought that the Malibu SS was pretty much the same. A rebadged Holden. http://www.holden.com.au/cars/commodore/sedan-range/ss-storm I am pretty sure the GTO's has some serious suspension issues IIRC. Front struts and front radius rod bushings should be changed out. Check the front swaybar end links to see if they're bent or the bushings are toast. Rear shocks may be worn out too by now. To replace everything above with good quality aftermarket parts will be $700-900, plus labor. |
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Posted: 9/2/2015 12:46:56 AM EDT
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Yep, I'd love to have an 06. Motor can be built up and you can even make it very fast.
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Posted: 9/2/2015 3:47:24 PM EDT
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No. Not the Malibu SS. It's just called the Chevrolet SS. Same platform as the police Imapala. Chevrolet SS Personally, I think the GTO/G8/SS/Holden platform is the best sedan GM has ever made. Quote HistoryQuoted:
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Cool cars. It's a shame GM didn't keep importing and building them under the Chevy badge with a different name after they killed Pontiac. I thought that the Malibu SS was pretty much the same. A rebadged Holden. http://www.holden.com.au/cars/commodore/sedan-range/ss-storm I am pretty sure the GTO's has some serious suspension issues IIRC. No. Not the Malibu SS. It's just called the Chevrolet SS. Same platform as the police Imapala. Chevrolet SS Personally, I think the GTO/G8/SS/Holden platform is the best sedan GM has ever made. I believe the Chevy PPV Caprice and Chevy SS share a common platform (rwd and v8). I drive a 14 Caprice. Mike |
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Posted: 9/2/2015 4:21:58 PM EDT
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I believe the Chevy PPV Caprice and Chevy SS share a common platform (rwd and v8). I drive a 14 Caprice. Mike Quote HistoryQuoted:
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Cool cars. It's a shame GM didn't keep importing and building them under the Chevy badge with a different name after they killed Pontiac. I thought that the Malibu SS was pretty much the same. A rebadged Holden. http://www.holden.com.au/cars/commodore/sedan-range/ss-storm I am pretty sure the GTO's has some serious suspension issues IIRC. No. Not the Malibu SS. It's just called the Chevrolet SS. Same platform as the police Imapala. Chevrolet SS Personally, I think the GTO/G8/SS/Holden platform is the best sedan GM has ever made. I believe the Chevy PPV Caprice and Chevy SS share a common platform (rwd and v8). I drive a 14 Caprice. Mike Pretty sure The SS is the Zeta platform which evolved from the V platform. |
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Posted: 9/2/2015 4:35:31 PM EDT
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I regret selling my 05.
I sure as hell didnt regret selling it when gas was 4.25/gal. 
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Posted: 9/2/2015 5:04:47 PM EDT
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I had to check, but yes the late model SS apparently uses the Zeta platform, as does the PPV Caprice. I was commenting on the post indicating that the Impala was related to the SS, which I don't believe it is.
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Posted: 9/2/2015 6:41:59 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: I believe the Chevy PPV Caprice and Chevy SS share a common platform (rwd and v8). I drive a 14 Caprice. Mike |
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Posted: 9/2/2015 9:14:15 PM EDT
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No. Not the Malibu SS. It's just called the Chevrolet SS. Same platform as the police Imapala. Chevrolet SS Personally, I think the GTO/G8/SS/Holden platform is the best sedan GM has ever made. Quote HistoryQuoted:
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Cool cars. It's a shame GM didn't keep importing and building them under the Chevy badge with a different name after they killed Pontiac. I thought that the Malibu SS was pretty much the same. A rebadged Holden. http://www.holden.com.au/cars/commodore/sedan-range/ss-storm I am pretty sure the GTO's has some serious suspension issues IIRC. No. Not the Malibu SS. It's just called the Chevrolet SS. Same platform as the police Imapala. Chevrolet SS Personally, I think the GTO/G8/SS/Holden platform is the best sedan GM has ever made. And all made overseas. I don't know what they are gonna do when they shut down Holden in the next year or two. BTW, Supercars on on CBS SN right now. |
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Posted: 9/2/2015 9:53:32 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: And all made overseas. I don't know what they are gonna do when they shut down Holden in the next year or two. BTW, Supercars on on CBS SN right now. |
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Posted: 9/3/2015 2:19:30 AM EDT
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6.0 (355hp). Not sure, but I believe 6.0 was only engine offered in 14.
Mike |
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Posted: 9/3/2015 8:22:26 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: 6.0 (355hp). Not sure, but I believe 6.0 was only engine offered in 14. Mike Seems counterproductive to have an 6.0 making 400hp and downgrade when adding more weight. |
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Posted: 9/3/2015 8:55:32 AM EDT
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Honestly I'm far from a GM car SME. I like the 14 Caprice as a patrol car, but the MyLink radio in it, not so much (dealer can't fix a defect apparently).
Mike |
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Posted: 9/3/2015 9:43:50 AM EDT
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How/why did GM manage to lose power in 8yrs? Seems counterproductive to have an 6.0 making 400hp and downgrade when adding more weight. Quote HistoryQuoted:
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6.0 (355hp). Not sure, but I believe 6.0 was only engine offered in 14. Mike Seems counterproductive to have an 6.0 making 400hp and downgrade when adding more weight. Probably emissions + not doing any work to the motor to compensate. |
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Posted: 9/3/2015 10:12:14 AM EDT
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Probably emissions + not doing any work to the motor to compensate. Quote HistoryQuoted:
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6.0 (355hp). Not sure, but I believe 6.0 was only engine offered in 14. Mike Seems counterproductive to have an 6.0 making 400hp and downgrade when adding more weight. Probably emissions + not doing any work to the motor to compensate. Which motor are you talking about? The GTO ceased production in 2006. |
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Posted: 9/3/2015 12:20:13 PM EDT
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6.0 (355hp). Not sure, but I believe 6.0 was only engine offered in 14. Mike Seems counterproductive to have an 6.0 making 400hp and downgrade when adding more weight. Probably emissions + not doing any work to the motor to compensate. Which motor are you talking about? The GTO ceased production in 2006. The 6.0 that's in the Caprice PPV |
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Posted: 9/3/2015 3:16:19 PM EDT
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GTO came with the LS2. Caprice has the L77 which is basically the Vortec L96 engine found in most HD trucks. Difference being it runs on regular fuel, has cylinder deactivation, "flex fuel" capable and is tuned for more low end torque.
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Posted: 9/3/2015 3:23:46 PM EDT
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GTO came with the LS2. Caprice has the L77 which is basically the Vortec L96 engine found in most HD trucks. Difference being it runs on regular fuel, has cylinder deactivation, "flex fuel" capable and is tuned for more low end torque. I was gonna say, didn't sound like an LS. Even though the truck motor is. Sort of. |
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Posted: 9/3/2015 3:45:18 PM EDT
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Everytime I see a GTO, I want to get one and have it converted into a Maloo. I always thought they were cool even though I'm not sure why.
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Posted: 9/3/2015 5:08:08 PM EDT
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I was gonna say, didn't sound like an LS. Even though the truck motor is. Sort of. Quote HistoryQuoted:
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GTO came with the LS2. Caprice has the L77 which is basically the Vortec L96 engine found in most HD trucks. Difference being it runs on regular fuel, has cylinder deactivation, "flex fuel" capable and is tuned for more low end torque. I was gonna say, didn't sound like an LS. Even though the truck motor is. Sort of. Early GTO came with a ls1. The L77 is the same as the L76 found in the GT G8 but come from the factory with flex fuel, both are the same as a LS2 with all the tree hugger options, I hated the DOD on my G8, it was the first thing I had tuned out. |
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Posted: 9/4/2015 4:06:22 PM EDT
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I bought this one new (04 quicksilver / red interior 6spd) in Jan 2005 and took it to the GTO Nationals in the summer of 2005. Came in 2nd place to that gold 71 as I broke out. Was running 13.7s all damn day (totally stock) in 100 degree temps.
The coolest thing about this car was the factory shift light in the gauge cluster. If you dont know what I'm talking about or haven't activated your yet, you need to do it ASAP. You'll thank me later. For whatever dumbass reason Pontiac didn't activate them at the factory but showed them in original advertising. Go figure. 
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Posted: 9/4/2015 7:23:45 PM EDT
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Early GTO came with a ls1. The L77 is the same as the L76 found in the GT G8 but come from the factory with flex fuel, both are the same as a LS2 with all the tree hugger options, I hated the DOD on my G8, it was the first thing I had tuned out. Quote HistoryQuoted:
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GTO came with the LS2. Caprice has the L77 which is basically the Vortec L96 engine found in most HD trucks. Difference being it runs on regular fuel, has cylinder deactivation, "flex fuel" capable and is tuned for more low end torque. I was gonna say, didn't sound like an LS. Even though the truck motor is. Sort of. Early GTO came with a ls1. The L77 is the same as the L76 found in the GT G8 but come from the factory with flex fuel, both are the same as a LS2 with all the tree hugger options, I hated the DOD on my G8, it was the first thing I had tuned out. I know, I have one. 
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