00cls1camaross Posted August 19, 2010 Report Share Posted August 19, 2010 I found about about this forum from performancetrucks.net. I have a 2000 camaro ss but I'm considering buying a SSS On LS1tech we have these stickies that say the differences in all the years of Camaros and I was hoping someone could tell me the differences in the SSS. Also, what are common problems I should check with these trucks? Any buying advice would be appreciated. Thanks, Dakota Here are a couple of vids of my car Now cammed http://www.streetfire.net/video/00cls1camaross-cammed_2031688.htm Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlueAKSSS Posted August 19, 2010 Report Share Posted August 19, 2010 (edited) First off welcome to the site! Some of the main differences in the SSS between the years are: All 2003-2004 models are AWD and came in Black, Red, Blue. Some 2005's are 2wd and some are AWD, came in Black, Red, and Silver Birch. 2006's are only 2wd and the same colors as 2005's. Edited August 19, 2010 by Matt* (see edit history) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jordmagg Posted August 19, 2010 Report Share Posted August 19, 2010 ...And black is the fastest ones! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chpspecial Posted August 20, 2010 Report Share Posted August 20, 2010 the 05+ truck lost a few features in the DIC display, like instantaneous MPG. they also lost the two way power lumbar support. but gained cloth seats (optional) and a sunroof (optional). 03's have a return fuel system, 04+ have returnless fuel system Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
90zxdriver Posted August 20, 2010 Report Share Posted August 20, 2010 they are very thirsty... and love premium fuel... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sleepingcrna Posted August 20, 2010 Report Share Posted August 20, 2010 I'm on my 5th one for various reasons.....high miles, changed my mind, engine fire, was gonna trade for a more family friendly vehicle and now on this one. I can't get away from them even when it starts on fire. Had 03-05. Basically the same with a few minor exceptions. Lots of fun to throw money and time at. I doubt you'll regret it, but you never know til you jump in. Lots of great info on this site will help you a ton. Whether its modding, appearance, off the wall changes, small repairs and oil changes on up to total rebuilds, you'll find someone here that knows all about it and will probably be happy to help. Good luck. As long as you don't buy in upside down to start, its hard to go wrong with one of these. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
00cls1camaross Posted August 20, 2010 Author Report Share Posted August 20, 2010 How is the AWD system in these trucks? Strong or pretty weak? anyone experiment with a 87 octane tune, I don't care about much performance with these trucks. My car is faster haha. I was looking around as well and I saw some stickey about a steering problem, can anyone explain? Thanks, Dakota Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
70chevy03ss Posted August 20, 2010 Report Share Posted August 20, 2010 (edited) Awd drive is ok. I just rebuilt mine last year. If you start modding it be prepared to beef up the trans If you don't want performance why buy the SS. Why not get a reg silverado 4x4 and make it look like an SS???? The steering problem has to do with the steering shaft. Its a common problem with alot of the trucks. I think it was from 99 on? Easy fix and cheap to do.. Edited August 20, 2010 by Sick03ss (see edit history) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chpspecial Posted August 20, 2010 Report Share Posted August 20, 2010 How is the AWD system in these trucks? Strong or pretty weak? anyone experiment with a 87 octane tune, I don't care about much performance with these trucks. My car is faster haha. I was looking around as well and I saw some stickey about a steering problem, can anyone explain? Thanks, Dakota You get worse gas millage with it, plus increase the chance of knock... for the price of a coffe do you really want to skimp out on premium. also 2wd trucs have drum rear brakes, and bigger front brakes with a 9.5" rear end, where the AWD trucks have rear disks, crapier front brakes and with a 8.625 rear. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
12'SROCK Posted August 20, 2010 Report Share Posted August 20, 2010 Get a 2006 SSS Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
00cls1camaross Posted August 21, 2010 Author Report Share Posted August 21, 2010 Awd drive is ok. I just rebuilt mine last year. If you start modding it be prepared to beef up the trans If you don't want performance why buy the SS. Why not get a reg silverado 4x4 and make it look like an SS???? The steering problem has to do with the steering shaft. Its a common problem with alot of the trucks. I think it was from 99 on? Easy fix and cheap to do.. I like the way the SS looks and for the options it comes with and AWD, you can't beat the price. It is weird to me to know how a 125,000 mile Z71 with no optioins cost more than a 95,000 fully optioned AWD SSS. To be honest, if I buy an SSS, I want to take off the stock 20s, lift it a couple of inches, and then put some 18" wheels with A/Ts on it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
00cls1camaross Posted August 21, 2010 Author Report Share Posted August 21, 2010 You get worse gas millage with it, plus increase the chance of knock... for the price of a coffe do you really want to skimp out on premium. also 2wd trucs have drum rear brakes, and bigger front brakes with a 9.5" rear end, where the AWD trucks have rear disks, crapier front brakes and with a 8.625 rear. What is the compression ratio? Do you think I could be fine with 89 if I don't WOT. I just hate paying for premium. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlueAKSSS Posted August 21, 2010 Report Share Posted August 21, 2010 What is the compression ratio? Do you think I could be fine with 89 if I don't WOT. I just hate paying for premium. I think it has 10:1 compression, the LQ9 has flat top pistons. You can run it on 87 just fine, because the computer will just pull timing so it doesn't ping. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chpspecial Posted August 22, 2010 Report Share Posted August 22, 2010 (edited) What is the compression ratio? Do you think I could be fine with 89 if I don't WOT. I just hate paying for premium. I think it has 10:1 compression, the LQ9 has flat top pistons. You can run it on 87 just fine, because the computer will just pull timing so it doesn't ping. yes 10:1 comp, and yes you can run 87, but you will get worse gas millage, and the chace of detonation, just because the PCM will be mostly functioning on the low octane table does not mean you are compleatly protected. If you think worse gas millage is better than pumping premium go ahead, it will be your truck do as you please with it... You will aslo find that putting anylift on an SS and A/T doesnt sit very well with the members here. If that is what your are after you are better off with something like a z71, then just make it a clone... in the end it's your choice. EDIT: I forgot to mention that Premium is not only needed to go WOT, it also depends on engine load, and you do not need to be at WOT to have high engine loads. I.E. going up hill, mild accelerations from stops, towing and so on... Edited August 22, 2010 by chpspecial (see edit history) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
00cls1camaross Posted August 23, 2010 Author Report Share Posted August 23, 2010 yes 10:1 comp, and yes you can run 87, but you will get worse gas millage, and the chace of detonation, just because the PCM will be mostly functioning on the low octane table does not mean you are compleatly protected. If you think worse gas millage is better than pumping premium go ahead, it will be your truck do as you please with it... You will aslo find that putting anylift on an SS and A/T doesnt sit very well with the members here. If that is what your are after you are better off with something like a z71, then just make it a clone... in the end it's your choice. EDIT: I forgot to mention that Premium is not only needed to go WOT, it also depends on engine load, and you do not need to be at WOT to have high engine loads. I.E. going up hill, mild accelerations from stops, towing and so on... What is the reasoning behind no lift and A/T? Is it just a siveradoss.com forum opinion or is there a reason? Btw, thanks for the answers, you're very helpful Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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