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I think the stats are that half the cars on the road have low tire pressure. Features like this will eventually improve that statistic...increasing safety, improving fuel economy, and (idealistically) reducing our reliance on foreign oil.
Thanks
Frank
I had low pressure in my left rear tire one day and the system specified which tire it was..............talk later.........bryan
Sorry I can't remember.. is yours an '06 or '07.
If '07, are you aware of any difference in the TPMS
to my '06..??
And hey by the way, I am still waiting for you to tell
us all how awesome your new SS GM wheels are and look. :shades:
Any progress / any decision..??
Thanks
Frank
Mine is the old "06 model.....and no wheels yet....$2500 for those puppies......
"Federal Law Requires Tire Pressure Monitoring
DETROIT — According to the National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration (NHTSA), any vehicle with a gross weight less than 10,000 lbs. sold on or after Sept. 1, 2007 must be equipped with a tire pressure monitoring system(TMPS).
Under the new Transportation Recall Enhancement, Accountability and Documentation (TREAD) Act, consumers will now be able to pay closer attention to their tires, which in turn promotes better fuel efficiency and highway safety. The TMPS is designed to alert drivers on their instrument panel of changes in tire air pressure.
Source: Limo Talk National Newswire "
Frank, second on Bryan's report. The current system tells which tire is the offender. The older systems just let you know a tire was low but not which one.
I think it's all about personalization/customization. I don't know about you, but I like knowing that no one else in the world has an Impala like mine.
Also, why do you consider it "ripping" or "tearing" apart. Do you have any idea how easy it is to remove a door panel? A few screws, a few clips, and as long as you're careful, no problem. Nowadays, with the internet, it's almost impossible to not know what you're doing. If you do your research or pick a reputable seller, you'll have all the info/help you need.
Finally, do you really think the aftermarket automotive accessory industry would be a multi-billion dollar industry if everyone was damaging, "ripping", and "tearing" apart their car?
Sorry, if I seem a little rude, but you said I could jump all over you. Believe me, if you like your car the way it is, then by all means, leave it alone, but don't criticize others for spending their own money and time doing something they want. Just my $.02
That is correct although the resetting isn't all that hard...as long as you have access to an air pump. The way you let the system know what tire you're working on is by adjusting air pressure. Now, if maybe they were to set it up with a button on the rim or maybe even the valve stem, that might make it even easier to reset. I would say valve caps but that would be too easy for other people to mess with.
Wonder if you have any insight or experience with interchangability of front bumper fascia between 06-07 Impala and the Monte Carlo? I've got an LT2 and I wish I had fog lights. I've considered many after market installations, but I prefer the integrated look of the stock fog lamps. Having said that, if I were to replace the fascia for an LT3/LTZ/SS fascia, well, I'd like to be just a little different and change it for the Monte Carlo--if it would interchange. The hood, fender and headlight mate-lines appear to be identical. Any information regarding the bolt and mounting point configurations? Thanks in advance to any that may have info.
Clark
Sorry.... I would very much like to help you out here, but I have absolutely no knowledge or experience what-so-ever with the '06 & '07 Monte Carlo's.
You know, probably our friend Ron is your best bet here, I am pretty sure that he had an MC just prior to his current '06 SS Impala.
Ok, since you got my curiousity now, I went to various front end shots on GM's web sites for both cars, and my conclusion at this point is......Wow !!, it would appear to be an identical fit. Hey Clark, I know we all have are own personal tastes, and I for one would not want to discourage you in any way here. Go for it...!! But, personally speaking, if I was considering this mod, I think would go to the SS Impala front fascia. It certainly has the fog lamps that you are looking for, but noticeably, the bottom grill is slighty bigger, meaner looking and makes a performance statement.
Anyway, be sure to let us know what you decide...
Frank
In addition... I just stumbled across a guy on another Impala forum ("NEW IMPALA")that may be able to really help you out here. You can ask him the question....
His name is Buffalo SS and he was responding to a question in the 2006/2007 Electrical/ lighting area about fog light trim fitting between the Monte Carlo and the Impala. He went on to say that he was also considering changing the front fascia on his Impala to the MC version. He gave me the feeling that he knew about not only the outward fit but more importantly the inside mounting.
Hope this helps......
Frank
It looks sort of like an after-thought in it's placement.
Clark
http://www.naioa.com/v2/modules.php?name=Forums&file=viewtopic&t=7527&highlight=- monte+impala++bumper
Ya, I too don't mind being set apart to a degree.
I have a gorgeous black / ebony '06 Impala LT2 that I am absolutley in love with. I have had it for about 5 months now and have made some interesting mods.... '07 SS 18" GM polished mags with Goodyear 235/50-18 RS-A tires, '07 SS rear struts, '07 SS front stabilizer (sway) bar, K&N performance air filter and last but not least, a custom made (mandral bent) dual cat-back exhaust system with SS stainless tips out back. If it wasn't for the LT on the trunk and the lack of SS badging, the average person would not know the diffence at a glance and think it was indeed an SS . At this point, I'm waiting for the '09 (?) RWD SS Impala hoping that it will have at least 375 HP...well, we'll see !!
It's really funny, I still have quite a few of the guys around here trying to talk me into puting the SS badging on mine.....Naaaaaaaaaa, I surely don't want to embarass myself at this point. There's nothing like a true SS..!!
Clark, let us know what you decide....
Frank
drop a 5.3 in there and you will have an SS!!!....go for the badging!!...you can get the badges on Ebay.......I saw on Ebay the other day a black SS for sale with the SS badging on the trunk, the 5.3 was in there, but , there were no badges on the sides!!....go figure!!.......
talk later...bryan
Clark
THANKS...Boy, I only wish that had a nice big 5.3 to drop in...!! Ya, i've seen the SS BADGES (both Sides & trunk) for sale on ebay about a couple of weeks ago. The Price seemed quite reasonable for all 3 sets. But, it's just the idea of putting them on my 3.5L LT when you know darn well it isn't quite true ..?? Bryan, don't you think it would be just a little on the tacky side here ... Or maybe, just mabe, I could get away with just the small SS badge on the trunk only opposite the LT and leave the larger SS emblems off the sides too. Oh geezzz, now you got me thinking here..Should I, or shouldn't I. The purists out there are surely going to love this one... Hey, Ron, dive in on this also....Too tacky...??!!
Hey all, regardless....I Love my Chevy!!
Frank
At this point in time, I decided to go with the better flow K&N replacement air filter in place of the stock GM air box filter Yes, You can hear the difference when she opens up..!!!
As far as I know, K&N still dosn't have a high flow/ performance air intake system available for the 3.5L Impala.
And, I hear that if you try to install the kit from the SS system on your 3.5L, it will require some very specific modifications in order for it to fit and function. Also, I hear that it also plays havoc with the 3.5L computer... re: air flow measurement. You know, I think I'll just wait awhile for the proper kit to become available. Clark, I really can't say that I have noticed any appreciable performance difference from this filter. I think they (K&N) advertise an increase of 5-10 Hp from this simple filter change. Well...Personally, I'm not too sure !!
Yes...Me too. I'm past my teen years now and I really don't enjoy an overly loud or cheap/bad sounding exhaust system. My goal was to keep it as sweet sounding as the SS that I possibly could, if you know what I mean. The SS has that magical subtle rumble. So, I stayed away from the Flowmasters, Dynomax's, Gibson's, and Thrushes etc. mufflers and went with 2 nice conservative sounding magnaflow mufflers. I guess it's a very personal choice here.. Now, it has a very nice rumble from the back tips...I am very, very pleased with the outcome ......!!
Talk to you soon...
Frank
It's your money and your car but I would say no to the SS emblems. I think your wheels give enough of the intimidation factor. I have seen some Impala LTs in my home town with the SS spoiler and that irked me a little...since it is supposed to be an "SS specific" item. But, both our countries are free and I won't hold it against you either way.
So, when is someone else going to post a picture of their car in here? It doesn't seem fair that I'm the only one.
Later,
Ron
OK...I'm going to hold you to that. Our cop friend reneged on his promise to post pictures of HIS Impala. Sure, it's not biggie, Impalas are common cars but we're all friends here and it's nice to see our little beauties.
So...ummm....Frank...what's the hold up? Where's your pics? You've probably got one of the least common Impalas in this forum.
Later, guys,
Ron
Clark
Fastest but FWD. I'll bet that most pretty much disqualify us for that fact. To be honest, I can't blame them. I'm anxiously awaiting 2009.
Cheers,
Ron
Well, I would just love to....While mine may look somewhat similar to other '06 Black beauties out there, like yours for instance, I must admit, I really love what I have done to my girl so far and how gorgeous it looks ....You won't tell my wife I said that.. will you ..!!
You know Ron, I'm not being snobby here, it's just that I have to get over this silly intimidation thing that I have with COMPUTERS !!!. One day, I need to just take my time and work through some of the twists and turns that Clark is refering to. I'm ok to change a cam shaft or whatever, but, when it comes to computers..Oh boy !!, it's like I'm around Kryptonyte (Spelling ??)....Just ask Superman what he goes through...!!
Thanks for asking though....Just be alittle more patient
with some us scaredy-cats out here, and I will try to surprise you one day..
Frank
Oh boy..!! Well Bryan, I must say, you are not afraid to take a little jab now and then.. :surprise:
Hold on won't you, I think you just opened-up a big can of worms here ....!!
Talk to you later
Frank
You know, I was wondering what the heck you were talking about here... :confuse: GEEEZZZ....I am slightly embarrassed now..!!. Actually, it's more then slighty when all is said and done..
Thanks....
Frank
Trophy winning '61 and a black beauty at that..!!
Wow...I too would love to see her.... :shades:
Careful now, just make sure it's not on the same wrist, that could be even more painfull...
Frank
One thing to keep in mind about the 60's Impala SS is that the majority of them did not have big-block engines, and that only the first and last year were truly performance packages. Most years, an Impala SS could be ordered with a straight six.
The late 60s Impalas had a supple ride, but did not go overboard with it, retaining a feel that you were involved in the driving process.
The early to mid-70s Impalas were the zenith of the "lead sled." The ride was Cadillac smooth, but you felt every ounce of weight, when it came time to turn.
The 80's cars felt much more balanced, but were gutless in the extreme. The early '90s cars retained the same feel as the 80s cars, with the exception of the LTZ, which was the forerunner of the soon-to-be reborn Impala. The LTZ showed what the suspension could do, but the engines were still underpowered.
The impact of the arrival of the LT1 to the B/D-body line is something which is hard to explain. We had been lamenting the lack of power for years, and suddenly we had more than enough, with no loss in fuel economy.
The '96s were the best overall package, capturing the good points of the '60s Impalas, while being the best handling Impalas of all. While 0-60 in 7 seconds and 15 second quarters are nothing big now, back in the mid 90s, it was a major achievement for an affordable family sedan, and quicker than all but the performance package big-block engined 60's Impalas, which were quicker to '60, but roughly the same in the 1/4. The '94-96 Impalas were also faster, with top-ends in the 140-145 range, which no 60's Impala could hope for, while having the hadling to make it comfortable at those speeds.
The latest Impala SSs are far quicker than any that went before, but handle like something out of the 60s. While able to out accelerate and outrun any other stock Impala, it does not have the handling to go along with it. The body integrity and overall "solidness" of the W-Body is impressive though.
I'm looking forward to the next generation, which should restore balance to the Impala.
No one needs an invitation to share. I think my statement left the door open to everyone but if not, let me say it now that I would be interested in seeing everyone's cars.
You've done a remarkable job with your SS. It's evident that you spend a lot of time detailing. While I might have been able to keep up with you twenty years ago, I'm just a little too lazy these days to keep mine THAT clean.
It looks like you may have lowered yours just a bit or maybe it is the new wheels and tires. Can you tell me if the car is lower? It may just be the angle of the pictures but it looks good.
Thanks for sharing!
Ron
Wow! Wow! Wow! Extremely well done...and absolutely gorgeous. I love the colour and what you have done here..!!
Very impressive to say the least ...!!
Now, when you get a minute or two please share with us what exactly you have done to her..i.e exhaust, suspension, brakes, size/make of wheels, SS badging, grill work, engine mods... etc. etc. etc. I Need some/more details...Oh Boy, you really have me excited here..!! I love tastefull mods. Tell me, what technique did you use to get the Impala & SS emblems off the trunk..?? i.e. hair dryer, heat gun etc..or....??
Thanks for coming back and sharing,
Frank
Hey there Bryan, was it you that was considering the GM mud guards just a little while ago.. Well, have a look at these...they look great to me.. very unasuming !
I think everyone got so caught up in other things around here that we forgot to get back to you on this one...At least that is my excuse..!!
Well, I did check under mine...and you know, there's no sign of any little green LED under my dash..??? Personally, I'm not too sure why you have one, other than it could be one of those secret bugs...you know, from one of those little green guys...from you know where !!
Ah....Just a little humour here Bob.
Frank
Corny40--How did you embed those great photos of your car? It looks great. I searched for over a month for a blue Impala with buckets, anti-skid brakes in LT2 or LT3; never could find one in Texas. Actually had a couple dealers tell me that a blue car sits for months before selling and they usually won't get one in unless it's a special order.
Frank--one method of removing emblems is to use monofilament line and gently "saw" your way through the foam and adhesive backing on the emblems. Part will remain on the car, but if you rub gently with a light cooking oil it will loosen the adhesive and come off. Soap and water then removes the oil.
Back to the Army tomorrow. Tough for an old retired Air Force guy.
Clark
You know, "Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery," (LOL) so copy away.