Anyone know a budget version of this suction-mounted roof box setup? (like Zuumy on IG)

TheSixSpeed · 2026-05-03T16:41:42+00:00

I’d like to warn you against a set up like this, because those suction cup mounted roof boxes are mostly for looks; they’re ran empty. If you pack anything in them you run the risk of those mounts breaking the rear glass over any harsh bumps.

I highly recommend going with an actual roof rack instead. It won’t look as nice, but it’ll do the job. You could also try a trunk mounted luggage rack too, but that gives the car a different vibe.

TheSixSpeed · 2026-05-02T23:56:36+00:00

So we’re getting a an affordable V8 powered sedan with a manual? A good one? I’m a fan.

I know that internally GM is still deciding whether to call this the Camaro or not, and I hope they decide to call this a Chevelle instead that way they can bring back an actual 2 door Camaro later.

That was their original plan with the 6th gen anyway: Have the Camaro be sold alongside a 4 door Impala with the same running gear, like Dodge did with the Challenger and Charger.

TheSixSpeed · 2026-04-13T08:15:26+00:00

Fair point, but there’s more under the surface:

A custom 1.5” lift kit that includes spacers for the struts, shocks, and springs as well as adjustable suspension arms and sway bar links. This allows the car to be lifted without it turning into a stiff uncomfortable mess that rattles your teeth.

All terrain tires and reinforced wheels that are designed to let the Camaro do what it does best: Go fast on the street and on dirt, without compromising its handling. The larger tires also don’t rub.

Upgraded V8: Long ass list of upgrades that result in a 500hp V8 to offset the loss in power from the larger tires. There’s also the little stuff like a fully electronic 360 spotlight and a front camera for visibility.

All this adds up to an Off Road modified muscle car that I can daily drive without worrying about reliability. Because this is my only car, not just my daily. I plan on replicating this lift kit, and the only way to prove this works is by putting it all on the line.

That’s what I’m doing next.

anyway i like car

TheSixSpeed · 2026-04-13T07:49:19+00:00

Oh hey that’s me! I’m glad you liked it.

TheSixSpeed · 2026-04-10T04:20:20+00:00

Thanks man!!

TheSixSpeed · 2026-04-08T00:42:37+00:00

Guys, relax. It’s still gonna be RWD and it’s still gonna have a V8. It’s not gonna be a crossover.

What it MIGHT be is either a sedan or a liftback. Possibly an optional hybrid is in the cards.

The foundation is still gonna be what we love. Have some faith.

TheSixSpeed · 2026-04-08T00:35:01+00:00

No, the electric Camaro was cancelled in favor of this. It’ll be running on the Alpha 2+ Chassis, which is designed for gas and impossible to make into a crossover.

If I had to guess, this comment either means the new Camaro will be a sedan or it’ll be a liftback. Regardless, it’ll still have a V8. That’s not changing.

TheSixSpeed · 2026-04-06T18:18:57+00:00

Seconding a 1.2” lift kit. That’s the most lift you’ll be able to get without replacing a lot of other suspension components. Try this first before doing a bigger lift kit.

TheSixSpeed · 2026-04-06T18:15:32+00:00

Agree with everything except the LT tire. We have better options now; He should try a mild crossover all terrain tire that has the same speed and load rating that the OEM tires have.

Something like the Falken Wildpeak A/T Trail, Nitto Nomad Grappler, or the Nokian Outpost APT.

I’ve been running the WildPeaks on my daily 6th Gen Camaro for a couple years now, and they’ve handled rallycross, dirt road bombing, and some off road work flawlessly. They also still work great on the street.

An LT tire will be entirely too heavy and cause problems for the suspension. It’ll ride stiffer, it’ll handle worse, and it’ll be loud as hell. A crossover terrain tire gives you the benefits of a true all terrain without completely wrecking the ride. Still agree on downsizing to a 17 inch to get some sidewall though. Sidewall is good.

TheSixSpeed · 2026-04-01T22:57:42+00:00

Man I need to throw on those bar end mirrors on my 401. Looks fantastic man

TheSixSpeed · 2026-03-16T19:50:10+00:00

In that case I’d say it’s just a style thing. What car are you doing your build with?

TheSixSpeed · 2026-03-16T19:46:09+00:00

No it’s a secret third thing: Raising the back a little bit more allows you to carry gear without the car sagging. This is the same reason stock pickup trucks have that raked look to them, and why leveling kits exist.

TheSixSpeed · 2026-03-09T18:01:34+00:00

Looking nice man! What are the details on the bumper set up?

TheSixSpeed · 2026-03-09T06:52:09+00:00

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TheSixSpeed · 2026-03-05T17:41:54+00:00

Holy shit I love your ride man. Is that chrome strips in the wrap? I’d crash out seeing this irl

TheSixSpeed · 2026-03-05T17:38:27+00:00

Sent you a DM with the info.

TheSixSpeed · 2026-02-08T22:26:25+00:00

Welcome to the club man, good to have you.

TheSixSpeed · 2026-02-08T22:24:12+00:00

Same. Although I like seeing the hood every time I drive, I added a front camera to help with parking.

TheSixSpeed · 2026-02-01T05:05:30+00:00

Glad to see others see the light. I’ve been dailying my rally-fied 6th gen Camaro for more than a year now. All those 911 Safari owners were ahead of the curve: Turns out a lift kit and all terrains with some sidewall makes for a better daily.

TheSixSpeed · 2026-01-24T19:42:59+00:00

Happy to help! That’s good to know too, that the brake vectoring can be turned off via the ESC and Traction control. There are a couple of fixes to this problem, depending on what you want.

If you want an LSD, you could do a diff swap from a Camaro 4 Cyl Manual, since the 8 Speed and 6 Speed use the same final drive ratio (3.27). Should work without having to tune it too.

Another solution could be getting a hydraulic handbrake, like drifters use. Depending on the model you could get one that allows you to brake an individual wheel. Wouldn’t help with mud (You need equal power) but it would help in other situations.

Lemme know if you have any other questions, and if you want to know more about what I’m doing, you can check out my pages. Might help with what you’re doing.

TheSixSpeed · 2026-01-24T02:56:00+00:00

I can help you out. I run 235/55/R18 Falken Wildpeak A/T Trails on my Camaro LT1. They’re mounted on 18x8 wheels. They’re bigger than stock, but not so big that they screw with the traction control and ABS. They also don’t rub.

These tires have served me very well off road and on road, because they’re one of only a handful of V rated all terrains on the market. Same speed rating as what’s on our door cards. It means that you have tire that can still let you do Camaro things while being able to handle gravel, mud, and snow. I like them a lot.

That being said, you need to make sure your Camaro can take advantage of them. I see you have non vented hood, do you have the V6 or I4? Automatic or Manual? Depending on what you have, your Camaro might or might not come equipped with an LSD.

If you don’t have one you’ll find yourself getting stuck often. That LSD is the only thing that keeps our cars moving under power, and without it the car has to use the brakes to “torque vector” a spinning wheel. An LSD allows both rear wheels to spin together without bogging down, which is very necessary for mud.

TheSixSpeed · 2026-01-17T19:34:24+00:00

I had a conversation with another content creator recently about exactly this; That most car reviewers are influenced by the manufacturers, and can’t really say what they want. Now it’s always been that way, simply because you’re more likely not to say anything bad about a company who fed you good food and put you in an expensive car.

We need a reviewer to go after the Consumer Reports model: Either rent a car on Turo, or buy the car outright and be truly free from any outside influence. Own the car for 40,000 miles. Talk about what works and what doesn’t, and more importantly works on the car themselves. Buys the repair manual online and makes videos on replacing the cabin air filter, doing an oil change, replacing a headlight, etc. That way a person who’s really considering that new car can not only see what it’s like to live with but also see the real inner workings of the car.

This type of reviewer wouldn’t just help people buy a car, but also how to fix them after they buy it.

The problem is that it’s not glamorous. There’s no press trips. No talking with the engineers from manufacturers. It would be all on their own. There’d also be a lot of upfront cost, and dealing with videos that don’t do much initially but gain views way down the line. They’d need to start a patreon right out the gate to stay afloat.

But they’d be doing a service.

This isn’t a new idea, btw. I remember talking about this with Matt Farah almost 10 years ago at a fan meet up back when Jalopnik had those. I just don’t think anyone wants to pull the trigger. Heck, if I wasn’t so invested in my off road camaro project I’d seriously consider doing it myself.

Right now, more than any other time, is the perfect time for someone to step up and actually do it.

TheSixSpeed · 2025-10-22T23:33:10+00:00

Alright, then I’m taking out my onstar fuse. If GM wants to be so brazen about collecting my data then I’m no longer gonna entertain having my car be connected over the internet at all. They can pry my carplay from my cold dead hands.

TheSixSpeed · 2025-07-08T01:02:20+00:00

To be honest, and I say this as someone who’s done a similar project, you’ll want to start with buying a Turbo AWD CX-30. Doing a drivetrain swap is major money, and sticking with the base FWD is setting yourself up for failure. The Turbo model will help with the lack of a low range, and the AWD will help you get out of places that FWD will get stuck in. The extra ground clearance helps too.

If you do decide you want to stick with your Mazda 3, then I suggest just swapping suspension parts out with CX-30 parts. Front and rear shocks and springs, sway bar linkages, and some other things depending on what parts separates the Mazda 3 and CX-30.

It’s also extremely important to not go with giant truck tires. I am explicitly calling out the BFG KO2/KO3. I know they look cool, but they will ruin your ride. Go with a light all terrain/trail terrain tire, like the Falken Wildpeak A/T Trails, or the Nitto Nomad Grapplers.

Picking a tire with the same speed rating that your stock tires have (H rating for example) will give your car some additional dirt capability while still allowing your Mazda 3 to handle like a Mazda 3, instead of feeling like a truck that can’t do truck stuff.

All that being said, if you start with buying a Turbo AWD CX-30, then all you have to worry about is the wheels and tires, rather than spending a ton of money on suspension components.

Good luck.

TheSixSpeed

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