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Old Aug 26, 2008 | 02:20 PM
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This is why GM doesn't spend big money on advertising the SS

http://www.autoblog.com/2008/08/26/g...vailable-2009/


Word of mouth and free digital advertising.
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Old Aug 26, 2008 | 06:15 PM
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How big is the screen on that?
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Old Aug 27, 2008 | 02:46 AM
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So that's what RPD is...yeah aeroforce must be pissed off they just got ****-canned from the new cobalts.

It looks huge as well...daaaaamn.
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Old Aug 27, 2008 | 09:12 AM
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So that's what RPD is...yeah aeroforce must be pissed off they just got ****-canned from the new cobalts.

It looks huge as well...daaaaamn.
It really isn't that bad.



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Old Aug 27, 2008 | 09:18 AM
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the one on the new hhr's are more attractive

Halleen Chevrolet in North Olmsted ohio has 2
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Old Aug 27, 2008 | 09:23 AM
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So now thats your boost gauge?
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Old Aug 27, 2008 | 09:26 AM
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So now thats your boost gauge?
its everything.. but yes its a boost guage too

its basically an interceptor guage

you can still get the normal guage but this is a 295$ upgrade, worth it imo new for 09
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Old Aug 27, 2008 | 09:26 AM
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Now you dont have to spend 200 on a interceptor and 300 on a wideband . This does it all.
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Old Aug 27, 2008 | 09:44 AM
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Are U Able To Change The Display Or Fonts On It?
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Old Aug 27, 2008 | 09:54 AM
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Originally Posted by mperez
Are U Able To Change The Display Or Fonts On It?
http://www.flickr.com/photos/gmtuner...24276232/show/
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Old Aug 27, 2008 | 10:02 AM
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Now you dont have to spend 200 on a interceptor and 300 on a wideband . This does it all.
of course this car has a stock WBo2, so all you need is the interceptor to read it.. I have the dual interceptor setup in my 08 (first 08 cobalt to get one!)

As pretty as the RPD is, Im not sure I would want one in my car. There is something to be said for normal sized gauges, and a screen that looks JUST like a GPS makes a perfect target for smash and grab.
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Old Aug 27, 2008 | 10:05 AM
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I think it looks pretty cool! Now my newb question of the day....can this work with the S/C SS from '07 and earlier??
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Old Aug 27, 2008 | 10:08 AM
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can this be installed on an SS/SC? i don't know if it's been discussed?

haha double beat me too it.

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Old Aug 27, 2008 | 10:10 AM
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can this be installed on an SS/SC? i don't know if it's been discussed?

haha double beat me too it.
i would like to know this as well
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Old Aug 27, 2008 | 10:18 AM
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yeah I have an 07 SS/SC and I WANT ONE OF THOSE!
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Old Aug 27, 2008 | 10:24 AM
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This will NOT work on the SS/SC.

Originally Posted by IsItFast?
of course this car has a stock WBo2, so all you need is the interceptor to read it.. I have the dual interceptor setup in my 08 (first 08 cobalt to get one!)

As pretty as the RPD is, Im not sure I would want one in my car. There is something to be said for normal sized gauges, and a screen that looks JUST like a GPS makes a perfect target for smash and grab.
Damn you! I had thought of that scenario, but o well...too late now.

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Old Aug 27, 2008 | 10:28 AM
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why wouldnt they advertise this?
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Old Aug 27, 2008 | 10:33 AM
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Originally Posted by Rodimus_Prime
why wouldnt they advertise this?

It was from another thread. People were wondering why they weren't seeing traditional broadcast TV commercials for this car...


I'm not saying they don't advertise it, trust me I know first hand about this stuff, but they won't spend the same money they would on the new Traverse launch for the Cobalt SS refresh.
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Old Aug 27, 2008 | 11:49 AM
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Originally Posted by omgshesaboy
the one on the new hhr's are more attractive

Halleen Chevrolet in North Olmsted ohio has 2
pics?
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Old Aug 27, 2008 | 11:53 AM
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i don't like it
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Old Aug 27, 2008 | 12:19 PM
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i don't like it
X2, it looks kind of tacky and out of place. Kinda reminds of a satallite radio screen!! LOL
Neat concept though GM should have made it flow better with the interior.
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Old Aug 27, 2008 | 12:22 PM
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I still want to know if I don't get this option, can I add it later? Is the just a plug & play?
thanks
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Old Aug 27, 2008 | 12:30 PM
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Originally Posted by BostonBoy
I still want to know if I don't get this option, can I add it later? Is the just a plug & play?
thanks
id think not, im sure there are a few wires that need to be run
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Old Aug 27, 2008 | 12:37 PM
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I think its neat but... I think that it also has a big STEAL ME! sticker printed on it.
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Old Aug 27, 2008 | 12:39 PM
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id think not, im sure there are a few wires that need to be run
I think where it plugs to in the dash, it is still there. I don't think gm is making diff. wiring harness just for this. I know the piller plastic is diff. just wonder if where this plugs to is on every SS/TC w/ or w/o the RPD display.

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I think its neat but... I think that it also has a big STEAL ME! sticker printed on it.
Can this be removed easy too? If yes hide this in the shady spots

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