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brucedd · 08-03-2012, 12:54 PM

My original dashboard emblem was peeling at the edges a little bit so they ordered me a replacement.

I was surprised when they told me it was not just a sticker but the whole dash panel that they replaced.

When I got in the car I saw why, the new panel has the emblem integrated into the panel and is no longer a stick on emblem that will peel. It is SO much nicer.

If you are having the issue with the dash emblem and don't mind a replacement that is not "original" contact your dealer and have them make this swap for you under warranty.

They wont let you keep the old panel as they need to return it for the warranty claim (at least that is what I was told).

I will post pics later.

THR ZL1 #1 · 08-03-2012, 02:49 PM

Part number?

brucedd · 08-03-2012, 03:50 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by THR ZL1 #1

Part number?

Attached is the pic of th einvoice with the part number they listed...

REMOVED DUE TO ASSHOLE COMMENTS - ASK GRIMACE FOR THE PART NUMBER

brucedd · 08-03-2012, 03:53 PM

here are a few pics of the new dash panel with ZL1 emblem:

sspddmn · 08-03-2012, 07:05 PM

I cant really make it out but is it a sticker now integrated into the panel or is it plaque integrated into the panel?

CanadianZL1#992 · 08-03-2012, 09:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by brucedd

My original dashboard emblem was peeling at the edges a little bit so they ordered me a replacement.

I was surprised when they told me it was not just a sticker but the whole dash panel that they replaced.

When I got in the car I saw why, the new panel has the emblem integrated into the panel and is no longer a stick on emblem that will peel. It is SO much nicer.

If you are having the issue with the dash emblem and don't mind a replacement that is not "original" contact your dealer and have them make this swap for you under warranty.

They wont let you keep the old panel as they need to return it for the warranty claim (at least that is what I was told).

I will post pics later.

Just wondering what # your car is because my car came with the dash panel with the emblem like you have pictured, if you run your finger over the emblem you can't feel edges.

alex33x · 08-03-2012, 11:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CanadianZL1#992

Just wondering what # your car is because my car came with the dash panel with the emblem like you have pictured, if you run your finger over the emblem you can't feel edges.

Mine is the same way, after reading about them peeling off on the forums I checked mine. But I can't feel the edges.

ZEDL1 · 08-04-2012, 11:40 PM

Maybe a 13 dash change that was given to him instead of the 12? Those with MY13's may help us understand.

OldScoolCamaro · 08-05-2012, 12:10 AM

Without reading the thread, they could have done without it. It's just a decal. There are enough reminders on the car already.

brucedd · 08-05-2012, 03:50 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CanadianZL1#992

Just wondering what # your car is because my car came with the dash panel with the emblem like you have pictured, if you run your finger over the emblem you can't feel edges.

My car is a 2012 and # 683 (like in my sig line

)

The new panel has the emblem integrated into it, it is not a sticker or a badge. It is smooth. I know the pictures are not great, sorry for that. But I like having the ZL1 there on the dash. If you like the logo and have the earlier peeling stickers, I suggest ordering this. Of course it is a matter of preference and possibly for some, maintaining all original parts.

To each their own, just thought I would make you aware, as I thought it was a quality improvement and I like it much better.

best-
Bruce

SSeemego · 08-05-2012, 06:55 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by brucedd

My car is a 2012 and # 683 (like in my sig line

)

The new panel has the emblem integrated into it, it is not a sticker or a badge. It is smooth. I know the pictures are not great, sorry for that. But I like having the ZL1 there on the dash. If you like the logo and have the earlier peeling stickers, I suggest ordering this. Of course it is a matter of preference and possibly for some, maintaining all original parts.

To each their own, just thought I would make you aware, as I thought it was a quality improvement and I like it much better.

best-
Bruce

Bruce,
A free upgrade, cool. Now I have to get up enough courage to take my car to the dealer for the first warranty repair

Thanks for the heads up Bruce.

Gary

2012 ZL1#1658 · 08-05-2012, 05:44 PM

I'm glad that you posted that because I am having the same issue. Didn't contact the dealer yet because I thought they would just try to glue it back on. I'm going to call them tomorrow.

brucedd · 08-06-2012, 07:50 PM

Glad I could help a few of you...any questions, you can always send me a private message.

Bruce

PNYSLAR · 08-06-2012, 07:56 PM

I have to replace mine also due to the letters catching the rag while I cleaned it. The "1" and the L both broke and like it was said earlier they only come on the trim part $158.00

qniknam · 08-07-2012, 01:09 PM

mine wiped off entirely, with a microfiber rag... and the pic you posted is the same as the one mine had its a sticker.

2012 ZL1#1658 · 08-07-2012, 01:27 PM

I brought my car to the dealer with a copy of the invoice from brucedd. The service guy was really cool and ordered the part for me. Now we play the waiting game. :emoticon7:

DRTH VDR · 08-07-2012, 06:58 PM

Mine used to say "ZL 1" now it says "_L 1"

Off to my bowtie dealer for a replacement panel tomorrow. Thanks for the heads up brucedd.

Cheers - Boyd
Major USAF
Retired

zogster · 08-07-2012, 07:02 PM

It amazes me that the emblem peeling off was never caught in testing. Just crazy. At least there is a nice fix for it.

2012 ZL1#1658 · 08-08-2012, 09:52 AM

It sliced my hand open pretty good when I was just wiping it down with a microfiber towel.

brucedd · 08-08-2012, 05:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by qniknam

mine wiped off entirely, with a microfiber rag... and the pic you posted is the same as the one mine had its a sticker.

The ones in my posted pics in this thread are absolutely NOT stickers. The ones on the dash panel they removed were stickers.

I suppose the point is they look the same, but the emblem is integrated and smooth.

Bruce

Chevrolet Customer Svc · 08-09-2012, 09:14 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 2012 ZL1#1658

I brought my car to the dealer with a copy of the invoice from brucedd. The service guy was really cool and ordered the part for me. Now we play the waiting game. :emoticon7:

It is great your dealership was able to order this for you and take great care of you! Please let us know how the whole process goes!

Brandon
Chevrolet Customer Service

brucedd · 08-10-2012, 06:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Chevrolet Customer Svc

It is great your dealership was able to order this for you and take great care of you! Please let us know how the whole process goes!

Brandon
Chevrolet Customer Service

I hope he has as good an experience as I did. I love the new panel, and honestly, was a little embarrased of the first one, as the stickers were really quite cheezy. Kudos to Chevy for making this quality improvement upgrade available!

(Now for the Dealer Service Stage II mods w/Warranty please!)

2012 ZL1#1658 · 08-10-2012, 07:08 PM

I'm going in Monday for my fix. Hopefully it turns out just as good.

2012 ZL1#1658 · 08-14-2012, 08:39 AM

Got my dashboard emblem fixed. It is definitely a lot nicer than the old one. The emblem is embedded into the dash. The one thing that irks me a bit is that I checked my mileage when I dropped the car off (341) and when I picked up my car it had (345). I don't know if I'm too happy about that.

DRTH VDR · 08-16-2012, 02:30 PM

Picked my ZL 1 up today after the dealer replaced the dash trim piece. They used the PN shown earlier in this thread to order the part and wonder of wonders, they got the replacement and it's exactly like the old part with a D*mn cheap decal. No doubt the decal will peel just like the original. A minor item, but I was hoping for the new part. Second gripe, my car came back with 4 miles added to it and I'm pissed about that since I specifically told the service manger not to let this happen.

Cheers - Boyd

08-03-2012, 03:53 PM	#4
brucedd Account Suspended Drives: xxx Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: xxx Posts: 389	here are a few pics of the new dash panel with ZL1 emblem: Attached Images

08-03-2012, 07:05 PM	#5
sspddmn Drives: 2013 ZL1 / 1991 Z28 Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Currently, Bay Area California but Honolulu, Hawaii is always home. Posts: 382	I cant really make it out but is it a sticker now integrated into the panel or is it plaque integrated into the panel? __________________ 2002 Camaro SS (sold) / 1991 Camaro Z28 / 2013 ZL1 VIN# 149 Status: DELIVERED

08-05-2012, 05:44 PM	#12
2012 ZL1#1658 Drives: 2012 Camaro ZL1 #1658 Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Pennsauken, NJ Posts: 440	I'm glad that you posted that because I am having the same issue. Didn't contact the dealer yet because I thought they would just try to glue it back on. I'm going to call them tomorrow. __________________ 2012 ZL1 (BLACK on BLACK) Roto-Fab CAI RX Catch Can 3M Paint Protection 2011 1SS/RS (BLACK on BLACK) <SOLD>

08-06-2012, 07:56 PM	#14
PNYSLAR Summit White 2012 ZL1 M6 Drives: 2010 BLACK 2SS/RS M6 Delvd 8/24/9 Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Elkmont, Alabama Posts: 396	I have to replace mine also due to the letters catching the rag while I cleaned it. The "1" and the L both broke and like it was said earlier they only come on the trim part $158.00 __________________ 2012 Summit White ZL1 Manual 6sp Blk 10 spoke, "Thanks Champion Chevrolet" delivered 6/9/2012 #1588

08-07-2012, 01:09 PM	#15
qniknam Member Drives: 2012 Camaro ZL1 \| 2012 Charger SRT8 Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Livermore, CA Posts: 86	mine wiped off entirely, with a microfiber rag... and the pic you posted is the same as the one mine had its a sticker. __________________

08-03-2012, 12:54 PM	#1
brucedd Account Suspended Drives: xxx Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: xxx Posts: 389	2012 ZL1 Dashboard Emblem My original dashboard emblem was peeling at the edges a little bit so they ordered me a replacement. I was surprised when they told me it was not just a sticker but the whole dash panel that they replaced. When I got in the car I saw why, the new panel has the emblem integrated into the panel and is no longer a stick on emblem that will peel. It is SO much nicer. If you are having the issue with the dash emblem and don't mind a replacement that is not "original" contact your dealer and have them make this swap for you under warranty. They wont let you keep the old panel as they need to return it for the warranty claim (at least that is what I was told). I will post pics later.

08-03-2012, 02:49 PM	#2
THR ZL1 #1 Perma Grinning Drives: 2012 Tom Henry Racing ZL1 Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Schaumburg, IL Posts: 322	Part number?

08-04-2012, 11:40 PM	#8
ZEDL1 Drives: 1976 Camaro, 2013 ZL1 Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Toronto, Canada Posts: 211	Maybe a 13 dash change that was given to him instead of the 12? Those with MY13's may help us understand.

08-05-2012, 12:10 AM	#9
OldScoolCamaro ZL1 177 Pilot Drives: 2012 ZL1, 1973 Z-28 Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: In the WAYBAC machine somewhere in Jersey Posts: 3,438	Without reading the thread, they could have done without it. It's just a decal. There are enough reminders on the car already. __________________ In Scott We Trust...all others must show proof.

08-06-2012, 07:50 PM	#13
brucedd Account Suspended Drives: xxx Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: xxx Posts: 389	Glad I could help a few of you...any questions, you can always send me a private message. Bruce

08-07-2012, 01:27 PM	#16
2012 ZL1#1658 Drives: 2012 Camaro ZL1 #1658 Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Pennsauken, NJ Posts: 440	I brought my car to the dealer with a copy of the invoice from brucedd. The service guy was really cool and ordered the part for me. Now we play the waiting game. :emoticon7: __________________ 2012 ZL1 (BLACK on BLACK) Roto-Fab CAI RX Catch Can 3M Paint Protection 2011 1SS/RS (BLACK on BLACK) <SOLD> Last edited by 2012 ZL1#1658; 08-07-2012 at 02:10 PM.

08-07-2012, 06:58 PM	#17
DRTH VDR Drives: 2012 triple black ZL-1 #799 Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Ocean Springs, MS Posts: 141	Mine used to say "ZL 1" now it says "_L 1" Off to my bowtie dealer for a replacement panel tomorrow. Thanks for the heads up brucedd. Cheers - Boyd Major USAF Retired

08-07-2012, 07:02 PM	#18
zogster Drives: 2011 Camaro 2LT Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: IL Posts: 475	It amazes me that the emblem peeling off was never caught in testing. Just crazy. At least there is a nice fix for it.

08-08-2012, 09:52 AM	#19
2012 ZL1#1658 Drives: 2012 Camaro ZL1 #1658 Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Pennsauken, NJ Posts: 440	It sliced my hand open pretty good when I was just wiping it down with a microfiber towel. __________________ 2012 ZL1 (BLACK on BLACK) Roto-Fab CAI RX Catch Can 3M Paint Protection 2011 1SS/RS (BLACK on BLACK) <SOLD>

08-10-2012, 07:08 PM	#23
2012 ZL1#1658 Drives: 2012 Camaro ZL1 #1658 Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Pennsauken, NJ Posts: 440	I'm going in Monday for my fix. Hopefully it turns out just as good. __________________ 2012 ZL1 (BLACK on BLACK) Roto-Fab CAI RX Catch Can 3M Paint Protection 2011 1SS/RS (BLACK on BLACK) <SOLD>

08-14-2012, 08:39 AM	#24
2012 ZL1#1658 Drives: 2012 Camaro ZL1 #1658 Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Pennsauken, NJ Posts: 440	Got my dashboard emblem fixed. It is definitely a lot nicer than the old one. The emblem is embedded into the dash. The one thing that irks me a bit is that I checked my mileage when I dropped the car off (341) and when I picked up my car it had (345). I don't know if I'm too happy about that. __________________ 2012 ZL1 (BLACK on BLACK) Roto-Fab CAI RX Catch Can 3M Paint Protection 2011 1SS/RS (BLACK on BLACK) <SOLD>

08-16-2012, 02:30 PM	#25
DRTH VDR Drives: 2012 triple black ZL-1 #799 Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Ocean Springs, MS Posts: 141	Picked my ZL 1 up today after the dealer replaced the dash trim piece. They used the PN shown earlier in this thread to order the part and wonder of wonders, they got the replacement and it's exactly like the old part with a D*mn cheap decal. No doubt the decal will peel just like the original. A minor item, but I was hoping for the new part. Second gripe, my car came back with 4 miles added to it and I'm pissed about that since I specifically told the service manger not to let this happen. Cheers - Boyd