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nitto85 · 08-11-2013, 04:13 PM

How much do the ZL1 Springs lower the SS?
How is the ride after the spring swap?

Orange Crush 1LE · 08-11-2013, 04:53 PM

ZL1 springs to lower the car? I would think it wouldn't work out. When I bought my 1LE, the dealer had two ZL1's right next to my 1LE, and the 1LE was lower. I'm positive about that, especially in the front.

Plus, the SS is lighter than the ZL1, so it likely will raise it up. Why are you thinking about ZL1 springs? May want to consider Pedders or one of the other aftermarket options instead.

nak3dsnake · 08-11-2013, 06:19 PM

If the ZL1s were sitting higher than the 1LE then the spring spacers were left in.

If the car drives off the lot with those on it could cause some damage. It does lower the car because the spring is actually shorter than that of the SS, but its the exact same spring rate in front and variable in back. But the ZL1 makes up for a softer spring rate with mag ride.

Orange Crush 1LE · 08-11-2013, 06:32 PM

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Originally Posted by nak3dsnake

If the ZL1s were sitting higher than the 1LE then the spring spaces were left in.

If the car drives off the lot with those on it could cause some damage. It does lower the car because the spring is actually shorter than that of the SS, but its the exact same spring rate in front and variable in back. But the ZL1 makes up for a softer spring rate with mag ride.

No kidding? You mean the dealership messed up on dealer prep, and there were spacers that they were supposed to remove? Double-

nak3dsnake · 08-11-2013, 06:42 PM

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Originally Posted by Orange Crush 1LE

No kidding? You mean the dealership messed up on dealer prep, and there were spacers that they were supposed to remove? Double-

Yeah, to make it easier to load and unload from the haulers and prevent damage they put plastic spacers on the front springs to raise the car up. Spacers that are supposed to be removed. Someone failed hard when they prepped those cars.

Orange Crush 1LE · 08-11-2013, 06:55 PM

Well in that case, I would still be concerned with the ZL1 springs on an SS, as a lighter car will not have the same ride height as the heavier ZL1. Perhaps someone has already fitted ZL1 springs to an SS that can comment on ride height.

ZL1-V · 08-12-2013, 12:39 AM

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Originally Posted by Orange Crush 1LE

Well in that case, I would still be concerned with the ZL1 springs on an SS, as a lighter car will not have the same ride height as the heavier ZL1. Perhaps someone has already fitted ZL1 springs to an SS that can comment on ride height.

How much lighter is the SS compared to the ZL1? I don't believe it's a huge difference?

Orange Crush 1LE · 08-12-2013, 12:47 AM

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Originally Posted by ZL1-V

How much lighter is the SS compared to the ZL1? I don't believe it's a huge difference?

On the order of 250-300 pounds, at least based on early estimates. In production trim, I'm not sure.

nitto85 · 08-12-2013, 03:54 PM

Bump, anyone or shops done this spring swap?

08-11-2013, 04:13 PM	#1
nitto85 Caffeine Injected Drives: 13 Ram - 05 Widebody 1050rwhp Vette Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Woodstock, Ga Posts: 1,033	SS Owners, how much did the ZL1 Springs Lower Your Car? How much do the ZL1 Springs lower the SS? How is the ride after the spring swap?

08-11-2013, 04:53 PM	#2
Orange Crush 1LE Drives: 2022 SS 1LE Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: San Jose, CA Posts: 1,086	ZL1 springs to lower the car? I would think it wouldn't work out. When I bought my 1LE, the dealer had two ZL1's right next to my 1LE, and the 1LE was lower. I'm positive about that, especially in the front. Plus, the SS is lighter than the ZL1, so it likely will raise it up. Why are you thinking about ZL1 springs? May want to consider Pedders or one of the other aftermarket options instead. __________________ Sold but not forgotten! Pedders Supercar Coilovers, 32mm rear sway bar,bushings; APR wing and splitter Forged 416 road course stroker. 514 RWHP, 497 RW Ft-Lb 1 Camaro, 75 Vipers: http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=393697 Buttonwillow Raceway: http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=389086

08-11-2013, 06:19 PM	#3
nak3dsnake Drives: 2010 Camaro IBM 2LT/RS M6 Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Columbus, OH Posts: 2,282 View My Garage	If the ZL1s were sitting higher than the 1LE then the spring spacers were left in. If the car drives off the lot with those on it could cause some damage. It does lower the car because the spring is actually shorter than that of the SS, but its the exact same spring rate in front and variable in back. But the ZL1 makes up for a softer spring rate with mag ride. __________________ Looks: AAC P13W DRLs, Heritage Grille, RS Embroidered Headrests, GM Door Sill Plates, GM Premium Floor Mats, Body Color Engine Cover, LLT Mobile 1 Oil Cap, ZL1 Sport Pedals, 3M Clear Bra. Performance: Vararam Ram Air Intake, Hurst Short Throw Shifter w/ Hurst Hard Drive Pistol Grip, IDEALG Clutch Master Cylinder, RX Catch can, GTO clutch fluid reservoir, Brembo Brakes, 1LE Track Pack, GMPP Exhaust Upgrade. Last edited by nak3dsnake; 08-11-2013 at 06:40 PM.

08-11-2013, 06:55 PM	#6
Orange Crush 1LE Drives: 2022 SS 1LE Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: San Jose, CA Posts: 1,086	Well in that case, I would still be concerned with the ZL1 springs on an SS, as a lighter car will not have the same ride height as the heavier ZL1. Perhaps someone has already fitted ZL1 springs to an SS that can comment on ride height. __________________ Sold but not forgotten! Pedders Supercar Coilovers, 32mm rear sway bar,bushings; APR wing and splitter Forged 416 road course stroker. 514 RWHP, 497 RW Ft-Lb 1 Camaro, 75 Vipers: http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=393697 Buttonwillow Raceway: http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=389086

08-12-2013, 03:54 PM	#9
nitto85 Caffeine Injected Drives: 13 Ram - 05 Widebody 1050rwhp Vette Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Woodstock, Ga Posts: 1,033	Bump, anyone or shops done this spring swap?