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Lethal Z · 07-22-2013, 01:22 PM

Just wanted to share this piece of advise for new ZL1 owners regarding your rocker panels behind the doors and paint protection/film.....

Do it!!

My 13 ZL1 only has 800 miles on the odo and she is already peppered with rock chips where the side "fins" are located behind the door. I wish I would have thrown some protective film on there when I has a chance!

Oh well, Doctor colorchip for me....but hopes this helps someone else...

G Money · 07-22-2013, 01:51 PM

Sorry about the peppered gills there is a member on the forum that sells front splash guards that I just put on last week and they look great ! His call sign is Oneslow. Very easy install.

MichaelH · 07-22-2013, 02:17 PM

Yes it's ********** I actually just received mine today putting them on when I get home

ZL1Reaper · 07-22-2013, 02:32 PM

I bought a couple pieces of Xpel film from their website and installed them myself. Super easy and well worth the time. I just watched a few videos on YouTube to learn the materials and technique. Highly recommended.

2012-1822 · 07-22-2013, 04:55 PM

Yeah it's too late for me too, why I also preach to new owners

Smittty · 07-22-2013, 05:42 PM

Good Advice. That was the first mod I did to my car. I did the paint protection and put the rock guards on also.

strych9 · 07-22-2013, 05:45 PM

So, I know that the SS has a little bit of this issue as well. Do the tires sit out a little further on the ZL1?

DrkPhx · 07-22-2013, 08:54 PM

Same thing happened to mine. I did have the Expel clear film installed on the front bumper and side mirrors. This car attracts bugs like no other I've owned including my TB SS.

aggieguy13 · 07-22-2013, 08:58 PM

slightly peppered 1LE =/

aggieguy13 · 07-22-2013, 08:58 PM

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Originally Posted by strych9

So, I know that the SS has a little bit of this issue as well. Do the tires sit out a little further on the ZL1?

yes. and instead of a treaded pattern throughout, so the rocks would carry and hit the wheel well, the outside of the Supercar g-2 on the 1le and zl1 is basically flat, so it just throws them straight back.

midnighter · 07-22-2013, 09:03 PM

Also too late for my 2010 SS with only 5,292 miles...

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aggieguy13 · 07-22-2013, 09:05 PM

mine arnt that bad. just noticed a small few.

MichiganSRT · 07-22-2013, 09:06 PM

paint correction and PPF (Paint Protection Film) at proper detailer/installer. Best first mods you will ever do after picking up your new beloved ride. But better late than never!

07-22-2013, 01:22 PM	#1
Lethal Z American Gearhead!! Drives: ZL1 1LE/GT350/Ford RS/Gen 2 Raptor Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Merica Posts: 433	It's too late for me, but maybe not for you... Just wanted to share this piece of advise for new ZL1 owners regarding your rocker panels behind the doors and paint protection/film..... Do it!! My 13 ZL1 only has 800 miles on the odo and she is already peppered with rock chips where the side "fins" are located behind the door. I wish I would have thrown some protective film on there when I has a chance! Oh well, Doctor colorchip for me....but hopes this helps someone else...

07-22-2013, 02:17 PM	#3
MichaelH SOCAL HT5 Drives: 2013 BRM ZL1 M6 Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: NE Ohio Posts: 1,495 View My Garage	Yes it's ********** I actually just received mine today putting them on when I get home __________________ 2013 ZL1 M6 - Mods-in the works Old vehicles 2010 CGM Camaro (sold) Other Vehicles: 2008 Kawasaki ZX6R-115 RWHP in mid summer 2006 Chevy Trailblazer SS- For Sale; Lots of extras

07-22-2013, 04:55 PM	#5
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07-22-2013, 05:45 PM	#7
strych9 I'll be back... Drives: Subaru, HD Road Glide Special Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Omaha, NE Posts: 3,036 View My Garage	So, I know that the SS has a little bit of this issue as well. Do the tires sit out a little further on the ZL1? __________________ Bye bye, Bumblebee! --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Build Journal My Garage GoPro Mic Hack

07-22-2013, 08:58 PM	#9
aggieguy13 Drives: 2013 SS/RS VR 1LE Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: MCKINNEY,TX Posts: 1,278 View My Garage	slightly peppered 1LE =/ __________________ 2013 SS/RS 1LE VR-Backup System, SOLO Perforsance HF Cats, Muffler Delete, BBK Off-road X-pipe 2002 35th Aniversary SLP SS-Sold

07-22-2013, 01:51 PM	#2
G Money Drives: 2013 ZL1, 2016 Denali HD Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Greensboro Ga. Posts: 540	Sorry about the peppered gills there is a member on the forum that sells front splash guards that I just put on last week and they look great ! His call sign is Oneslow. Very easy install.

07-22-2013, 02:32 PM	#4
ZL1Reaper Drives: '13 Silver Ice Metallic ZL1 Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Carlsbad, CA Posts: 325	I bought a couple pieces of Xpel film from their website and installed them myself. Super easy and well worth the time. I just watched a few videos on YouTube to learn the materials and technique. Highly recommended.

07-22-2013, 05:42 PM	#6
Smittty Drives: 2013 ZL1 Camaro 2000 SLP Camaro Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Ruther Glen, VA Posts: 357	Good Advice. That was the first mod I did to my car. I did the paint protection and put the rock guards on also.

07-22-2013, 08:54 PM	#8
DrkPhx Drives: 2013 Triple Black ZL1 / 2006 TB SS Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: MN Posts: 2,250	Same thing happened to mine. I did have the Expel clear film installed on the front bumper and side mirrors. This car attracts bugs like no other I've owned including my TB SS.

07-22-2013, 09:03 PM	#11
midnighter Account Suspended Drives: nothing Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: a hole Posts: 17,906	Also too late for my 2010 SS with only 5,292 miles...

07-22-2013, 09:05 PM	#12
aggieguy13 Drives: 2013 SS/RS VR 1LE Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: MCKINNEY,TX Posts: 1,278 View My Garage	mine arnt that bad. just noticed a small few. __________________ 2013 SS/RS 1LE VR-Backup System, SOLO Perforsance HF Cats, Muffler Delete, BBK Off-road X-pipe 2002 35th Aniversary SLP SS-Sold

07-22-2013, 09:06 PM	#13
MichiganSRT SRT and SS Drives: 08' Jeep SRT8 / 13' 2SS Conv. Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Michigan Posts: 209 View My Garage	paint correction and PPF (Paint Protection Film) at proper detailer/installer. Best first mods you will ever do after picking up your new beloved ride. But better late than never!