Pfadt vs ZL1/Pedders - Camaro5 Chevy Camaro Forum / Camaro ZL1, SS and V6 Forums

Dexman1349 · 11-08-2013, 02:03 PM

Working on upgrading the suspension. So far I already have the Pedders subframe inserts (EP1200), but am looking to do more.

On the list are:
Pedders 27/32 swaybars and endlinks
Pedders radius rod inserts (EP 6579)
Pedders steering rack bushings (EP2112)
ZL1 toe links
Pedders trailing arm bushings (EP7265Z)

Now the question is, which package would be better, the one above or this one (I bolded the differences):
Pedders 27/32 swaybars and endlinks
Pedders radius rod inserts (EP 6579)
Pedders steering rack bushings (EP2112)
Pfadt tie/toe rods and trailing arms Link: http://www.jdpmotorsports.com/pfadt-...ro-zl1-1410134

There isn't a difference in price, so I'm just curious as to which is better for a "weekend warrior" / daily driver like myself. Car is essentially stock, but I plan on upgrading long-tubes, CAI, 3.91 gears, and dyno-tune within the next few months as well.

Dexman1349 · 11-10-2013, 03:44 PM

Anyone?

Craig B · 11-10-2013, 03:45 PM

Can't go wrong with either.

SS PANTHER · 11-10-2013, 04:57 PM

I went with Pfadt because I didn't want orange suspension parts. The Pfadt front bar is adjustable where the Pedders is not. If you run Pedders supercar coilovers in the future the Pedders ZL bar is the only one that will clear.

ssmike · 11-10-2013, 05:28 PM

Good package either way you go! The pfadt toe/trailing arm package is nice because it's plug and play! You won't have to press out the inner bushing in the stock endlink. The rear Pedders ZL1 bar is non adjustable but the front one is. They didn't feel the need for an adjustable rear due to the size of the bar and it's geometry. JusticePete will have to chime in on that one, I'm no expert! I just bought the FE4 ZL1 32mm rear bar, drop links and LCA's and installing over the winter. Can't wait for track time next Spring!

SS PANTHER · 11-10-2013, 05:53 PM

I made a mistake and stated the Pedders front bar is not adjustable. SSMIKE is correct, it is the rear bar that is not adjustable. Also, you will need the newer FE4 rear LCA's for the ZL rear bar.

Dexman1349 · 11-11-2013, 04:23 PM

Pfadts ordered this afternoon. When it came down to it, the installation was the tiebreaker...

JDP Sales · 11-11-2013, 06:24 PM

Thanks for the order Dexman1349. I don't think you could go wrong either way, but the Pfadt arms will be slightly easier to install.

Best regards,

Tyler
888-308-6007

Joe@CPR.com · 11-11-2013, 08:04 PM

You will love the Pfadt's that's all we use when they make products for the vehicles we are doing.

SS PANTHER · 11-11-2013, 08:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sales@JDP

Thanks for the order Dexman1349. I don't think you could go wrong either way, but the Pfadt arms will be slightly easier to install.

Best regards,

Tyler
888-308-6007

I got my sway bars from Tyler at JDP and I am very happy with their customer service.

JDP Sales · 11-12-2013, 11:02 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SS PANTHER

I got my sway bars from Tyler at JDP and I am very happy with their customer service.

Thanks for the support SS PANTHER!

Best regards,

Tyler
888-308-6007

Orange Crush 1LE · 11-12-2013, 11:21 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dexman1349

Working on upgrading the suspension. So far I already have the Pedders subframe inserts (EP1200), but am looking to do more.

On the list are:
Pedders 27/32 swaybars and endlinks
Pedders radius rod inserts (EP 6579)
Pedders steering rack bushings (EP2112)
ZL1 toe links
Pedders trailing arm bushings (EP7265Z)

Now the question is, which package would be better, the one above or this one (I bolded the differences):
Pedders 27/32 swaybars and endlinks
Pedders radius rod inserts (EP 6579)
Pedders steering rack bushings (EP2112)
Pfadt tie/toe rods and trailing arms Link: http://www.jdpmotorsports.com/pfadt-...ro-zl1-1410134

There isn't a difference in price, so I'm just curious as to which is better for a "weekend warrior" / daily driver like myself. Car is essentially stock, but I plan on upgrading long-tubes, CAI, 3.91 gears, and dyno-tune within the next few months as well.

Congrats, you will be amazed at how you can carve the corners. Any plans to hit the road course? You should, your car will be an absolute bruiser out there.

Since you're going to the expense of longtubes, CAI and dyno tune, you may want to complete the package with a cam and supporting goodies (rockers, springs, Etc.). Fire breathing, baby

Dexman1349 · 11-12-2013, 11:41 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Orange Crush 1LE

Congrats, you will be amazed at how you can carve the corners. Any plans to hit the road course? You should, your car will be an absolute bruiser out there.

Since you're going to the expense of longtubes, CAI and dyno tune, you may want to complete the package with a cam and supporting goodies (rockers, springs, Etc.). Fire breathing, baby

Cam is definitely on the wish list, as is a ported throttlebody and full intake. However, I'm still trying to figure out the budget for the LT's, CAI, & tune... :(

Dexman1349 · 11-13-2013, 05:03 PM

Would it be worth my time to add the Differential busings (EP1167 - NOT the HD versions) to the package since I'll already have things taken apart?

11-08-2013, 02:03 PM	#1
Dexman1349 2010 2SS/RS M6 Drives: 2010 2SS/RS M6 Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Auckland, NZ Posts: 1,482	Pfadt vs ZL1/Pedders Working on upgrading the suspension. So far I already have the Pedders subframe inserts (EP1200), but am looking to do more. On the list are: Pedders 27/32 swaybars and endlinks Pedders radius rod inserts (EP 6579) Pedders steering rack bushings (EP2112) ZL1 toe links Pedders trailing arm bushings (EP7265Z) Now the question is, which package would be better, the one above or this one (I bolded the differences): Pedders 27/32 swaybars and endlinks Pedders radius rod inserts (EP 6579) Pedders steering rack bushings (EP2112) Pfadt tie/toe rods and trailing arms Link: http://www.jdpmotorsports.com/pfadt-...ro-zl1-1410134 There isn't a difference in price, so I'm just curious as to which is better for a "weekend warrior" / daily driver like myself. Car is essentially stock, but I plan on upgrading long-tubes, CAI, 3.91 gears, and dyno-tune within the next few months as well.

11-10-2013, 03:44 PM	#2
Dexman1349 2010 2SS/RS M6 Drives: 2010 2SS/RS M6 Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Auckland, NZ Posts: 1,482	Anyone?

11-10-2013, 03:45 PM	#3
Craig B Drives: 2013 1LE Join Date: May 2013 Location: NJ Posts: 685	Can't go wrong with either.

11-10-2013, 04:57 PM	#4
SS PANTHER Drives: 2013 SS Supercharged Convertible Join Date: May 2013 Location: SoCal Posts: 2,714	I went with Pfadt because I didn't want orange suspension parts. The Pfadt front bar is adjustable where the Pedders is not. If you run Pedders supercar coilovers in the future the Pedders ZL bar is the only one that will clear.

11-10-2013, 05:28 PM	#5
ssmike BL1ZZRD Drives: '16 Camaro 2SS, '20 Equinox Redline Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Buffalo, NY Posts: 7,840	Good package either way you go! The pfadt toe/trailing arm package is nice because it's plug and play! You won't have to press out the inner bushing in the stock endlink. The rear Pedders ZL1 bar is non adjustable but the front one is. They didn't feel the need for an adjustable rear due to the size of the bar and it's geometry. JusticePete will have to chime in on that one, I'm no expert! I just bought the FE4 ZL1 32mm rear bar, drop links and LCA's and installing over the winter. Can't wait for track time next Spring!

11-10-2013, 05:53 PM	#6
SS PANTHER Drives: 2013 SS Supercharged Convertible Join Date: May 2013 Location: SoCal Posts: 2,714	I made a mistake and stated the Pedders front bar is not adjustable. SSMIKE is correct, it is the rear bar that is not adjustable. Also, you will need the newer FE4 rear LCA's for the ZL rear bar.

11-11-2013, 04:23 PM	#7
Dexman1349 2010 2SS/RS M6 Drives: 2010 2SS/RS M6 Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Auckland, NZ Posts: 1,482	Pfadts ordered this afternoon. When it came down to it, the installation was the tiebreaker...

11-11-2013, 06:24 PM	#8
JDP Sales Drives: Chevys at the limit Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: SLC, UT Posts: 9,621	Thanks for the order Dexman1349. I don't think you could go wrong either way, but the Pfadt arms will be slightly easier to install. Best regards, Tyler 888-308-6007

11-11-2013, 08:04 PM	#9
Joe@CPR.com Account Suspended Drives: 03 vette, 94 trans am, 04 gto Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Mesa, AZ Posts: 995	You will love the Pfadt's that's all we use when they make products for the vehicles we are doing.

11-13-2013, 05:03 PM	#14
Dexman1349 2010 2SS/RS M6 Drives: 2010 2SS/RS M6 Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Auckland, NZ Posts: 1,482	Would it be worth my time to add the Differential busings (EP1167 - NOT the HD versions) to the package since I'll already have things taken apart?