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Bomb Squad · 04-22-2014, 05:22 PM

I've only been a Camaro owner for about a month but I've already been collecting parts for install. I had my eyes on a set of springs but they were on back order for over a month. Victoria from Apex was willing to work with me and help me with their "new" 1.25in. drop springs. They shipped on Friday and got to me on Monday. Spent a few hours on the install sand now that it's settled a little, I love them.

I know people have known about Pfadt for years but still wanted to write a review and post pics of the ones that Apex is now offering. I know I'm a noob to the forum but I just wanted to let Chase and the rest of the crew that I appreciate their flexibility. :-)

Bomb Squad · 04-22-2014, 05:24 PM

Before

Bomb Squad · 04-22-2014, 05:25 PM

After

Jeff_SS · 04-22-2014, 07:13 PM

Great before and after comparison. I just ordered my springs from Apex Chase this last weekend. Can't wait to get them and install them.

Jenner · 04-22-2014, 08:23 PM

I have those too just need to install them. Did you do it yourself?

Bomb Squad · 04-23-2014, 11:36 AM

Yup, did the install myself in my garage. Now, I just moved back to the states and got my tools a little over a month ago and have only owned the car for a month as well. That being said, it took me a bit longer to complete the install then I thought but overall it wasn't bad.

Jenner · 04-23-2014, 03:25 PM

Nice! I've been thinking about doing it myself, but don't how difficult it is. Any tips?

Bomb Squad · 04-23-2014, 07:18 PM

Depends on your experience with cars and suspension. One thing I would recommend is to use a lubricant and blast the sway bar end links beforehand. Mine were pretty rusty and took some ass to get off. Also, make sure you have a 24mm closed end wrench that is offset a little for the top strut bolt. Don't do what I did and use a combination of adjustable wrenches and/or vice grips. Make sure not to spin the strut shaft as doing so will wear down the seals inside.

I just followed the directions in the how to part of C5. Between the two write ups and my own experience, it wasn't bad. Helps to have my own spring compressors too. :-)

Jenner · 04-23-2014, 09:10 PM

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Originally Posted by Bomb Squad

Depends on your experience with cars and suspension. One thing I would recommend is to use a lubricant and blast the sway bar end links beforehand. Mine were pretty rusty and took some ass to get off. Also, make sure you have a 24mm closed end wrench that is offset a little for the top strut bolt. Don't do what I did and use a combination of adjustable wrenches and/or vice grips. Make sure not to spin the strut shaft as doing so will wear down the seals inside.

I just followed the directions in the how to part of C5. Between the two write ups and my own experience, it wasn't bad. Helps to have my own spring compressors too. :-)

Ok thanks man. I think I'll try and if I mess up I can always have a pro come fix it right ? Haha

Apex Motorsports · 04-24-2014, 07:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bomb Squad

I've only been a Camaro owner for about a month but I've already been collecting parts for install. I had my eyes on a set of springs but they were on back order for over a month. Victoria from Apex was willing to work with me and help me with their "new" 1.25in. drop springs. They shipped on Friday and got to me on Monday. Spent a few hours on the install sand now that it's settled a little, I love them.

I know people have known about Pfadt for years but still wanted to write a review and post pics of the ones that Apex is now offering. I know I'm a noob to the forum but I just wanted to let Chase and the rest of the crew that I appreciate their flexibility. :-)

Thank you for your order and for your post. Glad that you are happy with the springs.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jeff_SS

Great before and after comparison. I just ordered my springs from Apex Chase this last weekend. Can't wait to get them and install them.

Thank you for your order as well. Be sure to post some photos once you get them installed as well.

RaySouth · 04-27-2014, 10:01 PM

Any chance you will be offering the Pfadt ZL spring and sway package.

oftenimitated · 04-28-2014, 02:16 PM

do struts need to be replaced when using these? scrape on anything while driving?

Apex Motorsports · 04-29-2014, 09:37 AM

Yes, the ZL1 Spec sways will be returning and there will be a package available.

No, the dampers do not need to be replaced and there are not any clearance issues.

jlugo · 04-29-2014, 12:19 PM

Much better now!...

04-22-2014, 05:22 PM	#1
Bomb Squad Drives: 2010 CGM 2SS/RS Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: NJ Posts: 51	Apex's Pfadt 1.25in. Springs I've only been a Camaro owner for about a month but I've already been collecting parts for install. I had my eyes on a set of springs but they were on back order for over a month. Victoria from Apex was willing to work with me and help me with their "new" 1.25in. drop springs. They shipped on Friday and got to me on Monday. Spent a few hours on the install sand now that it's settled a little, I love them. I know people have known about Pfadt for years but still wanted to write a review and post pics of the ones that Apex is now offering. I know I'm a noob to the forum but I just wanted to let Chase and the rest of the crew that I appreciate their flexibility. :-) Attached Images __________________ Mario Kovach USAF EOD "Initial Success or Total Failure"

04-22-2014, 05:24 PM	#2
Bomb Squad Drives: 2010 CGM 2SS/RS Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: NJ Posts: 51	Before Attached Images __________________ Mario Kovach USAF EOD "Initial Success or Total Failure"

04-22-2014, 05:25 PM	#3
Bomb Squad Drives: 2010 CGM 2SS/RS Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: NJ Posts: 51	After Attached Images __________________ Mario Kovach USAF EOD "Initial Success or Total Failure"

04-22-2014, 07:13 PM	#4
Jeff_SS "Cam Only" Drives: 2013 Camaro SS Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Scottsdale, AZ Posts: 1,708 View My Garage	Great before and after comparison. I just ordered my springs from Apex Chase this last weekend. Can't wait to get them and install them. __________________ 2013 AGM Camaro 2SS/RS M6 \| LSA Blower, 2.5" pulley, 10% lower, FIC1000's, Fore Innovations Twin Pump fuel system w/ Flex Fuel, CMS Custom Grind Cam, Kooks 1 7/8" headers w/ catless off-road pipes, NPP Exhaust, 3.91's, JLT ZL1 Intake, Prospeed Heat Exchanger \| Pfadt Suspension, 1LE Sway Bars \| DSS 1000hp axles \| Tuned by Ryne @ CMS E85: 734rwhp/636rwtq (mustang dyno)

04-23-2014, 11:36 AM	#6
Bomb Squad Drives: 2010 CGM 2SS/RS Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: NJ Posts: 51	Yup, did the install myself in my garage. Now, I just moved back to the states and got my tools a little over a month ago and have only owned the car for a month as well. That being said, it took me a bit longer to complete the install then I thought but overall it wasn't bad. __________________ Mario Kovach USAF EOD "Initial Success or Total Failure"

04-22-2014, 08:23 PM	#5
Jenner Drives: 2012 SS/RS Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Placentia, CA Posts: 2,130	I have those too just need to install them. Did you do it yourself?

04-23-2014, 03:25 PM	#7
Jenner Drives: 2012 SS/RS Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Placentia, CA Posts: 2,130	Nice! I've been thinking about doing it myself, but don't how difficult it is. Any tips?

04-23-2014, 07:18 PM	#8
Bomb Squad Drives: 2010 CGM 2SS/RS Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: NJ Posts: 51	Depends on your experience with cars and suspension. One thing I would recommend is to use a lubricant and blast the sway bar end links beforehand. Mine were pretty rusty and took some ass to get off. Also, make sure you have a 24mm closed end wrench that is offset a little for the top strut bolt. Don't do what I did and use a combination of adjustable wrenches and/or vice grips. Make sure not to spin the strut shaft as doing so will wear down the seals inside. I just followed the directions in the how to part of C5. Between the two write ups and my own experience, it wasn't bad. Helps to have my own spring compressors too. :-) __________________ Mario Kovach USAF EOD "Initial Success or Total Failure"

04-27-2014, 10:01 PM	#11
RaySouth Drives: 2013 ZL1 CRT Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Green Bay Posts: 50	Any chance you will be offering the Pfadt ZL spring and sway package.

04-28-2014, 02:16 PM	#12
oftenimitated Drives: 2004 Honda Civic+2011 Camaro 2SS Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: South Vienna OH Posts: 396 View My Garage	do struts need to be replaced when using these? scrape on anything while driving?

04-29-2014, 09:37 AM	#13
Apex Motorsports Drives: 2000 Camaro SS Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Louisville, Ky. Posts: 25,179	Yes, the ZL1 Spec sways will be returning and there will be a package available. No, the dampers do not need to be replaced and there are not any clearance issues.

04-29-2014, 12:19 PM	#14
jlugo Account Suspended Drives: 2014 1LE 'Summit White' Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Temple, Texas Posts: 2,351 View My Garage	Much better now!...