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JuicedSS · 02-09-2010, 05:38 PM

My ground effects are at the dealership getting painted. I planned on installing them myself, but after reading the instructions it may be more than I feel like dealing with. The dealership quoted me $275.00 to install them. Has anyone installed their own ground effects? If so, do you recommend it or should I just pay the dealership to do it?

Eski7399 · 02-09-2010, 06:37 PM

I'd like to know too.

IndyDave · 02-09-2010, 08:59 PM

That "project" would be a little much for me as well. I am trying to muster up the courage to install my Hurst shifter

Mr_Draco · 02-09-2010, 09:04 PM

I would not recommend doing it yourself. Depends on how you feel about abilities in taking apart the front fascia and putting it back together without damaging it. You mentioned that you got it painted so the warranty is out the window so that isn't a concern when making your choice.

buelldude · 02-10-2010, 05:24 AM

Ok, another person on here was in the same boat. He got them for Christmas and we did it in my garage. NOT hard at all, you do not have to take the back of the car apart to put it on. The sides were easy and the front was a bit tuff but is able to be done with no problems. Do it if you have the space inside and just take your time! If you have any questions shoot me an email.

JuicedSS · 02-10-2010, 10:41 AM

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Originally Posted by buelldude

Ok, another person on here was in the same boat. He got them for Christmas and we did it in my garage. NOT hard at all, you do not have to take the back of the car apart to put it on. The sides were easy and the front was a bit tuff but is able to be done with no problems. Do it if you have the space inside and just take your time! If you have any questions shoot me an email.

Thanks for the info. How'd you get around taking the back apart? From reading the instructions, it seems the one of the only reasons the rear fascia has to come off is to cut the exhaust tips. I talked to the dealership this morning. The gfx will be ready to install on Friday, but they will not be able to get to it until next week. My impatience may get the best of me, and I might just do it myself.

njhardc0re · 02-10-2010, 11:00 AM

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Originally Posted by JuicedSS

Thanks for the info. How'd you get around taking the back apart? From reading the instructions, it seems the one of the only reasons the rear fascia has to come off is to cut the exhaust tips. I talked to the dealership this morning. The gfx will be ready to install on Friday, but they will not be able to get to it until next week. My impatience may get the best of me, and I might just do it myself.

Did you get it painted? How much did that run you?

JuicedSS · 02-10-2010, 01:11 PM

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Originally Posted by njhardc0re

Did you get it painted? How much did that run you?

Paint is $460.

mpsheedy · 02-10-2010, 01:38 PM

Let the dealership do it,if it's not right then they have to fix it!!.I had mine painted and put on at the dealership.

camaroMonster · 06-20-2011, 11:16 AM

does anybody know how much do the ground effect kit weight?

Tarl · 06-20-2011, 11:38 AM

Do you have to remove anything just to install the front lower air dam?

ffrcobra_65 · 06-20-2011, 11:38 AM

install the sides, they are easy enough then get a lower quote from dealer to install just the front and back. The front and back require drilling and careful and correct application of rivets and 3M tapes...best to leave it to the dealer in case something gets screwed up, they are responsible.

ffrcobra_65 · 06-20-2011, 11:40 AM

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Originally Posted by camaroMonster

does anybody know how much do the ground effect kit weight?

not heavy at all. If I remember correctly, I lifted mine while they were in a big box and couldn't have more than 20 -30 pounds (with box and packing material)

ffrcobra_65 · 06-20-2011, 11:41 AM

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Originally Posted by Tarl

Do you have to remove anything just to install the front lower air dam?

yes, the front fascia has to come off the car.

02-09-2010, 05:38 PM	#1
JuicedSS Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS RS M6 Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: N.O./Ponchatoula, LA Posts: 202	Opinions on Installing Ground Effects Yourself My ground effects are at the dealership getting painted. I planned on installing them myself, but after reading the instructions it may be more than I feel like dealing with. The dealership quoted me $275.00 to install them. Has anyone installed their own ground effects? If so, do you recommend it or should I just pay the dealership to do it? __________________ 2010 Camaro 2SS/RS M6 Black on Black 22" Vossen CV1 Wheels, Roto-Fab CAI, Dynatech 1 7/8" Long Tubes w/ High Flow Cats, Magnaflow Tru-X Pipe, Barton Short Throw Shifter, Vector Motorsports Tune, Ground Effects, MPD1 Spoiler

02-09-2010, 08:59 PM	#3
IndyDave Drives: '10 Camaro 2LT RS Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Indianapolis Posts: 715	That "project" would be a little much for me as well. I am trying to muster up the courage to install my Hurst shifter __________________ Black 2LT, RS package, Polished Wheels,Hurst Short Throw MRT V2 Exhaust, Injen CAI, Silver Rally Stripes, Sun Roof Heritage Grille, 30% Window Tint, Splash Guards

02-10-2010, 05:24 AM	#5
buelldude car enthusiasts Drives: 2012 2SS Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: virginia Posts: 708 View My Garage	Ok, another person on here was in the same boat. He got them for Christmas and we did it in my garage. NOT hard at all, you do not have to take the back of the car apart to put it on. The sides were easy and the front was a bit tuff but is able to be done with no problems. Do it if you have the space inside and just take your time! If you have any questions shoot me an email. __________________

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Eski7399 Arizona All Gens Drives: 2SS/RS, M6, IO-Int Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Surprise, Arizona Posts: 273 View My Garage	I'd like to know too.

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ffrcobra_65 Account Suspended Drives: SuperCharged 2SS/RS IOM MN6 Join Date: May 2009 Location: CA Posts: 5,094	install the sides, they are easy enough then get a lower quote from dealer to install just the front and back. The front and back require drilling and careful and correct application of rivets and 3M tapes...best to leave it to the dealer in case something gets screwed up, they are responsible.