Installed my Pfadt Coilovers Tonight - Camaro5 Chevy Camaro Forum / Camaro ZL1, SS and V6 Forums

GrinderSS · 07-20-2010, 10:36 PM

Sorry, no pictures yet. I'll have some tomorrow for you all.

The install is fairly simple with the exception of removing the rubber bushing from the rear upper mounts. After this project I understand why the 5G Camaro is so damn heavy. The stock struts and springs must weight 100+ pounds.

I'd like to thank Chase at Apex for the coil overs deal and quick shipping!

PfadtRacing · 07-21-2010, 12:12 PM

post some pics! we would love to see it!

RedJewel2SS · 07-21-2010, 01:37 PM

[QUOTE=GrinderSS;2123087]The install is fairly simple with the exception of removing the rubber bushing from the rear upper mounts. After this project I understand why the 5G Camaro is so damn heavy. The stock struts and springs must weight 100+ pounds.[QUOTE]

yea they do, how much would you say the coilovers weigh? i just have their drop springs... i saved maybe a pound, which i gained back at mcdonalds

2010 SSRS · 07-21-2010, 01:39 PM

cool, can't wait to see the pics

Apex Motorsports · 07-21-2010, 02:35 PM

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Originally Posted by RedJewel2SS

yea they do, how much would you say the coilovers weigh? i just have their drop springs... i saved maybe a pound, which i gained back at mcdonalds

Shipping weight was 50 lbs. I believe, but that probably isn't exact.

TCao · 07-21-2010, 02:44 PM

Weighed mine when I did the install a few months ago.

Front OEM strut assembly: 23.1 lb
Rear OEM shock assembly with mounting flange: 16.1 lb

Front PFADT coilover assembly with camber plate: 16.5 lb
Rear PFADT coilover assembly with mounting flange: 10.6 lb

Total front weight reduction: 13.2 lb
Total rear weight reduction: 11 lb

Removing the rubber bushings from the rear mounts was the most time consuming part of the whole install.

Berean · 07-21-2010, 03:28 PM

I have the Pfadt sport bars, end links and strut tower brace.

If I got the coil overs and kept them at stock height, would I notice any improvement in handling?

Apex Motorsports · 07-21-2010, 05:03 PM

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Originally Posted by Berean

I have the Pfadt sport bars, end links and strut tower brace.

If I got the coil overs and kept them at stock height, would I notice any improvement in handling?

Absolutely, coilovers are about a lot more than just ride height. You also get the benefits of reduced weight, decreased deflection, and full damping adjustment.

TCao · 07-21-2010, 05:11 PM

Coilovers also allow the ability to corner balance which lowering springs cannot.

busaboy · 07-21-2010, 10:02 PM

Why are you keeping us waiting?

cwalms · 07-22-2010, 12:50 AM

pics please!

*radz28* · 07-22-2010, 09:20 AM

COOL! Increased performance through superior parts and even a weight loss!!! That might not sound like a lot, but trim a little here, a little there, and next thing you know you've got substaintial weigh loss.

Thanks for sharing and looking forward to the pics'

Apex Motorsports · 07-22-2010, 06:31 PM

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Originally Posted by radz28

COOL! Increased performance through superior parts and even a weight loss!!! That might not sound like a lot, but trim a little here, a little there, and next thing you know you've got substaintial weigh loss.

That is one of the things that makes Pfadt engineering stand out, they understand that weight is critical to performance.

AdamatRSI · 07-22-2010, 10:20 PM

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Originally Posted by Apex Chase

That is one of the things that makes Pfadt engineering stand out, they understand that weight is critical to performance.

Agreed! We love the Pfadt's for the Corvette market!

I personally run coilovers on my DD Z06. Talk about night day!

Let me know if I can help, PM me for questions!

-Adam

07-20-2010, 10:36 PM	#1
GrinderSS Account Suspended Drives: IOM 2SS/RS Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Florida Posts: 539 View My Garage	Installed my Pfadt Coilovers Tonight Sorry, no pictures yet. I'll have some tomorrow for you all. The install is fairly simple with the exception of removing the rubber bushing from the rear upper mounts. After this project I understand why the 5G Camaro is so damn heavy. The stock struts and springs must weight 100+ pounds. I'd like to thank Chase at Apex for the coil overs deal and quick shipping!

07-21-2010, 01:37 PM	#3
RedJewel2SS 12.23s@113mph Drives: 2SS/RS, A6, just a few bolt ons Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 1,197	[QUOTE=GrinderSS;2123087]The install is fairly simple with the exception of removing the rubber bushing from the rear upper mounts. After this project I understand why the 5G Camaro is so damn heavy. The stock struts and springs must weight 100+ pounds.[QUOTE] yea they do, how much would you say the coilovers weigh? i just have their drop springs... i saved maybe a pound, which i gained back at mcdonalds __________________ RIP Cammie 7/15/2009 - 4/1/2011

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