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stangkilr · 11-18-2012, 10:58 PM

Tried searching but couldnt really find anything. How strong is the ZL1 rear diff/axles? As is would a high hp th400 combo work with one?

stangkilr · 11-19-2012, 11:08 AM

Anyone?

blackonblacksls · 11-19-2012, 11:13 AM

Same stuff they use in the CTSV if I'm not mistaken. And those things take 1100rwhp and torque at 4400lbs.

Driveshaftshop · 11-19-2012, 03:01 PM

Hmmm, if the axles are the same we had John Hennessey's CTS-V axles here last year. he tore up the one that was made from tube ? ill order a set and do some cuting on them

stangkilr · 11-19-2012, 05:26 PM

I was thinking about doing the center section and DSS axles..

blazzin1 · 11-19-2012, 06:05 PM

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Originally Posted by stangkilr

I was thinking about doing the center section and DSS axles..

As far as I know, DSS does not make any axles that are compatible with the ZL1 rear end..........yet. You'll have to use the stock ZL1 axles. Just do that ZL1 rear drivetrain upgrade kit from GM.

Driveshaftshop · 11-19-2012, 07:41 PM

you are correct, YET......

acowherd · 11-19-2012, 07:46 PM

Just slap in a DSS 9 INCH KIT, and be done with it!!

kevin1106 · 11-19-2012, 07:54 PM

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Originally Posted by acowherd

Just slap in a DSS 9 INCH KIT, and be done with it!!

stangkilr · 11-19-2012, 07:59 PM

I am all about putting great parts in my car but I am not ready to drop 6-7k in a rear end setup.

kevin1106 · 11-19-2012, 08:05 PM

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Originally Posted by stangkilr

I am all about putting great parts in my car but I am not ready to drop 6-7k in a rear end setup.

When you need a rear, just remember what we've told ya.... DDS 9' is one of the best rears you can go with... And the customer service is second to none...

acowherd · 11-19-2012, 08:06 PM

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Originally Posted by stangkilr

I am all about putting great parts in my car but I am not ready to drop 6-7k in a rear end setup.

Building a 1200 rwhp camaro, and worried about spending a few extra grand on a rear?
Its no fun having drive line problems. You can pick up the driveshaft shop Nine Inch kid for less than that, plus you will have more gear options.

stangkilr · 11-19-2012, 08:16 PM

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Originally Posted by acowherd

Building a 1200 rwhp camaro, and worried about spending a few extra grand on a rear?
Its no fun having drive line problems. You can pick up the driveshaft shop Nine Inch kid for less than that, plus you will have more gear options.

Yeah you got it. Ill solid axle the bitch before I spend 7k on a IRS rear.

alaskacamaro · 11-19-2012, 08:41 PM

I was wondering about a setup for my camaro when I SC this spring. If all goes well, my plan is to get it to 700hp. Was planning on getting new axles and driveshaft but not sure if I needed a complete rear diff. Just wanted a bit more hp for a street car...was seriously looking at the new bolt on ZL1 rear that GM came out with for the SS....

11-18-2012, 10:58 PM	#1
stangkilr Drives: 2017 Camaro ZL1 Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Missouri Posts: 621	How strong is the ZL1 rear? Tried searching but couldnt really find anything. How strong is the ZL1 rear diff/axles? As is would a high hp th400 combo work with one? __________________ 2017 ZL1 2014 Corvette 2002 Camaro

11-19-2012, 11:08 AM	#2
stangkilr Drives: 2017 Camaro ZL1 Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Missouri Posts: 621	Anyone? __________________ 2017 ZL1 2014 Corvette 2002 Camaro

11-19-2012, 05:26 PM	#5
stangkilr Drives: 2017 Camaro ZL1 Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Missouri Posts: 621	I was thinking about doing the center section and DSS axles.. __________________ 2017 ZL1 2014 Corvette 2002 Camaro

11-19-2012, 07:46 PM	#8
acowherd Drives: 2010 2ss/RS 4l80. 2009 2500 HD Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Mid MO Posts: 1,826	Just slap in a DSS 9 INCH KIT, and be done with it!! __________________ Follow along as we build and race this 2010 Camaro! https://www.facebook.com/pages/FNSS-...75028626000379 FNSS Racing!

11-19-2012, 11:13 AM	#3
blackonblacksls Drives: 2011 2ss/rs Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: houston Posts: 531	Same stuff they use in the CTSV if I'm not mistaken. And those things take 1100rwhp and torque at 4400lbs.

11-19-2012, 03:01 PM	#4
Driveshaftshop Drives: own more cars than i can list Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Charlotte NC Posts: 1,124	Hmmm, if the axles are the same we had John Hennessey's CTS-V axles here last year. he tore up the one that was made from tube ? ill order a set and do some cuting on them

11-19-2012, 07:41 PM	#7
Driveshaftshop Drives: own more cars than i can list Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Charlotte NC Posts: 1,124	you are correct, YET......

11-19-2012, 07:59 PM	#10
stangkilr Drives: 2017 Camaro ZL1 Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Missouri Posts: 621	I am all about putting great parts in my car but I am not ready to drop 6-7k in a rear end setup.

11-19-2012, 08:41 PM	#14
alaskacamaro Drives: 2012 2SS 45TH Anniversary Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Kentucky Posts: 720	I was wondering about a setup for my camaro when I SC this spring. If all goes well, my plan is to get it to 700hp. Was planning on getting new axles and driveshaft but not sure if I needed a complete rear diff. Just wanted a bit more hp for a street car...was seriously looking at the new bolt on ZL1 rear that GM came out with for the SS....