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hammdo · 05-28-2019, 09:31 AM

Thanks!

It was worth the wait, funny how it totally changes the appearance;o)

Robert, hope you’re doing well!

-Don

hammdo · 05-28-2019, 01:36 PM

Well, changed the oil today and sent out for a Blackstone report. While I was at it, I installed one of these:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01AM...b_b_asin_title

Curious what the report will show... Changed it at 46% life left...

-Don

Tajefe Couple · 05-28-2019, 06:55 PM

That's pretty slick!
Also just realized forgot most of the 2 years German taken in High school.

hammdo · 05-28-2019, 07:26 PM

I like to experiment. Of course, I keep the drain with me -just in case...

Video of usage:

-Don

hammdo · 05-28-2019, 11:39 PM

Added some night-time shots to give a different perspective (man, I'm really diggin' the wing):

'New Hotness' ;o)

-Don

MrRaZ28 · 05-29-2019, 11:02 AM

That adapter would be awesome for my engine.. I hate how they arranged the plugs to be directly inline with a crossmember so it gets everywhere if you aren't quick enough. I usually shove a funnel in place right as I pull the plug.

Keep us posted on the ease of it, please!

ABADZL1 · 05-29-2019, 11:06 AM

Now it's time to break the land speed record at cornering.

hammdo · 05-29-2019, 01:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Chevy2tehBone

That adapter would be awesome for my engine.. I hate how they arranged the plugs to be directly inline with a crossmember so it gets everywhere if you aren't quick enough. I usually shove a funnel in place right as I pull the plug.

Keep us posted on the ease of it, please!

Will do. I got it so I could control where the drain oil goes...

Quote:

Originally Posted by ABADZL1

Now it's time to break the land speed record at cornering.

Ha, I'm thinking flying car time ;o) No corners necessary...

-Don

pat_t · 05-29-2019, 01:54 PM

Wing looks awesome Don! Looking forward to your first track impressions of it...

hammdo · 05-29-2019, 02:06 PM

Thanks Pat! Meeee toooo

When Dr. clears me... Itchin' to get out there...

-Don

hammdo · 05-31-2019, 05:33 PM

So, did some research on trunk shocks. It appears GM uses 2 different ones -- 1 for non spoiler/wing and ones 'with' a spoiler/wing.

Since I purchases a trunk lid that did 'not' have a spoiler/wing, I notice the trunk was 'heavier' than normal. I found there were 2 part numbers so ordered the set that went with the spoiler/wing lids:

Installed:

Seriously, big difference and now the trunk lid actually pops up again!

Who knew...

-Don

hammdo · 06-01-2019, 01:28 PM

Maintenance day, changed diff oil (Lucas 85w140 Dino oil), suspension check, tires checked, lug nuts (still holding fine @ 60 ft lbs), DSS and new suspension items checked. Looks like the rear tires are getting there so I’ll need those soon. Gonna get my spare set cleaned up and put those on before CFest. The Toyos are on back order so I’ll probably buy 2 sets of rears and have my extra rear rims set for that (I have 6 rear rims and 4 fronts)...

Pretty much maintenance mode now that the big ticket items are in place. Waiting on my Blackstone Report.

Next I’ll just change the PS fluid and all fluids will be fairly fresh (intercooler fluid will be later).

Did ask C7 ‘when’ I should put a sealant on the wing. They said wait 30 days since it has a UV sealant that needs to cure so, right before CFest ;o)

-Don

hammdo · 06-02-2019, 09:16 PM

Well got a chance on an empty road to test out the wing - its going to make a difference at speed for sure. At a fair speed it seems to 'suck' the car to the ground... I really need to put it on a track to test turns and real straight-aways but, really think it will make a difference... Hope I can get a 'practice lap or 2' at NCM.. Maybe the Wednesday before CFest, Danny? ;o)

-Don

olblue75 · 06-07-2019, 01:54 PM

Don,

Wasnt they offering a fiberglass option as well?

05-28-2019, 09:31 AM	#2521
hammdo 'It's an experiment' Drives: [COTW 2/09/15] '11 GPI LSA SC Z/LE Join Date: May 2014 Location: Dallas TX Posts: 8,694 View My Garage	Thanks! It was worth the wait, funny how it totally changes the appearance;o) Robert, hope you’re doing well! -Don __________________ 747 RWHP 794 RWTQ "Horsepower sells cars, torque wins races." - Enzo Ferrari See My Build: http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=385577

05-28-2019, 01:36 PM	#2522
hammdo 'It's an experiment' Drives: [COTW 2/09/15] '11 GPI LSA SC Z/LE Join Date: May 2014 Location: Dallas TX Posts: 8,694 View My Garage	Well, changed the oil today and sent out for a Blackstone report. While I was at it, I installed one of these: https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01AM...b_b_asin_title Curious what the report will show... Changed it at 46% life left... -Don __________________ 747 RWHP 794 RWTQ "Horsepower sells cars, torque wins races." - Enzo Ferrari See My Build: http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=385577 Last edited by hammdo; 05-28-2019 at 03:57 PM.

05-28-2019, 06:55 PM	#2523
Tajefe Couple Drives: Never just fly under the radar Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: Kansas Posts: 1,531 View My Garage	That's pretty slick! Also just realized forgot most of the 2 years German taken in High school. __________________ 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2 Old Skool

05-28-2019, 11:39 PM	#2525
hammdo 'It's an experiment' Drives: [COTW 2/09/15] '11 GPI LSA SC Z/LE Join Date: May 2014 Location: Dallas TX Posts: 8,694 View My Garage	ZL1 1LE Wing from C7 Carbon Installed (cont.)! Added some night-time shots to give a different perspective (man, I'm really diggin' the wing): 'New Hotness' ;o) -Don __________________ 747 RWHP 794 RWTQ "Horsepower sells cars, torque wins races." - Enzo Ferrari See My Build: http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=385577 Last edited by hammdo; 06-01-2019 at 05:53 PM.

05-29-2019, 11:06 AM	#2527
ABADZL1 ZL1 Pilot Drives: 2013 ZL1 Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: TN Posts: 1,670 View My Garage	Now it's time to break the land speed record at cornering. __________________ GP Tuning 2.5 Cam, RPS Carbon Twin Clutch, Ported Blower, Kook's Headers, Cold Air Inductions CAI, ID850's, 9.17 Lower, 2.5 Upper, JMS BAP, Pedders Front Radius Arm Inserts, Whiteline Subframe Inserts, Tuned by me with HP Tuners Idle Clip Link...........https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gTL8S9eHwbs

05-29-2019, 11:02 AM	#2526
MrRaZ28 @MrRaZ28 Drives: 2014 Z28 #80 Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Cincinnati, OH Posts: 590 View My Garage	That adapter would be awesome for my engine.. I hate how they arranged the plugs to be directly inline with a crossmember so it gets everywhere if you aren't quick enough. I usually shove a funnel in place right as I pull the plug. Keep us posted on the ease of it, please!

05-29-2019, 01:54 PM	#2529
pat_t Drives: . Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: . Posts: 589	Wing looks awesome Don! Looking forward to your first track impressions of it...

05-29-2019, 02:06 PM	#2530
hammdo 'It's an experiment' Drives: [COTW 2/09/15] '11 GPI LSA SC Z/LE Join Date: May 2014 Location: Dallas TX Posts: 8,694 View My Garage	Thanks Pat! Meeee toooo When Dr. clears me... Itchin' to get out there... -Don __________________ 747 RWHP 794 RWTQ "Horsepower sells cars, torque wins races." - Enzo Ferrari See My Build: http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=385577 Last edited by hammdo; 05-29-2019 at 06:22 PM.

05-31-2019, 05:33 PM	#2531
hammdo 'It's an experiment' Drives: [COTW 2/09/15] '11 GPI LSA SC Z/LE Join Date: May 2014 Location: Dallas TX Posts: 8,694 View My Garage	So, did some research on trunk shocks. It appears GM uses 2 different ones -- 1 for non spoiler/wing and ones 'with' a spoiler/wing. Since I purchases a trunk lid that did 'not' have a spoiler/wing, I notice the trunk was 'heavier' than normal. I found there were 2 part numbers so ordered the set that went with the spoiler/wing lids: Installed: Seriously, big difference and now the trunk lid actually pops up again! Who knew... -Don __________________ 747 RWHP 794 RWTQ "Horsepower sells cars, torque wins races." - Enzo Ferrari See My Build: http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=385577 Last edited by hammdo; 05-31-2019 at 10:05 PM.

06-01-2019, 01:28 PM	#2532
hammdo 'It's an experiment' Drives: [COTW 2/09/15] '11 GPI LSA SC Z/LE Join Date: May 2014 Location: Dallas TX Posts: 8,694 View My Garage	Maintenance day, changed diff oil (Lucas 85w140 Dino oil), suspension check, tires checked, lug nuts (still holding fine @ 60 ft lbs), DSS and new suspension items checked. Looks like the rear tires are getting there so I’ll need those soon. Gonna get my spare set cleaned up and put those on before CFest. The Toyos are on back order so I’ll probably buy 2 sets of rears and have my extra rear rims set for that (I have 6 rear rims and 4 fronts)... Pretty much maintenance mode now that the big ticket items are in place. Waiting on my Blackstone Report. Next I’ll just change the PS fluid and all fluids will be fairly fresh (intercooler fluid will be later). Did ask C7 ‘when’ I should put a sealant on the wing. They said wait 30 days since it has a UV sealant that needs to cure so, right before CFest ;o) -Don __________________ 747 RWHP 794 RWTQ "Horsepower sells cars, torque wins races." - Enzo Ferrari See My Build: http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=385577 Last edited by hammdo; 06-01-2019 at 02:23 PM.

06-02-2019, 09:16 PM	#2533
hammdo 'It's an experiment' Drives: [COTW 2/09/15] '11 GPI LSA SC Z/LE Join Date: May 2014 Location: Dallas TX Posts: 8,694 View My Garage	Well got a chance on an empty road to test out the wing - its going to make a difference at speed for sure. At a fair speed it seems to 'suck' the car to the ground... I really need to put it on a track to test turns and real straight-aways but, really think it will make a difference... Hope I can get a 'practice lap or 2' at NCM.. Maybe the Wednesday before CFest, Danny? ;o) -Don __________________ 747 RWHP 794 RWTQ "Horsepower sells cars, torque wins races." - Enzo Ferrari See My Build: http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=385577

06-07-2019, 01:54 PM	#2534
olblue75 Drives: 2010 2SS/RS Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Clarksville Tennesse. Posts: 6,064	Don, Wasnt they offering a fiberglass option as well? __________________ Orange Krush II 1LE Front sway bar, Splitter, shocks and struts, Z28 dual mode mufflers, Intake, UCA Bushings, and Toresen 3.91 Diff. 1 piece DSS Drive Shaft, ZL1/C7 Calipers, and 32mm JPSS Rear Bar. ASC race spec splitter and wicker. 6th Gen M017 Wheels. Stainless Works 1 7/8 LTs. DSE and PAFDT Suspension components.