Z/28 Underbody Panel (Belly Pan) - New Design??? - Camaro5 Chevy Camaro Forum / Camaro ZL1, SS and V6 Forums

AG1LE · 11-09-2014, 04:20 PM

Does your belly pan look like this?

This picture from SEMA shows 4 vents/openings (see red arrow) near the back of the pan - these vents are not present in the other versions of the 2014-2015 belly pan that I've seen (and the one I own).

I'm trying to decide if I want to cut out these openings in mine (could make oil changes much easier).

Thanks for your help

Zslash28 · 11-09-2014, 04:45 PM

All 4 are open in mine, 2014 #181. Though the design would allow for easy oil changes, I took mine off to prevent residual oil build up, the belly pan is in the way of the oil flow when the drains are pulled.

AG1LE · 11-15-2014, 09:07 AM

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Originally Posted by Zslash28

All 4 are open in mine, 2014 #181. Though the design would allow for easy oil changes, I took mine off to prevent residual oil build up, the belly pan is in the way of the oil flow when the drains are pulled.

Great, thanks - I guess one confirmation is enough!

razorz28 · 11-15-2014, 12:51 PM

#176 is open

cdb95z28 · 11-15-2014, 06:48 PM

I tried to order the Z/28 pan (# 23459995)back in late September, I was told it was on hold. My parts guy is good to me, and he kept digging for info. GM told him not available, temporary hold, no restriction. So I told him to order me a ZL1 pan (# 22765382), after a week or so I called him and he said there was a new # (23188146). So that is the one I have, it has the notches near the cats, but not the openings like the Z/28 pan has.

I cut my rubber lower deflector (beneath splitter) to mimic the ZL1 & Z/28 version.

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AG1LE · 11-15-2014, 08:20 PM

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Originally Posted by cdb95z28

I tried to order the Z/28 pan (# 23459995)back in late September, I was told it was on hold. My parts guy is good to me, and he kept digging for info. GM told him not available, temporary hold, no restriction. So I told him to order me a ZL1 pan (# 22765382), after a week or so I called him and he said there was a new # (23188146). So that is the one I have, it has the notches near the cats, but not the openings like the Z/28 pan has.

I cut my rubber lower deflector (beneath splitter) to mimic the ZL1 & Z/28 version.

Yep, that's exactly like the one I have, and I was also thinking about removing the deflector adjacent to the pan. I think I will cut out the 4 vents before installing, since it probably helps with cooling.

radrace19 · 11-18-2014, 11:24 AM

The Z/28 pan (23459995) is available now and is about $30.00 cheaper than the ZL1 pan.
FYI if anyone was checking.
-Greg

Nick S · 11-18-2014, 12:49 PM

Does anyone know if the Z/28 belly pan will fit a 2013 1LE? Were there threaded holes/fasteners added to the 2014 models to allow bolting on this belly pan that are not present in a 2013 car? Just wondering if this is an easy bolt on for me or if there would need to be some drilling and tapping to the subframe to hold it on?

Thanks in advance for any info someone can provide.

Zslash28 · 11-18-2014, 07:31 PM

IIRC there were caged nuts inserted into specific holes in the subframe and frame. I would think that the holes wow be there and you'll need the nuts and pan. Good luck with the projrct!

Nick S · 11-18-2014, 10:24 PM

If anyone has their belly pan off to do an oil change or any other work under the car and wouldn't mind taking a few photos of the belly pan anchor points with the caged nuts that would be appreciated!

Thanks!

mpiersd · 11-19-2014, 12:27 PM

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Originally Posted by Zslash28

IIRC there were caged nuts inserted into specific holes in the subframe and frame. I would think that the holes wow be there and you'll need the nuts and pan. Good luck with the projrct!

Answers my questions about putting this on my V6.

crc91 · 11-19-2014, 12:32 PM

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Originally Posted by mpiersd

Answers my questions about putting this on my V6.

So I'm assuming this would fit a v6? I have a 14

AG1LE · 12-13-2014, 03:01 PM

Thanks everyone for your help. I ordered the Z28 version from Maureen at Rodgers Chevy, and am installing it today (it was cheaper than the uncut ZL1 version I bought originally). Also cutting the rubber deflector so that I only have a short piece on either end.

Nick S · 12-13-2014, 03:10 PM

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Originally Posted by AG1LE

Thanks everyone for your help. I ordered the Z28 version from Maureen at Rodgers Chevy, and am installing it today (it was cheaper than the uncut ZL1 version I bought originally). Also cutting the rubber deflector so that I only have a short piece on either end.

Please take some pics during the install to help point out where the caged nuts are located at on the subframe if you can and post them!

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11-15-2014, 06:48 PM	#5
cdb95z28 Drives: 2022 1SS 1LE A10 BCD WCT+PDR Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Johnstown, PA Posts: 3,203	I tried to order the Z/28 pan (# 23459995)back in late September, I was told it was on hold. My parts guy is good to me, and he kept digging for info. GM told him not available, temporary hold, no restriction. So I told him to order me a ZL1 pan (# 22765382), after a week or so I called him and he said there was a new # (23188146). So that is the one I have, it has the notches near the cats, but not the openings like the Z/28 pan has. I cut my rubber lower deflector (beneath splitter) to mimic the ZL1 & Z/28 version. __________________ 2022 1SS 1LE A10 BCD WCT+PDR2014 1SS 1LE NPP RECARO SIM-SOLD1995 Z28 M6 GSC PGM-SOLD1975 NOVA COUPE 300HP 350 TH350 FLASH RED-SOLD

11-18-2014, 11:24 AM	#7
radrace19 Drives: Pontiac G8 GXP Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Ohio Posts: 252	The Z/28 pan (23459995) is available now and is about $30.00 cheaper than the ZL1 pan. FYI if anyone was checking. -Greg __________________ 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix - 11.24 @ 121 2009.5 G8 GT (Liquid Red) GXP fascia conversion, GXP diffuser 2009 GXP M6 (MSM) #405 586rwhp/495tq TVS2300, CTS-V Fuel System, Cam 222/230 116 lsa, Monster Lever 4 Clutch, American Racing 1 7/8 headers, rear Brembo's w/working Parking brake 11.91 @ 119

11-18-2014, 12:49 PM	#8
Nick S Drives: 2013 Camaro 1LE Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Verona, WI Posts: 1,924	Does anyone know if the Z/28 belly pan will fit a 2013 1LE? Were there threaded holes/fasteners added to the 2014 models to allow bolting on this belly pan that are not present in a 2013 car? Just wondering if this is an easy bolt on for me or if there would need to be some drilling and tapping to the subframe to hold it on? Thanks in advance for any info someone can provide. __________________

11-18-2014, 10:24 PM	#10
Nick S Drives: 2013 Camaro 1LE Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Verona, WI Posts: 1,924	If anyone has their belly pan off to do an oil change or any other work under the car and wouldn't mind taking a few photos of the belly pan anchor points with the caged nuts that would be appreciated! Thanks! __________________

11-09-2014, 04:20 PM	#1
AG1LE Drives: '14 1LE Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: NJ Posts: 2,435	Z/28 Underbody Panel (Belly Pan) - New Design??? Does your belly pan look like this? This picture from SEMA shows 4 vents/openings (see red arrow) near the back of the pan - these vents are not present in the other versions of the 2014-2015 belly pan that I've seen (and the one I own). I'm trying to decide if I want to cut out these openings in mine (could make oil changes much easier). Thanks for your help Attached Images

11-09-2014, 04:45 PM	#2
Zslash28 Jumanji Drives: '14 Z/28 - AGM - No A/C Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: Alaska Posts: 1,688	All 4 are open in mine, 2014 #181. Though the design would allow for easy oil changes, I took mine off to prevent residual oil build up, the belly pan is in the way of the oil flow when the drains are pulled.

11-18-2014, 07:31 PM	#9
Zslash28 Jumanji Drives: '14 Z/28 - AGM - No A/C Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: Alaska Posts: 1,688	IIRC there were caged nuts inserted into specific holes in the subframe and frame. I would think that the holes wow be there and you'll need the nuts and pan. Good luck with the projrct!

12-13-2014, 03:01 PM	#13
AG1LE Drives: '14 1LE Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: NJ Posts: 2,435	Thanks everyone for your help. I ordered the Z28 version from Maureen at Rodgers Chevy, and am installing it today (it was cheaper than the uncut ZL1 version I bought originally). Also cutting the rubber deflector so that I only have a short piece on either end.