Best Fitting Side Ground Effects - Camaro5 Chevy Camaro Forum / Camaro ZL1, SS and V6 Forums

ccutaia · 01-27-2024, 08:13 AM

I have a 2012 I am looking to add side ground effects to. I am looking for the ones that fit the best, which ones have the best fit and install???

Aqua Blue RS/SS · 01-27-2024, 08:50 AM

That would be either GM GFX skirts or oem GM ZL1 skirts. The former are pretty hard to find as they have been discontinued for a long time. The latter are still readily available from GM.
First pic is the GFX skirts, second is the ZL1 skirts on the same car.
I have a set of nearly new ZL1 skirts for sale I’d make a deal on…

Bluebagger06 · 01-27-2024, 08:58 AM

Someone selling a used set of ZL1 side skirts on Facebook marketplace for $350

MSgt O · 01-27-2024, 09:01 AM

The best? The OEM ones, but good luck finding them at a decent price…I’m still looking…

spyderbuddy · 01-27-2024, 03:22 PM

just my opinion

Bee · 01-27-2024, 10:46 PM

I love my ACS T4 side rockers. Their fitment is spot on and they were easy to install (it would have been even easier with an extra set of hands though).

I also have their winglets, which honestly I was on the fence at first. But since they can be removed I went ahead installed them and never looked back. I will say they were a bit harder to install because I couldn't get the rivets to catch.

Name: 2022-05-22_DSC1657-1.jpg
Views: 180
Size: 489.5 KB

Name: 2022-05-22_DSC1657-1.jpg
Views: 180
Size: 489.5 KB

Name: DSC_0704.JPG
Views: 184
Size: 476.7 KB

1JEWLDSSRS · 01-28-2024, 11:41 AM

The OEM ZL1 rockers are what I have on mine, along with the rear lower quarter spats from 3D Carbon.

Name: IMG_1994.JPG
Views: 153
Size: 360.1 KB

Name: IMG_1995.JPG
Views: 156
Size: 414.0 KB

Name: IMG_1996.JPG
Views: 156
Size: 420.2 KB

Name: IMG_1997.JPG
Views: 156
Size: 371.3 KB

TheBrightSide · 01-28-2024, 01:07 PM

I’m surprised my insurance company even found a side of the OEM 10-13 GM GFX side rocker panel/skirt. I don’t think they’re painted, but I believe the prior owner of my car got them satin clear coated for extra protection.

Besides that, I did help someone go with the KBD rep rear bumper valence/diffuser and side skirts. They were both kind of a bitch to install, but definitely less complex compared to the OEM ones. KBD also didn’t have the OEM GFX front lip, but from what I’ve seen, some places sell them online, or others have sold used ones.

My friend has a used 2011 2SS L99 coupe, with an OEM GFX bodykit that he broke the front lip to. He’s tried like 3 different kinds of expensive front lips/splitters and they all seem to not fit properly. The factory front lip/splitter is more of an ABS plastic, and not so much of a rubber composite, like some of the rep GFX ones sold are. I’m debating ridding mine once I get a 10-13 version of the aggressive Z28 front splitter.

1JEWLDSSRS · 01-28-2024, 01:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TheBrightSide

I’m surprised my insurance company even found a side of the OEM 10-13 GM GFX side rocker panel/skirt. I don’t think they’re painted, but I believe the prior owner of my car got them satin clear coated for extra protection.

Besides that, I did help someone go with the KBD rep rear bumper valence/diffuser and side skirts. They were both kind of a bitch to install, but definitely less complex compared to the OEM ones. KBD also didn’t have the OEM GFX front lip, but from what I’ve seen, some places sell them online, or others have sold used ones.

My friend has a used 2011 2SS L99 coupe, with an OEM GFX bodykit that he broke the front lip to. He’s tried like 3 different kinds of expensive front lips/splitters and they all seem to not fit properly. The factory front lip/splitter is more of an ABS plastic, and not so much of a rubber composite, like some of the rep GFX ones sold are. I’m debating ridding mine once I get a 10-13 version of the aggressive Z28 front splitter.

That's the splitter I have on the front of mine. Looks great!

Bluebagger06 · 01-28-2024, 03:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bee

I love my ACS T4 side rockers. Their fitment is spot on and they were easy to install (it would have been even easier with an extra set of hands though).

I also have their winglets, which honestly I was on the fence at first. But since they can be removed I went ahead installed them and never looked back. I will say they were a bit harder to install because I couldn't get the rivets to catch.

Attachment 1145401

Attachment 1145406

I was going to go this direction because i have the T-4 splitter but they are $700 and you still have to drill and rivet them on! I got brand new factory ZL1 side skirts for $400 shipped from a guy , they came with seals and fasteners so they popped right on! I did wrap them though. They match up perfect to the splitter but i still need the back winglets!

1JEWLDSSRS · 01-28-2024, 05:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bluebagger06

I was going to go this direction because i have the T-4 splitter but they are $700 and you still have to drill and rivet them on! I got brand new factory ZL1 side skirts for $400 shipped from a guy , they came with seals and fasteners so they popped right on! I did wrap them though. They match up perfect to the splitter but i still need the back winglets!

Man that lighting makes that color on your Camaro just POP!! Can't get enough of that!!

dkp2LT · 01-29-2024, 08:54 AM

Some Inferno Orange OEM ground effects on Facebook marketplace between Salina & Wichita KS.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace...4-2552e133bd8f

Bluebagger06 · 01-29-2024, 09:02 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 1JEWLDSSRS

Man that lighting makes that color on your Camaro just POP!! Can't get enough of that!!

Thank you, I got them big 300 watt bulbs in the garage so its pretty bright, Also just washed and polished with my mothers CMX! Snows melting ,rain washed salt away and its going to be upper 40's near 50, I ready to drive it, Been awhile!

SlowLS1 · 01-29-2024, 09:05 AM

ZL1 Oem rockers for sure fit perfect!

@Bluebagger06. Car is looking slick as always sir!

01-27-2024, 08:13 AM	#1
ccutaia Drives: 2012 Black 2SS, Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Knoxville TN Posts: 145 View My Garage	Best Fitting Side Ground Effects I have a 2012 I am looking to add side ground effects to. I am looking for the ones that fit the best, which ones have the best fit and install??? __________________

01-27-2024, 08:50 AM	#2
Aqua Blue RS/SS Drives: ABM #93 Join Date: Oct 2018 Location: Lotaburger Posts: 2,696	That would be either GM GFX skirts or oem GM ZL1 skirts. The former are pretty hard to find as they have been discontinued for a long time. The latter are still readily available from GM. First pic is the GFX skirts, second is the ZL1 skirts on the same car. I have a set of nearly new ZL1 skirts for sale I’d make a deal on… Attached Images __________________ ABM #2399 2SS/RS:SOLD ABM #93 2SS/RS Black Rally stripes, Titanium Interior 4,000 miles: GM GFX side skirts and diffuser waiting on paint, GM dovetail, GM heritage, RPI ZL1 style splitter. ‘87 IROC-Z Iroc blue. all original unmolested with 50K miles. Last edited by Aqua Blue RS/SS; 01-27-2024 at 09:06 AM.

01-27-2024, 08:58 AM	#3
Bluebagger06 Drives: 2012 camaro ss Join Date: Sep 2018 Location: Illinois Posts: 442	Someone selling a used set of ZL1 side skirts on Facebook marketplace for $350 __________________ GPI Powered

01-27-2024, 03:22 PM	#5
spyderbuddy Drives: 2010 RS Inferno Orange Metallic Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Albany, Ga. Posts: 3,398 View My Garage	just my opinion Attached Images __________________ PCP Hideaway Headlight Covers, BBK Headers & High Flow Cats, ZL1 Add-ons Wicker Bill, TL1/ZL1 Hood Insert, Gen5 DIY Frameless Mirror, ABL Dash Lighting an My link Navigation, Blacked out Rear Bowtie, all Sylvania led Turn Signals, Ceramic Window Tint By Nicks, MBRP Exhaust tips, GEN5 DIY Virginia Legal DRL Harness, Painted Brake Calipers, Vittesse Throttle Controller, Heritage Grill, Diode Dynamics Led Lighting, Manual Shifter Boot, Paddle Shifters, CNC Throttle Body, Trifecta Tune, RX Catch Can & Breather, Trunk Black out and Side Grills, Chevorlet door Sills.

01-27-2024, 10:46 PM	#6
Bee Drives: SS/RS - Rally Yellow Join Date: May 2009 Location: Levittown, PA Posts: 593 View My Garage	I love my ACS T4 side rockers. Their fitment is spot on and they were easy to install (it would have been even easier with an extra set of hands though). I also have their winglets, which honestly I was on the fence at first. But since they can be removed I went ahead installed them and never looked back. I will say they were a bit harder to install because I couldn't get the rivets to catch. __________________ Check out my build here. SEPA5 South Eastern Pennsylvania 5th Gen Camaro Club

01-27-2024, 09:01 AM	#4
MSgt O Drives: 2012 Camaro 2SS/RS Vert LS3/M6 Join Date: Aug 2021 Location: Cheboygan, Michigan Posts: 660	The best? The OEM ones, but good luck finding them at a decent price…I’m still looking…

01-28-2024, 11:41 AM	#7
1JEWLDSSRS Drives: 2011 SS-RS Join Date: May 2011 Location: FLORIDA Posts: 11,449	The OEM ZL1 rockers are what I have on mine, along with the rear lower quarter spats from 3D Carbon. __________________ TSP STAGE 3 CAM,231/246 @112 LSA 614/641 LIFT, CIRCLE D 5C-4200-4500 CONVERTER,LOD INTAKE.CORSA EXHAUST. DSS 1 PC DS. PEGASUS SOLID CRADLE MOUNTS. 486RWHP/475RWTQ.LOTS MORE.

01-28-2024, 01:07 PM	#8
TheBrightSide Drives: 2010 Chevy Camaro 2SS coupe (MT) Join Date: Jan 2024 Location: Sacramento, CA - USA Posts: 44	I’m surprised my insurance company even found a side of the OEM 10-13 GM GFX side rocker panel/skirt. I don’t think they’re painted, but I believe the prior owner of my car got them satin clear coated for extra protection. Besides that, I did help someone go with the KBD rep rear bumper valence/diffuser and side skirts. They were both kind of a bitch to install, but definitely less complex compared to the OEM ones. KBD also didn’t have the OEM GFX front lip, but from what I’ve seen, some places sell them online, or others have sold used ones. My friend has a used 2011 2SS L99 coupe, with an OEM GFX bodykit that he broke the front lip to. He’s tried like 3 different kinds of expensive front lips/splitters and they all seem to not fit properly. The factory front lip/splitter is more of an ABS plastic, and not so much of a rubber composite, like some of the rep GFX ones sold are. I’m debating ridding mine once I get a 10-13 version of the aggressive Z28 front splitter.

01-29-2024, 08:54 AM	#12
dkp2LT Drives: '11 2SS, '11 C6 GS, '04 MDX Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Kearney, MO Posts: 2,848	Some Inferno Orange OEM ground effects on Facebook marketplace between Salina & Wichita KS. https://www.facebook.com/marketplace...4-2552e133bd8f

01-29-2024, 09:05 AM	#14
SlowLS1 Drives: 2010 Camaro SS , 2011 Colorado LS1 Join Date: Jan 2022 Location: Greenville, SC Posts: 833	ZL1 Oem rockers for sure fit perfect! @Bluebagger06. Car is looking slick as always sir! __________________