1LE Struts/ Shocks versus FE2,3,4 Struts/shocks - Camaro5 Chevy Camaro Forum / Camaro ZL1, SS and V6 Forums

sycraft · 02-20-2013, 08:55 PM

I know the rears are a monotube type and the fronts are valved different, but looking for a resident "pro" to explain the differences and advantages of making the switch. Mine are in the garage waiting on the springs to get here for the install thread.

sycraft · 02-21-2013, 09:28 PM

bump

nak3dsnake · 02-22-2013, 09:31 AM

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Originally Posted by sycraft

I know the rears are a monotube type and the fronts are valved different, but looking for a resident "pro" to explain the differences and advantages of making the switch. Mine are in the garage waiting on the springs to get here for the install thread.

Well after changing mine from FE3 to FE6 on the 1LE the ride is very firm. You can really feel that the valving is much more aggressive than the standard SS. There's also much more control over the weight of the car with these struts and shocks. Its a great alternative for those looking to improve handling but don't want to spend the money for coil overs.

mpyle007 · 02-22-2013, 12:44 PM

How would these improve the handling and ride quality on a 2011 ss with BMR 1.4" springs all the way around?

I can tell my stock struts / shocks can't handle the ride height.

VR Baron · 02-22-2013, 02:11 PM

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Originally Posted by mpyle007

How would these improve the handling and ride quality on a 2011 ss with BMR 1.4" springs all the way around?

I can tell my stock struts / shocks can't handle the ride height.

None can really, they make the springs to work as good as they can with the shocks. My fe4 shocks work well to control them without being stiff. I would think these will just be a stiffer ride but quicker to react as designed. Still will have the aburpt spring action to bumps and the less travel problems though

JusticePete · 02-22-2013, 03:39 PM

The 1LE dampers have a more aggressive damper map. If you would take the time to measure you ride heights Pedders style, I can comment on ride quality. You'll need a level place to measure, 1/4 tank of fuel and the car as empty as it was new.

mpyle007 · 02-22-2013, 07:42 PM

How do you measure Pedders style exactly?

JusticePete · 02-22-2013, 07:58 PM

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Originally Posted by mpyle007

How do you measure Pedders style exactly?

From the lip of the wheel rim, up through the wheel center to the painted edge of the fender. This measurement is repeatable and eliminates tire size and inflation as variables.

mpyle007 · 02-22-2013, 08:46 PM

25 3/16 front left
25 2/8 back left
25 1/4 front right
25 1/4 back right

Car in garage

mpyle007 · 02-22-2013, 08:48 PM

Well crap, car is about 75% full of gas. Ill measure again when fuel is down.

JusticePete · 02-22-2013, 08:59 PM

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Originally Posted by mpyle007

25 3/16 front left 639.mm
25 2/8 back left 641.35mm
25 1/4 front right 641.35mm
25 1/4 back right 641.35mm

Car in garage

What size are your wheels?

mpyle007 · 02-22-2013, 10:49 PM

20" stocks

mpyle007 · 02-23-2013, 10:42 AM

From what I am seeing on another post it may be too low from a ride quality stand point?

JusticePete · 02-23-2013, 11:23 AM

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Originally Posted by mpyle007

20" stocks

You sir are LOW.

OE is on average

Front 690mm
Rear 700mm

690
-641
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49mm or 2" lower than OE

700
-641
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59mm or 2.3" Lower than stock

The upgrade from OE V6 damping and a reduction in drop from2" to 1.5 will absolutely improve your ride and handling.

One last question. Aside from the 3/4 tank of fuel is there any other additional weight in your 5th Gen? i.e. 2,000,000 watt stereo, dead bodies, bricks

02-20-2013, 08:55 PM	#1
sycraft COTW 5/06/2013 Drives: 2017 Corvette Grand Sport-Ho-Vette Join Date: May 2012 Location: Milford, Michigan Posts: 3,201 View My Garage	1LE Struts/ Shocks versus FE2,3,4 Struts/shocks I know the rears are a monotube type and the fronts are valved different, but looking for a resident "pro" to explain the differences and advantages of making the switch. Mine are in the garage waiting on the springs to get here for the install thread. __________________ 2017 Grand Sport, Borla X Pipe.....Enough Said

02-21-2013, 09:28 PM	#2
sycraft COTW 5/06/2013 Drives: 2017 Corvette Grand Sport-Ho-Vette Join Date: May 2012 Location: Milford, Michigan Posts: 3,201 View My Garage	bump __________________ 2017 Grand Sport, Borla X Pipe.....Enough Said

02-22-2013, 12:44 PM	#4
mpyle007 Drives: 2011 Camaro 2SS L99 Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Texas Posts: 301	How would these improve the handling and ride quality on a 2011 ss with BMR 1.4" springs all the way around? I can tell my stock struts / shocks can't handle the ride height.

02-22-2013, 03:39 PM	#6
JusticePete Drives: Camaro Justice Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Virginia Posts: 20,174	The 1LE dampers have a more aggressive damper map. If you would take the time to measure you ride heights Pedders style, I can comment on ride quality. You'll need a level place to measure, 1/4 tank of fuel and the car as empty as it was new.

02-22-2013, 07:42 PM	#7
mpyle007 Drives: 2011 Camaro 2SS L99 Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Texas Posts: 301	How do you measure Pedders style exactly?

02-22-2013, 08:46 PM	#9
mpyle007 Drives: 2011 Camaro 2SS L99 Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Texas Posts: 301	25 3/16 front left 25 2/8 back left 25 1/4 front right 25 1/4 back right Car in garage

02-22-2013, 08:48 PM	#10
mpyle007 Drives: 2011 Camaro 2SS L99 Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Texas Posts: 301	Well crap, car is about 75% full of gas. Ill measure again when fuel is down.

02-22-2013, 10:49 PM	#12
mpyle007 Drives: 2011 Camaro 2SS L99 Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Texas Posts: 301	20" stocks

02-23-2013, 10:42 AM	#13
mpyle007 Drives: 2011 Camaro 2SS L99 Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Texas Posts: 301	From what I am seeing on another post it may be too low from a ride quality stand point?