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keving2873 · 05-13-2013, 11:07 PM

Can you upgrade from Stage 3 to Stage 4 or would you be wasting a bit of money in the upgrade with replacing parts again?

K32 Camaro · 05-14-2013, 01:07 AM

^ Stage 4 just adds some more parts over stage 3. It does not upgrade any of the aftermarket parts further.

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Originally Posted by r1coder

Does anyone know if the ZL Spec Stage 3 kit requires the front Endlink kit for installation on a 2012 SS LS3 Coupe?
The sway bar installation guide seems to suggest that they are required but I'm not sure if that only applies to the '10 and '11 models.

I was wondering the same thing..

CHMSC · 05-14-2013, 01:11 AM

I am as well. I think you need the rear end link but not sure about the front?

K32 Camaro · 05-14-2013, 03:18 AM

^ On the 2012 I know you do not need the rear end links (LCA's) but the front I'm unsure of..

Apex Motorsports · 05-14-2013, 05:38 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by r1coder

Does anyone know if the ZL Spec Stage 3 kit requires the front Endlink kit for installation on a 2012 SS LS3 Coupe?
The sway bar installation guide seems to suggest that they are required but I'm not sure if that only applies to the '10 and '11 models.

With the ZL Spec bars you really need the front end links. If you don't upgrade them the stock ones will fail. The stock 2012+ rear end links are rock solid though.

r1coder · 05-14-2013, 07:37 AM

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Originally Posted by Apex Chase

With the ZL Spec bars you really need the front end links. If you don't upgrade them the stock ones will fail. The stock 2012+ rear end links are rock solid though.

Thanks a bunch!

PfadtRacing · 05-14-2013, 10:09 AM

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Originally Posted by Apex Chase

With the ZL Spec bars you really need the front end links. If you don't upgrade them the stock ones will fail. The stock 2012+ rear end links are rock solid though.

Agreed, if you're going to tighten everything up and have the car turning on rails..... please don't leave a weak link in the system, its just not worth the compromise and headache down the road.

To the OP, let us know how that car is cornering!

NC-V · 05-14-2013, 11:41 AM

As Apex and Pfadt already stated, the upgraded front endlinks aren't absolutely required to make the system work, but if you plan to use the suspension as intended they will without a doubt fail. The ZL spec bars are STOUT and will bend those stock front end links like a tooth pick. Definitely a worth while upgrade!

PfadtRacing · 05-24-2013, 10:23 AM

Any updates??

05-13-2013, 11:07 PM	#15
keving2873 Drives: 2011 Camaro 2SS RS Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Bremerton, WA Posts: 701 View My Garage	Can you upgrade from Stage 3 to Stage 4 or would you be wasting a bit of money in the upgrade with replacing parts again? __________________ 2023 Black ZL1 Awaiting Allocation 476whp 455trq / Tuned by Tom Wong CAI Intake with ADM Scoop, Borla ATAK cat-back, ARH 1 7/8 Headers and HF Cats Custom Comp Cam 231/234 114LSA 617/598 lift, Katech timing chain Apex Catch-can VMAX Ported Throttle Body 20" Niche Essen's wrapped in Michelin PSS 315/295

05-14-2013, 01:11 AM	#17
CHMSC ROAD COURSE JUNKIE Drives: 2012 SS/RS LS3 Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Somewhere Posts: 4,868 View My Garage	I am as well. I think you need the rear end link but not sure about the front? __________________

05-14-2013, 11:41 AM	#22
NC-V Drives: cts-v Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Mooresville, NC Posts: 506	As Apex and Pfadt already stated, the upgraded front endlinks aren't absolutely required to make the system work, but if you plan to use the suspension as intended they will without a doubt fail. The ZL spec bars are STOUT and will bend those stock front end links like a tooth pick. Definitely a worth while upgrade! __________________ S.L. Customs www.slcustomsonline.com www.facebook.com/S.L.CustomsLLC

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