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Ed's 2SS/RS · 12-26-2011, 08:21 PM

I am wondering how much power I can put in my 2SS/RS 2011 convertible without twisting the body. I was thinking a sport bar would strengthen it but in now way gives me roll bar protection. Does anyone have an opinion or info on this?

I'm hoping to be able to put a supercharger in it with a few other things to get it to 600hp or more.

SUX2BU · 12-26-2011, 08:31 PM

These are not the flimsy Camaros of yesteryear. I drag the hell out of my car and plan on being the fastest vert out there. I don't anticipate any body twisting problems.

Bodih · 12-26-2011, 09:16 PM

I'm curious if any different/additional bracing will be used on the ZL1 convertible compared to the SS. I don't think you'll have to worry about the body before the driveline or suspension...

united1 · 12-26-2011, 09:38 PM

You can go to 750+ no problem. Like sux2bu said these are not flimsy .

Mach · 12-26-2011, 10:03 PM

The ZL1 will come in a vert and its got 680hp.

*mlee* · 12-26-2011, 10:10 PM

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Originally Posted by SUX2BU

These are not the flimsy Camaros of yesteryear. I drag the hell out of my car and plan on being the fastest vert out there. I don't anticipate any body twisting problems.

^^^^He speaks the truth...

RED DEMON SS · 12-26-2011, 10:17 PM

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Originally Posted by Mach

The ZL1 will come in a vert and its got 680hp.

Try again, ZL1 has 580 hp at the crank not rear wheels!

SUX2BU · 12-26-2011, 10:37 PM

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Originally Posted by Farthestnorth

Try again, ZL1 has 580 hp at the crank not rear wheels!

Yeah, I should be at that much power after my cam install.

ZL600 FK · 12-26-2011, 11:44 PM

I ordered the SLP ZL600 - they do not put extra bracing as GM has already done this. I believe the vert's weight an extra 250 lbs due to the extra bracing. SLP also offered a ZL1 with 750 HP. So you are good to go up to at least 750 hp without extra bracing.

Mach · 12-27-2011, 12:17 AM

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Originally Posted by Farthestnorth

Try again, ZL1 has 580 hp at the crank not rear wheels!

My finger slipped.. I know its 580!!

*mlee* · 12-27-2011, 10:13 AM

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Originally Posted by united1

You can go to 750+ no problem. Like sux2bu said these are not flimsy .

I hope you are talking at the crank... 750 on this block is too much...

Quote:

Originally Posted by Farthestnorth

Try again, ZL1 has 580 hp at the crank not rear wheels!

He never said anything about rear wheels and the 680 was probably just a typo.

Parag · 12-27-2011, 10:48 AM

I heard the delay gm had on delivering the vert was due to the twisting issue. If they spent an extra year to develop the car to resist movement you should have no issues even on a heavy modded car. But if you are really concerned talk to ted jannetty. He has put the power in these cars and knows all issues

Ed's 2SS/RS · 12-29-2011, 07:54 AM

Thanks alot guys and gals. I'm new to Camaro ownership and I am getting pretty damn obsessed, and am glad to see how all you guys help eachother out, Thanks again I will proceed as far as my overtime will let me.

12-26-2011, 08:21 PM	#1
Ed's 2SS/RS Drives: 2011 conv. Camaro 2SS/RS Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Levittown, Pa. Posts: 18 View My Garage	torque vs convertible I am wondering how much power I can put in my 2SS/RS 2011 convertible without twisting the body. I was thinking a sport bar would strengthen it but in now way gives me roll bar protection. Does anyone have an opinion or info on this? I'm hoping to be able to put a supercharger in it with a few other things to get it to 600hp or more.

12-26-2011, 08:31 PM	#2
SUX2BU Quit being a pu$$y Drives: FAST Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Sachse TX (DFW) Posts: 5,825 View My Garage	These are not the flimsy Camaros of yesteryear. I drag the hell out of my car and plan on being the fastest vert out there. I don't anticipate any body twisting problems. __________________ <----- Click HERE to see ALL of my mods/write ups

12-26-2011, 09:16 PM	#3
Bodih I Got My Orange Crush Drives: it like I stoles it... Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Tucson, AZ Posts: 2,079	I'm curious if any different/additional bracing will be used on the ZL1 convertible compared to the SS. I don't think you'll have to worry about the body before the driveline or suspension... __________________ My love is in league with the freeway. Its passion will ride, as the cities fly by, and the tail-lights dissolve in the coming of night. And the questions in thousands take flight ~Robert Plant - Big Log~

12-26-2011, 09:38 PM	#4
united1 Drives: slpzl585vert. Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: ma. Posts: 925 View My Garage	You can go to 750+ no problem. Like sux2bu said these are not flimsy . __________________

12-26-2011, 10:03 PM	#5
Mach Drives: White M6 1LT RS Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Canton, MI Posts: 1,676	The ZL1 will come in a vert and its got 680hp. __________________ Pfadt Sway Bars - FE3 Suspension - Barton Shifter - IdealG's Clutch Master Cylinder - Trifecta - Vmax TB - Vararam Intake - MACE 25mm Insulator - Plenum Insulator - Ported/Gasket Matched Intake Manifold - Rx Catchcan - AAC DRL's - 4 Pack Aux Gauges - Steering Controls - AAC Afterburners - DIY Led Sidemarkers - ZL1 Front End Next mod: Done!

12-26-2011, 11:44 PM	#9
ZL600 FK Drives: 2012 SLP ZL600 #15 (IOM) Convert Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Columbia SC Posts: 215	I ordered the SLP ZL600 - they do not put extra bracing as GM has already done this. I believe the vert's weight an extra 250 lbs due to the extra bracing. SLP also offered a ZL1 with 750 HP. So you are good to go up to at least 750 hp without extra bracing.

12-27-2011, 10:48 AM	#12
Parag Drives: 2010 camaro 2SS LS3 Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Denver Posts: 1,334	I heard the delay gm had on delivering the vert was due to the twisting issue. If they spent an extra year to develop the car to resist movement you should have no issues even on a heavy modded car. But if you are really concerned talk to ted jannetty. He has put the power in these cars and knows all issues

12-29-2011, 07:54 AM	#13
Ed's 2SS/RS Drives: 2011 conv. Camaro 2SS/RS Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Levittown, Pa. Posts: 18 View My Garage	Thanks alot guys and gals. I'm new to Camaro ownership and I am getting pretty damn obsessed, and am glad to see how all you guys help eachother out, Thanks again I will proceed as far as my overtime will let me.

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