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sycraft · 02-26-2013, 11:38 AM

Car goes in tommorrow for some upgrades, here is a shot of the OE 1LE struts and shocks with the correct shock mounts. The reat of the components will be updated later, as they are a surprise.....

SPCBA · 02-26-2013, 11:56 AM

why did you choose 1le parts instead of aftermarket? how much did that setup cost you? last time i checked the 1le parts did not have a price from gm yet

biggerisbetter · 02-26-2013, 12:46 PM

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Originally Posted by SPCBA

why did you choose 1le parts instead of aftermarket?

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sycraft · 02-26-2013, 12:54 PM

I chose the 1LE because they work and they are much more cost effective than aftermarket. The other option was coilovers, and I did not want to spend that amount for the limited track use it will get. The 1LE is a very cost effective way to get the suspension done right. I will say that I will be using another manufacturers ZL1 specific sways, springs, toe links, LCA's, bump steer kit, ect. more on that once I get that together tomorrow.

Backlash · 02-26-2013, 02:55 PM

where did you get the OEM 1LE stuff at? I am also wanting to go the same route.

sycraft · 02-27-2013, 12:09 AM

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Originally Posted by Backlash

where did you get the OEM 1LE stuff at? I am also wanting to go the same route.

Go to a dealer and have them look up parts to a 2013 1LE and order...

Avalnch · 02-27-2013, 12:16 AM

Those parts won't do anything for you until you get your sway bars upgraded.

Cuda7050 · 02-27-2013, 08:28 AM

Please report back on the ride and cornering difference with just the strut and shock change.

caverman · 02-27-2013, 10:27 AM

I'm intrested in hearing how they work as well. Approximately what is the cost of the 1LE struts/shocks?

heymatt · 02-27-2013, 02:14 PM

Are you gonna have it all back together for the Rally?

nak3dsnake · 02-27-2013, 02:40 PM

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Originally Posted by SPCBA

why did you choose 1le parts instead of aftermarket? how much did that setup cost you? last time i checked the 1le parts did not have a price from gm yet

Everything cost me about 1K for the whole package. I did a complete conversion with 1LE parts. Except the rear cradle which will be pedders full bushing replacement once the weather gets a little warmer. I also already had the springs and didn't need to buy them.

nak3dsnake · 02-27-2013, 02:42 PM

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Originally Posted by caverman

I'm intrested in hearing how they work as well. Approximately what is the cost of the 1LE struts/shocks?

I paid 70 from the front struts and 180 for the rear shocks.

AKA-22 · 02-27-2013, 02:44 PM

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sycraft · 02-27-2013, 03:29 PM

Yes Matt it will be ready for the rally.

Here are the parts installed today, LSR is a pleasure to deal with and their prices are very competitive. LSR Springs, LCA's, Toe Links (Billet) Bump Steer ket ( since lowering the vehicle alters the steering geometry, this returs the steering angles to the correct angle), Front LSR Sway and rear ZL1 sway until the LSR sway comes in. The ride is incredible, corners on rails and very compliant on bumps, no harsh ride at all and turns flat.

02-26-2013, 11:38 AM	#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	Transformation to 1LE begins Car goes in tommorrow for some upgrades, here is a shot of the OE 1LE struts and shocks with the correct shock mounts. The reat of the components will be updated later, as they are a surprise..... Attached Images __________________ 2017 Grand Sport, Borla X Pipe.....Enough Said

02-26-2013, 11:56 AM	#2
SPCBA Drives: pleather and Chiclets Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: a line somwhere Posts: 4,206 View My Garage	why did you choose 1le parts instead of aftermarket? how much did that setup cost you? last time i checked the 1le parts did not have a price from gm yet __________________ the power by www.cunningham-motorsports.com the brakes by www.RacingBrake.com

02-26-2013, 12:54 PM	#4
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	I chose the 1LE because they work and they are much more cost effective than aftermarket. The other option was coilovers, and I did not want to spend that amount for the limited track use it will get. The 1LE is a very cost effective way to get the suspension done right. I will say that I will be using another manufacturers ZL1 specific sways, springs, toe links, LCA's, bump steer kit, ect. more on that once I get that together tomorrow. __________________ 2017 Grand Sport, Borla X Pipe.....Enough Said

02-26-2013, 02:55 PM	#5
Backlash Drives: 2010 1SS/RS LS3 Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Cleveland, Ohio Posts: 123	where did you get the OEM 1LE stuff at? I am also wanting to go the same route. __________________ My Previous Camaros 92 RS Purple Haze w/Silver Stripes 25th Anv. Heritage Edition 94 Z28 Medium Quazar Blue My Current Camaro 2010 IOM w/CGM Stripes 1SS/RS LS3

02-27-2013, 12:16 AM	#7
Avalnch Drives: Rally Yellow Camaro+Avalanche Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Vancouver Posts: 1,110	Those parts won't do anything for you until you get your sway bars upgraded. __________________ Vengeance Kaotik Cam, C.A.I., ARH LT, Pypes Cat Back, ZL1 Shifter+2012LS3VERT bushing, Quantum Brake Ducts, JDP Tow Hook Scorch Yellow Trim Kit, Shark Fin, AAC DRLs+ABLs+SMDs, ZTA Rear Spoiler, R.Y. 1LE Splitter. Pfadt coilovers, camber plates, trailing arms, Pegasus Solid Subframe. Pedders ZL1 barz, radius arm & steering rack bushings. BMR adjustable toe-rods. Hotchkis Max Chassis Brace. ZL1 GMPP Driveline Upgrade. TurnOne P/S pump. CTS-V 6 pistons. 447 HP @ 6180 RPM / 418 TQ @ 5100 RPM

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02-27-2013, 10:27 AM	#9
caverman Drives: '69 SS Convertible Join Date: May 2009 Location: DFW, TX Posts: 7,111	I'm intrested in hearing how they work as well. Approximately what is the cost of the 1LE struts/shocks? __________________ *-2010 Camaro* 2SS \| M6 \| VR w/White Stripes \| 1 3/4" KOOKS - 3" Magnaflow \| LPE 3.91 gears \| ADM tuned \| Halltech w/ADM Scoop \| Spohn/BMR Trailing Arm/Toe Rod \| BC Coilovers\| Pedders FE4 ZL1 swaybars \| Cradle/Diff/Radius Rod bushings \| VMax TB \| Morimoto Projectors \| MGW shifter \| Red Calipers Build Journal

02-27-2013, 02:14 PM	#10
heymatt Drives: 2012 IBM 2SS Vert. Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Tequesta, Fl. Posts: 784	Are you gonna have it all back together for the Rally? __________________ LS3/M6 K&N, VMAX throttle body, RX Catch Can, skip shift eliminator, DT shorties and Solo HFC, DRL harness and 5K LED DRL, ZL1 rear sway, 1LE front sway

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02-27-2013, 03:29 PM	#14
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	Yes Matt it will be ready for the rally. Here are the parts installed today, LSR is a pleasure to deal with and their prices are very competitive. LSR Springs, LCA's, Toe Links (Billet) Bump Steer ket ( since lowering the vehicle alters the steering geometry, this returs the steering angles to the correct angle), Front LSR Sway and rear ZL1 sway until the LSR sway comes in. The ride is incredible, corners on rails and very compliant on bumps, no harsh ride at all and turns flat. Attached Images __________________ 2017 Grand Sport, Borla X Pipe.....Enough Said Last edited by sycraft; 02-27-2013 at 06:55 PM.