Z28 BRAKE DUCT KIT ON 2015 ZL1 - Camaro5 Chevy Camaro Forum / Camaro ZL1, SS and V6 Forums

1troyd23 · 02-23-2016, 02:53 PM

Hello,
Just wondering if any of you have installed the Z28 brake duct kit on your ZL1 ? I think it was an option at the time I ordered mine, but decided not to. Now, I'm re-thinking it, I just need some info from you guys and maybe some pics if possible ? I don't want to have to do any cutting or drilling on my ZL1 , so hopefully it is just a "bolt on" kit ? thanks !!

z28lt1 · 02-23-2016, 03:19 PM

As far as I recall from looking at the Z/28, the Zl1 brake ducts are fairly similar to the Z/28 ducts. Both help a little, neither are optimal because they are getting the air in the general vicinity versus right at the rotor.

Due to the different fascias and wheel well liners, I suspect you would have to do some modifications, but I don't believe there is any reason to try because they are similar enough. Stick with the Zl1 ducts, or if you are a serious track guy, get something that will get the air closer.

By the way the accessories list from GM doesn't do a good job of differentiating between the models, so all the Z/28 accessory packages like the brake kit that they sell to upgrade standard Camaros, they would list for a Zl1, but it wouldn't always apply or make sense to do.

1troyd23 · 02-23-2016, 03:27 PM

Thanks for all that info !!

Stephen12ZL1 · 02-23-2016, 05:49 PM

don't waste your time...the ZL1 brake ducts vs the Z/28 are virtually the same. Get a real brake duct kit like the Quantum kit if you want to make a real difference.

KaBoom1701 · 02-23-2016, 10:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Stephen12ZL1

don't waste your time...the ZL1 brake ducts vs the Z/28 are virtually the same. Get a real brake duct kit like the Quantum kit if you want to make a real difference.

+1

1troyd23 · 02-24-2016, 12:40 AM

I haven't really looked under there...lol , there is a brake duct kit already ???

1troyd23 · 02-24-2016, 01:05 AM

The reason I ask is because at the time I was placing my order, I believe it was an option ? But I did not add it to my build list.

ron123 · 02-24-2016, 07:53 AM

Amazing car ...
Your ZL1 does already have a special huge belly pan and brake ducts installed at the factory.
Here is the 2012 ZL1 Camaro brochure - mentions brake ducts at bottom. and Hyperlink to ZL1 Brochure is shown below that:

"THE LEGEND IS REBORN
Just 69 were made. But millions never forgot the first and few
original-production 1969 Camaro ZL1 models. These mythical
racehorses are burned in memory like rubber on asphalt.
Now the dream is reawakened in a machine that’s so advanced
it sees the future in its rearview mirror."
https://www.chevrolet.com/content/da..._eBrochure.pdf
Ron

1troyd23 · 02-24-2016, 09:45 AM

Nice !!! Thanks !!!!

02-23-2016, 02:53 PM	#1
1troyd23 Drives: ZL1 Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: Ca Posts: 223	Z28 BRAKE DUCT KIT ON 2015 ZL1 Hello, Just wondering if any of you have installed the Z28 brake duct kit on your ZL1 ? I think it was an option at the time I ordered mine, but decided not to. Now, I'm re-thinking it, I just need some info from you guys and maybe some pics if possible ? I don't want to have to do any cutting or drilling on my ZL1 , so hopefully it is just a "bolt on" kit ? thanks !!

02-23-2016, 05:49 PM	#4
Stephen12ZL1 Drives: '21 ZLE A10 Join Date: May 2012 Location: Mechanicsville, VA Posts: 6,824	don't waste your time...the ZL1 brake ducts vs the Z/28 are virtually the same. Get a real brake duct kit like the Quantum kit if you want to make a real difference. __________________ '21 ZLE A10 Wild Cherry PDR 2:00.78 VIR Full 10.68@131.69 1.68 60' '17 ZL1 A10 Mosaic Black PDR/Nav 2:03.08 VIR Full 11.003@129.2 1.75 (sold) '15 Z/28 #325 Black a/c & stereo. 2:10.1 VIR Full (sold) '12 ZL1 A6 Black 10.52@131 1.55 60' 2:13 VIR Full (sold)

02-24-2016, 07:53 AM	#8
ron123 Drives: 2014 2SS/RS Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: Raleigh, NC Posts: 1,053	Amazing car ... Your ZL1 does already have a special huge belly pan and brake ducts installed at the factory. Here is the 2012 ZL1 Camaro brochure - mentions brake ducts at bottom. and Hyperlink to ZL1 Brochure is shown below that: "THE LEGEND IS REBORN Just 69 were made. But millions never forgot the first and few original-production 1969 Camaro ZL1 models. These mythical racehorses are burned in memory like rubber on asphalt. Now the dream is reawakened in a machine that’s so advanced it sees the future in its rearview mirror." https://www.chevrolet.com/content/da..._eBrochure.pdf Ron __________________ 2014 2SS/RS, Z28 CAI and High Wing Spoiler, ZL1 5.1:1 Ratio Short-Throw Shifter, ZL1 Pedals, ZL1 splash guards, NPP Dual-mode quad tip exhaust, Z28 strut tower brace, Camaro LED Cup-holders with footwell Lighting option, Leather visors, and Leather E-brake boot. Chevy dealer sponsored 67 retro SS nose stripe package.

02-23-2016, 03:19 PM	#2
z28lt1 Drives: 2014 ZL1 Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Northern Virginia Posts: 289	As far as I recall from looking at the Z/28, the Zl1 brake ducts are fairly similar to the Z/28 ducts. Both help a little, neither are optimal because they are getting the air in the general vicinity versus right at the rotor. Due to the different fascias and wheel well liners, I suspect you would have to do some modifications, but I don't believe there is any reason to try because they are similar enough. Stick with the Zl1 ducts, or if you are a serious track guy, get something that will get the air closer. By the way the accessories list from GM doesn't do a good job of differentiating between the models, so all the Z/28 accessory packages like the brake kit that they sell to upgrade standard Camaros, they would list for a Zl1, but it wouldn't always apply or make sense to do.

02-23-2016, 03:27 PM	#3
1troyd23 Drives: ZL1 Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: Ca Posts: 223	Thanks for all that info !!

02-24-2016, 12:40 AM	#6
1troyd23 Drives: ZL1 Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: Ca Posts: 223	I haven't really looked under there...lol , there is a brake duct kit already ???

02-24-2016, 01:05 AM	#7
1troyd23 Drives: ZL1 Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: Ca Posts: 223	The reason I ask is because at the time I was placing my order, I believe it was an option ? But I did not add it to my build list.

02-24-2016, 09:45 AM	#9
1troyd23 Drives: ZL1 Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: Ca Posts: 223	Nice !!! Thanks !!!!