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Happy_Dan · 08-04-2023, 09:03 AM

I added mine to the page as well!

Thekingscene · 09-08-2023, 05:51 PM

I sent it in also. I'm in the same boat I need a front left strut

sbelyo · 09-09-2023, 07:43 PM

did my part... even suggested crowd funding

Whisper1 · 09-27-2023, 05:51 PM

Just cutting and pasting a note off the CTSV forum......"Some have said that the Luft Meisters are not MagnaRide Shocks. That they are just normal twin tube shocks that "tricks" the car into thinking they are MagnaRide to keep the suspension lights and warnings from triggering. True that they are not MagnaRide shocks, they are Electromagnetic with the same magneto-rheological fluid as the stock MagnaRide shocks. They can't say MRC (Magnetic Ride Control) or MagnaRide as those are trademarked technologies from the former General Motors/Delco chassis and suspension group that was sold to BWI (Beijing West Industries) Group. There is definitely a noticeable difference between Touring and Sport, so it is not just a trick."

Anyway, Luft Meister makes Mag ride replacement shocks for dozens of vehicles including Corvettes, CTSV's, Escalades and multiple other GM products plus dozens more for multiple manufacturers. I searched but don't see anything for the ZL1. How frustrating that the CTSV guys can buy them for peanuts and ZL1 owners are stuck for the moment. FWIW the shocks are made in China.

Aqua Blue RS/SS · 10-05-2023, 12:22 PM

Appreciate this read. I am currently thinking about unloading my low mile SS for a 60K mile or less ZL1. One big hang up is the mag ride. My question is would you guys who own ZL1’s be willing to jump into one right now knowing there’s no new struts available and possibly not even in the future? I realize there are lots of other options for strut replacements but I would prefer for the car to work as intended.

Whisper1 · 10-08-2023, 09:18 PM

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Originally Posted by Aqua Blue RS/SS

Appreciate this read. I am currently thinking about unloading my low mile SS for a 60K mile or less ZL1. One big hang up is the mag ride. My question is would you guys who own ZL1’s be willing to jump into one right now knowing there’s no new struts available and possibly not even in the future? I realize there are lots of other options for strut replacements but I would prefer for the car to work as intended.

I guess the lack of a response is a no. I am chasing a random suspension noise that occurs infrequently. Took it to the best mechanic in town and he got it replicate 1 time in a couple hours of driving over different types of bumps or potholes while simultaneously turning and going up or down a hill. He could find nothing wrong. When he had the car on the lift he mentioned that there was some type of TSB on the front struts but that all mine appeared fine and were operating properly (28K miles). Hawks Motorsports has at least 20 5th gen ZL1's so that's where I will try first if one started to leak or goes out as they are about 20 miles from me. If I went to coil overs I guess it would be Vengeance Racing which is about 2 hours away.
My local mechanic mentioned that he replaces mag ride shocks on a frequent basis on late model GM products. Said the ride is horrific when they go out. Think if I was buying anything I would steer clear of cars with Mag Ride or cars with a DCT transmission. My Hellcat and Scat Pack don't have either so one less thing to fail. Just my 2 cents. When it comes to the 5th gen they are hard to beat for bang for the buck so for someone on a budget it still might be a good choice. Like my HCRE but it was 90K. Probably get a pristine low mileage ZL1 for about half that.

Rob GTO · 10-09-2023, 01:17 PM

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Originally Posted by Aqua Blue RS/SS

Appreciate this read. I am currently thinking about unloading my low mile SS for a 60K mile or less ZL1. One big hang up is the mag ride. My question is would you guys who own ZL1’s be willing to jump into one right now knowing there’s no new struts available and possibly not even in the future? I realize there are lots of other options for strut replacements but I would prefer for the car to work as intended.

I got mine at 63k miles in spring, 3 out of the 4 were bad. Rears I was able to get new from rock auto for 430ish +5% off and the one front that was bad I got from a salvage yard with 30k miles for 225 complete assembly.

Whisper1 · 10-10-2023, 01:43 PM

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Originally Posted by Rob GTO

I got mine at 63k miles in spring, 3 out of the 4 were bad. Rears I was able to get new from rock auto for 430ish +5% off and the one front that was bad I got from a salvage yard with 30k miles for 225 complete assembly.

Good info Rob. I just checked on Rock Auto and don't see those rears listed. Am I missing it or have they sold out at this point?
I think I need to just buy a new set of rears if there was anyone that had them (just in case) and then scramble for a front.

Edit: I do see these rears on Summit and the parts number is a match. A little confusing since they call them gas filled and not mag ride....

ACDelco GM Genuine Parts Shocks and Struts 19300041
Shock/Strut, Rear, Gas-charged, Chevy, Each

Part Number: ADO-580-445

5.0 out of 5 stars ( 5 )

In Stock (more than 16 available)
Estimated Ship Date: Today

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Guys, is this the correct rear strut for replacement on our ZL1? Just want to confirm before I drop $1300.

bsn · 10-10-2023, 05:14 PM

Rock Auto list the rear ZL1 under Suspension-shock/strut $455.79 each.

Whisper1 · 10-10-2023, 06:11 PM

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Originally Posted by bsn

Rock Auto list the rear ZL1 under Suspension-shock/strut $455.79 each.

Yes Sir BSN, that's a saving of $322 over the Summit price. I see them now. Got tired of worrying about no parts so I will have these in case I keep the car. Can make a pass at the strip without worrying that a rear might go out. Thanks for saving this old man a few dollars.

Rob GTO · 10-31-2023, 02:31 PM

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Originally Posted by Whisper1

Yes Sir BSN, that's a saving of $322 over the Summit price. I see them now. Got tired of worrying about no parts so I will have these in case I keep the car. Can make a pass at the strip without worrying that a rear might go out. Thanks for saving this old man a few dollars.

You can also apply the 5% off coupon you can find on google on rockauto, so they come out decent

sinisterZL1 · 05-26-2024, 08:34 AM

Still no source for front struts eh?

LevonH · 05-26-2024, 10:26 AM

I gave up. Even sold the Camaro.

Tomtom87 · 05-26-2024, 01:24 PM

I read somewhere that the aftermarket suppliers cant do anything until the patent is up in 2025. Dont know how true that is.

09-27-2023, 05:51 PM	#88
Whisper1 Never Satisfied Drives: 2012 ZL1, 2017 Challenger Scat Pack Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: Anderson, SC Posts: 74	Luft Meister Magnetic Ride Shocks Just cutting and pasting a note off the CTSV forum......"Some have said that the Luft Meisters are not MagnaRide Shocks. That they are just normal twin tube shocks that "tricks" the car into thinking they are MagnaRide to keep the suspension lights and warnings from triggering. True that they are not MagnaRide shocks, they are Electromagnetic with the same magneto-rheological fluid as the stock MagnaRide shocks. They can't say MRC (Magnetic Ride Control) or MagnaRide as those are trademarked technologies from the former General Motors/Delco chassis and suspension group that was sold to BWI (Beijing West Industries) Group. There is definitely a noticeable difference between Touring and Sport, so it is not just a trick." Anyway, Luft Meister makes Mag ride replacement shocks for dozens of vehicles including Corvettes, CTSV's, Escalades and multiple other GM products plus dozens more for multiple manufacturers. I searched but don't see anything for the ZL1. How frustrating that the CTSV guys can buy them for peanuts and ZL1 owners are stuck for the moment. FWIW the shocks are made in China. __________________ 2012 ZL1 A6 -stock for the moment, Go Mango Challenger Scat Pack Track Pack A8, 2022 Go Mango Hellcat Redeye Challenger, 2000 WS6 - M6, 433 RWHP, 405 RWTQ - SOLD

10-05-2023, 12:22 PM	#89
Aqua Blue RS/SS Drives: ABM #93 Join Date: Oct 2018 Location: Lotaburger Posts: 2,748	Appreciate this read. I am currently thinking about unloading my low mile SS for a 60K mile or less ZL1. One big hang up is the mag ride. My question is would you guys who own ZL1’s be willing to jump into one right now knowing there’s no new struts available and possibly not even in the future? I realize there are lots of other options for strut replacements but I would prefer for the car to work as intended. __________________ ABM #2399 2SS/RS:SOLD ABM #93 2SS/RS Black Rally stripes, Titanium Interior 4,000 miles: GM GFX side skirts and diffuser waiting on paint, GM dovetail, GM heritage, RPI ZL1 style splitter. ‘87 IROC-Z Iroc blue. all original unmolested with 50K miles.

05-26-2024, 10:26 AM	#97
LevonH Chevy Enthusiast. Drives: 2015 Camaro ZL1 Summit White Join Date: Jan 2019 Location: Calgary Area, Alberta Posts: 222	I gave up. Even sold the Camaro. __________________ Levon H. Bone Stock

08-04-2023, 09:03 AM	#85
Happy_Dan Happy_Dan Drives: 2012 IOM Camaro ZL1 #569 Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: New Boston, NH Posts: 2,242	I added mine to the page as well!

09-08-2023, 05:51 PM	#86
Thekingscene Drives: 2013 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 Join Date: Jul 2020 Location: Tennessee Posts: 2	I sent it in also. I'm in the same boat I need a front left strut

09-09-2023, 07:43 PM	#87
sbelyo Drives: n/a Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: United States Posts: 67	did my part... even suggested crowd funding

10-10-2023, 05:14 PM	#93
bsn Drives: 2013 ZL1 Join Date: Sep 2021 Location: Virginia Posts: 333	Rock Auto list the rear ZL1 under Suspension-shock/strut $455.79 each.

05-26-2024, 08:34 AM	#96
sinisterZL1 Drives: 2014 ZL1 - M6 Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: Sylvan lake A.B. Canada Posts: 148 View My Garage	Still no source for front struts eh?

05-26-2024, 01:24 PM	#98
Tomtom87 Drives: 2013 Camaro ZL1 Join Date: Sep 2022 Location: Chicago Posts: 33	I read somewhere that the aftermarket suppliers cant do anything until the patent is up in 2025. Dont know how true that is.