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Steve_ZL1 · 10-16-2014, 08:52 AM

Does anybody have this tire set up (295/35/20 F & 315/35/20 R) with the Apex 1.25 lowering springs on a ZL1? If so any rubbing?

Apex Motorsports · 10-19-2014, 09:59 AM

Rode around on a 285/315 combo yesterday without any issues.

Steve_ZL1 · 10-20-2014, 07:16 AM

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Originally Posted by Apex Motorsports

Rode around on a 285/315 combo yesterday without any issues.

Perfect. Thanks

revobasher · 10-20-2014, 09:44 PM

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Originally Posted by Apex Motorsports

Rode around on a 285/315 combo yesterday without any issues.

Awesome. Thx

Emvici · 10-20-2014, 09:45 PM

the change doesn't seem significant enough

Apex Motorsports · 10-26-2014, 05:51 PM

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Originally Posted by Emvici

the change doesn't seem significant enough

It is a solid 1 inch difference. Quite noticeable in person.

Before

After

Apex Motorsports · 11-02-2014, 01:21 PM

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Originally Posted by zfzghgr

It would be nice if you had the "after" picture from the same angle as the "before". I can't really see the difference as it is. Thanks for posting though.

Take note of the amount of gap between the wheel arch and top of the tire.

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After

Devastator25 · 11-03-2014, 03:32 PM

PM a price shipped to CA. 90019 Thanks.

MrUnsubtleNinja · 11-06-2014, 01:12 PM

Before I order these, do they come with Ride Height Sensor Rods so that the PTM will still work as stock? I recall reading that we need those for the ZL1 and CTS-V.

2011Black2SS · 11-06-2014, 10:33 PM

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Originally Posted by MrUnsubtleNinja

Before I order these, do they come with Ride Height Sensor Rods so that the PTM will still work as stock? I recall reading that we need those for the ZL1 and CTS-V.

I haven't heard of the ride height sensor rods, but I have done a couple track days and drive around on PTM 5 all the time and I haven't had any issues. Last time out it was raining so I ran on PTM 1 and I must say it impressed me in the rain. I'll have to look those up though as I am curious now.

MrUnsubtleNinja · 11-07-2014, 01:31 AM

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Originally Posted by 2011Black2SS

I haven't heard of the ride height sensor rods, but I have done a couple track days and drive around on PTM 5 all the time and I haven't had any issues. Last time out it was raining so I ran on PTM 1 and I must say it impressed me in the rain. I'll have to look those up though as I am curious now.

I know the D3 Lowering Springs for the CTS-V come with them, but to be honest I've seen that a bunch of people haven't used them and have been completely fine with it.

ZL1-V · 11-07-2014, 06:06 PM

There is no rod, I had that issue on my 2002 Escalade when I lowered it years ago. This requires transferring over the clip from the old shock and spring to the new spring. It has to be reattached.

jayno20 · 11-07-2014, 10:33 PM

Is the camber/toe still at factory spec after this and possibly an alignment? I just wanna make sure the front camber isn't going to chew the tires up. They are already expensive enough.

2011Black2SS · 11-09-2014, 09:01 AM

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Originally Posted by jayno20

Is the camber/toe still at factory spec after this and possibly an alignment? I just wanna make sure the front camber isn't going to chew the tires up. They are already expensive enough.

You will need to get the alignment done on it again to be on the safe side, but it shouldn't be out by much. I aligned mine to an aggressive street alignment, but not a full on track alignment. The Goodyear's lasted me 12k miles and 1 track day. I have switched over to MP Super Sports now.

10-16-2014, 08:52 AM	#57
Steve_ZL1 COTW 12.15.14 Drives: 2015 Camaro ZL/8 Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: New York Posts: 304	Big Tires with Apex drop??? Does anybody have this tire set up (295/35/20 F & 315/35/20 R) with the Apex 1.25 lowering springs on a ZL1? If so any rubbing?

10-19-2014, 09:59 AM	#58
Apex Motorsports Drives: 2000 Camaro SS Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Louisville, Ky. Posts: 25,165	Rode around on a 285/315 combo yesterday without any issues.

10-20-2014, 09:45 PM	#61
Emvici Drives: 2014 ZL1 White Convertible Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: St Pete Fl Posts: 682	the change doesn't seem significant enough

11-03-2014, 03:32 PM	#64
Devastator25 Drives: 2014 Black ZL1 Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 28	PM a price shipped to CA. 90019 Thanks.

11-06-2014, 01:12 PM	#65
MrUnsubtleNinja Drives: N/A Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: NORTH AMERICA Posts: 42	Before I order these, do they come with Ride Height Sensor Rods so that the PTM will still work as stock? I recall reading that we need those for the ZL1 and CTS-V.

11-07-2014, 06:06 PM	#68
ZL1-V Drives: 2013 Camaro ZL1 Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Dallas, Texas Posts: 2,154	There is no rod, I had that issue on my 2002 Escalade when I lowered it years ago. This requires transferring over the clip from the old shock and spring to the new spring. It has to be reattached.

11-07-2014, 10:33 PM	#69
jayno20 Go fast, please. Drives: 2019 Corvette ZR1 Join Date: May 2014 Location: Pittsburgh, PA Posts: 2,471 View My Garage	Is the camber/toe still at factory spec after this and possibly an alignment? I just wanna make sure the front camber isn't going to chew the tires up. They are already expensive enough.