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fif_gen_powa · 02-24-2018, 01:33 PM

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Originally Posted by 760bowtie

I had the same issue. Used the puller and came right out

Cool, people were saying it came right off and I'm over here beating the shit out of it and it's not moving lol picking up a puller later today

760bowtie · 02-25-2018, 09:47 AM

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Originally Posted by fif_gen_powa

Cool, people were saying it came right off and I'm over here beating the shit out of it and it's not moving lol picking up a puller later today

LOL, same here.

ColdfuzionTN · 08-14-2018, 05:46 PM

Hey all need some help fast. I ordered all the parts listed and the transflange seems to be wrong for my 2012 ss 6l80e. Anyone have the correct part number or chance it was just wrong in the box? The hole for the splines is way to narrow compared to the one that came off.

ColdfuzionTN · 08-14-2018, 05:50 PM

Nevermind I see the auto is supposed to use 24256909 now.

Thanks

WeflyhereSS · 01-30-2020, 08:30 AM

Just wanted to chime in and say this is a great thread helped a lot

Jaydubzzz · 09-08-2020, 06:45 PM

So i’ve Finished my swap and ive purchased everything required for this swap as said in this thread. However when i installed the ZL1 transmission flange i CANNOT get it to sit flush against the seal on the transmission how the stock ss flange was. Has anyone else had this problem and if so what wad your resolution? I only have about a quarter inch to go until its flush if even that. Attached is a picture of it.

racesloth · 10-27-2020, 09:23 PM

Just ordered a ZL1 Rear - 3.73 for my M6. Thanks for putting the info together.

racesloth · 11-16-2020, 10:33 AM

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Originally Posted by cc-rider

Yep. I think you got them there. Available for $4 apiece at summit:

https://m.summitracing.com/parts/nal...FQIKaQodPe0I1g

You can order these fm Rock Auto for 2.48 a piece.

John_C · 09-28-2021, 11:03 PM

Anyone try any of these kits?

https://driveshaftshop.com/product/2...onversion-kit/

https://www.gforce1320.com/product/5...aro-9-irs-kit/

This one will need custom DS and some good axels: https://www.strangeengineering.net/p...sembly-2.html/

HOU_TX_SS · 10-20-2021, 09:43 AM

I have kooks full exhaust on my car with the ZL1 differential swap and 15in conversion. My exhaust is hitting the differential even after a bit of "massaging with a hammer" to fix it. Wondering if I need to get a ZL1 specific exhaust the clear the dif. Any help is appreciated.

CamaroCracka · 10-20-2021, 12:58 PM

I cut the hanger on the cradle and welded in a short piece of bar stock dropping it about half and inch or so.

HOU_TX_SS · 10-21-2021, 07:37 PM

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Originally Posted by CamaroCracka

I cut the hanger on the cradle and welded in a short piece of bar stock dropping it about half and inch or so.

Thanks for that. I'll get under there again and see if I can do the same.

eLeSthree · 10-25-2021, 11:05 AM

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Originally Posted by HOU_TX_SS

I have kooks full exhaust on my car with the ZL1 differential swap and 15in conversion. My exhaust is hitting the differential even after a bit of "massaging with a hammer" to fix it. Wondering if I need to get a ZL1 specific exhaust the clear the dif. Any help is appreciated.

My exhaust was made in the car, so it probably sits different than yours, but even lowered an inch (flipped hangers and added spacers) it still hit the pumpkin. I had to limp to the muffler shop and have them cut out a section, then weld in a new piece of bent 3 inch.

and yea this thread was helpful.

-Im.z2ight- · 03-09-2022, 01:23 AM

Going from a m6 Ss to a 3.71 zl1 rear diff, I just need the flange and the new bolts/nuts?

01-30-2020, 08:30 AM	#117
WeflyhereSS Drives: 2012 Black on Black Camaro 2ss Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: CT Posts: 883 View My Garage	Just wanted to chime in and say this is a great thread helped a lot __________________ "How do u keep it under the speed limit? YOU CANT HAHAHAHA"

09-08-2020, 06:45 PM	#118
Jaydubzzz Drives: 2010 camaro ss Join Date: Jun 2019 Location: Maryland Posts: 1	Fluid leaking from trans flange So i’ve Finished my swap and ive purchased everything required for this swap as said in this thread. However when i installed the ZL1 transmission flange i CANNOT get it to sit flush against the seal on the transmission how the stock ss flange was. Has anyone else had this problem and if so what wad your resolution? I only have about a quarter inch to go until its flush if even that. Attached is a picture of it. Attached Images

10-27-2020, 09:23 PM	#119
racesloth Dan Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS IOM Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: Georgia, USA not the other one Posts: 1,055	Just ordered a ZL1 Rear - 3.73 for my M6. Thanks for putting the info together. __________________ Dan 2010 IOM SS YSI-B, Pat G Cam, Ported CTS-V Heads, ARH LTs MBRP 3" exhaust http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showth...&highlight=ysi

10-20-2021, 09:43 AM	#122
HOU_TX_SS Drives: Camaro SS Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Katy, Texas Posts: 156	Exhaust issue I have kooks full exhaust on my car with the ZL1 differential swap and 15in conversion. My exhaust is hitting the differential even after a bit of "massaging with a hammer" to fix it. Wondering if I need to get a ZL1 specific exhaust the clear the dif. Any help is appreciated. __________________ Fully Built 416ci / Procharger F1X / Century Built 4L80 / ZL1 Differential / Alky Control Meth /Circle D Triple Disk / ID1300s / Fore Innovations Return / Kooks Full Exhaust / Holley HiRam / e85 / 15in Conversion on Forgestar Beadlocks / Tuner: Pat G

10-20-2021, 12:58 PM	#123
CamaroCracka Drives: 2010 Turbo LS3 Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Palm Bay, FL Posts: 3,045	I cut the hanger on the cradle and welded in a short piece of bar stock dropping it about half and inch or so. __________________ 2010 SS - Kind of an On3 kit, CTR 78/80, CompCam 239/251 620/632 122+4, E85, Z28 suspension and ZL1 diff with Outlaw axles. Gen6 ZL1 brakes. 2011 Vert - 416/w 230/236 .612/.602 115lsa, 1LE suspension w/32mm rear bar. Z28 diff. Gen6 ZL1 brakes.

08-14-2018, 05:46 PM	#115
ColdfuzionTN Drives: 2012 Camaro SS Join Date: Oct 2016 Location: Greeneville, TN Posts: 187	Hey all need some help fast. I ordered all the parts listed and the transflange seems to be wrong for my 2012 ss 6l80e. Anyone have the correct part number or chance it was just wrong in the box? The hole for the splines is way to narrow compared to the one that came off.

08-14-2018, 05:50 PM	#116
ColdfuzionTN Drives: 2012 Camaro SS Join Date: Oct 2016 Location: Greeneville, TN Posts: 187	Nevermind I see the auto is supposed to use 24256909 now. Thanks

09-28-2021, 11:03 PM	#121
John_C LSx FTW!!! Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS RS Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: TN Posts: 781	Anyone try any of these kits? https://driveshaftshop.com/product/2...onversion-kit/ https://www.gforce1320.com/product/5...aro-9-irs-kit/ This one will need custom DS and some good axels: https://www.strangeengineering.net/p...sembly-2.html/

03-09-2022, 01:23 AM	#126
-Im.z2ight- Drives: 2013 Camaro 2SS "Diablo" Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: California Posts: 135	Going from a m6 Ss to a 3.71 zl1 rear diff, I just need the flange and the new bolts/nuts? __________________ Diablo - 2013 Camaro 2SS Mod List: GM NPP Dual mode exhaust(Fuse pulled), AGP Twin Turbo 54/57, ZL1 Fuel pump with flex fuel sensor, ADM FPCM, ID1000 Injectors, diamond racing forged pistons, BTR twin turbo cam stage 2, Lunati forged H beam rods, BTR trunnions, ARP head studs, Vararam power wedge, MightyMouse Wild catch can, PFADT 1.25" drop springs, BMR Strut tower brace, 20x10.5 Giovanna Mecca rear and 20x9 Giovanna Mecca fronts, R1 Concepts drilled and slotted rotors, Hawk HPS pads, Night Owl RGB halo kit, and more... Future Mods: Dual fuel pump and more...