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flht99b · 08-25-2020, 03:01 PM

Factory GFX kit used the same rear fascia as the LS, LT and SS Camaro's.

InFiD3ViL · 08-25-2020, 03:21 PM

This will probably sound stupid, but what about taking the rear bumper cover off and then trying the fitment?

Maybe something is getting distorted with the bumper already installed?

BenLC · 08-25-2020, 06:03 PM

Yeah, Idk. I just installed the replacement diffuser Summit sent me and the fitment is exactly the same.. so I guess it must be something with the bumper, I just have no idea what to do about it. I know it might be overly OCD, but it's driving me nuts that it doesn't line up lol.

witenite · 08-25-2020, 07:53 PM

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Originally Posted by BenLC

I just installed an OEM 1LE diffuser after removing the factory GFX, but both of the sides look like this. I'm assuming that's not normal?

Made me go out and look at mine. Looks the same as yours on both sides. Mine is the factory single tip non 1LE diffuser.

BenLC · 08-25-2020, 08:41 PM

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You made me go out and look at mine. Looks the same as yours on both sides. Factory single tip non 1LE diffuser.

Huh.. I guess some of the bumpers are just that way. Guess I'll get over it, lol.

InFiD3ViL · 08-25-2020, 09:29 PM

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Huh.. I guess some of the bumpers are just that way. Guess I'll get over it, lol.

Well there you go! It's just GM's poor mold tooling, not your car!

I promise you, you are likely the only one that will ever notice this. I assume you are doing this for the awesome quad tips, so that will serve as a worthy distraction.

BenLC · 08-25-2020, 10:24 PM

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Originally Posted by InFiD3ViL

Well there you go! It's just GM's poor mold tooling, not your car!

I promise you, you are likely the only one that will ever notice this. I assume you are doing this for the awesome quad tips, so that will serve as a worthy distraction.

It does make me feel better haha. And you are correct, I am patiently waiting for my quad tips to arrive! I appreciate all the replies!

InFiD3ViL · 08-25-2020, 10:43 PM

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It does make me feel better haha. And you are correct, I am patiently waiting for my quad tips to arrive! I appreciate all the replies!

I have debated this as well, as the quad tips just look so damn good. But I just can't get the nerve up to take the GFX diffuser off. It has always sucked whenever looking for exhaust systems as very few work with the GFX without modification, so I have had to hack the tips off of brand new systems before. Some companies will sell s 'GFX compatible' system, but that just means you don't get tips. Oh well.

Post some pics of the quad tips when you get them installed if you get a chance?

BenLC · 08-26-2020, 08:03 AM

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Originally Posted by InFiD3ViL

I have debated this as well, as the quad tips just look so damn good. But I just can't get the nerve up to take the GFX diffuser off. It has always sucked whenever looking for exhaust systems as very few work with the GFX without modification, so I have had to hack the tips off of brand new systems before. Some companies will sell s 'GFX compatible' system, but that just means you don't get tips. Oh well.

Post some pics of the quad tips when you get them installed if you get a chance?

Sure! And I know how you feel, I've never liked the square bevels/lack of tips, and I kinda felt like I was going in blind due to the lack of info on removing GFX. That being said, it really wasn't too difficult. If you ever decide to remove it and you have any questions, feel free to message me!

1JEWLDSSRS · 08-26-2020, 09:06 AM

lol, this made me go out and look at mine, and it has about an 1/8 inch gap all the way around, but my quarter spats cover it up some what.

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BenLC · 08-26-2020, 09:56 AM

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Originally Posted by 1JEWLDSSRS

lol, this made me go out and look at mine, and it has about an 1/8 inch gap all the way around, but my quarter spats cover it up some what.

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Lol! Well gaps aside, I'm still stoked because those quad tips look reeeeaaaal nice.

InFiD3ViL · 08-26-2020, 11:50 AM

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Lol! Well gaps aside, I'm still stoked because those quad tips look reeeeaaaal nice.

Are you still using your GFX side skirts? If so, getting a set of rear quarter spats like 1JEWLDSSRS has might help to hide some of that gap, and also keep the flow of the GFX skirts.

1JEWLDSSRS · 08-26-2020, 02:57 PM

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Lol! Well gaps aside, I'm still stoked because those quad tips look reeeeaaaal nice.

lol, thanks sir. Yea I have the Flow Master ZL1 3" Outlaw catback on there and really love the quad tips. Before that, I had a set of 4" quad tips on a Dynomax axle back set up. Looking to change out to a Corsa Extreme catback, this one drones like crazy, but it sounds freakin great !!

1JEWLDSSRS · 08-26-2020, 03:00 PM

These would flow well with the GFX side skirts.

https://www.phastekperformance.com/2...er-skirt-p.htm

08-25-2020, 03:01 PM	#15
flht99b Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS/RS RJT Join Date: May 2009 Location: Knoxville Posts: 1,574 View My Garage	Factory GFX kit used the same rear fascia as the LS, LT and SS Camaro's. __________________ RJT 2SS/RS, AAM 3.70's, MTI Sway Bars, Shifter & SS brake lines, ZLI calipers, rotors & pads, BMR Trailing & Toe Arms, rear cradle & diff bushes, Pedders XA's, Camber/Toe eccentrics, Radius arm inserts, GTO clutch reservoir, LS9 cam, Comp valve springs, Melling 10296 oil pump, CR5 timing chain, LS6 damper, CAI Cold Air Intake, ARH LT headers w/HF cats, GMPP touring axle back, Elite Engineering Catch Can, Forgeline 20x9.5 & 20x11 DS3 whls, 275/40/20 & 315/35/20 tires, 2011 Convertible spoiler, 1LE front spoiler, Lloyd "SS" Floor Mats, GM Camaro Trunk Mat, wrapped console & Grant steering wheel.

08-25-2020, 03:21 PM	#16
InFiD3ViL Drives: 2010 CGM 2SS/RS LS3 Swapped A6 Join Date: Sep 2016 Location: Spring Hill, FL Posts: 4,575	This will probably sound stupid, but what about taking the rear bumper cover off and then trying the fitment? Maybe something is getting distorted with the bumper already installed? __________________ 2010 CGM Camaro 2SS LS3 Swapped A6 - GPI LS3 SS1 .647/.638, (224/237, 112 +4, 7º overlap) on CamMotion 8620 core, BTR Platinum .660" Dual Spring kit w/titanium retainers, CHE bronze trunnion upgrade, stock heads milled @ .015, Melling HV 10296 oil pump, TSP 1-7/8" long tube headers (W/Catless Off-road Pipes), Corsa Xtreme 3" Catback, GPI Ported/Rod Mod Intake, Stage 2 Ported Throttle Body, Vararam OTR CAI, Mike Norris Gen 2 catch can + GM 1LE clean side separator, 160º thermostat - Megan Racing adjustable coilovers (lowered 1.75"), MRR M017 10/11" wheels-Tuned by Ryan @ GPI

08-25-2020, 06:03 PM	#17
BenLC Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS Join Date: Apr 2019 Location: Tennessee Posts: 33 View My Garage	Yeah, Idk. I just installed the replacement diffuser Summit sent me and the fitment is exactly the same.. so I guess it must be something with the bumper, I just have no idea what to do about it. I know it might be overly OCD, but it's driving me nuts that it doesn't line up lol. Last edited by BenLC; 08-25-2020 at 08:33 PM.

08-26-2020, 09:06 AM	#24
1JEWLDSSRS Drives: 2011 SS-RS Join Date: May 2011 Location: FLORIDA Posts: 11,435	lol, this made me go out and look at mine, and it has about an 1/8 inch gap all the way around, but my quarter spats cover it up some what. __________________ TSP STAGE 3 CAM,231/246 @112 LSA 614/641 LIFT, CIRCLE D 5C-4200-4500 CONVERTER,LOD INTAKE.CORSA EXHAUST. DSS 1 PC DS. PEGASUS SOLID CRADLE MOUNTS. 486RWHP/475RWTQ.LOTS MORE.

08-26-2020, 03:00 PM	#28
1JEWLDSSRS Drives: 2011 SS-RS Join Date: May 2011 Location: FLORIDA Posts: 11,435	These would flow well with the GFX side skirts. https://www.phastekperformance.com/2...er-skirt-p.htm __________________ TSP STAGE 3 CAM,231/246 @112 LSA 614/641 LIFT, CIRCLE D 5C-4200-4500 CONVERTER,LOD INTAKE.CORSA EXHAUST. DSS 1 PC DS. PEGASUS SOLID CRADLE MOUNTS. 486RWHP/475RWTQ.LOTS MORE.