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CAMARO ZL1 FAQ and INFORMATION
Below is what we KNOW of the 2012 CAMARO ZL1. Included is information from GM media, statements, and employees, but final details have not been set in stone. GM reserves the right to make changes at their discretion, and these posts will be revised to reflect such revisions. All features are to be considered standard unless otherwise noted.
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Model Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 Body style / driveline: four-passenger, front-engine, rear-drive coupe Construction: unitized body frame, one and two-sided galvanized steel EPA vehicle class: coupe Manufacturing location: Oshawa, Ontario, Canada Key competitors: Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 Engine LSA 6.2L Supercharged V-8 Displacement (cu in / cc): 376 / 6162 Bore & stroke (in / mm): 4.06 / 103.25 x 3.62 / 92 mm Block material: cast aluminum (319-T5) Cylinder head material: cast aluminum (roto-cast - A356T6) Valvetrain: overhead valve, two valves per cylinder Fuel delivery: 1.9L supercharger with intercooler; sequential fuel injection Compression ratio: 9.1:1 Horsepower (hp / kW @ rpm): 580 / 410 @ 6000 (SAE certified) Torque (lb-ft / Nm @ rpm): 556 / 745 @ 4200 (SAE certified) Recommended fuel: premium required Maximum engine speed (rpm): 6200 Transmission Hydra-Matic 6-Speed Automatic with TAP-Shift 6L90E (MYD) Gear Ratios: First: 4.03 Second: 2.36 Third: 1.53 Fourth: 1.15 Fifth: 0.85 Sixth: 0.67 Reverse: 3.06 Final drive ratio: 3.23 Tremec 6-Speed Manual TR6060 (MG9) Gear ratios: First: 2.66 Second: 1.78 Third: 1.30 Fourth: 1.00 Fifth: 0.80 Sixth: 0.63 Reverse: 2.90 Final drive ratio: 3.73 Chassis / Suspension Front: double-ball-joint, multi-link strut; direct-acting stabilizer bar; progressive-rate coil springs; with Magnetic Ride Control Rear: 4.5-link independent; progressive-rate coil springs over shocks; stabilizer bar; with Magnetic Ride Control Steering type: electric power steering with variable-ratio, variable-effort rack-and-pinion Steering ratio: 17.1:1 Steering wheel turns, lock-to-lock: 2.5 Turning circle, curb-to-curb (ft / m): 37.7/11.5 Brakes Type: four-wheel disc w/ ABS; ventilated two-piece front and one-piece rear rotors; six-piston fixed Brembo aluminum front and four-piston rear calipers Rotor diameter, front (in / mm): 14.6 / 370 Rotor diameter, rear (in / mm): 14.4 / 365 Rotor thickness, front (in / mm): 1.26 / 32 Rotor thickness, rear (in / mm): 1.1 / 28 Wheels / Tires Wheel size and type: Forged 20 x 10-inch aluminum (front) 20 x 11-inch aluminum (rear) Tires: Goodyear Eagle Supercar F1 G2s P285/35ZR20 summer (front) P305/35ZR20 summer (rear) Dimensions Exterior Wheelbase (in / mm): 112.3 / 2852 Overall length (in / mm): 190.4 / 4836 Overall width (in / mm): 75.5 / 1918 Overall height (in / mm): 54.2 / 1376 Track, front (in / mm): 63.7 / 1618 Track, rear (in / mm): 63.7 / 1618 Curb weight (lb / kg): 4120 Weight balance (% front / rear): 52 / 48 Coefficient of drag: .387 Interior Seating capacity (front / rear): 2 / 2 Headroom (in / mm): front: 37.4 / 950 rear: 35.3 / 897 Legroom (in / mm): front: 42.4 / 1077 rear: 29.9 / 757 Shoulder room (in / mm): front: 56.9 / 1444 rear: 42.5 / 1080 Capacities Cargo volume (cu ft / L): 11.3 / 320 Fuel tank (gal / L): 19 / 71.9 Engine oil (qt / L): 8.9 / 8.5 Miscellaneous TIP: ZL1 performance parts have a break-in period. For the first 1,500 miles (2,414 km), avoid full-throttle starts and abrupt stops, do not exceed 4,000 engine rpm, avoid driving at any one constant speed, and do not drive above 80 mph (129 km/h). Following these break-in period guidelines will result in better performance in the long run. Dual-Mode Exhaust: The dual-mode exhaust of the ZL1 provides refined tuning (optimal noise and vibration characteristics) at low engine speeds and a low-restriction exhaust (enabling peak horsepower performance) at high engine speeds in one exhaust system. It utilizes a vacuum system similar to Corvette, coupled with twin valves located at the exhaust tailpipes. Although both Corvette and Camaro use vacuum actuated exhaust valves, there are differences. In the Camaro, the control software resides in the chassis control module that contains other software, to reduce the number of modules in the vehicle. The Corvette is calibrated to open the exhaust valves only during aggressive driving, when engine rpm and throttle position exceed certain values. The Camaro is also calibrated to be open during aggressive driving. In addition, it is calibrated to open the valves at engine idle and up to 1,000 rpm. Electrically Assisted Steering Electrically Assisted Steering (EAS) is an innovative power-assist system connection between the ZL1 steering system and the engine. The assist power is applied directly to the rack with a belt drive and a ball nut mechanism. This design allows for lower inertia, lower friction and more direct steering feel, as well as superior response. Brembo® Brakes The ZL1 is equipped with a large, extremely robust, Brembo brake system (Fig. 4) with 6-piston front and 4-piston rear calipers and ventilated two-piece front and one-piece rear rotors. TIP: Due to the floating design of the brake rotor, the front brake rotor cannot be refinished. If the front brake rotor is found to be at or below the minimum specification, it must be replaced. TIP: The Goodyear Eagle® F1 Supercar® Generation 2 (G:2) tires have been developed and optimized specifically for the ZL1 to yield outstanding handling while maintaining requisite street-tire performance for wet handling, tread wear, noise, mass and rolling resistance. It is not recommended to use the high-performance summer tires when temperatures drop to approximately 40 degrees F (5 degrees C) or below. It is recommended these tires be stored indoors at temperatures above 20 degrees F (-7 degrees C) when not in use. The ZL1 tires should not be rotated. They are corner specific by design. These tires are unique in their wear patterns. The outside shoulder may appear worn as compared to other tires. Underbody Belly Pan The ZL1 underbody incorporates a belly pan that helps reduce front lift. The shape was enhanced to draw air upward into the underbody area. This highly energized air provides extra cooling for underbody components affected by the additional exhaust thermal energy of the high-powered LSA engine. The underbody belly pan will need to be removed before performing service work, including oil and filter changes. TIP: The black painted carbon fiber "mohawk" requires unique care when cleaning. Do NOT apply wax or polish to the flat black portion of the hood or extractors. Applying wax or polish to this portion of the hood will result in a cloudy haze to the finish. The optional exposed carbon fiber weave version can be waxed like the rest of the surface of the car. Pre-Delivery Inspection (PDI) During PDI, remove the spring spacers (Fig. 7) from the front suspension and place them in the glove box for the customer. If the car is to be on a trailer for any reason, the spacers need to be placed back in the front springs to obtain ground clearance. TIP: Initially, the Camaro front spring spacers will be black. In April, they will be made yellow for easier visibility. The ground clearance of ZL1 is similar to a Corvette ZR1. This requires care when lifting, driving on inclines and approaching curbs. Before delivery, hand wash the car. Due to the larger width wheels, most car wash tracks will not accommodate the wider wheels Information from Autoweek: -Control algorithms are adjusted specifically for the ZL1, prefilling hydraulics for the next gear to speed upshifts and allowing full manual gear selection, no automatic override. -The Gen III MRS gets a faster processor and four smaller magnets in each shock, rather than two larger ones. The objective is quicker reaction time. -The ZL1 suspension starts with the same spring rates as the SS in front, slightly higher rates in back, and adds stiffer bushings, bearings and tie rods. Already billed as the world's fastest-reacting suspension, the MRS magnetorheological shocks get even faster in the ZL1. Gen III decreases response time 40 percent, according to Chevy, and actually pulls electric current out of the shocks when they need to get softer, rather than just waiting for the current to dissipate. Using data from 18 different sensors, accounting for steering angle and brake application, MRS reads and adjusts damping rates every inch of travel at 60 mph. -The ZL1 gets a variable-rate steering rack, average ratio 16.1:1 and variable-assist electric boost. -A key element is the carbon-fiber insert in the ZL1's high-dome hood, which Chevy calls the Mohawk. The combination of an extended front splitter, taller lower grille and an extractor in the Mohawk generates 265 pounds more front aero force than the Camaro SS at 150 mph (that's 65 pounds of downforce with the ZL1 v. 200 pounds of lift with the SS). The ZL1 has two belly pans to reduce turbulence and cool mechanicals underneath, extended rockers for stone protection and a taller rear spoiler with integrated brake light (this spoiler would hide the rear-window CHMSL in the SS). -The ZL1 has an active exhaust system with vacuum-controlled valves borrowed from the Corvette ZR1; it delivers the full rumble only above 3,000 rpm and 50 percent throttle, or at idle to impress your friends. - Price and Ordering Details:
Camaro5 ZL1 Announcement @ 2011 Detriot Autoshow with a TON of pictures!!! Complete GM ZL1 press conference link GM ZL1 Announcement Webchat with GM Communications: Mr. David Caldwell, Chief Engineer: Mr. Al Oppenhesier, and Marketing Manager: Mr. John Fitzpatrick GM Media Information for ZL1's LSA GM Media - "ZL1: Tracing The Legacy Of The Ultimate Camaro" (A history into RPO ZL1) cheersandgears.com - GM Press Release Technical Referrences: 'father's comments (Post #132) regarding SSX wheels Camaro5.com LSA & MG9 Quick Reference GM Media Updated: ZL1 Makes 580 Horsepower (transmission information included) Goodyear Eagle F1 G2 thread The company that manufactures the CF hood Mohawk (deBotech) care of: BigBlock427 Chevy Camaro ZL-1 Geared for Shift to Automatic Transmissions Info MS3DALE found
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GM's "Reaction" Video
GM's "Magic" Video ZL1 Around the 'Ring! KICK@$$ "Phase 1 - Track Tuning the Magnetic Ride Control" GM Video KICK@$$ "Phase 2 - Refining Launch Performance" GM Video KICK@$$ "Phase 3 - 24 Hour Track Endurance" GM Video KICK@$$ "Phase 4 - Aerodynamic Testing" GM Video Sneak Peak First Chevy Camaro ZL1 Promotional Video Clip Official 2012 CAMARO ZL1 Introduction SWEET Oshawa Homecoming Interview with Al Op. Cool Video with Ryan Newman at Milford Proving Grounds http://api.mediasuite.multicastmedia...e/rks11sh3.xml Prototype in the Wild (at Michigan Fbody Meet & Greet) Car and Driver Overview Cars.com Overview (a little bashing - beware...) KBB Interview with Mr. Tom Peters, Director of Design - Performance Vehicles and Full-Size Truck KBB Overview LeftLaneNews.com interview with Mr. David Caldwell - CAMARO P.R. Motortrend Overview Road & Track Overview Care of Havanaalex - Exhaust Sound Clip(Cars.com video): Care of Milk1027 - Exhaust Sound Clip from Camaro5 Fest II (up to about 4-5K RPMs only) Milk's Camaro5 Fest II ZL1 Sound Clip threadhttp://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=145605 Probably the best sound clip from the Camaro Nationals care of itsorange http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=155000 KILLER Camaro5 Fest II Sound Clip from Youtube Cool Chicago Autoshow Presentation from Youtube Another cool Dallas Autoshow video from Youtube Pretty cool montage 'Ring Video from September '11 Vidoes from 1st Gen Forver's video thread ![]() Track and mountain roads Interior closeups Exterior closeups Engine closeups CONVERTIBLE ZL1: Official ZL1 Wallpapers An old ZL1 article, just for some history ![]()
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Some pictures of the features GM has outlined, many shared by Community members:
1-19 -- Camaro5 20 -- GM 21-23 -- Camaro5 24 -- BeckyD@RodgersChevrolet 25 - 29 --Z28RockStar 30 -- comm17 31 - 33 -- TLSTWIN 34 -- mclark10 35 -- TLSTWIN 36 - 37 -- mclark10 38-41 -- misc'
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Ahhh, Radz....you're the best, buddy.
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after seeing these pictures, I like the ZL1 very much now.
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Is the Black Stripe on the roof of the car (on the reverse mohawk) an extension of the carbon fiber on the hood or apart of the optional black stripe that is on the decklid?
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2012 Camaro ZL-1
Well, I just had to post something because this thing is an awesome rocketship. This thing ROCKS.
I have owned 2 IROC-Z's (I bought them new). I currently have a 1969 427/400 L68 Corvette. Well, since I was fired by The EVIL EMPIRE, I guess I cannot get one (never say never - Sean Connery). I'll take one in Jetstream Blue. With Adriana Lima in the passenger seat (or trunk, whatever). ![]() |
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I appreciate the pics of the undercarriage. Is that a grounding strap hanging down in that one pic?
If I can afford it, I will be upgrading for sure. Last edited by RickD; 02-11-2011 at 11:24 AM. |
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funny thing is in the first video....at the end when the car is idling....
it sounds earily similar to my CTS-v 2010. I beleive we are in business. No more i hope, maybe. it will be a stang crusher. If my CTS-v with intake and a tune is.....What Gt500 what Gt350 what LS.. WHAT?
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Well its the truth.
seriously no stock above mentioned cars gives my V any sort of issue on the hwy. were the V shines most. and with practice a sub 4 , 0-60 is easily doable in the V on stock tires Beware. no 4.1 more like 3.8 thats push you in the seat acceleration. No one can understand the linear torque and hp the V has and now the Zl1 and i'm sure the Z28., Wait. Does this mean the Z 28 will be a lesser engined car. cause i could really dig LS7 Z28. that would be choice. You know i'll have one.....tired so very tired of the fanboy mustang. Its worth it to humiliate, torture and dominate. at any price.
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