Removal of 1LE Splitter - Camaro5 Chevy Camaro Forum / Camaro ZL1, SS and V6 Forums

billk · 02-23-2015, 09:03 AM

What I am attempting may be sacrilegious, but I want to do it anyway! I would like to to install the Z/28 style front splitter on my 2013 1LE. I like the more aggressive look.

As I started to look into removing the 1LE splitter I noticed that replacing it may be more difficult than I had expected.

Has anyone removed the 1LE splitter to install a different splitter?

toehead93 · 02-23-2015, 09:34 AM

I think I have seen some with the Z/28 splitter but I don't have links to the install. I recommend you do the Z//28 spoiler as well otherwise you will offset the balance of the car (undsteer/oversteer).

billk · 02-23-2015, 09:36 AM

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Originally Posted by toehead93

I think I have seen some with the Z/28 splitter but I don't have links to the install. I recommend you do the Z//28 spoiler as well otherwise you will offset the balance of the car (undsteer/oversteer).

I am doing the spoiler as well. that install is far more straightforward. The 1LE splitter removal is posing a challenge. I know that I can remove it, but there are a ton of rivets and I am unsure if the rivet holes left over will be covered by the the new splitter. Hopefully someone has tried it or knows better than I.

White_SS/RS · 02-23-2015, 10:02 AM

Do you have a 2014-15 front fascia? I don't think it will work with a 13.

billk · 02-23-2015, 10:05 AM

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Originally Posted by White_SS/RS

Do you have a 2014-15 front fascia? I don't think it will work with a 13.

No, I have a 2013 1LE and the Z28 style splitter I am looking at is for the 2010-2013 front fascia. It appears it would fit once the 1LE splitter is removed. I was just hoping for some help in understanding how best to remove the splitter and where the rivet holes will be left on the bumper so I know if they will be covered.

Jeff_SS · 02-23-2015, 10:28 AM

Want to sell me the 13 splitter once you remove it??

The river holes are underneath, you won't see them. Your new splitter probably uses the same holes.

billk · 02-23-2015, 10:30 AM

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Originally Posted by Jeff_SS

Want to sell me the 13 splitter once you remove it??

Would love to. Just need to ensure that my new splitter will work first...

I'll PM you if I am able to go ahead with the swap.

I can tell you that you will need purchase some hardware to install it. It is held on by both plastic and metal rivets.

ST1LE · 02-23-2015, 11:13 AM

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Originally Posted by billk

No, I have a 2013 1LE and the Z28 style splitter I am looking at is for the 2010-2013 front fascia. It appears it would fit once the 1LE splitter is removed. I was just hoping for some help in understanding how best to remove the splitter and where the rivet holes will be left on the bumper so I know if they will be covered.

Man, I don't see how that will fit flush but I really hope it works out. Are you saying you have found one that is made to mimic the Z28 splitter, but made for the 2010-2013 models?

Would love to see a '13 retro fitted with the Z28 front splitter!!

billk · 02-23-2015, 11:16 AM

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Originally Posted by ST1LE

Man, I don't see how that will fit flush but I really hope it works out. Are you saying you have found one that is made to mimic the Z28 splitter, but made for the 2010-2013 models?

Would love to see a '13 retro fitted with the Z28 front splitter!!

Yes, it is a replica splitter, not the actual GM part. I certainly am hoping to see it on my car very soon! Just want to avoid unnecessary body work...

Camarotobeornottobe · 02-23-2015, 12:11 PM

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Originally Posted by Jeff_SS

The river holes are underneath, you won't see them. Your new splitter probably uses the same holes.

This is soooooo untrue. I had to replace my 1LE splitter (with another), and I can tell you there are multiple rivet holes up top on the bumper that would otherwise show.

As for using the same holes, I couln't use the same holes when replacing with the exact same piece, which was okay since the new splitter covered everything. But, there is no stinkin' way a different splitter uses the same holes.

What no one will be able to tell you is whether the new one covers all the holes. My advice would be to be prepared to reinstall the old splitter if holes are showing . . . or prepare for some body work. Another options would be to just replace the entire lower bumper.

billk · 02-23-2015, 12:15 PM

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Originally Posted by Camarotobeornottobe

This is soooooo untrue. I had to replace my 1LE splitter (with another), and I can tell you there are multiple rivet holes up top on the bumper that would otherwise show.

As for using the same holes, I couln't use the same holes when replacing with the exact same piece, which was okay since the new splitter covered everything. But, there is no stinkin' way a different splitter uses the same holes.

What no one will be able to tell you is whether the new one covers all the holes. My advice would be to be prepared to reinstall the old splitter if holes are showing . . . or prepare for some body work. Another options would be to just replace the entire lower bumper.

That's what I was afraid of... Thanks for the info. When I crawled underneath, I could see some the rivets and they looked like they were a bit higher up on the bumper.

Since you pulled on off, how is it attached? Is there a mount that the splitter attaches to? Also, on the sides, it looks like there is some adhesive. Once the adhesive is 'broke" and the plastic rivets on the underside are removed, will it slide off? Any input on how you removed it would be extremely helpful. Thanks.

Camaro Dude · 02-23-2015, 12:29 PM

I would just install the 1LE splitter extension from Aero Sports Concept http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showth...=395587&page=3 and call it a day.

Looks flush and clean, looks good, looks functional, and the best part, a whole lot easier to install me thinks, as opposed to removing yours, then reinstalling with something else, and then stressing out over fit n finish.

billk · 02-23-2015, 01:10 PM

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Originally Posted by Camaro Dude

I would just install the 1LE splitter extension from Aero Sports Concept http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showth...=395587&page=3 and call it a day.

Looks flush and clean, looks good, looks functional, and the best part, a whole lot easier to install me thinks, as opposed to removing yours, then reinstalling with something else, and then stressing out over fit n finish.

It does look nice and I may go that route (although I hate the ashen grey color of the 1LE splitter), but I really like the aggressive look of the Z splitter. I really just wanted to see of feasible it would be, without too much additional effort. Thanks for the input and link, I appreciate it!

That is what is great about these forums.

Sigelitest · 02-23-2015, 01:20 PM

rivets on side

02-23-2015, 09:03 AM	#1
billk Drives: 2013 SS1LE Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: Dallas, PA Posts: 61	Removal of 1LE Splitter What I am attempting may be sacrilegious, but I want to do it anyway! I would like to to install the Z/28 style front splitter on my 2013 1LE. I like the more aggressive look. As I started to look into removing the 1LE splitter I noticed that replacing it may be more difficult than I had expected. Has anyone removed the 1LE splitter to install a different splitter?

02-23-2015, 09:34 AM	#2
toehead93 Drives: 2014 2SS/1LE Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: wpb fl Posts: 3,136 View My Garage	I think I have seen some with the Z/28 splitter but I don't have links to the install. I recommend you do the Z//28 spoiler as well otherwise you will offset the balance of the car (undsteer/oversteer). __________________ Used Racing Brake 2 Peice Rotors for sale: http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=344754 Summit White 2014 2SS 1LE Recaros, NPP exhaust, Nav 2010 2SS A6 - sold.

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White_SS/RS Drives: 14 1LE Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Spokane, WA Posts: 1,567	Do you have a 2014-15 front fascia? I don't think it will work with a 13. __________________ LMS Engineering

02-23-2015, 10:28 AM	#6
Jeff_SS "Cam Only" Drives: 2013 Camaro SS Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Scottsdale, AZ Posts: 1,708 View My Garage	Want to sell me the 13 splitter once you remove it?? The river holes are underneath, you won't see them. Your new splitter probably uses the same holes. __________________ 2013 AGM Camaro 2SS/RS M6 \| LSA Blower, 2.5" pulley, 10% lower, FIC1000's, Fore Innovations Twin Pump fuel system w/ Flex Fuel, CMS Custom Grind Cam, Kooks 1 7/8" headers w/ catless off-road pipes, NPP Exhaust, 3.91's, JLT ZL1 Intake, Prospeed Heat Exchanger \| Pfadt Suspension, 1LE Sway Bars \| DSS 1000hp axles \| Tuned by Ryne @ CMS E85: 734rwhp/636rwtq (mustang dyno)

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Sigelitest Drives: White 2016 Z06 Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: Alabama Posts: 416	pics of the rivets rivets on side Attached Images __________________ Hmmm now where did I put that screw

02-23-2015, 12:29 PM	#12
Camaro Dude Drives: ‘13 1LE Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Earth Posts: 3,904	I would just install the 1LE splitter extension from Aero Sports Concept http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showth...=395587&page=3 and call it a day. Looks flush and clean, looks good, looks functional, and the best part, a whole lot easier to install me thinks, as opposed to removing yours, then reinstalling with something else, and then stressing out over fit n finish.