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13Zl1SD · 04-05-2021, 11:41 PM

Just bought a 13 Zl1 6SP with 11k. Drove it from Houston to Socal with no issues.
Did experience some clunking when starting off while turning. From what I read that seems somewhat normal, correct?
Strut cap sticks up about 1", again, normal?
Having all fluids changed as a precaution.
Any other recommendations?
I'm in San Diego, taking it to Kearny Chevrolet, any comments?
Thanks in advance.

diddies · 04-06-2021, 12:06 AM

Welcome to the forums. A big thing that I would recommend is listen to see if you hear any noise coming from the supercharger at idle. If you hear something take it to the dealership and get it replaced for free as long as the car isn't modded. As soon as it was replaced, I would take the snout off the blower and place a solid isolator as this is a weak point on the ZL1s. If you plan on doing some modifications then we can discuss other recommendations.

silversleeper · 04-06-2021, 05:47 PM

I don't recall clunking. Normally that is needing rear differential fluid be changed out with actual real OEM ac delco fluid with the proper additive. I think ours has the needed additive already mixed in and I'm not feeling like googling it for you now. Someone else can or you can.
Oh, and enjoy your new car. Most all new ZL1 owners do unless they are coming from a lighter, 800hp, car.

Edit: I decided to check my recollection and did it for you,

https://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=533824
https://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=411801

Shodown · 04-06-2021, 08:56 PM

Welcome.

Don’t be surprised if your shocks start leaking around 35k miles and need replaced. New mag rides are north of $2k but coil overs are way better and run about $1k.

Also if you plan on upping the boost reinforce the supercharger brick or else it might collapse under the pressure and cause excessive boost temps.

Accarroll23 · 04-07-2021, 05:53 PM

I had to replace my strut bushings due to clunking.

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12oclockshadow · 04-07-2021, 06:12 PM

Yep. I replaced front strut at 22k on mine. Was leaking and clunking

13Zl1SD · 04-07-2021, 11:52 PM

Thanks much for the advice. Clunking hasn't happened lately.
I'm having all fluids changed and will listen to any noise from the supercharger.
Any recommendations on cell phone holder? I'm not into using a suction type of device. I've seen the Top Clips that attach on the center console, any feedback?

Also planning on adding a camera to the front to not destroy the splitter. Any advice?
I bought a bluetooth one that sinks via bluetooth on my phone, not sure if it's going to be any good. I've seen ones that synch to the center screen but it seems like a complicated process.

Thanks in advance.

12oclockshadow · 04-08-2021, 05:47 AM

Pro clip is what I use for my phone. Works great

Bigtime53 · 04-08-2021, 02:28 PM

Welcome to the party here! Your going to love the Z the more you drive it. If you have questions about your car do not be afraid to ask. There are some great people on this site and we are always willing to help. Congrats on the purchase of the ZL1.

13Zl1SD · 04-09-2021, 04:23 PM

Thank you for all the advice and welcome messages.
I live in San Diego and the K&N intake that came with the car is not legal in CA for me to pass smog.

Anyone know where I can buy a used stock intake and tube?

tyresmoker · 04-12-2021, 04:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 13Zl1SD

Thank you for all the advice and welcome messages.
I live in San Diego and the K&N intake that came with the car is not legal in CA for me to pass smog.

Anyone know where I can buy a used stock intake and tube?

Not looking to take anything away from this forum, but I am definitely an info geek with all of my toys..There is a terrific group over on FB called "ZL1 owners only"..Ya gotta have one to join...And VERY active...

Shodown · 04-12-2021, 05:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tyresmoker

Not looking to take anything away from this forum, but I am definitely an info geek with all of my toys..There is a terrific group over on FB called "ZL1 owners only"..Ya gotta have one to join...And VERY active...

There is also "5th Gen ZL1 not for the faint hearted" which is also very active and "ZL1 Exclusive". I spend more time on the first one as it's geared toward the 5th gen specifically.

tyresmoker · 04-13-2021, 10:11 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Shodown

There is also "5th Gen ZL1 not for the faint hearted" which is also very active and "ZL1 Exclusive". I spend more time on the first one as it's geared toward the 5th gen specifically.

Thanks! I will have to check it out...And it is appropriately named!

04-05-2021, 11:41 PM	#1
13Zl1SD Drives: Escalade, Volt, E63, C4S, Zl1 Join Date: Apr 2021 Location: San Diego Posts: 10	New 13 Zl1 owner, Vict Red Just bought a 13 Zl1 6SP with 11k. Drove it from Houston to Socal with no issues. Did experience some clunking when starting off while turning. From what I read that seems somewhat normal, correct? Strut cap sticks up about 1", again, normal? Having all fluids changed as a precaution. Any other recommendations? I'm in San Diego, taking it to Kearny Chevrolet, any comments? Thanks in advance.

04-06-2021, 08:56 PM	#4
Shodown Drives: 2014 ZL1 Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Tucson, AZ Posts: 316	Welcome. Don’t be surprised if your shocks start leaking around 35k miles and need replaced. New mag rides are north of $2k but coil overs are way better and run about $1k. Also if you plan on upping the boost reinforce the supercharger brick or else it might collapse under the pressure and cause excessive boost temps. __________________ 2014 ZL1 M6: Roto Fab Intake, LS3 TB, Long Tube Headers, NPP, Mild 2 Wild, JMS BAP, SMG aux pump, ID 1050X Injectors, DSX Flex Fuel Sensor, 10.5" DSX Lower Pulley, Killer Chiller, Tuned by Ted at JRE, Pedders XA Extreme coilovers, Mickey Thompson Street S/S on Weld S71s

04-07-2021, 06:12 PM	#6
12oclockshadow Drives: 2012 ZL1 M6 Join Date: Feb 2019 Location: Conroe, Tx Posts: 221 View My Garage	Yep. I replaced front strut at 22k on mine. Was leaking and clunking __________________ FBO. Cammed. Flex fuel.801whp/741wtq on e85

04-08-2021, 05:47 AM	#8
12oclockshadow Drives: 2012 ZL1 M6 Join Date: Feb 2019 Location: Conroe, Tx Posts: 221 View My Garage	Pro clip is what I use for my phone. Works great __________________ FBO. Cammed. Flex fuel.801whp/741wtq on e85

04-06-2021, 12:06 AM	#2
diddies Drives: 2013 ZL1 Join Date: May 2019 Location: Texas Posts: 111	Welcome to the forums. A big thing that I would recommend is listen to see if you hear any noise coming from the supercharger at idle. If you hear something take it to the dealership and get it replaced for free as long as the car isn't modded. As soon as it was replaced, I would take the snout off the blower and place a solid isolator as this is a weak point on the ZL1s. If you plan on doing some modifications then we can discuss other recommendations.

04-06-2021, 05:47 PM	#3
silversleeper Big Crow Drives: '13 ZL1 Join Date: Mar 2017 Location: California Posts: 1,488	I don't recall clunking. Normally that is needing rear differential fluid be changed out with actual real OEM ac delco fluid with the proper additive. I think ours has the needed additive already mixed in and I'm not feeling like googling it for you now. Someone else can or you can. Oh, and enjoy your new car. Most all new ZL1 owners do unless they are coming from a lighter, 800hp, car. Edit: I decided to check my recollection and did it for you, https://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=533824 https://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=411801

04-07-2021, 05:53 PM	#5
Accarroll23 Drives: 2013 zl1 Join Date: Jan 2019 Location: Va Posts: 44 View My Garage	I had to replace my strut bushings due to clunking. Sent from my SM-N960U using Tapatalk

04-07-2021, 11:52 PM	#7
13Zl1SD Drives: Escalade, Volt, E63, C4S, Zl1 Join Date: Apr 2021 Location: San Diego Posts: 10	Thanks much for the advice. Clunking hasn't happened lately. I'm having all fluids changed and will listen to any noise from the supercharger. Any recommendations on cell phone holder? I'm not into using a suction type of device. I've seen the Top Clips that attach on the center console, any feedback? Also planning on adding a camera to the front to not destroy the splitter. Any advice? I bought a bluetooth one that sinks via bluetooth on my phone, not sure if it's going to be any good. I've seen ones that synch to the center screen but it seems like a complicated process. Thanks in advance.

04-08-2021, 02:28 PM	#9
Bigtime53 Drives: 2013 ZL1 Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 2,298	Welcome to the party here! Your going to love the Z the more you drive it. If you have questions about your car do not be afraid to ask. There are some great people on this site and we are always willing to help. Congrats on the purchase of the ZL1.

04-09-2021, 04:23 PM	#10
13Zl1SD Drives: Escalade, Volt, E63, C4S, Zl1 Join Date: Apr 2021 Location: San Diego Posts: 10	Thank you for all the advice and welcome messages. I live in San Diego and the K&N intake that came with the car is not legal in CA for me to pass smog. Anyone know where I can buy a used stock intake and tube?