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Dexman1349 · 06-17-2015, 11:54 AM

2010 2SS/RS with 65k miles. Pretty sure the stock shocks/struts are on their last legs.

I need to start looking into what I should do next with my suspension (complete list of mods in signature). Currently have ZL1 springs and are generally happy with how they feel. However, a recurring clunk noise has returned and I'm pretty sure I've traced it to the right rear shock assembly. I'm thinking of replacing the full assemblies while I am in there and the 1LE setup was brought up. Only thing I'm not sure of are the springs that come with it. Are they the same as the ZL1 (results in a 3/4" drop) or are they the SS? It wouldn't be the end of the world if they are SS springs because I can just reuse the ZL1 I already have, but I would prefer to go ahead and get a "matching set" if the whole assembly is replaced.

Apex Motorsports · 06-17-2015, 12:48 PM

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Originally Posted by Dexman1349

2010 2SS/RS with 65k miles. Pretty sure the stock shocks/struts are on their last legs.

I need to start looking into what I should do next with my suspension (complete list of mods in signature). Currently have ZL1 springs and are generally happy with how they feel. However, a recurring clunk noise has returned and I'm pretty sure I've traced it to the right rear shock assembly. I'm thinking of replacing the full assemblies while I am in there and the 1LE setup was brought up. Only thing I'm not sure of are the springs that come with it. Are they the same as the ZL1 (results in a 3/4" drop) or are they the SS? It wouldn't be the end of the world if they are SS springs because I can just reuse the ZL1 I already have, but I would prefer to go ahead and get a "matching set" if the whole assembly is replaced.

The standard SS and 1LE have the same springs.

Dexman1349 · 06-17-2015, 02:23 PM

Cool, thanks!

NotYetLegend · 06-17-2015, 03:41 PM

OP, I think JusticePete is offering a service where he fits z/28 springs to the 1LE rear shocks (wont work as-is because the z/28 springs are shorter than 1LE/SS). This would get you your drop along with a nice new shock assembly but probably a harsher ride (not sure if you care or not). I'll try to find the thread where I saw them

NotYetLegend · 06-17-2015, 04:34 PM

Post #415 here for Z/28 "Light" package info: http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showth...+light&page=17

Dexman1349 · 06-17-2015, 05:18 PM

Awesome, thanks! PM sent to Pete for more info.

06-17-2015, 11:54 AM	#1
Dexman1349 2010 2SS/RS M6 Drives: 2010 2SS/RS M6 Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Auckland, NZ Posts: 1,482	Another question about springs (but not lowering this time). 2010 2SS/RS with 65k miles. Pretty sure the stock shocks/struts are on their last legs. I need to start looking into what I should do next with my suspension (complete list of mods in signature). Currently have ZL1 springs and are generally happy with how they feel. However, a recurring clunk noise has returned and I'm pretty sure I've traced it to the right rear shock assembly. I'm thinking of replacing the full assemblies while I am in there and the 1LE setup was brought up. Only thing I'm not sure of are the springs that come with it. Are they the same as the ZL1 (results in a 3/4" drop) or are they the SS? It wouldn't be the end of the world if they are SS springs because I can just reuse the ZL1 I already have, but I would prefer to go ahead and get a "matching set" if the whole assembly is replaced. __________________ 2/7/2014: 419 hp, 419 tq Cosmetic: ZL1 front w/mailslot, painted stripes, powdercoated SS rims, tow hook, and full chrome delete Suspension: Pfadt subframe bushings, Pfadt rear UCA bushings, Z28 Upper control arms, Spohn trailing arms with BMR trailing arm & differential bushings, ZL1 Toe Rods and springs, Prothane radius arm inserts & steering rack bushing, Pfadt Sport front sway, FE4 conversion w/ DS rear sway, Pfadt strut brace Drivetrain: RMCR tune, CAI intake, Kooks headers, hi-flo cats & exhaust, VMAX TB, ZL1 fuel pump, LSR Tri-Ax shifter Bumblebee Racecar Build

06-17-2015, 02:23 PM	#3
Dexman1349 2010 2SS/RS M6 Drives: 2010 2SS/RS M6 Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Auckland, NZ Posts: 1,482	Cool, thanks! __________________ 2/7/2014: 419 hp, 419 tq Cosmetic: ZL1 front w/mailslot, painted stripes, powdercoated SS rims, tow hook, and full chrome delete Suspension: Pfadt subframe bushings, Pfadt rear UCA bushings, Z28 Upper control arms, Spohn trailing arms with BMR trailing arm & differential bushings, ZL1 Toe Rods and springs, Prothane radius arm inserts & steering rack bushing, Pfadt Sport front sway, FE4 conversion w/ DS rear sway, Pfadt strut brace Drivetrain: RMCR tune, CAI intake, Kooks headers, hi-flo cats & exhaust, VMAX TB, ZL1 fuel pump, LSR Tri-Ax shifter Bumblebee Racecar Build

06-17-2015, 04:34 PM	#5
NotYetLegend Drives: 2012 1SS/RS Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Memphis, TN Posts: 344	Post #415 here for Z/28 "Light" package info: http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showth...+light&page=17 __________________ "Driving is the only thing I love about f1." (Kimi Raikkonen)

06-17-2015, 05:18 PM	#6
Dexman1349 2010 2SS/RS M6 Drives: 2010 2SS/RS M6 Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Auckland, NZ Posts: 1,482	Awesome, thanks! PM sent to Pete for more info. __________________ 2/7/2014: 419 hp, 419 tq Cosmetic: ZL1 front w/mailslot, painted stripes, powdercoated SS rims, tow hook, and full chrome delete Suspension: Pfadt subframe bushings, Pfadt rear UCA bushings, Z28 Upper control arms, Spohn trailing arms with BMR trailing arm & differential bushings, ZL1 Toe Rods and springs, Prothane radius arm inserts & steering rack bushing, Pfadt Sport front sway, FE4 conversion w/ DS rear sway, Pfadt strut brace Drivetrain: RMCR tune, CAI intake, Kooks headers, hi-flo cats & exhaust, VMAX TB, ZL1 fuel pump, LSR Tri-Ax shifter Bumblebee Racecar Build

06-17-2015, 03:41 PM	#4
NotYetLegend Drives: 2012 1SS/RS Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Memphis, TN Posts: 344	OP, I think JusticePete is offering a service where he fits z/28 springs to the 1LE rear shocks (wont work as-is because the z/28 springs are shorter than 1LE/SS). This would get you your drop along with a nice new shock assembly but probably a harsher ride (not sure if you care or not). I'll try to find the thread where I saw them __________________ "Driving is the only thing I love about f1." (Kimi Raikkonen)