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gtstorey · 07-30-2023, 08:56 PM

I don’t think there is much difference between the Z28 ones and the SS ones. There was a cutout in the steel in the top but there didn’t seem to be much difference in the rubber. I would just use the SS ones.

CamaroCracka · 07-31-2023, 06:23 AM

The Z28 and 1LE units are supposed to be a bit thicker and stiffer than SS ones, but I have a 1LE set up on the vert using SS rear shock mounts. That car is a creampuff compared to the turbo car with all it's mods.

gtstorey · 07-31-2023, 06:51 AM

There may be some differences between the SS and z28 but they can’t make much difference. I remember thinking when i swapped mine that it was likely a waste of time and money.

Joe.G · 07-31-2023, 07:09 AM

I figured I would swap them in when I swap shocks, I have no idea if they are better or not I have just heard they were stiffer so I figured I would grab a set before they are gone. I have not looked but I would think that some aftermarket performance shock companies would offer them.

gtstorey · 07-31-2023, 09:07 AM

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Originally Posted by Joe.G

I figured I would swap them in when I swap shocks, I have no idea if they are better or not I have just heard they were stiffer so I figured I would grab a set before they are gone. I have not looked but I would think that some aftermarket performance shock companies would offer them.

I thought the same thing, and maybe there is a little difference but it's going to be minor.

morepowerjoe · 07-31-2023, 10:06 AM

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Originally Posted by gtstorey

I thought the same thing, and maybe there is a little difference but it's going to be minor.

That was my exact thought as well.

07-31-2023, 06:23 AM	#16
CamaroCracka Drives: 2010 Turbo LS3 Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Palm Bay, FL Posts: 2,785	The Z28 and 1LE units are supposed to be a bit thicker and stiffer than SS ones, but I have a 1LE set up on the vert using SS rear shock mounts. That car is a creampuff compared to the turbo car with all it's mods. __________________ 2010 SS - On3 kit with downpipe cutout, CTR 78/80, CompCam 239/251 620/632 122+4, E85, Z28 suspension and ZL1 diff with Outlaw axles. Gen6 ZL1/1LE brakes. 2011 Vert - 416/w 230/236 .612/.602 115lsa, 1LE suspension w/32mm rear bar. Z28 diff. ZL1 brakes.

07-31-2023, 07:09 AM	#18
Joe.G Drives: 2014 2SS/RS 6SP Ashen Grey Join Date: Aug 2021 Location: NY Posts: 1,276	I figured I would swap them in when I swap shocks, I have no idea if they are better or not I have just heard they were stiffer so I figured I would grab a set before they are gone. I have not looked but I would think that some aftermarket performance shock companies would offer them. __________________ GM 3.91/TrueTrac OEM ZL1 Rims, Brakes & Side Skirts.ACST4 Splitter/Deflectors NPP M2W,GM Short Throw,Remote Clutch reservoir GPI Ported Rod Mod,BO White PTB,CAI/JRE Scoop, Moroso Catch Can GC Aluminum DS Stainless Works Ceramic LTH/HiFlo Cats SCT X4 Dynosteve, Hotckis 1" Springs & Chassis Max Brace BMR Adjustable Swaybars,Trailing Arms, Adjustable Toe Rod, LCA & Z28 UCA Bushings Hendrix Solid Cradle Bushings Pedders Radius Rod Inserts Strut tower brace Hero Smoked Tail and 3rd Brake Light, Diode Dynamic SL1 Fog Lights AeroForce Dual gauge/Autometer pillar mount.

07-30-2023, 08:56 PM	#15
gtstorey Drives: 2010 Camaro SS2,L99, LSA SC Join Date: Aug 2017 Location: Huntsville, AL Posts: 2,185	I don’t think there is much difference between the Z28 ones and the SS ones. There was a cutout in the steel in the top but there didn’t seem to be much difference in the rubber. I would just use the SS ones.

07-31-2023, 06:51 AM	#17
gtstorey Drives: 2010 Camaro SS2,L99, LSA SC Join Date: Aug 2017 Location: Huntsville, AL Posts: 2,185	There may be some differences between the SS and z28 but they can’t make much difference. I remember thinking when i swapped mine that it was likely a waste of time and money.