If you had the chance to convert a ZL1 1LE to a 10SPD, Would you??

Ehuerta · 03-22-2018, 01:29 AM

Just throwing this out there to get any pros/cons of the 10 spd swap. My car will be going in for mods soon, SC company doesn't have the parts available so we have to wait another 4-5 weeks. That being said I will be in the market for another car soon, so why not a 10 spd ZL1 to do a full swap. Or would you get a wide body hellcat and put on a Magnuson 2650? I have a certificate for the blower but it expires in September so unless the LT4 2650 comes out before then it would be better used on the hellcat if I go that route.

ninetres · 03-22-2018, 01:31 AM

Lack of a 10 speed option was a major factor of me choosing a standard ZL1.

Ehuerta · 03-22-2018, 02:31 AM

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Originally Posted by ninetres

Lack of a 10 speed option was a major factor of me choosing a standard ZL1.

I didn't mind that it was only made in a 6SPD, but now I wonder what would happen if we did the swap. Have you driven the 1LE?

ninetres · 03-22-2018, 02:42 AM

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Originally Posted by Ehuerta

I didn't mind that it was only made in a 6SPD, but now I wonder what would happen if we did the swap. Have you driven the 1LE?

Nope. I’m just saying I MAY have considered it if it was available with a 10 speed. I didn’t make my purchase largely for track use.

Ehuerta · 03-22-2018, 03:00 AM

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Originally Posted by ninetres

Nope. I’m just saying I MAY have considered it if it was available with a 10 speed. I didn’t make my purchase largely for track use.

I don't think everyone that bought a LE will use it on a track. PROS or CONS not why you or I got a ZL1 lol

ninetres · 03-22-2018, 03:32 AM

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I don't think everyone that bought a LE will use it on a track. PROS or CONS not why you or I got a ZL1 lol

Hahah sorry. I probably should be sleeping instead of posting!

Pros: You can relax if you are often doing city driving, or driving in heavy traffic. 10spd equipped ZL1s are faster in a straight line. There is something uniquely awesome about the 10 speed in comparison to other autos.....hard to explain. You kinda need to own one and put a lot of miles on one. They have personality for an auto. It’s amazing seeing the tach pinned an entire pull because the gears are so close. I think novice to intermediate driver will be FASTER on track with an a10 than the same car with an m6. Advanced driver will likely be proficient enough in either. The m6 bog issue ruins any drag racing launches.

Cons: Some a10 Cars seem to struggle with high temps during extended track sessions.....particularly if you are following other cars closely in hot weather (some a10s have zero issues with heat). Driving stick can be rewarding, you are more involved in the experience. The a10 is heavier than the m6.

soceur77 · 03-22-2018, 07:06 AM

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Originally Posted by ninetres

Hahah sorry. I probably should be sleeping instead of posting!

Pros: You can relax if you are often doing city driving, or driving in heavy traffic. 10spd equipped ZL1s are faster in a straight line. There is something uniquely awesome about the 10 speed in comparison to other autos.....hard to explain. You kinda need to own one and put a lot of miles on one. They have personality for an auto. It’s amazing seeing the tach pinned an entire pull because the gears are so close. I think novice to intermediate driver will be FASTER on track with an a10 than the same car with an m6. Advanced driver will likely be proficient enough in either. The m6 bog issue ruins any drag racing launches.

Cons: Some a10 Cars seem to struggle with high temps during extended track sessions.....particularly if you are following other cars closely in hot weather (some a10s have zero issues with heat). Driving stick can be rewarding, you are more involved in the experience. The a10 is heavier than the m6.

RedHot18 · 03-22-2018, 09:36 AM

Anyone who has put an A10 on the mat down a long straight knows the feeling!
I'm lucky to get to drive Daytona and Sebring both with very long straights and flooring that car coming out turn 16 Sebring or the Bus stop Daytona, never gets old!

ReefBlueCoupe · 03-22-2018, 09:37 AM

Yes. I drive mine all the time, and traffic here is awful. I've done the left-leg workout in traffic with performance cars for 15 years - got tired of it. I love what the 1LE is, but wasn't ready to hate life in traffic again when driving the fun car to work.

DevilsReject97 · 03-22-2018, 09:43 AM

I'd love to see what it could do on a track, in terms of just a one off thing... I still think the 1LE would be faster with the A10..

closs2sx · 03-22-2018, 10:14 AM

no but i prefer manual always have always will until a health reason proves otherwise but thats just me. I enjoy shifting and I don't need to drive in traffic as I do not drive my toys daily

ninetres · 03-22-2018, 10:19 AM

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Excellent contribution to the thread!

ReefBlueCoupe · 03-22-2018, 10:54 AM

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Originally Posted by DevilsReject97

I'd love to see what it could do on a track, in terms of just a one off thing... I still think the 1LE would be faster with the A10..

I agree - I just don't think the long-term durability would be there if someone tracked the car on a regular basis compared to the manual transmission. But, maybe it would be.

Choices are great.

Slate993tt · 03-22-2018, 03:14 PM

I would not. I love the Manual. But I'd also by a manual Gt3 911.

03-22-2018, 01:29 AM	#1
Ehuerta USN VET Drives: 2016 SS sedan, 2018 ZL1 1LE Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: Compton CA Posts: 109	If you had the chance to convert a ZL1 1LE to a 10SPD, Would you?? Just throwing this out there to get any pros/cons of the 10 spd swap. My car will be going in for mods soon, SC company doesn't have the parts available so we have to wait another 4-5 weeks. That being said I will be in the market for another car soon, so why not a 10 spd ZL1 to do a full swap. Or would you get a wide body hellcat and put on a Magnuson 2650? I have a certificate for the blower but it expires in September so unless the LT4 2650 comes out before then it would be better used on the hellcat if I go that route.

03-22-2018, 09:37 AM	#9
ReefBlueCoupe Drives: '18 ZL1 1LE MBM Join Date: Dec 2017 Location: VA Posts: 135	Yes. I drive mine all the time, and traffic here is awful. I've done the left-leg workout in traffic with performance cars for 15 years - got tired of it. I love what the 1LE is, but wasn't ready to hate life in traffic again when driving the fun car to work. __________________ '18 MBM ZL1 1LE

03-22-2018, 09:43 AM	#10
DevilsReject97 Nightmare Drives: Your mom crazy in bed Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Naptown Posts: 2,438	I'd love to see what it could do on a track, in terms of just a one off thing... I still think the 1LE would be faster with the A10.. __________________

03-22-2018, 10:14 AM	#11
closs2sx Drives: 1970 chevelle Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Central NH Posts: 1,427	no but i prefer manual always have always will until a health reason proves otherwise but thats just me. I enjoy shifting and I don't need to drive in traffic as I do not drive my toys daily __________________ On Order 2018 ZL1 1LE Garnet Red Tint Coat Metallic MY Car 2015 Z06 Z07 Daytona Sunrise Orange Metallic Dads Car 2013 ZL1 vin 963 Crystal Red Tint Coat/Black Wheels Exposed Carbon Fiber Insert 6 Spd Manual

03-22-2018, 01:31 AM	#2
ninetres Drives: Crush ZLE M6 \| 2000 Corvette FRC Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Cencal Posts: 1,659	Lack of a 10 speed option was a major factor of me choosing a standard ZL1.

03-22-2018, 09:36 AM	#8
RedHot18 Drives: 2018 ZL1 Join Date: Jul 2017 Location: Vero Beach FL Posts: 114	Anyone who has put an A10 on the mat down a long straight knows the feeling! I'm lucky to get to drive Daytona and Sebring both with very long straights and flooring that car coming out turn 16 Sebring or the Bus stop Daytona, never gets old!

03-22-2018, 03:14 PM	#14
Slate993tt Drives: 2018 Silver ZL1 1LE Join Date: Feb 2018 Location: SoCal Posts: 115	I would not. I love the Manual. But I'd also by a manual Gt3 911.

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