01-26-2017, 09:55 PM | #1 |
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Front plate dilemma SOLVED - 2017 ZL1
In case anyone was wondering...here is the best option for having to mount a front plate on the Zl1.
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01-26-2017, 10:00 PM | #2 |
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Very interesting. Thought you drilled holes at first. Had a small heart attack lol
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01-26-2017, 10:18 PM | #3 |
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01-27-2017, 09:46 AM | #4 |
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Just put a rho plate on my V...great quality as well.
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01-28-2017, 01:51 PM | #5 |
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Another option is the sto n show bracket for the 2016-2017 Camaro, with a small modification. The mounting bolts need to be moved inward and forward on the mounting plate.
I placed a center line front to back. The mount bolts need to be ~7.75cm from the center line of the bracket. The bolts need to be ~1.25-1.5cm in forward, with respect to the original mounting holes. This will put the plate ~1/2" in front of the peak of the air splitter. I put a piece of 3/4" foam between the plate mount and the air splitter, to reduce any chance of rattle. The stock screws seem to be long enough. One note, in addition to the instructions above. Turn the mounting bracket around 180 degrees. The straight edge, now, goes toward the rear. Or, you can wait for them to make the correct bracket.
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01-28-2017, 02:17 PM | #6 |
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what does it look like stowed? |
01-28-2017, 02:41 PM | #7 |
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It's got a pull-pin underneath. The plate comes off in 2 seconds.
http://shop.bigmikesperformanceparts...-2SS-SNS89.htm One note, in addition to the instructions above. Turn the mounting bracket around 180 degrees. The straight edge, now, goes toward the rear.
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01-28-2017, 08:13 PM | #8 |
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Hmm... interesting. I did a hide a plate on my 5th gen and have been happy but I do like how you can completely remove this one.
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01-29-2017, 11:37 PM | #9 |
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Quick update guys. It appears they now make specifically a front plate holder for the ZL1. When I originally posted my post it was for the SS model. The link is below.
https://zl1addons.com/collections/to...nt=29234027009 |
01-29-2017, 11:48 PM | #10 | |
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I found this; http://www.pfyc.com/GN1018.html P.S I do love the fact that is allows the full air flow without covering up the grill. |
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01-30-2017, 07:44 AM | #11 | |
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01-30-2017, 10:52 AM | #12 |
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Ya guys know the factory bracket is 100% removable right?
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01-30-2017, 10:59 AM | #13 |
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Yup, it's just as ugly as all others. This plate comes off in 2 seconds, litteraly. The stock bracket, not so quick, and it won't hold up to be taken off frequently.
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01-30-2017, 11:54 AM | #14 |
I used to be Dragoneye...
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I haven't seen how it mounts....I just assumed there was drilling involved....if there is no drilling into bumpers and/or covers..., I may consider it.
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