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Forum: ZL1 Discussions 05-30-2021, 06:11 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,367
Posted By mblum
Another possible reason is material supply. The...

Another possible reason is material supply. The tubing market right now is absolutely absurd. I own a manufacturing company and buy alot of DOM tubing, orders we have placed in March still havnt...
Forum: ZL1 Discussions 04-03-2021, 12:28 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,062
Posted By mblum
I found the seats in my car would cause...

I found the seats in my car would cause discomfort on drives more than 30 minutes when the car was new.

They got better after a few thousand miles, I recently drove the car 5hs without getting out...
Forum: 6th gen Camaro 1LE 02-05-2021, 07:05 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,503
Posted By mblum
OP, if you decide to go with the cradle lockout...

OP, if you decide to go with the cradle lockout kit you will need the alignment checked again because the install still requires the removal of all the cradle bolts and things may shift alittle.

I...
Forum: Road Course/Track and Autocross 01-27-2021, 08:15 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,142
Posted By mblum
Forgot to mention, if your in need of parts I...

Forgot to mention, if your in need of parts I would go to Stranoparts.com

Sam was instrumental to developing parts for this platform. He will give honest advice (whether its what you want to hear...
Forum: Road Course/Track and Autocross 01-27-2021, 08:09 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,142
Posted By mblum
My first track car was a 1997 Trans Am, which I...

My first track car was a 1997 Trans Am, which I still have today. I still enjoy driving it and don't see me getting rid of it. My 4th gen is highly modified (440rwhp) so really isn't a direct...
Forum: ZL1 Discussions 01-26-2021, 12:31 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 5,002
Posted By mblum
I totally understand how you feel in pretty much...

I totally understand how you feel in pretty much every aspect you listed. I felt the EXACT same way when I approached the track for the first time. I had years of drag racing, off roading, tons of...
Forum: ZL1 Discussions 01-26-2021, 07:33 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 5,002
Posted By mblum
You didn't mention what type of past track...

You didn't mention what type of past track experience you had. If you have tracked cars in the past and have developed a good driving technique certain mods will help you. If this is your first...
Forum: ZL1 Discussions 01-25-2021, 09:54 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 5,002
Posted By mblum
I 100% agree. Id put heavy emphasis on the...

I 100% agree.

Id put heavy emphasis on the track alignment, it make a very noticeable difference. Track time and more track time. Stock tires work very well.

The only mod I have done is the...
Forum: ZL1 Discussions 01-15-2021, 07:57 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,033
Posted By mblum
My 17 primes the fuel pump with the opening of...

My 17 primes the fuel pump with the opening of the drivers door as well as when unlocked with the keyfob.

BTW Stephen12ZL1 I'm really digging that Wild Cherry color in the 1LE trim, kinda has me...
Forum: ZL1 Discussions 11-01-2020, 06:13 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,304
Posted By mblum
I'm still on the OEM GYSC3 standard ZL1 tires. ...

I'm still on the OEM GYSC3 standard ZL1 tires. The most negative chamber I can get without modification to the suspension in the front is 2.6 degrees. I agree that I think it needs to be around 3...
Forum: ZL1 Discussions 11-01-2020, 06:01 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,304
Posted By mblum
Maybe others can chime in on a better way, but...

Maybe others can chime in on a better way, but when I run a track day I go "Track Mode" and then hold the traction control button for 7 seconds, this should turn off traction control and stabi-trac. ...
Forum: ZL1 Discussions 10-31-2020, 09:35 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,304
Posted By mblum
Congrats on your first track day, this car has...

Congrats on your first track day, this car has huge potential for sure.

In regards to the car laying down out-of corners, the system won't do that with everything turned off. It actually puts the...
Forum: ZL1 Discussions 10-19-2020, 10:02 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,601
Posted By mblum
Is the lift symmetrical or asymmetrical? I have...

Is the lift symmetrical or asymmetrical? I have an as asymmetrical 2 post challenger lift and the car is balanced when offset to the rear by about 8-10 inches. I pay attention to how the car reacts...
Forum: Suspension | Brakes | Chassis 10-18-2020, 07:03 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,936
Posted By mblum
Your description closly matches what I was seeing...

Your description closly matches what I was seeing with the Motul 660 fluid on stock pads. Im also a late braker and seem to be harder on the brakes than most others. I would get long brake pedal...
Forum: ZL1 Discussions 08-26-2020, 08:21 PM
Replies: 94
Views: 10,639
Posted By mblum
Watching the C7 Grand Sport, Z06, and ZR1 it...

Watching the C7 Grand Sport, Z06, and ZR1 it always seemed like the chassis was maybe, lack of a better term, "overwhelmed" in the higher HP C7 trim packages. I've been on track with the C7 Grand...
Forum: ZL1 Discussions 08-21-2020, 11:39 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,572
Posted By mblum
I have also had this happen on a few occasions. ...

I have also had this happen on a few occasions.

I made the mistake of washing the car to prep it for winter and then drove it straight into the garage. 4 months later when spring came I found...
Forum: ZL1 Discussions 08-02-2020, 08:25 AM
Replies: 80
Views: 14,904
Posted By mblum
Just to clarify, the BMR Lock Out Cradle kit does...

Just to clarify, the BMR Lock Out Cradle kit does not include the 4 bolts for the cradle. They recommend replacing those bolts with new GM ones, which were about $15 from THAT GM PARTS GUY. These 4...
Forum: ZL1 Discussions 08-02-2020, 08:18 AM
Replies: 80
Views: 14,904
Posted By mblum
https://www.bmrsuspension.com/?page=products&produ...

https://www.bmrsuspension.com/?page=products&productid=1635&superpro=0

This is the kit I installed, no cutting or heating required. The install took about 3 hours, but I did mine on a 2 post lift...
Forum: ZL1 Discussions 08-01-2020, 01:51 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 14,904
Posted By mblum
I've done the BMR lock out kit, pretty easy to...

I've done the BMR lock out kit, pretty easy to do. The only bolts you need to take loose are the cradle bolts. I'm happy with the results on the road course, which was my main reason for doing the...
Forum: Wheels | Tires -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack 07-27-2020, 06:28 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,021
Posted By mblum
The stock suspension (production tolerances can...

The stock suspension (production tolerances can vary) can be set to 2.3 - 2.6 degrees negative camber in the front, which is good enough for any aggressive street setup and most track setups. For...
Forum: Wheels | Tires -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack 07-27-2020, 11:19 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,021
Posted By mblum
The reason I asked about previous track...

The reason I asked about previous track experience is the car you have is incredibly capable in factory form with a good alignment. The car's capable of performance that most average drivers cannot...
Forum: Wheels | Tires -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack 07-26-2020, 12:25 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,021
Posted By mblum
Have you done some track days with your current...

Have you done some track days with your current setup?
Forum: ZL1 Discussions 07-04-2020, 07:13 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 6,580
Posted By mblum
Good to hear the alignment resolved your issue,...

Good to hear the alignment resolved your issue, it's always nice when something simple can be the fix.:thumbup:

One thing to keep in mind for others that find their alignments are off, if tires...
Forum: ZL1 Discussions 06-26-2020, 03:33 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 6,580
Posted By mblum
Be cautious of your dealer doing your alignment...

Be cautious of your dealer doing your alignment if you do not have a high level of trust working with them. The first two alignments done to my car were from the dealer and they were both garbage, I...
Forum: ZL1 Discussions 06-26-2020, 03:26 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,677
Posted By mblum
Also, just an FYI if the particulates are...

Also, just an FYI if the particulates are aluminum they will not stick to the magnetic drain plug.
Forum: ZL1 Discussions 06-26-2020, 03:24 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,677
Posted By mblum
I know you well past the break in period but...

I know you well past the break in period but aluminum colored flakes are common during that period. I checked the filter at roughly 500 miles on my ZL1, 2018 Silverado, and 2018 Acadia, all 3 had a...
Forum: ZL1 Discussions 06-26-2020, 06:41 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 6,580
Posted By mblum
If you're looking to fix the issue I would have a...

If you're looking to fix the issue I would have a quality alignment done first before replacing parts. One other item to check is the condition of the rear tires and confirm even wear, also...
Forum: ZL1 Discussions 06-15-2020, 08:51 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,829
Posted By mblum
I have a 97 TA with about 440 RWHP. The 4th gen...

I have a 97 TA with about 440 RWHP. The 4th gen chassis is no comparison to the 6th gen. I also track my 4th gen on slicks and modded suspension. My personal best time at the local road course in...
Forum: Suspension | Brakes | Chassis 06-03-2020, 07:42 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 7,339
Posted By mblum
I wanted to update this thread with what I found...

I wanted to update this thread with what I found to fix this issue.

Honestly I cannot pin point if it was air in the master cylinder or the ABS system as I bled them both in the same day without...
Forum: ZL1 Discussions 04-07-2020, 04:25 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,523
Posted By mblum
Definitely sounds like an alignment is needed. I...

Definitely sounds like an alignment is needed. I would suggest that everyone checks their alignments, they stink from the factory. Just make sure you dealer is capable of doing it, mine wasn't. I...
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