New to the 1LE group

artey34 · 08-07-2018, 11:01 AM

Well I pulled the trigger and got myself a 2018 Hyper Blue 2SS 1LE with PDR from the one and only Becky! Having them install the illuminate black bowtie, red knee bolsters and red seat belts before I pick it up. Also, having Xpel wrap on the whole front clip, rockers and around rear wheels. Plus ceramic coat the whole vehicle. I even ordered the skip shift eliminator already.

I plan to do first oil change at 500 miles. Then do oil and diff change at 1500 miles. Anything else I should make sure I do? I dont plan to track it until next year

MATTY-1LE · 08-07-2018, 11:10 AM

congrats!!! hmmm maybe some rock guards, a pro clip phone mount, and a catch can. None are really essential though

GearheadSS · 08-07-2018, 11:12 AM

Congrats!

artey34 · 08-07-2018, 11:16 AM

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Originally Posted by MATTY-1LE

congrats!!! hmmm maybe some rock guards, a pro clip phone mount, and a catch can. None are really essential though

What is the catch can for?

Pollock · 08-07-2018, 11:21 AM

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Originally Posted by artey34

What is the catch can for?

It collects most of the oil that would otherwise go into the intake manifold. My car stopped smelling like burning oil after I put one on. They can void your warranty though. So take it off if you have engine problems before you go to the dealer. Might take all of 20 minutes to do.

TrackClub · 08-07-2018, 11:42 AM

No issues without a catch can here. Just an fyi.
Id install rock guards and permanent lift pucks from zl1addons. Even tho you do not plan to track it just yet id check the alignment to ensure it is all up to spec. Sometimes these cars leave factory with really messed up alignments incl excessive toe etc. Defo worth checking imo.

Edit: and welcome to the family!

artey34 · 08-07-2018, 12:01 PM

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Originally Posted by TrackClub

No issues without a catch can here. Just an fyi.
Id install rock guards and permanent lift pucks from zl1addons. Even tho you do not plan to track it just yet id check the alignment to ensure it is all up to spec. Sometimes these cars leave factory with really messed up alignments incl excessive toe etc. Defo worth checking imo.

Edit: and welcome to the family!

I still need rock guards even if I have Xpel along the entire rocker and around rear wheels?

D3adpool · 08-07-2018, 12:01 PM

Congrats man...beautiful car!

I think everybody's covered what you should do when you first get the car...and smart man for getting the skip-shift eliminator first.

Enjoy your new beauty!

Pollock · 08-07-2018, 12:09 PM

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Originally Posted by TrackClub

No issues without a catch can here. Just an fyi.
Id install rock guards and permanent lift pucks from zl1addons. Even tho you do not plan to track it just yet id check the alignment to ensure it is all up to spec. Sometimes these cars leave factory with really messed up alignments incl excessive toe etc. Defo worth checking imo.

Edit: and welcome to the family!

Discussing a catch can is like talking politics or religion. LMAO.

TRZ06 · 08-07-2018, 12:42 PM

Congrats man!!! I almost went with Hyper Blue, but ultimately went with the Nightfall Gray

Bad Anvil Garage · 08-07-2018, 12:56 PM

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Originally Posted by artey34

I still need rock guards even if I have Xpel along the entire rocker and around rear wheels?

Yes, there's going to be enough gravel flying to ding up the Xpel. These tires are sticky!

artey34 · 08-07-2018, 02:07 PM

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Originally Posted by Bad Anvil Garage

Yes, there's going to be enough gravel flying to ding up the Xpel. These tires are sticky!

Do you recommend the standard or deluxe? Will the deluxe look big and ugly? Front and rears necessary?

lgarrison34 · 08-07-2018, 02:25 PM

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Originally Posted by artey34

Do you recommend the standard or deluxe? Will the deluxe look big and ugly? Front and rears necessary?

I have them on mine and they don't look ugly. I also have the RPI Design ZL1 style side skirts for extra protection. This should eliminate rock chips.

https://www.rpidesigns.com/shop/item...-zl1-inspired/

Lethal Z · 08-07-2018, 04:09 PM

Congrats on the new ride and great color, but those skip shift eliminators are a complete waste of money...just step on the go pedal and it's gone!

08-07-2018, 11:01 AM	#1
artey34 Drives: 2018 Camaro 2SS 1LE - Hyper Blue Join Date: Aug 2018 Location: Michigan Posts: 446	New to the 1LE group Well I pulled the trigger and got myself a 2018 Hyper Blue 2SS 1LE with PDR from the one and only Becky! Having them install the illuminate black bowtie, red knee bolsters and red seat belts before I pick it up. Also, having Xpel wrap on the whole front clip, rockers and around rear wheels. Plus ceramic coat the whole vehicle. I even ordered the skip shift eliminator already. I plan to do first oil change at 500 miles. Then do oil and diff change at 1500 miles. Anything else I should make sure I do? I dont plan to track it until next year Attached Images

08-07-2018, 11:10 AM	#2
MATTY-1LE Drives: 2018 Camaro SS 1LE Join Date: Jun 2018 Location: Houston Posts: 219	congrats!!! hmmm maybe some rock guards, a pro clip phone mount, and a catch can. None are really essential though __________________ Current: 2020 V6 A10 - looooving the regular unleaded, over 20mpg, and excellent daily driver manners!!!!! Past: 2018 1SS 1LE - stock 2008 C6 - heads/cam/boltons 2005 GTO - cam/boltons

08-07-2018, 12:01 PM	#8
D3adpool Drives: Garnet Red 2018 SS 1LE "Deadpool" Join Date: May 2018 Location: South Florida Posts: 86	Congrats man...beautiful car! I think everybody's covered what you should do when you first get the car...and smart man for getting the skip-shift eliminator first. Enjoy your new beauty! __________________

08-07-2018, 12:42 PM	#10
TRZ06 Drives: 22' Porsche PDK GT4 Join Date: Mar 2018 Location: Bay Area Posts: 2,027	Congrats man!!! I almost went with Hyper Blue, but ultimately went with the Nightfall Gray __________________ Current: 22' Porsche PDK GT4 (MCS 2-way remote dampers) Previous: 18' NFG 2SS *1LE* (ZL1 1LE solid rear cradle bushings & Corsa Exhaust) 16' F80 M3 (Ohlin R/T Coilovers) 13' Audi TTRS (APR Stage 1, MSS Springs) 09' C6 Z06 08' E90 M3 06' 335i (KW V2 Coilovers) 03' C5 Z06

08-07-2018, 11:12 AM	#3
GearheadSS Drives: 23 LT1/86 IROC-Z Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Greenville, Tx Posts: 5,041 View My Garage	Congrats!

08-07-2018, 11:42 AM	#6
TrackClub Drives: 2020 SS 1LE (previous: 2017 SS 1LE) Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Canada, eh! Posts: 5,091	No issues without a catch can here. Just an fyi. Id install rock guards and permanent lift pucks from zl1addons. Even tho you do not plan to track it just yet id check the alignment to ensure it is all up to spec. Sometimes these cars leave factory with really messed up alignments incl excessive toe etc. Defo worth checking imo. Edit: and welcome to the family!

08-07-2018, 04:09 PM	#14
Lethal Z American Gearhead!! Drives: ZL1 1LE/GT350/Ford RS/Gen 2 Raptor Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Merica Posts: 433	Congrats on the new ride and great color, but those skip shift eliminators are a complete waste of money...just step on the go pedal and it's gone!

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