Has Anybody ever raised their ZL1?

Bangkok_ZL1 · 09-20-2023, 10:31 PM

Being that I live in a country that might have mega-potholes from time to time; and speed bumps that can be 6 to 8" tall. Has anybody ever raised their ZL1? I can't even park in my condo garage cause the ramp is a bit too steep and the exhaust drags slightly. Now with these headers, certain Thai roads will be a problem. Just a few mm would make a world of difference for touring, which is what I do in this car.

arpad_m · 09-20-2023, 10:34 PM

I wouldn't mess with the suspension but switch to taller (35 aspect ratio) tires instead for an extra 0.6" of height. Yes, it's a compromise, but better than repeatedly smashing the exhaust or something even worse, and less intrusive than surrendering MRC.

*Joshinator99* · 09-20-2023, 10:35 PM

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Originally Posted by Bangkok_ZL1

Being that I live in a country that might have mega-potholes from time to time; and speed bumps that can be 6 to 8" tall. Has anybody ever raised their ZL1? I can't even park in my condo garage cause the ramp is a bit too steep and the exhaust drags slightly. Now with these headers, certain Thai roads will be a problem. Just a few mm would make a world of difference for touring, which is what I do in this car.

I would imagine you could find polyurethane coil spring spacers to add a little bit of height?

Edit: I like Arpad's idea better lol

Z OH 6 · 09-21-2023, 03:41 AM

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Originally Posted by arpad_m

I wouldn't mess with the suspension but switch to taller (35 aspect ratio) tires instead for an extra 0.6" of height. Yes, it's a compromise, but better than repeatedly smashing the exhaust or something even worse, and less intrusive than surrendering MRC.

I agree here and a taller tire will absorb bumps better too.

Bangkok_ZL1 · 09-21-2023, 11:26 PM

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Originally Posted by arpad_m

I wouldn't mess with the suspension but switch to taller (35 aspect ratio) tires instead for an extra 0.6" of height. Yes, it's a compromise, but better than repeatedly smashing the exhaust or something even worse, and less intrusive than surrendering MRC.

You know, this was such an obvious answer. However, sometimes when your mind is on so much or your distracted, ya just don't think of this obvious thing. Thank you so much for pointing that out. You are ABSOLUTELY correct. Or at least I should check to see if a set is sold here that would still fit but have a slightly higher sidewall. Another question for the forum. "What's the largest functional tire that fits in our wheel wells....

6spdhyperblue · 09-22-2023, 05:40 AM

You can switch to non 1LE mag ride SS springs. I thought that suspension plus the increased sidewall provided an increase in ride height and as Well as handling potholes

A lot of people run 28”

Gunkk · 09-22-2023, 07:38 AM

While I think that tires will offer the best benefit, here's another option: swap to convertible springs. They're set for +250lbs higher weight vs. the coupe so you should get a small bit of lift out of them too.

09-20-2023, 10:31 PM	#1
Bangkok_ZL1 Flying around Thailand Drives: 2019 Camaro ZL1 Join Date: Oct 2020 Location: Bangkok, Thailand Posts: 620	Has Anybody ever raised their ZL1? Being that I live in a country that might have mega-potholes from time to time; and speed bumps that can be 6 to 8" tall. Has anybody ever raised their ZL1? I can't even park in my condo garage cause the ramp is a bit too steep and the exhaust drags slightly. Now with these headers, certain Thai roads will be a problem. Just a few mm would make a world of difference for touring, which is what I do in this car.

09-20-2023, 10:34 PM	#2
arpad_m Drives: 2018 Camaro 2SS A8 Join Date: Jul 2017 Location: East Tennessee Posts: 13,476 View My Garage	I wouldn't mess with the suspension but switch to taller (35 aspect ratio) tires instead for an extra 0.6" of height. Yes, it's a compromise, but better than repeatedly smashing the exhaust or something even worse, and less intrusive than surrendering MRC. __________________ 2018 Camaro 2SS — G7E MX0 NPP F55 IO6 735 rwhp \| 665 rwtq Magnuson TVS 2300 80mm pulley \| Kooks 1 7/8" LT headers \| JRE smooth idle Terminator cam \| LT4 FS & injectors \| TSP forged pistons & rods JMS PowerMAX \| DSX flex fuel kit \| Roto-Fab CAI \| Soler 95mm LT5 TB \| 1LE wheels \| 1LE brakes \| BMR rear cradle lockout \| JRE custom tune 1100 - 1/30/18 \| 2000 - 1/31/18 3000 - 2/06/18 TPW 2/26/18 3400 - 2/19/18 \| 3800 - 2/26/18 4300 - 2/27/18 \| 4B00 - 3/01/18 4200 - 3/05/18 \| 4800 - 3/14/18 5000 - 3/16/18 \| 6000 - 3/19/18

09-22-2023, 05:40 AM	#6
6spdhyperblue Drives: 2SS 1LE Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: US Posts: 3,794	You can switch to non 1LE mag ride SS springs. I thought that suspension plus the increased sidewall provided an increase in ride height and as Well as handling potholes A lot of people run 28” __________________ Last edited by 6spdhyperblue; 09-22-2023 at 08:48 AM.

09-22-2023, 07:38 AM	#7
Gunkk Thank you Al Oppenheiser! Drives: Red Hot A10 ZL1 Convertible Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: Sarasota, FL Posts: 5,183 View My Garage	While I think that tires will offer the best benefit, here's another option: swap to convertible springs. They're set for +250lbs higher weight vs. the coupe so you should get a small bit of lift out of them too.

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