1LE Suspension Review - Page 2

F1FTY · 06-08-2017, 10:07 PM

Great questions...

Keep in mind that I'm in the DC metro area so prices for labor may be higher.

With that said, it cost me $846 with an alignment thrown in for the install. The MRC programming requires the work to be done during the work week so that GM can provide the authorization code.

Total time was 2 days at my dealer, but the tech was swamped so it may be less time for you.

All-in for a shade over $2k and I have to say that it's caused me to really love the car that much more. Since I'm keeping the car for awhile, it was well worth the money spent. Everytime I put the throttle down without losing traction.

archer1965 · 06-09-2017, 12:02 PM

Suspension Package

Part Name: Suspension Handling Package
Part #: 84233245
Brand: Chevrolet OEM

dealer quoted me $525 for install when I bought the kit.

I've had mine for about three weeks. The handling and the cars ability to put power to the pavement is much improved.
Lowered my ride height by about 3/4 inch front, about 1/2 inch rear, and will settle more over time. I am still waiting for the 2016 software, which should provide even better performance.

JCunningham · 06-09-2017, 12:13 PM

the software is the reason I want to go with this kit over aftermarket.

kaydoe · 06-20-2017, 08:26 PM

Do you think this mod would work for a 2ss convertible?
thanks Chris

F1FTY · 06-20-2017, 09:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kaydoe

Do you think this mod would work for a 2ss convertible?
thanks Chris

If you have MRC, I don't see why not other than maybe the spring rates wouldn't be appropriate for the extra weight and different balance of the convertible.

NewCamaroOrder · 07-07-2017, 04:52 PM

Fifty, has your ride height dropped? I finished my review between 2500 and 3000 miles after I had it done so I knew it had settled and my ride height was lower front and back by around 1/2 inch.

F1FTY · 07-07-2017, 05:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by NewCamaroOrder

Fifty, has your ride height dropped? I finished my review between 2500 and 3000 miles after I had it done so I knew it had settled and my ride height was lower front and back by around 1/2 inch.

Good question.

Initially, the front did decrease in ride height by roughly .3" the rear ride height actually increased on my car by .2" I believe (typing from memory).

I'm now approaching 2k miles on the setup and just had a second alignment done on the car and there was definitely some settling. Will have to go and measure again. I'm hoping for the ride height change that you have seen!

AxiomVerge · 07-11-2017, 11:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by F1FTY

If you have MRC, I don't see why not other than maybe the spring rates wouldn't be appropriate for the extra weight and different balance of the convertible.

I was thinking this too...that the convertible springs might already be stiffer than the 1le to handle the weight. Could partially explain why they don't offer a convertible 1le.

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TheBusDriver · 03-29-2019, 07:27 AM

Apologies for revival.

Has anyone heard about the 2016 BCM update yet? Does it exist?
The part number that @archer1965 provided is only bringing up that it fits '17-'18, although he has a '16. Does it fit on a '16 SS with MRC with no modification? I would assume so. I assume the only reason they don't list it for the '16 is because of the lack of a BCM update for the MRC, but I'd like to be sure.

Would gladly appreciate any further information for us '16 guys. Thanks in advance.

L78toLT1 · 03-29-2019, 10:50 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TheBusDriver

Apologies for revival.

Has anyone heard about the 2016 BCM update yet? Does it exist?
The part number that @archer1965 provided is only bringing up that it fits '17-'18, although he has a '16. Does it fit on a '16 SS with MRC with no modification? I would assume so. I assume the only reason they don't list it for the '16 is because of the lack of a BCM update for the MRC, but I'd like to be sure.

Would gladly appreciate any further information for us '16 guys. Thanks in advance.

No apologies needed, BusDriver! I have posted on multiple threads inquiring about installing this kit on MRC equipped '16's. I am certain that the BCM update will never be available for us but I would guess the kit minus the reprogramming would still result in a noticeable improvement. There has to be someone out there with a MRC 2016 who has installed this kit. I would really like some objective evidence in support of using this kit without the MRC update but I don't want to be the guinea pig....

JCunningham · 03-30-2019, 12:38 AM

16 MRC update not going to happen.

L78toLT1 · 03-30-2019, 08:54 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JCunningham

16 MRC update not going to happen.

I agree, just wondering how this package performs without the MRC update

TheBusDriver · 03-31-2019, 07:49 PM

Thanks for the reply.

Dang, that sucks. I'm in the same boat as you, @L78toLT1, would love to know how it changes the handling dynamic without the update.

vtirocz · 03-31-2019, 07:56 PM

I wonder why they won't release a MY16 tune? Seems like easy money for them to offer this kit that's already fully sorted out on the '16s as well.

06-08-2017, 10:07 PM	#15
F1FTY Drives: 2018 ZL1 Join Date: Oct 2016 Location: At the Dealership Posts: 1,019 View My Garage	Great questions... Keep in mind that I'm in the DC metro area so prices for labor may be higher. With that said, it cost me $846 with an alignment thrown in for the install. The MRC programming requires the work to be done during the work week so that GM can provide the authorization code. Total time was 2 days at my dealer, but the tech was swamped so it may be less time for you. All-in for a shade over $2k and I have to say that it's caused me to really love the car that much more. Since I'm keeping the car for awhile, it was well worth the money spent. Everytime I put the throttle down without losing traction. __________________ It's been fun, done with GM. 2018 Camaro ZL1 (SOLD) - Blown Airbags 2017 Camaro SS F1FTY Member Journal (SOLD) - Bad Motor

06-09-2017, 12:02 PM	#16
archer1965 Drives: 2016 Camaro 2SS Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: Lake Stevens, Wa. Posts: 179 View My Garage	Suspension Package Part Name: Suspension Handling Package Part #: 84233245 Brand: Chevrolet OEM dealer quoted me $525 for install when I bought the kit. I've had mine for about three weeks. The handling and the cars ability to put power to the pavement is much improved. Lowered my ride height by about 3/4 inch front, about 1/2 inch rear, and will settle more over time. I am still waiting for the 2016 software, which should provide even better performance. __________________ 2SS Nightfall Grey / Black Rally Stripes / Sunroof NPP / MRC /1LE Suspension / Nav / M6/ Xpel'd / CAI

06-09-2017, 12:13 PM	#17
JCunningham Drives: 2017 2SS M6 Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: WNY Posts: 7,071	the software is the reason I want to go with this kit over aftermarket. __________________ real ZL1 wheels and brakes, 285/305 Michelin Pilot Super Sports, Pray ported Intake manifold, Soler Throttle Body, Rotofab intake, EFI Tuning Flex fuel kit, full American Racing Headers Exhaust, 1 7/8" w/ cats H pipe and mufflers. Full 1LE suspension, with BMR adjustable sway bars and links, GM aluminum cradle bushings, Hurst shifter with lighter reverse spring, TWM shifter knob, Tick level 1 transmission. I should have bought a ZL1

06-20-2017, 08:26 PM	#18
kaydoe Drives: 2017 Camaro 2ss convertible Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: Washington Mo. Posts: 54 View My Garage	vert? Do you think this mod would work for a 2ss convertible? thanks Chris

03-30-2019, 12:38 AM	#25
JCunningham Drives: 2017 2SS M6 Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: WNY Posts: 7,071	16 MRC update not going to happen. __________________ real ZL1 wheels and brakes, 285/305 Michelin Pilot Super Sports, Pray ported Intake manifold, Soler Throttle Body, Rotofab intake, EFI Tuning Flex fuel kit, full American Racing Headers Exhaust, 1 7/8" w/ cats H pipe and mufflers. Full 1LE suspension, with BMR adjustable sway bars and links, GM aluminum cradle bushings, Hurst shifter with lighter reverse spring, TWM shifter knob, Tick level 1 transmission. I should have bought a ZL1

07-07-2017, 04:52 PM	#20
NewCamaroOrder Drives: 2017 Camaro 2SS Nightfall Gray 1LE Join Date: Mar 2017 Location: SoCal Posts: 86	Fifty, has your ride height dropped? I finished my review between 2500 and 3000 miles after I had it done so I knew it had settled and my ride height was lower front and back by around 1/2 inch.

03-29-2019, 07:27 AM	#23
TheBusDriver Drives: 2016 2SS (M6) Join Date: Jun 2018 Location: Bethesda, MD Posts: 94	Apologies for revival. Has anyone heard about the 2016 BCM update yet? Does it exist? The part number that @archer1965 provided is only bringing up that it fits '17-'18, although he has a '16. Does it fit on a '16 SS with MRC with no modification? I would assume so. I assume the only reason they don't list it for the '16 is because of the lack of a BCM update for the MRC, but I'd like to be sure. Would gladly appreciate any further information for us '16 guys. Thanks in advance.

03-31-2019, 07:49 PM	#27
TheBusDriver Drives: 2016 2SS (M6) Join Date: Jun 2018 Location: Bethesda, MD Posts: 94	Thanks for the reply. Dang, that sucks. I'm in the same boat as you, @L78toLT1, would love to know how it changes the handling dynamic without the update.

03-31-2019, 07:56 PM	#28
vtirocz Drives: 2017 Camaro 1SS M6 Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Indy Posts: 2,460	I wonder why they won't release a MY16 tune? Seems like easy money for them to offer this kit that's already fully sorted out on the '16s as well. __________________ 2017 Camaro 1SS, M6, Hurst shifter, Hyper Blue, NPP, Gray Split Spoke Wheels Best 1/4 Mile: 12.24 @ 115.9 mph

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