New ZL1 owner

Reznap · 11-04-2020, 11:32 PM

Hi Forum,

Just picked up a used ZL1 that I've been enjoying since Sunday. It appears to be more capable then the 2009 Corolla I drove for the last 10 years to save money for the kids.

The only thing I've run into so far is that I have a short but steep driveway. When I turn into the driveway at an angle to avoid scraping, one of the rear tires comes off the ground. I keep leaving little mini burnout marks. Does anyone know of a better way?

Also, feel free to please share any advice for things I should be doing regarding service (Currently @ 14k miles).

I look forward to contributing to this forum someday as I gain more experience with the car.

Thank you!

Staves · 11-04-2020, 11:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Reznap

Hi Forum,

Just picked up a used ZL1 that I've been enjoying since Sunday. It appears to be more capable then the 2009 Corolla I drove for the last 10 years

I wouldn't say more capable. Just different. Ok, maybe slightly more capable.

I don't really understand the mini-burnout situation.

arpad_m · 11-05-2020, 12:22 AM

Reznap, it's hard to tell if you're joking with that "appears to be more capable" (under)statement, but one thing's sure, you've invited some roasting, whether or not you meant to

Congratulations on the car, it's an amazing beast

As to your driveway, try tour or snow mode and less throttle input. The chassis is (fortunately) very rigid and it's quite possible that you would lift a wheel in that situation.

puppykat33 · 11-05-2020, 01:03 AM

look for driveway curb risers. It may help with the approach angle on the driveway so your dont raise the rear tire during transition.
https://www.google.com/search?q=driv..._AUoAXoECAQQAw

JacobC1983 · 11-05-2020, 04:47 AM

Happens to me sometimes too. I find its better to roll through it slowly rather than stop and start again.

gtfoxy · 11-05-2020, 05:36 AM

I have a pretty steep driveway as well.

I knew it was gong to be a concern when I built the house so I made sure the approach angle was a certain angle for a certain distance then increased at a certain rate. I still have to come in at an angle, but I have yet to rub on mine. It requires me to use 3/4 of the road coming from one direction, but it works.

I like the curb riser idea. That’s pretty cool.

Add: Congrats!

Markoz28 · 11-05-2020, 07:06 AM

Curb rise looks promising

Realist · 11-05-2020, 07:25 AM

That’s a big step up in power! Congrats!

Staves · 11-05-2020, 07:50 AM

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Originally Posted by arpad_m

Reznap, it's hard to tell if you're joking with that "appears to be more capable" (under)statement,

Yes, a real mystery.

arpad_m · 11-05-2020, 08:48 AM

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Originally Posted by Staves

Yes, a real mystery.

He has 4 posts and I've learned to assume absolutely nothing...

Z OH 6 · 11-05-2020, 09:21 AM

Yep, curb risers. The chassis on these cars is insanely stiff.

XAUSTD · 11-05-2020, 02:05 PM

Had mine 2 months now...I have the same problem going into my driveway. The tire chirp is just my way of saying I am home.

Reznap · 11-05-2020, 03:30 PM

Thanks for the welcomes!

Yes I would say its a nice change of pace compared to the Corolla

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I will try the snow/ice/touring mode for the driveway as I've mostly been in sport.

Is there a write up anywhere that explains each mode in more depth, aka "track mode gives you 30% slip angle before reigning you in."?

Lafourche1 · 11-05-2020, 04:01 PM

https://www.bridjit.com/

These folks can fix you right up. I have 5 sections in my drive. These are super sturdy.
Mine are over 5 years old. They will do a Google Earth to look at your house, if you call them on the phone.

11-04-2020, 11:32 PM	#1
Reznap Drives: 2018 ZL1 Join Date: Oct 2020 Location: Orange County, CA Posts: 11	New ZL1 owner Hi Forum, Just picked up a used ZL1 that I've been enjoying since Sunday. It appears to be more capable then the 2009 Corolla I drove for the last 10 years to save money for the kids. The only thing I've run into so far is that I have a short but steep driveway. When I turn into the driveway at an angle to avoid scraping, one of the rear tires comes off the ground. I keep leaving little mini burnout marks. Does anyone know of a better way? Also, feel free to please share any advice for things I should be doing regarding service (Currently @ 14k miles). I look forward to contributing to this forum someday as I gain more experience with the car. Thank you!

11-05-2020, 12:22 AM	#3
arpad_m Drives: 2018 Camaro 2SS A8 Join Date: Jul 2017 Location: East Tennessee Posts: 11,595 View My Garage	Reznap, it's hard to tell if you're joking with that "appears to be more capable" (under)statement, but one thing's sure, you've invited some roasting, whether or not you meant to Congratulations on the car, it's an amazing beast As to your driveway, try tour or snow mode and less throttle input. The chassis is (fortunately) very rigid and it's quite possible that you would lift a wheel in that situation. __________________ 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

11-05-2020, 01:03 AM	#4
puppykat33 Drives: Black 2019 ZL1 M6, Join Date: Sep 2019 Location: Georgia Posts: 322	look for driveway curb risers. It may help with the approach angle on the driveway so your dont raise the rear tire during transition. https://www.google.com/search?q=driv..._AUoAXoECAQQAw __________________ 2019 Black ZL1, M6, CF Hood and Dash, Nav System, ZL1 Addons rock guards and lift points, Michelin Pilot Sport 4S, DD Smoked Marker Lights, Ceramic window tint, Gtechniq 9yr ceramic coating. JL Audio stealth box 12W6, Dyanamat trunk, Dead pedal cover, Soler TB/TC, Green Filter, Carbon-fiber Borla S-Type

11-05-2020, 05:36 AM	#6
gtfoxy Account Suspended Drives: '21 Wild Cherry ZL1 Join Date: Aug 2018 Location: WI Posts: 2,082	I have a pretty steep driveway as well. I knew it was gong to be a concern when I built the house so I made sure the approach angle was a certain angle for a certain distance then increased at a certain rate. I still have to come in at an angle, but I have yet to rub on mine. It requires me to use 3/4 of the road coming from one direction, but it works. I like the curb riser idea. That’s pretty cool. Add: Congrats! Last edited by gtfoxy; 11-05-2020 at 07:19 AM.

11-05-2020, 04:01 PM	#14
Lafourche1 Drives: 2019 CLA 450 Mercedes Join Date: May 2016 Location: South Louisiana Posts: 1,107	https://www.bridjit.com/ These folks can fix you right up. I have 5 sections in my drive. These are super sturdy. Mine are over 5 years old. They will do a Google Earth to look at your house, if you call them on the phone. __________________ 2019 Lunar Blue Metallic Mercedes CLS 450 2021 C43 AMG Mercedes Coupe Metallic Cardinal Red 2014 Lincoln MKT EcoBoost (The Bus)

11-05-2020, 04:47 AM	#5
JacobC1983 Drives: 2019 ZL1 Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Missouri Posts: 488	Happens to me sometimes too. I find its better to roll through it slowly rather than stop and start again.

11-05-2020, 07:06 AM	#7
Markoz28 Drives: 18 ZL1 nightfall grey A10 Join Date: Apr 2018 Location: RGV Texas Posts: 1,527	Curb rise looks promising

11-05-2020, 07:25 AM	#8
Realist Drives: No Camaro :( Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Chitown Burbs Posts: 1,136	That’s a big step up in power! Congrats!

11-05-2020, 09:21 AM	#11
Z OH 6 Drives: 2021 Red Hot ZL1 Join Date: Sep 2020 Location: Gapplebees Posts: 3,080	Yep, curb risers. The chassis on these cars is insanely stiff.

11-05-2020, 02:05 PM	#12
XAUSTD Drives: ‘18 Camaro ZL1, ‘16 F150 S/C Coyote Join Date: Sep 2020 Location: Central FL Posts: 33	Had mine 2 months now...I have the same problem going into my driveway. The tire chirp is just my way of saying I am home.

11-05-2020, 03:30 PM	#13
Reznap Drives: 2018 ZL1 Join Date: Oct 2020 Location: Orange County, CA Posts: 11	Thanks for the welcomes! Yes I would say its a nice change of pace compared to the Corolla . I will try the snow/ice/touring mode for the driveway as I've mostly been in sport. Is there a write up anywhere that explains each mode in more depth, aka "track mode gives you 30% slip angle before reigning you in."?

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