After lurking and dreaming I finally got a ZL1

AZ_ZL1 · 12-01-2021, 01:18 AM

Was really interested in the 2 SS 1LE or the ZL1 after searching and searching AZ as well as CA, and Utah I got a ZL1 2 weeks ago. Wow super impressed even after owning numerous Liter bikes/crotch rockets. I did not get it exactly as I would have ordered it but in these times the waiting time I was getting was too long for me. The main colors I was looking at was Black, Riverside Blue and Wild Cherry. I started with 3 miles on Odo and now got a little over 500 miles on it already.

2022 ZL1 in Riverside Blue A10 (Limo tint coming soon)

AZ_ZL1 · 12-01-2021, 01:50 AM

Also got the ZL1 Addons lifting blocks for the pinch welds and rock guard I need to install. And was planning on changing oil at 1000 miles and seen some saying 500 and 1500 it seems over kill doing twice so fast. And read to do the rear diff soon as well but not sure on when on that yet. I’m coming from lifted trucks (F250, Tacoma & FJ) over the last 20+ years so quite different I always did quick oil change but never front diff, transfer case or rear diff on the trucks, suv or cars early before so that’s new to me.

What else should I be thinking about? And also anyone from AZ on here that can recommend a premium window tinter because this rear window is insane. I’m also quite meticulous on things so looking for the best. I had dealer do nothing to the car besides fill it up so that I could clean, clay and detail the car myself.

AZIROC · 12-01-2021, 03:36 AM

Congrats on the new car! Where in AZ are you. Im out in Waddell.

As far as oil change, od say do it around 500-1000 miles. Do the diff around 500 miles as well. Then its good for a long while afterwards.

Get the zl1 add-ons lift blocks and rock guards asap.

As far as tint, unfortunately my tint person went under during covid so idk. Id also recommend spending the coin and either get it PPF'd or ceramic (or both) depending on if its a daily driver or a weekend toy. Past that, enjoy the car.

PROMETHEUS · 12-01-2021, 06:05 AM

If you check on Amazon, there are similar Chinese "knockoff" lifting blocks for the 6th gen. They are a little cheaper than ZL1addons, but do exactly the same thing! Had them on mine for over 2 years without an issue.

LT4Greg · 12-01-2021, 06:36 AM

Congratulations and one of my favorite colors! Enjoy that new hotrod.��

arpad_m · 12-01-2021, 06:52 AM

Looks very good, congrats

The diff fluid change is to get rid of potential break-in contamination, cheap insurance and peace of mind basically.

If you want to preserve the paint in the best possible condition, I'd look at getting some rock guards (mudflaps, heh) as well as PPF for at least the front and side mirror caps, but if you can swing it, the whole car.

Gunkk · 12-01-2021, 07:02 AM

Congrats on the Z!

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there are similar Chinese "knockoff" lifting blocks

Or you can support an American entrepreneur instead.

infinitereality · 12-01-2021, 07:04 AM

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Originally Posted by PROMETHEUS

If you check on Amazon, there are similar Chinese "knockoff" lifting blocks for the 6th gen. They are a little cheaper than ZL1addons, but do exactly the same thing! Had them on mine for over 2 years without an issue.

I did the same ones as you, just off ebay. Big price difference, very similar product. Works as expect, zero issues. I opted for red, so when getting tires mounted, etc workers would actually notice (and hopefully use) them.

rezpawn · 12-01-2021, 08:45 AM

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Originally Posted by infinitereality

I did the same ones as you, just off ebay. Big price difference, very similar product. Works as expect, zero issues. I opted for red, so when getting tires mounted, etc workers would actually notice (and hopefully use) them.

Do you have a link to the ones you got?

infinitereality · 12-01-2021, 09:02 AM

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Originally Posted by rezpawn

Do you have a link to the ones you got?

Seller (beebs884) I bought mine from no longer carries them, but I paid $32.99 shipped for the set of 4. Here's similar, although few more bucks. I wouldn't hesitate to purchase again.

https://www.ebay.com/itm/193550914868

Palutz · 12-01-2021, 09:05 AM

Congrats on the purchase! That riverside blue is beautiful and it was my second choice behind black.

RG20SS · 12-01-2021, 09:47 AM

Nice ride man. enjoy it

arpad_m · 12-01-2021, 09:50 AM

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Originally Posted by Gunkk

Congrats on the Z!

Or you can support an American entrepreneur instead.

Exactly, that's why I bought from ZL1 Addons myself. Sure, it cost a couple bucks more than those janky aliexpress specials, but I don't see how saving ten or twenty on parts for a $70k car helps anyone here, short or long term.

brians98ss · 12-01-2021, 09:53 AM

For tinting try

https://shanestintandclearbra.com/

He is located in Peoria and did a great job on my last two Corvettes.

12-01-2021, 01:18 AM	#1
AZ_ZL1 Drives: 2022 Camaro ZL1 Join Date: Nov 2021 Location: AZ Posts: 28	After lurking and dreaming I finally got a ZL1 Was really interested in the 2 SS 1LE or the ZL1 after searching and searching AZ as well as CA, and Utah I got a ZL1 2 weeks ago. Wow super impressed even after owning numerous Liter bikes/crotch rockets. I did not get it exactly as I would have ordered it but in these times the waiting time I was getting was too long for me. The main colors I was looking at was Black, Riverside Blue and Wild Cherry. I started with 3 miles on Odo and now got a little over 500 miles on it already. 2022 ZL1 in Riverside Blue A10 (Limo tint coming soon) Attached Images

12-01-2021, 06:36 AM	#5
LT4Greg Drives: 2017 Camaro ZL1 Coupe Join Date: May 2016 Location: Georgia Posts: 5,813	Congratulations and one of my favorite colors! Enjoy that new hotrod.�� __________________ ZL1 Coupe, PDR, Exposed carbon fiber hood insert, My Link with Nav, M6 6 speed and Silver Ice Metallic. Mods done: ceramic window tint, GM Accessories Camaro floor mats and Roto-Fab CAI.

12-01-2021, 06:52 AM	#6
arpad_m Drives: 2018 Camaro 2SS A8 Join Date: Jul 2017 Location: East Tennessee Posts: 11,601 View My Garage	Looks very good, congrats The diff fluid change is to get rid of potential break-in contamination, cheap insurance and peace of mind basically. If you want to preserve the paint in the best possible condition, I'd look at getting some rock guards (mudflaps, heh) as well as PPF for at least the front and side mirror caps, but if you can swing it, the whole car. __________________ 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

12-01-2021, 09:47 AM	#12
RG20SS Drives: 2021 ZL1 Join Date: Feb 2020 Location: Austin Tx Posts: 72	Nice ride man. enjoy it __________________ 2021 Wild Cherry ZL1 A10 Fully optioned ROTOFAB CAI, KOOKS 2" HEADERS W/GREEN CATS, 2.3 UPPER PULLEY, FORCED INDUCTIONS INTERCHILLER, EXODUS TUNED 654HP/718TQ 2020 Rally Green 1SS *SOLD

12-01-2021, 01:50 AM	#2
AZ_ZL1 Drives: 2022 Camaro ZL1 Join Date: Nov 2021 Location: AZ Posts: 28	Also got the ZL1 Addons lifting blocks for the pinch welds and rock guard I need to install. And was planning on changing oil at 1000 miles and seen some saying 500 and 1500 it seems over kill doing twice so fast. And read to do the rear diff soon as well but not sure on when on that yet. I’m coming from lifted trucks (F250, Tacoma & FJ) over the last 20+ years so quite different I always did quick oil change but never front diff, transfer case or rear diff on the trucks, suv or cars early before so that’s new to me. What else should I be thinking about? And also anyone from AZ on here that can recommend a premium window tinter because this rear window is insane. I’m also quite meticulous on things so looking for the best. I had dealer do nothing to the car besides fill it up so that I could clean, clay and detail the car myself.

12-01-2021, 03:36 AM	#3
AZIROC Drives: '86 IROC-Z '18 ZL1 Join Date: Jul 2019 Location: Arizona Posts: 734	Congrats on the new car! Where in AZ are you. Im out in Waddell. As far as oil change, od say do it around 500-1000 miles. Do the diff around 500 miles as well. Then its good for a long while afterwards. Get the zl1 add-ons lift blocks and rock guards asap. As far as tint, unfortunately my tint person went under during covid so idk. Id also recommend spending the coin and either get it PPF'd or ceramic (or both) depending on if its a daily driver or a weekend toy. Past that, enjoy the car.

12-01-2021, 06:05 AM	#4
PROMETHEUS Drives: 2019 ZL-1, Shadow Gray, Sold Join Date: Jan 2019 Location: Fredericksburg, VA Posts: 1,390	If you check on Amazon, there are similar Chinese "knockoff" lifting blocks for the 6th gen. They are a little cheaper than ZL1addons, but do exactly the same thing! Had them on mine for over 2 years without an issue.

12-01-2021, 09:05 AM	#11
Palutz Banned Drives: 22 ZLE M6 Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Corpus Christi Posts: 601	Congrats on the purchase! That riverside blue is beautiful and it was my second choice behind black.

12-01-2021, 09:53 AM	#14
brians98ss Drives: 2007 Z06 Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: AZ Posts: 4	For tinting try https://shanestintandclearbra.com/ He is located in Peoria and did a great job on my last two Corvettes.

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