ZL1 axles for an SS

My87z28 · 04-28-2017, 03:54 PM

Since we all know that the axles on this car seem to be on the weaker side. I'd like to know if the ZL1 axles are a direct fit for the SS. I realize that the ZL1 has the eLSD, but unless it's a completely different housing, I'd think they still fit. Does anyone know?

Eric SS · 04-28-2017, 04:32 PM

I believe at least one is a different length but I do not have a definitive answer on this. They do sell aftermarket high HP axles though.

My87z28 · 04-28-2017, 05:27 PM

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Originally Posted by Eric SS

I believe at least one is a different length but I do not have a definitive answer on this. They do sell aftermarket high HP axles though.

Yeah, I know about the Gforce axles, but I consider $1700 for set of axles to be asinine. Especially considering the Strange pro race axles in my drag car were less than $500, and are built to handle twice the power. If Gforce is the only option for a stronger axle in these cars, then someone needs to developed a more budget friendly axle for these cars. Otherwise I foresee quite a few budget bolt on guys with laid up cars.

Eric SS · 04-28-2017, 05:30 PM

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Originally Posted by My87z28

Yeah, I know about the Gforce axles, but I consider $1700 for set of axles to be asinine. Especially considering the Strange pro race axles in my drag car were less than $500, and are built to handle twice the power. If Gforce is the only option for a stronger axle in these cars, then someone needs to developed a more budget friendly axle for these cars. Otherwise I foresee quite a few budget bolt on guys with laid up cars.

I definitely agree with you there.

crash0117 · 04-28-2017, 05:51 PM

Driveshaft Shop makes them as well. That's where I got mine from. They are $1500 a set.

My87z28 · 04-28-2017, 06:03 PM

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Originally Posted by crash0117

Driveshaft Shop makes them as well. That's where I got mine from. They are $1500 a set.

Yeah, just read about theirs.$1500 is a tiny bit better, but I think it would be ideal for someone to make a set in the $700-900 range. Sure they wouldn't be as strong but I'd bet they'd sell twice as many as Gforce and DSS.

Dubchitts · 04-30-2017, 03:07 AM

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I definitely agree with you there.

I agree with this for 90% of mods right now. The prices just seem too high, but I guess it's the price we pay for modding new cars

Fraxum · 06-07-2017, 07:12 AM

I wonder isn't it cheaper on a lower HP (<600rw) car not on slicks just to replace the stock axles rather than buy stronger axles and break the much more expensive diff? Sort of like the shear pin on and outboard motor.

Perdieu · 06-07-2017, 08:24 AM

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Originally Posted by My87z28

Yeah, just read about theirs.$1500 is a tiny bit better, but I think it would be ideal for someone to make a set in the $700-900 range. Sure they wouldn't be as strong but I'd bet they'd sell twice as many as Gforce and DSS.

LMAO at the 700-900 range. The parts and material to build them cost more then that.

Also your 700-900 half-shafts wouldn't come with the life time warranty

SS 1LE · 06-07-2017, 09:07 AM

ZL1 (coupe) and SS 1LE with the eLSD have a shorter right side axle do to the eLSD's different shaped housing. So you can't directly swap axles in a regular SS.

EDFHOBBIES · 02-23-2019, 12:10 PM

Anyone figure this out? I have a chance to buy a zl1 1le M6 diff, axles, and driveshaft for a m6 SS. Easy swap? Or will it fit?

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My87z28 Drives: 1987 Z28, 385cid, '16 Camaro 1SS Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: Maryland Posts: 523	ZL1 axles for an SS Since we all know that the axles on this car seem to be on the weaker side. I'd like to know if the ZL1 axles are a direct fit for the SS. I realize that the ZL1 has the eLSD, but unless it's a completely different housing, I'd think they still fit. Does anyone know? __________________ 02/23/16: 1100, 03/16/16: 2500 # TGHR6N 03/16/16: 2500, 03/18/16: 3000 TPW : 4/11/16 04/8/16: built & VIN 04/11/16 - 04/28/26 : 4B00 Bayed QC hold, 04/29/16 : 4200 Rail yard '16 1SS 6M, black with jet black interior, split spoke gray machined faced wheels, and black front/rear bowtie emblems.

06-07-2017, 07:12 AM	#8
Fraxum Drives: a M6 LT1 ordered From Becky!!! Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: NJ Posts: 7,520	I wonder isn't it cheaper on a lower HP (<600rw) car not on slicks just to replace the stock axles rather than buy stronger axles and break the much more expensive diff? Sort of like the shear pin on and outboard motor. __________________ "Democracy Dies in Darkness" My LT1 Keeper ..... ..... My Car Blog CarPlayList, a free App to build USB and Android Music drives.

06-07-2017, 09:07 AM	#10
SS 1LE マスタング = 遅い Drives: 2017 Chevrolet Camaro SS 1LE Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: Florida Posts: 7,061	ZL1 (coupe) and SS 1LE with the eLSD have a shorter right side axle do to the eLSD's different shaped housing. So you can't directly swap axles in a regular SS. __________________

02-23-2019, 12:10 PM	#11
EDFHOBBIES Dyno Show Queen LOL Drives: 16 SS & 17 ZL1 Both Yellow Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Houston Posts: 4,345 View My Garage	Anyone figure this out? I have a chance to buy a zl1 1le M6 diff, axles, and driveshaft for a m6 SS. Easy swap? Or will it fit? __________________ Kong Ported 2650, Crawford Racing Port Injection, Weapon X 112mm Adapter, NW112mm TB, Livernois Ported LT4 Heads, Lingenfelter GT32 stealth cam, Haltech Elite, and Carbon by Trufiber

04-28-2017, 04:32 PM	#2
Eric SS #becauseracecar Drives: 2016 SS Sedan, 2016 Camaro SS Join Date: May 2015 Location: Phoenix Posts: 2,959	I believe at least one is a different length but I do not have a definitive answer on this. They do sell aftermarket high HP axles though.

04-28-2017, 05:51 PM	#5
crash0117 Drives: 2016 1SS Camaro Join Date: May 2016 Location: Ralegh, NC Posts: 100	Driveshaft Shop makes them as well. That's where I got mine from. They are $1500 a set.

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