How is the ride height? (thinking of getting 1LE suspension)

Eric SS · 12-14-2016, 11:19 AM

GM is coming out with the 1LE suspension upgrade which includes the 1LE MRC calibration and for $1,125 it sounds like a good buy for those of us that like to track our cars but want to use GM components to protect the track warranty ( http://www.thatgmpartsguy.com/suspen...45?parent=1034 ).

So how is the ride height now that they are out on the roads? I know the pre-production wheel gap was atrocious. Does it sit any lower than the non-1LE SS? I'm debating between this and a set of track focused aftermarket springs. I'll probably be buying the OEM 1LE wheels as well when I need new tires. They're only about $800 more than the reproductions (sorry for the tangent).

SS 1LE · 12-14-2016, 11:24 AM

The SS 1LE's sit a little lower than a standard SS (verified by a member here who has both). The production cars are much lower then that prototype shown at the Chicago show. I usually lower my cars, but this one may be okay as is and I won't have to deal with all the possible issues lowering a car with MRC.

This is a forum members...I think it sits really good once settled from the delivery and such.

GearheadSS · 12-14-2016, 11:24 AM

Personally, I think the ride height is perfect.

brutusvk · 12-14-2016, 12:31 PM

Oh great. More money I must spend!

slick3 · 12-14-2016, 12:35 PM

I still think it needs an 1/2 inch - inch all around. I see some pictures and think wow its perfect, then others I am not feeling it. For example the Summit White 1LE that motortrend took a ton of the high res pictures of, it looks perfect.

DFW1LE · 12-14-2016, 12:52 PM

I wouldn't judge the ride height based solely on appearance. GM put some thought into this and I think its at a good height for street driving. That said, it is definitely lower than a standard SS. My 1LE is scrapping on the splitter entering the driveway, that was not the case for the 50th anniversary model.

WhyUMad1LE · 12-14-2016, 01:06 PM

If it was any lower it would be scraping everywhere.

bybcous · 12-14-2016, 01:17 PM

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Originally Posted by WhyUMad1LE

If it was any lower it would be scraping everywhere.

I doubt it, i never rub.

glamcem · 12-14-2016, 02:40 PM

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Originally Posted by DFW1LE

I wouldn't judge the ride height based solely on appearance. GM put some thought into this and I think its at a good height for street driving. That said, it is definitely lower than a standard SS. My 1LE is scrapping on the splitter entering the driveway, that was not the case for the 50th anniversary model.

exactly my thoughts I am a firm believer of "form follows function"

slick3 · 12-14-2016, 03:22 PM

I do agree with the function over form sentiments... If you can get similar spring rates in a lower package. I would think the effects should be negligible. Although the GM engineers have forgot more than I think I know

COmaro · 12-14-2016, 04:18 PM

I wonder if the flash for the MRC re-calibration also adds all of the 1LE track modes on the stability control/ALB. I'm going to say no, since I believe the 1LE uses the e-diff in conjunction with the stability control.

kropscamaro16 · 12-14-2016, 05:13 PM

lol i prefer my lowered 1ss to stock 1le height but all good! no mrc here btw

FNxR3DNECK · 12-14-2016, 06:01 PM

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Originally Posted by COmaro

I wonder if the flash for the MRC re-calibration also adds all of the 1LE track modes on the stability control/ALB. I'm going to say no, since I believe the 1LE uses the e-diff in conjunction with the stability control.

Yes the eLSD is an integral part of PTM, but either way I believe Chevy will want to keep PTM exclusive to the Zs and the 1LE.

Eric SS · 12-14-2016, 07:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by COmaro

I wonder if the flash for the MRC re-calibration also adds all of the 1LE track modes on the stability control/ALB. I'm going to say no, since I believe the 1LE uses the e-diff in conjunction with the stability control.

My guess would be that it only adjusts the dampers but I could be wrong. It may slightly adjust stabilittrac performance mode because of the different sway bars also. But who knows.

12-14-2016, 11:19 AM	#1
Eric SS #becauseracecar Drives: 2016 SS Sedan, 2016 Camaro SS Join Date: May 2015 Location: Phoenix Posts: 2,959	How is the ride height? (thinking of getting 1LE suspension) GM is coming out with the 1LE suspension upgrade which includes the 1LE MRC calibration and for $1,125 it sounds like a good buy for those of us that like to track our cars but want to use GM components to protect the track warranty ( http://www.thatgmpartsguy.com/suspen...45?parent=1034 ). So how is the ride height now that they are out on the roads? I know the pre-production wheel gap was atrocious. Does it sit any lower than the non-1LE SS? I'm debating between this and a set of track focused aftermarket springs. I'll probably be buying the OEM 1LE wheels as well when I need new tires. They're only about $800 more than the reproductions (sorry for the tangent).

12-14-2016, 11:24 AM	#2
SS 1LE マスタング = 遅い Drives: 2017 Chevrolet Camaro SS 1LE Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: Florida Posts: 7,061	The SS 1LE's sit a little lower than a standard SS (verified by a member here who has both). The production cars are much lower then that prototype shown at the Chicago show. I usually lower my cars, but this one may be okay as is and I won't have to deal with all the possible issues lowering a car with MRC. This is a forum members...I think it sits really good once settled from the delivery and such. Attached Images __________________

12-14-2016, 05:13 PM	#12
kropscamaro16 Drives: 2016 1ss camaro Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: 909 Posts: 10,130	lol i prefer my lowered 1ss to stock 1le height but all good! no mrc here btw __________________ 16 1SS NIGHTFALL GRAY METALLIC WITH NPP #BECAUSERACECAR #SAVETHEMANUALS

12-14-2016, 11:24 AM	#3
GearheadSS Drives: 23 LT1/86 IROC-Z Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Greenville, Tx Posts: 5,041 View My Garage	Personally, I think the ride height is perfect.

12-14-2016, 12:31 PM	#4
brutusvk Drives: future 2016 SS Join Date: Sep 2015 Location: Glendale, AZ Posts: 847	Oh great. More money I must spend!

12-14-2016, 12:35 PM	#5
slick3 Drives: Garnet Red - 20 ZLE Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: Southern California Posts: 1,010	I still think it needs an 1/2 inch - inch all around. I see some pictures and think wow its perfect, then others I am not feeling it. For example the Summit White 1LE that motortrend took a ton of the high res pictures of, it looks perfect.

12-14-2016, 12:52 PM	#6
DFW1LE Drives: 2017 SS 1LE Mosiac Black Join Date: Nov 2016 Location: DFW, TX Posts: 1,132	I wouldn't judge the ride height based solely on appearance. GM put some thought into this and I think its at a good height for street driving. That said, it is definitely lower than a standard SS. My 1LE is scrapping on the splitter entering the driveway, that was not the case for the 50th anniversary model.

12-14-2016, 01:06 PM	#7
WhyUMad1LE Drives: 17 SS 1LE Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: Houston Posts: 1,920	If it was any lower it would be scraping everywhere.

12-14-2016, 03:22 PM	#10
slick3 Drives: Garnet Red - 20 ZLE Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: Southern California Posts: 1,010	I do agree with the function over form sentiments... If you can get similar spring rates in a lower package. I would think the effects should be negligible. Although the GM engineers have forgot more than I think I know

12-14-2016, 04:18 PM	#11
COmaro Drives: Many Join Date: Sep 2016 Location: Colorado Posts: 220	I wonder if the flash for the MRC re-calibration also adds all of the 1LE track modes on the stability control/ALB. I'm going to say no, since I believe the 1LE uses the e-diff in conjunction with the stability control.

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