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dreksnot · 03-08-2017, 04:27 AM

3.73 will work stellar at the track

dentnshell · 03-08-2017, 05:42 AM

I have the ZL1 hubs that I picked up as part of the purchase of my diff. I however did not install them. I don't track the car. It was hard for me to justify replacing a good part for an unknown used part. I have them for backup.

miller8907 · 03-19-2017, 09:55 PM

This thread has helped a lot with my swap. One thing I wanted to mention was that in the original post it says a 32mm socket is required to remove the SS axle nut. However, on my 2014 SS it required the same 36mm socket as the ZL1 axle nut.

cc-rider · 03-22-2017, 02:12 PM

Very interesting tid bit. I wrote the original post. And mine is a 2010 SS. Maybe they updated the axle end and hub in the 2014 "refresh" for the Camaro. Thanks for sharing!

dreksnot · 03-22-2017, 03:38 PM

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Originally Posted by cc-rider

Very interesting tid bit. I wrote the original post. And mine is a 2010 SS. Maybe they updated the axle end and hub in the 2014 "refresh" for the Camaro. Thanks for sharing!

You just have smaller nuts.

miller8907 · 03-22-2017, 09:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dreksnot

You just have smaller nuts.

hillshooter · 04-07-2017, 12:22 PM

Whats a good source for the rear end only? what have people been paying?

cc-rider · 04-10-2017, 05:11 PM

Look around on ebay and here. I think Dreksnot has one he'll sell for the right deal on shipping. I did a swap with a guy for my stock diff so my price isn't really relevant. The total kit brand new can be had for $3800ish from Jegs or Summit or a few more places.

The cheapest you'll piece one together with used parts will be in the $2000-$2500ish range I think. So the kit brand new really isn't that bad of a deal. Saves you a ton of time messing around trying to find parts (some of which were backordered when I tried to get them).

cc-rider · 04-10-2017, 05:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dreksnot

You just have smaller nuts.

Just saw this now...you sum bitch! Wasn't even here to defend myself.

Infern0 · 04-10-2017, 05:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cc-rider

Look around on ebay and here. I think Dreksnot has one he'll sell for the right deal on shipping. I did a swap with a guy for my stock diff so my price isn't really relevant. The total kit brand new can be had for $3800ish from Jegs or Summit or a few more places.

The cheapest you'll piece one together with used parts will be in the $2000-$2500ish range I think. So the kit brand new really isn't that bad of a deal. Saves you a ton of time messing around trying to find parts (some of which were backordered when I tried to get them).

Yep, have the kit I was gonna use listed in the marketplace. Best if I don't have to ship though. Don't know how to freight stuff.

BigMatt · 04-11-2017, 10:23 AM

Quick question for you guys. If I put the Trans flange (GM part# 22960154) on my m6 SS, I can just use a regular zl1 driveshaft (from DSS) correct?

cc-rider · 04-11-2017, 01:05 PM

Yes...if you have the ZL1 trans flange (which will fit perfectly on your M6 output shaft) and the ZL1 rear end...you can then use all the ZL1 driveshafts out there (OEM or aftermarket).

Just make sure you get the driveshaft for the manual and not the auto. They are different lengths.

BigMatt · 04-11-2017, 02:59 PM

Thanks for clearing that up cc rider!

dreksnot · 04-11-2017, 03:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cc-rider

Just saw this now...you sum bitch! Wasn't even here to defend myself.

Man, I thought you needed glasses too.

Didn't heard a peep out of you for much too long.

Thanks for the heavy-weight shipping info. Hopefully, will be using that on the 3.73 diff soon.

03-08-2017, 04:27 AM	#71
dreksnot Served USN - Atomic Chimp Drives: 2021 Camaro ZL1 1LE A10 Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Fort Collins, CO Posts: 1,608 View My Garage	3.73 will work stellar at the track __________________ In excess of 1,000WHP LSX434 \| AGP 65/65 TT \| BTR Equalizer Intake \| Trickflow 245cc cathedral \| BTR custom cam \| Cortex EBC \| n2mb WOT \| ID-1700x \| Brisk GR12S \| RPM Lv 7 TR6060 \| AGP's Triple 525LPH Fore Fuel \| Monster LT1-S Triple \| 4.11 DSS Proform 9", CF driveshaft, 1400hp axles \| Hurst Line Lock \| MGW Retro Short Throw w/old skool Hurst T-handle \| ADM solid subframe mounts \| Prothane Motor Mounts \| Revshift Poly Trans insert \| Moreno camber/caster plates

03-08-2017, 05:42 AM	#72
dentnshell Drives: Black 2014 2SS Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Oologah, OK Posts: 454 View My Garage	I have the ZL1 hubs that I picked up as part of the purchase of my diff. I however did not install them. I don't track the car. It was hard for me to justify replacing a good part for an unknown used part. I have them for backup. __________________ 2014 L99 2SS. 595HP/571ft-lbs Mods: LSA Conversion 2.5" Upper Pulley, 65# injectors, GPI SS1 Cam, SP Long Tubes, ADM Race Scoop & CAI, NPP exhaust (DIY control), BMR 1" lowering springs, ZL1 Rear Differential / Axles, CF Side Strip / Hood Spear, Tint - Windows / Tails / Sidemarkers, Splash Guards, ADM Boost Gauge, ABL Dashkit, '68 Script Badges, ACS T4 Splitter, ZL1 Rockers from Gary's, Z28 Spoiler, Carbon Fiber Hood Vent, Summer - MRR FS01 Satin Black (10" Front 11" Rear) Winter, pictured-Drag DR 64's Satin Black (9" Front-10" Rear.)

03-19-2017, 09:55 PM	#73
miller8907 Drives: 2014 1SS/RS LS3 Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Wisconsin Posts: 621	This thread has helped a lot with my swap. One thing I wanted to mention was that in the original post it says a 32mm socket is required to remove the SS axle nut. However, on my 2014 SS it required the same 36mm socket as the ZL1 axle nut. __________________ 2014 1SS/RS LS3 AGP TT, Custom TSP Cam, 4L80E Swap 1/4 mile- 9.53 @ 145mph

04-11-2017, 10:23 AM	#81
BigMatt 2010 Camaro 2 SS/RS M6 Drives: 2010 Camaro SS/RS Join Date: May 2009 Location: Clayton Delaware Posts: 1,218 View My Garage	Quick question for you guys. If I put the Trans flange (GM part# 22960154) on my m6 SS, I can just use a regular zl1 driveshaft (from DSS) correct? __________________ Forged LS3, FED M311 heads, CAI Inc, ARH 1 7/8, Corsa Xtreme, Taylor Wires, MGW Shifter, Street slayer twin carbon clutch, Tick braided clutch line & speed bleeder, ZL1 Diff Swap, BMR Split drop, Sway Bars, Trailing Arms, Toe Rods, Pro bushing kit, Carslyle racing 15in conversion, Whipple, LPE dual fuel pumps, Rx catch can, Id1300x, Alky Control

04-11-2017, 02:59 PM	#83
BigMatt 2010 Camaro 2 SS/RS M6 Drives: 2010 Camaro SS/RS Join Date: May 2009 Location: Clayton Delaware Posts: 1,218 View My Garage	Thanks for clearing that up cc rider! __________________ Forged LS3, FED M311 heads, CAI Inc, ARH 1 7/8, Corsa Xtreme, Taylor Wires, MGW Shifter, Street slayer twin carbon clutch, Tick braided clutch line & speed bleeder, ZL1 Diff Swap, BMR Split drop, Sway Bars, Trailing Arms, Toe Rods, Pro bushing kit, Carslyle racing 15in conversion, Whipple, LPE dual fuel pumps, Rx catch can, Id1300x, Alky Control

03-22-2017, 02:12 PM	#74
cc-rider Drives: 2010 Camaro SS Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: MN Posts: 1,172	Very interesting tid bit. I wrote the original post. And mine is a 2010 SS. Maybe they updated the axle end and hub in the 2014 "refresh" for the Camaro. Thanks for sharing!

04-07-2017, 12:22 PM	#77
hillshooter Drives: 2015 Camaro SS commemorative Join Date: May 2015 Location: Utah Posts: 425	Whats a good source for the rear end only? what have people been paying?

04-10-2017, 05:11 PM	#78
cc-rider Drives: 2010 Camaro SS Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: MN Posts: 1,172	Look around on ebay and here. I think Dreksnot has one he'll sell for the right deal on shipping. I did a swap with a guy for my stock diff so my price isn't really relevant. The total kit brand new can be had for $3800ish from Jegs or Summit or a few more places. The cheapest you'll piece one together with used parts will be in the $2000-$2500ish range I think. So the kit brand new really isn't that bad of a deal. Saves you a ton of time messing around trying to find parts (some of which were backordered when I tried to get them).

04-11-2017, 01:05 PM	#82
cc-rider Drives: 2010 Camaro SS Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: MN Posts: 1,172	Yes...if you have the ZL1 trans flange (which will fit perfectly on your M6 output shaft) and the ZL1 rear end...you can then use all the ZL1 driveshafts out there (OEM or aftermarket). Just make sure you get the driveshaft for the manual and not the auto. They are different lengths.