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ShizzyIzzy · 09-13-2011, 11:14 AM

I just got my Pfadt lowering springs and front/rear sways installed.

I CANNOT BE MORE HAPPY

Like most of us on these forums, I read everything I could about different kits and suspension offerings. I decided to go with Pfadt Stage 2 performance kit because this car is my daily driver and rarely sees track/course time.

The kit gave me the stance I was looking for (super aggressive) and handles like its on rails. I didnt know what to expect from the ride quality being this is my first sports car and first time to mod suspension, but I have to say, I am really pleased with the outcome.

The best I can describe is its like OEM ride quality on steroids!

Here are some before shots:

And After the Drop

chevy 3 · 09-13-2011, 11:31 AM

I used the same springs for my drop and hot dam. 1.25 all the way around and it's frigging perfect.

colemanvoice · 09-13-2011, 11:44 AM

Congrats ShizzyIzzy! I'm planning on pulling the trigger soon on the same set up, for about the same reasons. Glad to see you are so happy about the set up. I plan on getting them, but did you get the end links? Do you mind giving us a round number as to how much you paid for the install?

PfadtRacing · 09-13-2011, 12:29 PM

Your car looks great! Excellent work!

Keep us updated, for the daily driver Camaro the Stage2 is a great package!

axis · 09-13-2011, 01:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by PfadtRacing

Your car looks great! Excellent work!

Keep us updated, for the daily driver Camaro the Stage2 is a great package!

+1 and a helluva deal.

ShizzyIzzy · 09-13-2011, 02:15 PM

Colemanvoice, the install ended up at around $475 with alignment. The guys at the shop said the OEM front sway is a booger to get off so it took a little extra time. But I requested it be done w/o cutting so I can keep all the OEM parts.

The mod is by far the best $$ I have spent. And the most fun

ShizzyIzzy · 09-13-2011, 02:17 PM

Oh, and I didn't get the endlinks yet. Honestly its quiet as a mouse right now. I am going for the solid subframe connectors next though.

colemanvoice · 09-13-2011, 03:57 PM

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Originally Posted by ShizzyIzzy

Oh, and I didn't get the endlinks yet. Honestly its quiet as a mouse right now. I am going for the solid subframe connectors next though.

Right on, thanks for the info. You may or may not have seen, they released new OEM quite end links. I'm like you, I'm keeping all stock parts, that I can. I doubt it would happen with my style of driving, but I don't want bent end links.

Thanks again...and enjoy!

PfadtRacing · 09-16-2011, 11:07 AM

I hope you guys are enjoying the kit! We had some specific goals in mind when we developed the StageII package, the highest on the priority list being to reestablish a more neutral handling balance compared to stock.

Here is a video we took of one of our development cars on the skidpad. You can see how much more responsive and balanced the car is after installing the stageII kit!

monstertodd · 09-16-2011, 11:14 AM

Sadface

My Pfadt springs and sways are sitting in my garage right now, in their original packaging, collecting dust.

Your car looks great though, I'll never understand why GM didn't make this the factory stock ride height.

Rockin the BlueSS · 09-16-2011, 11:19 AM

damn threads like this one really make me want to get this kit... but im not sure if i will still be able to get in my garage.

anyone in southern california? want to come and drive into my garage? lol

garcmol · 09-16-2011, 11:21 AM

Funnest mod I've done. You'll enjoy it!

hrpiii · 09-16-2011, 11:35 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ShizzyIzzy

Oh, and I didn't get the endlinks yet. Honestly its quiet as a mouse right now. I am going for the solid subframe connectors next though.

why not both. Just sayin'

love my Pfadt stuff!

JDP Tech · 09-16-2011, 11:44 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by monstertodd

Sadface

My Pfadt springs and sways are sitting in my garage right now, in their original packaging, collecting dust.

Your car looks great though, I'll never understand why GM didn't make this the factory stock ride height.

Sounds like you need to call somebody up and get those installed for your return!
This definitely is the way it should have been from the factory!

Thank you for your service to us! :flag2:

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rockin the BlueSS

damn threads like this one really make me want to get this kit... but im not sure if i will still be able to get in my garage.

anyone in southern california? want to come and drive into my garage? lol

I have the Pfadt Stage 2 on my personal Camaro, and my driveway is pretty steep going up into my garage, and I don't have any problems, but who knows about yours. I'm pretty sure there are a bunch of SoCal Stage 2 Camaro's running around, hopefully they'll be able to hook you up, because this package is awesome!

09-13-2011, 11:14 AM	#1
ShizzyIzzy Novice Wrencher Drives: 2011 2SS/RS Summit White Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Austin Texas Posts: 40	Drop It Like Its Hot! (Pfadt Lowering Springs) I just got my Pfadt lowering springs and front/rear sways installed. I CANNOT BE MORE HAPPY Like most of us on these forums, I read everything I could about different kits and suspension offerings. I decided to go with Pfadt Stage 2 performance kit because this car is my daily driver and rarely sees track/course time. The kit gave me the stance I was looking for (super aggressive) and handles like its on rails. I didnt know what to expect from the ride quality being this is my first sports car and first time to mod suspension, but I have to say, I am really pleased with the outcome. The best I can describe is its like OEM ride quality on steroids! Here are some before shots: And After the Drop __________________ 2011 2SS/RS Summit White - Silver Stripes. Corsa Exhaust, CAI Inc. Intake, VMaxx Throttle Body, Pfadt Stage II Suspension Kit, Dynomax Headers, DynoTune, Rx Catch Can & breather

09-13-2011, 11:44 AM	#3
colemanvoice team chicklet camaro Drives: MOTL3Y Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Cumming GA Posts: 1,384 View My Garage	Congrats ShizzyIzzy! I'm planning on pulling the trigger soon on the same set up, for about the same reasons. Glad to see you are so happy about the set up. I plan on getting them, but did you get the end links? Do you mind giving us a round number as to how much you paid for the install? __________________

09-13-2011, 02:15 PM	#6
ShizzyIzzy Novice Wrencher Drives: 2011 2SS/RS Summit White Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Austin Texas Posts: 40	Colemanvoice, the install ended up at around $475 with alignment. The guys at the shop said the OEM front sway is a booger to get off so it took a little extra time. But I requested it be done w/o cutting so I can keep all the OEM parts. The mod is by far the best $$ I have spent. And the most fun __________________ 2011 2SS/RS Summit White - Silver Stripes. Corsa Exhaust, CAI Inc. Intake, VMaxx Throttle Body, Pfadt Stage II Suspension Kit, Dynomax Headers, DynoTune, Rx Catch Can & breather

09-13-2011, 02:17 PM	#7
ShizzyIzzy Novice Wrencher Drives: 2011 2SS/RS Summit White Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Austin Texas Posts: 40	Oh, and I didn't get the endlinks yet. Honestly its quiet as a mouse right now. I am going for the solid subframe connectors next though. __________________ 2011 2SS/RS Summit White - Silver Stripes. Corsa Exhaust, CAI Inc. Intake, VMaxx Throttle Body, Pfadt Stage II Suspension Kit, Dynomax Headers, DynoTune, Rx Catch Can & breather

09-16-2011, 11:19 AM	#11
Rockin the BlueSS The New Guy Drives: 2010 2SS/RS IBM M6 Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Cali Posts: 1,147	damn threads like this one really make me want to get this kit... but im not sure if i will still be able to get in my garage. anyone in southern california? want to come and drive into my garage? lol __________________ Wiper Reservoir Relocation Thread

09-13-2011, 11:31 AM	#2
chevy 3 NEcamaro5 Drives: Black 2ss rs 1LE Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: mass Posts: 4,328 View My Garage	I used the same springs for my drop and hot dam. 1.25 all the way around and it's frigging perfect.

09-13-2011, 12:29 PM	#4
PfadtRacing Drives: 2010 Camaro, 2006 Z06 Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: SLC, UT Posts: 3,370	Your car looks great! Excellent work! Keep us updated, for the daily driver Camaro the Stage2 is a great package!

09-16-2011, 11:07 AM	#9
PfadtRacing Drives: 2010 Camaro, 2006 Z06 Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: SLC, UT Posts: 3,370	I hope you guys are enjoying the kit! We had some specific goals in mind when we developed the StageII package, the highest on the priority list being to reestablish a more neutral handling balance compared to stock. Here is a video we took of one of our development cars on the skidpad. You can see how much more responsive and balanced the car is after installing the stageII kit!

09-16-2011, 11:14 AM	#10
monstertodd Drives: 2010 Cyber Grey Metallic 2SS/RS M6 Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Tega Cay, South Carolina Posts: 4,032 View My Garage	Sadface My Pfadt springs and sways are sitting in my garage right now, in their original packaging, collecting dust. Your car looks great though, I'll never understand why GM didn't make this the factory stock ride height.

09-16-2011, 11:21 AM	#12
garcmol Drives: 10 1LT SIM; 91 B4C sleeper Z Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Ft. Mitchell, Alabama Posts: 7,199	Funnest mod I've done. You'll enjoy it! __________________ Pedders Pace Car Package, Injen CAI, Flowmaster AT, AAC Lighting, ZL1 fascia/skirts, RKSport Ram Air hood, vented fenders, painted stripes (Gary's Customz), Honor and Valor badged (Thank you, John)

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