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12-28-2017, 09:51 AM
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Drives: 2011 Camaro SS Join Date: Sep 2017
Location: Peoria
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Small suspension upgrades
I just purchased BMR lowering springs 1.25 drop for my 2011 SS. As far as shocks and struts go, should I replace with new stock ones, 1LE setup or Koni orange?
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12-29-2017, 08:07 AM
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Drives: 2011 Camaro SS Join Date: Sep 2017
Location: Peoria
Posts: 254
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Any suggestions?
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12-29-2017, 10:09 AM
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Drives: 2010 2SS/RS Join Date: Dec 2009
Location: Clarksville Tennesse.
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1LE or Bilstein B6, I have 1LE and they are stiff compared to SS shocks they control spring oscillation very quickly.
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1LE Front sway bar, Splitter, shocks and struts, Z28 dual mode mufflers, Intake, UCA Bushings, and Toresen 3.91 Diff. 1 piece DSS Drive Shaft, ZL1/C7 Calipers, and 32mm JPSS Rear Bar. ASC race spec splitter and wicker. 6th Gen M017 Wheels. Stainless Works 1 7/8 LTs. DSE and PAFDT Suspension components. |
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12-29-2017, 11:34 AM
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Drives: 2011 Camaro SS Join Date: Sep 2017
Location: Peoria
Posts: 254
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12-29-2017, 12:51 PM
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Drives: Camaro Justice Join Date: Jun 2007
Location: Virginia
Posts: 20,174
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We are big fans of the Bilstien B6 Inverted Mono Tube Kit that comes complete with internal bumpstops. They are a HUGE improvement over the SS or 1LE. You can find them in our online store by clicking the link below. The B6s and BMR lowering coils are a GREAT combination.
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01-03-2018, 08:02 AM
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Drives: 2015 SS/RS 1LE Join Date: Dec 2014
Location: Milwaukee, WI
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Spend the money for the B6 tubes. I have the BMR -1.25 springs with the B6's, love the set up. The 1le should have came from the factory with the B6's. They are the same stiffness as the 1le tubes but soak up road imperfections 75% better. They also don't cavitate like the stock 1le tubes do when pushed hard on rough roads/surfaces. I bought mine from Pete along with his rear sway, caster locks, billet radius arm bushings, and Z28 RUCA bushings. Can't be more pleased with his recommendations and service.
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01-03-2018, 08:06 AM
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Drives: Camaro Justice Join Date: Jun 2007
Location: Virginia
Posts: 20,174
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 The 1LE rear monotubes are a huge plus over the SS rears. The front 1LE twin tubes are better than the SS, but not as much of a gain as the rears. The B6 inverted monotubes with internal bumpstops are so much better... |
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01-07-2018, 12:44 AM
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Drives: 2015 Camaro 1SS 6M Join Date: Dec 2017
Location: The Freeway
Posts: 238
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I was just browsing and debating 1LE vs bilstein, glad I found this.
The biggest bang for your buck suspension wise is a good alignment. I love BSing about alignment specs, don't forget to keep the front toed in just a bit. 
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01-07-2018, 09:23 AM
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 Drives: 2013 Camaro 1SS Join Date: Oct 2017
Location: Huntsville, AL
Posts: 17
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Replying to "bookmark" this thread - good comments.
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01-07-2018, 10:13 AM
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Cone Killer
Drives: 2012 SS Join Date: Dec 2013
Location: St. Albans, West Virginia
Posts: 832
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I've heard lots of good things about the bilsteins, and while you're in there, I'd do radius rod bushing inserts up front. Firmed up the steering a but in my car on-center, which is nice.
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2012 Camaro SS - Sold
Selling off my remaining wheels, tires, 27mm front sway bar, and MGW shift knob. Get them out of my house before my wife puts me out! |
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