Does aero come installed from factory!?!?!?
10-14-2016, 07:58 PM
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Does aero come installed from factory!?!?!?
Im taking delivery of my Arctic White 3LZ Z06 (Z07 Package) with carbon flash painted ground effects package in a week or two and my dealership says the aero is either installed from the factory or it is in the car and they install it during PDI (pre-inspection delivery). This doesn't sound right. From what I have read, the aero bits are sent separate from the car so they aren't damaged during transport. My dealership also said they are kind of guessing that the aero comes installed or the aero will be in the car because they checked and nothing has been sent along with the car because they are usually notified if there is something sent with it. This is also their first Z06 with ground effects and Z07 package. So my question is... Does the aero comes installed from the factory and some parts are in the car? or does the aero come separate from the car to avoid being damaged? I don't plan on paying for the car if the aero bits are not on the car when I take delivery.
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10-14-2016, 09:39 PM
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I'm not positive, but pretty sure that everything comes in the car.
I did NCM delivery, so didn't have to put up with a dealer that had never done Z06/Z07 delivery.
I believe the Z07 comes delivered to the dealer with the short Stage 2 front splitter end plates. The rear spoiler will come without the Stage 2/3 extension wings or the Stage 3 clear wicker bill installed. The Stage 3 front and rear aero stuff should be in the car.
At the Museum, they DO NOT remove the red protective cover from the tape, so the tape is NOT stuck onto the spoiler. I am very appreciative of that, because I got a pair of the short Stage 1 wings for the rear spoiler to reduce drag for high speed events, and I did not remove the red cover on them either. I like the ability to easily change the wings/extensions on the rear spoiler for different performance requirements, and I like to change the look of the car. Without the wings stuck on with the tape there are 5 screws to remove on each wing, so swapping from one stage to the other can be done easily and quickly.
The museum left the smaller Stage 2 front splitter end plates on the car and gave me the Stage 3 end plates to put on when I wanted more downforce or to change the look. You can probably get them to leave the Stage 2 end plates on, or get them to install the Stage 3 ones. Either way - MAKE SURE THEY GIVE YOU THE OTHER SET!!! If they leave the Stage 2 on, they should supply you with the Stage 3 ones, along with 4 screws (2 for each side) that hold it to the splitter and 6 screws (3 each side) for inside the fender well/spat. If they swap on the Stage 3, make sure they give you the small Stage 2 end plates along with the 10 screws similar to above - they are different for the two stages, so make sure you get 10 screws with either set of end plates.
Bottom line:
I did NCM delivery, so didn't have to put up with a dealer that had never done Z06/Z07 delivery.
I believe the Z07 comes delivered to the dealer with the short Stage 2 front splitter end plates. The rear spoiler will come without the Stage 2/3 extension wings or the Stage 3 clear wicker bill installed. The Stage 3 front and rear aero stuff should be in the car.
At the Museum, they DO NOT remove the red protective cover from the tape, so the tape is NOT stuck onto the spoiler. I am very appreciative of that, because I got a pair of the short Stage 1 wings for the rear spoiler to reduce drag for high speed events, and I did not remove the red cover on them either. I like the ability to easily change the wings/extensions on the rear spoiler for different performance requirements, and I like to change the look of the car. Without the wings stuck on with the tape there are 5 screws to remove on each wing, so swapping from one stage to the other can be done easily and quickly.
The museum left the smaller Stage 2 front splitter end plates on the car and gave me the Stage 3 end plates to put on when I wanted more downforce or to change the look. You can probably get them to leave the Stage 2 end plates on, or get them to install the Stage 3 ones. Either way - MAKE SURE THEY GIVE YOU THE OTHER SET!!! If they leave the Stage 2 on, they should supply you with the Stage 3 ones, along with 4 screws (2 for each side) that hold it to the splitter and 6 screws (3 each side) for inside the fender well/spat. If they swap on the Stage 3, make sure they give you the small Stage 2 end plates along with the 10 screws similar to above - they are different for the two stages, so make sure you get 10 screws with either set of end plates.
Bottom line:
- The aero parts should be in the car
- I recommend that you tell them to not remove the red cover from the tape on the rear spoiler wings - i.e., do not "stick" the spoiler wings on, just bolt them on.
- Whichever front splitter end plates are on the car, make sure you get the other set along with the 10 screws for that set - the screws are similar, but different.
Last edited by BEZ06; 10-14-2016 at 09:41 PM.
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10-14-2016, 11:19 PM
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Last edited by SharkgrayVetteZ06; 10-14-2016 at 11:23 PM.
10-14-2016, 11:21 PM
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I'm not positive, but pretty sure that everything comes in the car.
I did NCM delivery, so didn't have to put up with a dealer that had never done Z06/Z07 delivery.
I believe the Z07 comes delivered to the dealer with the short Stage 2 front splitter end plates. The rear spoiler will come without the Stage 2/3 extension wings or the Stage 3 clear wicker bill installed. The Stage 3 front and rear aero stuff should be in the car.
At the Museum, they DO NOT remove the red protective cover from the tape, so the tape is NOT stuck onto the spoiler. I am very appreciative of that, because I got a pair of the short Stage 1 wings for the rear spoiler to reduce drag for high speed events, and I did not remove the red cover on them either. I like the ability to easily change the wings/extensions on the rear spoiler for different performance requirements, and I like to change the look of the car. Without the wings stuck on with the tape there are 5 screws to remove on each wing, so swapping from one stage to the other can be done easily and quickly.
The museum left the smaller Stage 2 front splitter end plates on the car and gave me the Stage 3 end plates to put on when I wanted more downforce or to change the look. You can probably get them to leave the Stage 2 end plates on, or get them to install the Stage 3 ones. Either way - MAKE SURE THEY GIVE YOU THE OTHER SET!!! If they leave the Stage 2 on, they should supply you with the Stage 3 ones, along with 4 screws (2 for each side) that hold it to the splitter and 6 screws (3 each side) for inside the fender well/spat. If they swap on the Stage 3, make sure they give you the small Stage 2 end plates along with the 10 screws similar to above - they are different for the two stages, so make sure you get 10 screws with either set of end plates.
Bottom line:
I did NCM delivery, so didn't have to put up with a dealer that had never done Z06/Z07 delivery.
I believe the Z07 comes delivered to the dealer with the short Stage 2 front splitter end plates. The rear spoiler will come without the Stage 2/3 extension wings or the Stage 3 clear wicker bill installed. The Stage 3 front and rear aero stuff should be in the car.
At the Museum, they DO NOT remove the red protective cover from the tape, so the tape is NOT stuck onto the spoiler. I am very appreciative of that, because I got a pair of the short Stage 1 wings for the rear spoiler to reduce drag for high speed events, and I did not remove the red cover on them either. I like the ability to easily change the wings/extensions on the rear spoiler for different performance requirements, and I like to change the look of the car. Without the wings stuck on with the tape there are 5 screws to remove on each wing, so swapping from one stage to the other can be done easily and quickly.
The museum left the smaller Stage 2 front splitter end plates on the car and gave me the Stage 3 end plates to put on when I wanted more downforce or to change the look. You can probably get them to leave the Stage 2 end plates on, or get them to install the Stage 3 ones. Either way - MAKE SURE THEY GIVE YOU THE OTHER SET!!! If they leave the Stage 2 on, they should supply you with the Stage 3 ones, along with 4 screws (2 for each side) that hold it to the splitter and 6 screws (3 each side) for inside the fender well/spat. If they swap on the Stage 3, make sure they give you the small Stage 2 end plates along with the 10 screws similar to above - they are different for the two stages, so make sure you get 10 screws with either set of end plates.
Bottom line:
- The aero parts should be in the car
- I recommend that you tell them to not remove the red cover from the tape on the rear spoiler wings - i.e., do not "stick" the spoiler wings on, just bolt them on.
- Whichever front splitter end plates are on the car, make sure you get the other set along with the 10 screws for that set - the screws are similar, but different.
10-14-2016, 11:28 PM
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10-14-2016, 11:28 PM
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The Z06's aero parts do not fit in a convertible, hence shipped separately and why some PDI's for them have been held up (or car's released to the customer until they arrive).
Z06 coupes come with their aero parts inside of them.
Z06 coupes come with their aero parts inside of them.
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10-14-2016, 11:31 PM
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10-15-2016, 08:41 PM
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And there is speculation in one of the other threads that for 17 models all will be shipped to the dealer separately rather than in the car for a coupe.
But you will be one of the first so let us know.
But you will be one of the first so let us know.
10-16-2016, 02:37 AM
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02-19-2017, 09:15 AM
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Tell them not to use the double sided tape so I can take them off easier in the future? Your talking about the rear spoiler? I believe there are wiglets that go on the front splitter on the sides right? I hope the stuff will be in the car, but I don't see how the side skirts and front splitter would fit in the car
02-19-2017, 09:31 AM
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LOL - I did exact same thing at Texas Mile - in a mile the other vettes/stock were running 6 mph faster, removed the torx screws and that sucka was on there - lol -so I lived with it - running without center wicker - this aero will slow you down on straight events.
Last edited by DogTag-C7R; 02-19-2017 at 09:32 AM.
02-19-2017, 11:07 AM
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I guess I'm going to have to break them?
02-20-2017, 03:23 PM
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Easy way to get the Stage 2 wrap arounds off.
Ok, fellow vetters. I found a fairly easy way to get the wrap arounds(extensions) off without any damage.
Supplies needed: Heat Gun
fishing line(you may not even need to do this)
Your thumb
After you unscrew your torgue bolts use a fairly high test fishing line and in sawing action try getting part of the extensions off so that you can get a grip for pulling down and out on it. Then using the heat gun gently go back and forth warming up the extensions. Every so often just touch it with the back of your hand to make sure its not to hot. As your running the heat gun back and forth, put tension on the extensions by pulling down and out. You will see and feel the extensions start separating from the spoiler until it just pulls right off.
Then just use you thumb and peel off the double sided tape?
Supplies needed: Heat Gun
fishing line(you may not even need to do this)
Your thumb
After you unscrew your torgue bolts use a fairly high test fishing line and in sawing action try getting part of the extensions off so that you can get a grip for pulling down and out on it. Then using the heat gun gently go back and forth warming up the extensions. Every so often just touch it with the back of your hand to make sure its not to hot. As your running the heat gun back and forth, put tension on the extensions by pulling down and out. You will see and feel the extensions start separating from the spoiler until it just pulls right off.
Then just use you thumb and peel off the double sided tape?
Last edited by carlrpark; 02-20-2017 at 04:46 PM. Reason: adding photos
02-20-2017, 03:43 PM
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If you want the Stage 3 front splitter end plates installed, have your dealer do it as part of their PDI. I received mine in a bag, and honestly they're a little bit of a beeyotch to install: there are a couple of backing nuts (per side) buried within the splitter that aren't easily accessible without extra work and (for comfort) lifting the front.
If you want to DIY, a long-ish 90-degree needle-nose will help you hold your nuts
Rich
PS: check your lugs with a torque wrench. Surprising.
PPS: nice choice for your Z06!
If you want to DIY, a long-ish 90-degree needle-nose will help you hold your nuts
Rich
PS: check your lugs with a torque wrench. Surprising.
PPS: nice choice for your Z06!
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02-20-2017, 09:00 PM
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This is correct. I went through an ordeal where the dealer thought the parts should be in the car and when they were not in the car, they assumed I didn't have any aero effects. The aero effects are not in the car. In 2017, the factory shipped them separately to the dealer. I had to go back after my courtesy delivery and have them installed once the dealer received the shipment the following week.