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Old 11-19-2014, 01:10 AM
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Default Installed a Z06 grill with hot chrome strip!

I installed the z06 grill on my Stingray. I didn't want to be a poser with OEM parts from another model so I added a chrome strip for a little accent.

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Old 11-19-2014, 03:17 AM
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Old 11-19-2014, 05:52 AM
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This is a good upgrade for anyone wanting additional cooling airflow for both engine cooling and brake cooling.

This was one of the many parts featured at the SEMA show in the GM booth's accessories display for the Z06 which GM personal said it was their intent to make parts available for upgrades to non Z06.

What is the part number and how much did it cost? How long to take the front bumper cover off and do the install?





Z06 grille







17% increase in airflow over Z51 grille
Old 11-19-2014, 06:13 AM
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SWEET!!!!! That looks GREAT!!!!! I'm going to do the same thing when mine comes in.

Well done!
Old 11-19-2014, 06:22 AM
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Looks good and functional as well.

Seems like if GM designed the Z51 as a "track capable" vehicle they would have used a similar grill just for the increased air flow. I'm sure they could have designed three grills for the Stingray.

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Old 11-19-2014, 07:09 AM
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Love the grill! Strip?
Old 11-19-2014, 07:53 AM
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Would've done without the chrome strip myself, but doesn't look bad.
Old 11-19-2014, 08:17 AM
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Mine is on its way. Since GM is making these parts available for all C7's, I do not think anyone that uses them is a poser as long as you do not put on a Z06 emblem.
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Looks great! It also appears to be more functional so you should get better performance.

I may have to install this part next Spring.
Old 11-19-2014, 08:41 AM
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Originally Posted by Stan0324
Mine is on its way. Since GM is making these parts available for all C7's, I do not think anyone that uses them is a poser as long as you do not put on a Z06 emblem.
Well they easily stopped the unjustified emblem using by implementing them into the wider side coves.

No one will be able the put the Z06 badges on this generation without buying the wider fenders and vents.
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He's yanking your chain boys - don't fall for it.
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Originally Posted by mksz51
He's yanking your chain boys - don't fall for it.
Old 11-19-2014, 08:55 AM
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Originally Posted by mksz51
He's yanking your chain boys - don't fall for it.
jerry would never accept that middle joint.....but it was a great morning wake up laugh....
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Good early morning humor!

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Busted!

You guys aren't any fun this early in the morning.

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looks like a chrome bumper C-3

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I was expecting a lot more anger. Boooo....

It actually doesn't look as out of place as it does on the standard grill.

The openings are huge, I can see why a lot more air can flow into the grill now. Now it can bring down my IAT's on my ProCharger even more!

Now we need a good front plate mount. The Aero Plate doesn't fit and I can make it fit but it takes away from the Z06 grill.


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Originally Posted by runutzzzzz
Now it can bring down my IAT's on my ProCharger even more!
Let us know if you notice any difference. I was just thinking to myself, "When the front bumper comes off for the Procharger intercooler install..."

I love how GM is making the upgraded Z06 parts available for the lower models to take advantage of.


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