ZR1 high wing to low conversion - Machine shop request
#21
Team Owner
Hello,
Does anyone have have access to design and fabrication facilities to make a mounting bracket that would convert the high wing to a low wing height?
I looked at the piece Chevrolet uses for the low wing. Unfortunately it would not work with the high wing’s adjustable lower mount point.
This would only be for street and freeway speeds.
Asking for a friend.
Does anyone have have access to design and fabrication facilities to make a mounting bracket that would convert the high wing to a low wing height?
I looked at the piece Chevrolet uses for the low wing. Unfortunately it would not work with the high wing’s adjustable lower mount point.
This would only be for street and freeway speeds.
Asking for a friend.
Then the little wing would look funny mounted high.
#22
Pro
Thread Starter
My request is for a custom bracket that will lower the high wing to a safe height above the body. The request is NOT to reproduce the low wing bracket and attach it to the high wing.
Last edited by intensifi; 07-08-2018 at 12:46 AM.
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Ben@WeaponX (07-09-2018)
#23
Pro
Point of references
it has been reported that the low wing was used to establish the top speed. The high wing is for track use.
Last edited by oldfoggy; 07-09-2018 at 09:50 AM. Reason: Spelling
#24
Pro
As a point of reference.
the short wing was used during top speed runs; less drag.
the tall wing is used for racing.
the short wing was used during top speed runs; less drag.
the tall wing is used for racing.
Last edited by oldfoggy; 07-09-2018 at 01:33 PM.
#26
Pro
flying low!
For reference, this the 3/8" drive 'bit' that fits the security screws on the wing bracket.
I really believe that chev should supply the tool as it is a controlled part by snap on, and expensive to the end user. this bit is 5 lobe instead of the 'standard' 6 lobe in everyones tool kit
#27
Le Mans Master
It's a 5 lobe security bit. You can get them just about anywhere.
#29
Woowie . . . can't wait . . . when can I order? thanks, Cliff
For reference, this the 3/8" drive 'bit' that fits the security screws on the wing bracket.
I really believe that chev should supply the tool as it is a controlled part by snap on, and expensive to the end user. this bit is 5 lobe instead of the 'standard' 6 lobe in everyones tool kit
For reference, this the 3/8" drive 'bit' that fits the security screws on the wing bracket.
I really believe that chev should supply the tool as it is a controlled part by snap on, and expensive to the end user. this bit is 5 lobe instead of the 'standard' 6 lobe in everyones tool kit
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it's $6 on Amazon. GM doesn't supply me with a 19mm deep set to change my wheels either.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1
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#31
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5 lobe security bit
While I understand what you're saying, this is not a common tool either. On my way to the track the first time, I went to a half dozen places and not a single one of them had any 5 point safety bits, only 2 had 6 point. Lug nuts aren't adjustable, the wing is. IMO it should've been included in the ZTK package too.
Maybe our friend above can mention a specific source for the bit . . ..
Good luck,Cliff
#34
Burning Brakes
How about a higher than stock mount also? Now that would be sick!
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Well, count me in for the street!
I have to say that when you guys first wanted this, I figured we could knock it out quickly and easily, so I'd oblige but didn't expect to like it as I have always liked the high wing. I do have to say though, that for daily driving, it really makes the car look sleeker and more natural!
We went ahead and added the adjustability to them since printing, despite probably not needing it being that low. So, you will be able to raise the back in the same manner as OEM. I've given the green light to program it and we can start machining soon. From there, they'll be anodized black most likely, and ready to ship out. I will open up a group buy presale next week. I need to review the pricing, but it reuses all of the OEM hardware and I will include the 5 point T30 safety bit for you guys
Here are our 3D printed ZTK Low Stands!
view inside:
We went ahead and added the adjustability to them since printing, despite probably not needing it being that low. So, you will be able to raise the back in the same manner as OEM. I've given the green light to program it and we can start machining soon. From there, they'll be anodized black most likely, and ready to ship out. I will open up a group buy presale next week. I need to review the pricing, but it reuses all of the OEM hardware and I will include the 5 point T30 safety bit for you guys
Here are our 3D printed ZTK Low Stands!
view inside:
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#39
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Thread Starter
Awesome!
#40
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Terrific job … sold
Any chance you’re going to do any speed testing to see if all the rotten tales of instability are going to come true and if so if it’s only over 200 it’s OK with me. Please PM me when you do the group by I’d like to be first second third fourth or somewhere in there is just let me know thanks for your effort Thanks