2018 Drag Race Development Chevy Camaro Explained
119The Chevrolet Performance Camaro Drag Race Development Program takes another step forward with the addition of the Camaro ZL1, which has run a best 10.000-second quarter-mile ET at 137.78 mph during official testing, along with a 1.415-second 60-foot time.
Launched in the spring of 2016 with Camaro SS and announced at last year’s SEMA Show, the Drag Development program explores the capability of the sixth-generation Camaro on the drag strip through targeted performance, chassis and safety enhancements, including concept high-performance parts designed to improve launch and traction attributes. Building on lessons learned from the Camaro SS drag development program, the team is evaluating several "bolt-on" features and calibrations for the Camaro ZL1, with plans to continue testing in 2018 and evaluate a portfolio of products to be released through Chevrolet Performance.
For the Camaro ZL1 development vehicle, achieving the 10-second quarter-mile ET was driven by power-enhancing components that helped push its supercharged LT4 engine past the 700-horsepower threshold, while drag-focused calibrations for the electronic limited-slip differential and magnetic ride control systems helped the car launch more effectively. A rear small brake package and solid rear cradle mounts are among the additional components used in testing that are now available for sale.
CAMARO ZL1 PRODUCTION-BASED FEATURES
LT4 supercharged 6.2L V-8 engine
Available 10-speed automatic transmission
Dual-mode exhaust system
Electronic limited-slip rear differential (eLSD)
2.85 final drive ratio
Performance Traction Management
Drive Mode Selector
Available Performance Data Recorder
DRAG DEVELOPMENT CONCEPT FEATURES
Cold air intake system
Larger throttle body
Smaller-diameter supercharger pulley
110-octane calibration
Magnetic ride control calibration
Transmission calibration
eLSD calibration
Racing tires
Racing driver’s seat with five-point harness
Roll cage
CHEVROLET PERFORMANCE DRAG DEVELOPMENT COMPONENTS
Solid cradle bushings (ZL1 1LE-spec), part number 84341929
Rear small brake system, part number 84396515
CHEVROLET PERFORMANCE OFFICIALLY LICENSED PARTS
American Racing Headers long-tube headers, part number CAV8-16178300LSNC
WELD Racing 16 x 10-inch rear wheels, part number 88B-61058-GM
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