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The track footage above comes to us from the R.G. Camaro YouTube channel and it features a track battle between a pair of 2017 Chevrolet Camaro SS coupes. The camera car is an SS model with a little more power than it had when it rolled off of the assembly line while the car out front is a stock SS 1LE. This allows us to see the real-world advantages of the 1LE package as the two race around the track of the National Corvette Museum Motorsports Park, with the stronger-handling car staying out ahead of the Camaro with more power.The car carrying the camera is a 2017 Chevrolet Camaro SS with a cold air intake and an E85 tune. We don"t know exact power numbers, but the switch to E85 should provide at least a little more power than a stock LT1. This YouTube channel has a handful of videos showing this car in action on a few different road course tracks, so it is clear that the driver has experience in racing his Chevy muscle car.The blue car out front in the footage is a 2017 Chevrolet Camaro SS 1LE and it is completely stock. We don"t know who the driver is, but in watching his pilot his muscle car around the tight parts of the track, it is clear that he is also an experienced in the ways of road racing. ALSO SEE: Camaro SS 1LE vs. Mustang GT Performance Pack Comparison Compared to the basic Camaro SS, the 1LE package adds Magnetic Ride Control suspension, an electronic limited-slip differential, unique wheels wrapped in Goodyear Eagle F1 Supercar tires (285/30ZR20 front, 305/30ZR20 rear), six-piston Brembo front brakes with 14.6-inch rotors, an array of interior upgrades and an elaborate cooling package for the engine oil, differential and transmission.In other words, the Camaro SS 1LE has a more-capable suspension setup, bigger front brakes and different wheels and tires, while the car carrying the camera has a bit more power than the 455-horsepower 1LE.The video above begins as the two cars begin a lap, with the camera car having just completed its third lap of the Corvette museum"s Grand Course configuration. We ride along for two laps, and while the standard SS gets close on several occasions, making the most of the extra power to close the gap on straightaways, it is clear how the 1LE shines brighter through the technical sections of the track.Of course, we should keep in mind that with racing action like this, driver skill can play a major role and it is clear that the 1LE driver knows what he is doing. However, the driver in the camera car is no slouch, so this footage provides a great look at how the 1LE advantages lead to quicker lap times in the real world.Crank up your speakers and enjoy!Join the LS1tech forums today!Tags: 1LE, 6th Gen Camaro, LT1, Road Racing, Video
Date written: November 15, 2018
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ID: 14048
The track footage above comes to us from the R.G. Camaro YouTube channel and it features a track battle between a pair of 2017 Chevrolet Camaro SS coupes. The camera car is an SS model with a little more power than it had when it rolled off of the assembly line while the car out front is a stock SS 1LE. This allows us to see the real-world advantages of the 1LE package as the two race around the track of the National Corvette Museum Motorsports Park, with the stronger-handling car staying out ahead of the Camaro with more power.The car carrying the camera is a 2017 Chevrolet Camaro SS with a cold air intake and an E85 tune. We don"t know exact power numbers, but the switch to E85 should provide at least a little more power than a stock LT1. This YouTube channel has a handful of videos showing this car in action on a few different road course tracks, so it is clear that the driver has experience in racing his Chevy muscle car.The blue car out front in the footage is a 2017 Chevrolet Camaro SS 1LE and it is completely stock. We don"t know who the driver is, but in watching his pilot his muscle car around the tight parts of the track, it is clear that he is also an experienced in the ways of road racing. ALSO SEE: Camaro SS 1LE vs. Mustang GT Performance Pack Comparison Compared to the basic Camaro SS, the 1LE package adds Magnetic Ride Control suspension, an electronic limited-slip differential, unique wheels wrapped in Goodyear Eagle F1 Supercar tires (285/30ZR20 front, 305/30ZR20 rear), six-piston Brembo front brakes with 14.6-inch rotors, an array of interior upgrades and an elaborate cooling package for the engine oil, differential and transmission.In other words, the Camaro SS 1LE has a more-capable suspension setup, bigger front brakes and different wheels and tires, while the car carrying the camera has a bit more power than the 455-horsepower 1LE.The video above begins as the two cars begin a lap, with the camera car having just completed its third lap of the Corvette museum"s Grand Course configuration. We ride along for two laps, and while the standard SS gets close on several occasions, making the most of the extra power to close the gap on straightaways, it is clear how the 1LE shines brighter through the technical sections of the track.Of course, we should keep in mind that with racing action like this, driver skill can play a major role and it is clear that the 1LE driver knows what he is doing. However, the driver in the camera car is no slouch, so this footage provides a great look at how the 1LE advantages lead to quicker lap times in the real world.Crank up your speakers and enjoy!Join the LS1tech forums today!Tags: 1LE, 6th Gen Camaro, LT1, Road Racing, Video
Date written: November 15, 2018
More of this article on the LS1 Tech website
ID: 14048
