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Old Nov 24, 2005 | 06:22 PM
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Differences between RS and Z28

What are the differences between a 91 RS and a 91 Z28. Basically what would I need to do in order to make a RS into a Z28 clone?
Old Nov 24, 2005 | 07:30 PM
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Re: Differences between RS and Z28

Z28 came with hood blisters and the raised rear spoiler. Also, it came with the bowtie grille insert instead of a normal grille and fog lights unless it was a 1LE. Of course the Z28 badges instead of RS are needed. The RS had normal tail lights as well while the Z28 had grid style lights. I'm not positive about this, but I think the Z28 in 91 came with at least the 305 TPI and disc brakes. Check the last statement to be sure though.
Old Nov 24, 2005 | 08:11 PM
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Re: Differences between RS and Z28

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What are the differences between a 91 RS and a 91 Z28. Basically what would I need to do in order to make a RS into a Z28 clone?
A lot...

But yeah, everything that was stated, and some RPO stuff, such as if it was 1LE or not, I think springs (not entirely sure), and any other options that were only available on Z28's (like the 1LE).
Old Nov 25, 2005 | 12:13 AM
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Re: Differences between RS and Z28

91-92 RS's had the grid-style tail lights like the Z28's.

The suspension (springs, shocks, swaybars) is better on a Z28, along with the engine (tuned port vs throttle body). You'll also get disc brakes (usually) and better rear end gears. The exhaust is tons better on a Z28, as well.

For the cost of converting an RS to a Z28, you could find a Z28 and have money left over. Unless you're into sleepers.
Old Nov 28, 2005 | 01:53 AM
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Re: Differences between RS and Z28

Are you wanting to clone it's looks or performance? Looks change hood, spoiler, emblems, grill, and add foglights. Performance... well it's cheaper to just buy a Z28. If you can find one.
Old Dec 2, 2005 | 09:54 AM
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Re: Differences between RS and Z28

Just sell your car and buy a real Z28. Its the best way to get what you want. Plus the price diff. on 3RD gens is really not that different . You will only wind up paying another $1000- $1500. It will cost more to copy a z.
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