No exhaust modifications are required. Jump to page: Results 21 to 36 of 36. Free shipping via UPS Ground for orders of $1000 or more (excludes sub-frames). Ridetech Subframe Connectors for 67-69 F body. Dimensions||48 × 11 × 4 in|. Interloc body mount bushings should be used if subframes are installed. Two-point connectors add 24 pounds to a vehicle's overall weight where three-point units increase that to 36 pounds. The deflection can result in less responsiveness in turns and harshness when driving down the road. Follow along as we successfully improve the body rigidity of our 1999 Trans Am in less than an hour. As a guest, you can browse the forums without an account. A uni-body is ideal for sporty vehicles because it can increase overall body rigidity to provide a smooth ride while allowing the rear suspension to be tucked upward into the body, which concurrently lowers the center of gravity and reduces ride height. Subframe Connector System. The aftermarket quickly found that positively tying the front and rear sub-frames together only expanded on the 1993-2002 Firebird's already excellent ride and handling qualities and counteracted the negative effects that occur as miles accumulate.
"Our goal was to develop a series of subframe connectors with perfect fitment and easy installation with normal tools found in the average shop. After removing the well-packaged sub-frame connectors from the factory shipping carton, installation was very straightforward and extremely easy. This is a must have finishing touch for any F-Body restoration. They compliment the subframes objective. X 3 in.. 120 wall rectangular steel these TIG-welded connectors are powder coated gloss black. We began offering ours for '93-02 GM F-body in January 2004. If the connectors are sliding around a bit, an insurance weld is a good idea. 2002 two-point subframe connectors, "We believe that the fourth-gen F-body can use all the help it can get when it comes to body stiffness and subframe connectors are helpful in nearly every application. To join the community and gain access to members-only features, and the ability to reply to threads & post ones of your own, click here. Typical symptoms most identifiable with fourth-gen vehicles is cowl shake and t-top rattles. In its final redesign for the 1993 model year, in addition to retaining its integral rear frame rails, engineers incorporated an integral front subframe that was welded onto the body shell in an attempt at increasing overall structural integrity. A performance car needs to be very solid for precision handling and removing deflection allows the suspension to control vehicle movement. 1970-81 Subframes, Body Mount Bushings.
"Either system can work equally well with a fully developed vehicle, but subframes were the way everyone was going during the time when Chevrolet originally developed the F-car, and that's what he had to work with on the Firebird. Once back on the road, we drove our Trans Am in a variety of conditions. The suspension expert's efforts were so successful that it directly led development and release of the WS4 Trans Am Option in midyear 1969. Allows for front subframe removal if needed. For years, aftermarket companies have produced components that solidly connect the front and rear frame rails of uni-body vehicles. 1974-81 Camaro Tubular Subframe Connectors Part #902. Additional hardware and plates are supplied. If you own a fourth-generation F-body and are interested in quickly and easily improving its ride and handling qualities, give serious thought to a set of bolt-on subframe connectors from UMI Performance.
Does not require cutting or modifying the floor. The Hotchkis Performance sub-frame connectors for 74-81 F-Body cars are designed to add rigidity to the chassis to improve vehicle performance by reducing chassis flex. When new, isolation and ride quality with a subframe can be good, but with time and miles the subframe, and everything bolted to it moves around. "Because we change our shop cars around so often, we design all our subframe connectors as bolt-on units first, " Womer explained. The added rigidity greatly increased handling capacity and ride quality. It required basic hand tools and no more than an hour's time. Features: Powder Coated Gloss Black Finish TIG-welded Fabricated from 1. We were impressed with how tight it remained after all those miles- a testament to the overall engineering quality of the fourth-generation F-body. To bridge the unsupported distance between the front subframe and the rear suspension, multiple styles of mandrel-bent 2x2" subframe connectors are available for bolt-in installation with factory or Chassisworks' front subframes.
As suspension technology improved, the Firebird's chassis continued to evolve and the final generation rode and handled infinitely better than its patriarch, especially when equipped with the optional WS6 Ram Air and Handling package that included up-level components. No cutting or modification of floor pans subframe connectors are full length. Control arm, shock absorber, spindle, brake, and steering options allow custom configurations suitable for show-dropped air suspensions, competitive road handling, lightweight drag racing, and everything in between. Free shipping is available within the continental U. S. only excluding Alaska. To login, enter your password: Enter your password: Forgot your password? Firebird and Camaro owners experienced what Adams described above—over time the front sub-frame can deflect when pushed hard into corners or uneven road surfaces. Hotchkis Sport Suspension 4013 1974-1981 Camaro/Firebird Sub Frame Connectors. The assembly is then MIG welded together and powder coated to maximize durability and appearance. Mounting pads are constructed of CNC laser cut 0.
Then there are performance enthusiasts like you and I. You'll likely be just as impressed as we were. The subframe connectors do not attach to the leaf spring front bracket bolts. The division's hot-rodding engineers went a step further and developed the race-inspired Trans Am. Allows Harder Launches. Thread: Subscribe / Thread Tools. There's nothing more rewarding than successfully completing a task that yields positive results. Show Printable Version. The heart of the system is the direct-fit, fabricated, g-Machine Camaro front subframe, a high-performance suspension and steering solution, engineered from the ground up to give classic F-bodies the broadest selection of performance configurations available.
Use part #809, #819 or #816 for remaining bushings. When Pontiac was handed a nearly-completed Camaro in which to create its 1967 Firebird, John DeLorean challenged his engineering team with making Pontiac's F-car handle better than Chevrolet's. We couldn't help but wonder if a set of quality subframe connectors could improve upon that, however. Boxed sub-frame connectors are also available for those that prefer that look. To create your account. When Chevrolet introduced its new-for-1967 Camaro, its engineers considered a wide variety of chassis configurations but ultimately decided on uni-body construction. Its two-point units are recommended for cars that are primarily street driven, those setup for improved handling, and usually when standard-length torque arm is used.
While that may be better suited for a dedicated race vehicle where removing all traces of flex can be the difference between finishing first or a close second, bolt-in sub-frame connectors can be just as effective for a street car. A bolt-in, factory-welded, center support with optional driveshaft loop can also be added to further stiffen the chassis and strengthen the lower suspension mounting area. It also slows or stops the notorious door latch trouble that happens when these cars get very fast. "
"For a tunnel-brace torque arm car, the stiffness improvement of a three-point connector is worth the extra weight, and because it's as low as possible and in the middle of the car. When developing a passenger vehicle, chassis engineers strive to provide occupants with a balance of predictable handling and ride comfort. Considering what was best for our Firebird, Womer suggested UMI Performance's No. Over its 35-year life span, GM's Firebird and Camaro featured uni-body construction. "A little-known fact is that our weld-in units are exactly the same as our bolt-ons except that they lack the bolt kit. We had access to a four-post lift, however, and that greatly simplified the process. At first they required cutting and/or welding, which made installation challenging and permanent. It saves a few bucks for those that know a given installation will be permanent.
The sporty four-seater was a decent handler when introduced in 1967. A good way to tell if a given application needs its bolt-on units welded into place is to check for witness marks on the power coated contact surfaces. More exaggerated conditions can included door fitment issues and quarter panel buckling. Enter your username: Do you want to login or register? The concept of unitized-body (or uni-body) construction consists of a forward subframe that generally supports the engine, transmission, and front suspension. Front is optional weld or bolt-on. Minimal ground clearance lost (in most cases the exhaust is lower). 120 wall rectangular steel. In spirited driving maneuvers, the Trans Am seemed to be more responsive with less body flex. It's bolted to a compact body shell containing integral rear frame rails.
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