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Forum: Suspension and Chassis
04-09-2013, 04:46 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 6,698
Posted By BMR Tech

Re: Rack and pinion conversion vs. stock steering box on road race car

Unless you plan to have a custom, narrow rack built, I wouldn't suggest you have your car converted to rack and pinion for road racing in a Third Gen. There is a dramatic loss in steering angle...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
04-09-2013, 12:53 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 781
Posted By BMR Tech

Re: TORQUE ARM BRACKET

I'm sure there was a reason for them if the part were to be used in another application, but it never was used again so on the F-body, they rest inside the rubber bushing mount.
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
04-05-2013, 09:39 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,424
Posted By BMR Tech

Re: BMR Suspension Shock Value Sale!!

This deal is still going on. Thank you for the emails on and calls about it. I would love to see more people getting in on the deal too!
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
04-04-2013, 04:53 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,167
Posted By BMR Tech

Re: bmr trak pak Torque arms

They are reusable, you'll probably find that you'll need the CB001 replacement crossbrace when you go to install it on your car. If you just need plates, you can make your own out of scrap metal, or...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
04-04-2013, 04:36 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,140
Posted By BMR Tech

Re: Car shakes after 60 MPH

Did you make any changes to the vehicle ride height, rear suspension, or torque arm mounting position? It sounds a lot like a problem with the driveline angle.

- Kevin
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
04-04-2013, 04:33 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 3,334
Posted By BMR Tech

Re: k-member advise?

When it comes to strength, you're never going to beat the factory K-member because it uses excessive material to achieve great strength. This comes at the cost of weight. We tried our best to balance...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
04-04-2013, 04:24 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 7,651
Posted By BMR Tech

Re: extending lower control arms?

The control arms on the 3rd Gen and 4th Gen are about as long as they should ever be. They really need to be shorter to square the wheel in the wheel well. What exactly do you mean by "roller steer"...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
03-29-2013, 05:12 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,424
Posted By BMR Tech

Re: BMR Suspension Shock Value Sale!!

Thanks for the orders! Please let me know if you have any questions about the parts or package ideas.

- Kevin
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
03-18-2013, 11:26 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,424
Posted By BMR Tech

Re: BMR Suspension Shock Value Sale!!

To the top for Monday!!
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
03-15-2013, 02:59 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 9,587
Posted By BMR Tech

Re: 92 camaro rear control arms

OK, so whatever you do, absolutely don't remove your lower control arms, or your torque arm and expect anything to work.

The lower control arms serve two primary purposes.

1.) The main job they...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
03-15-2013, 09:35 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 7,919
Posted By BMR Tech

Re: Motor mounts won't line up?

It's still possible or the motor mount locations have weakened. I always stress STRENGTH with the Third-Gen. There are a lot of areas to improve the rigidity of the cars that should always be taken....
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
03-15-2013, 09:30 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 20,559
Posted By BMR Tech

Re: Steering ratio differences

You can have your steering box built to a custom ratio by TurnOne and it will completely change the feel of your Third-Gen.
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
03-07-2013, 11:32 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 609
Posted By BMR Tech

Re: Aftermarket Trac-bar mod?

I can give you a good deal on one of our bars new...which would be a much safer and smarter solution. To accomplish what you're talking about successfully, you'll need to install a tube adapter...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
03-07-2013, 10:16 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,836
Posted By BMR Tech

Re: Rear Sway Bar Bushing 92 RS

I would encourage you to take another measurement of your rear bar. All of my records are showing 19mm as the smallest bar size for the rear on those cars. Best way is to get an 18mm crescent wrench...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
03-07-2013, 09:56 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 574
Posted By BMR Tech

Re: Need to identify a part

That is the panhard rod support brace. We sell a panhard rod relocation kit that will replace the stamped steel brace with a tubular still part and drop the panhard rod a little lower to clear dual...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
03-06-2013, 04:05 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,269
Posted By BMR Tech

Re: Koni's on sale!

We're also selling them at the discounted price and including free BMR springs.

BMR/Koni Shock Value Sale!...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
03-05-2013, 04:36 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,363
Posted By BMR Tech

Re: Do I need an adjustable torque arm

This is a common question I get asked. People believe that if they don't have vibrations now, they don't need to get an adjustable. Well that's simply not the case. The factory torque arm isn't what...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
03-05-2013, 04:26 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,424
Posted By BMR Tech

BMR Suspension Shock Value Sale!!

I'm a little late to the game on this one, but I want to let everyone know that if they're looking to purchase some Koni shocks, we are offering them at their sale price of

$461.44 pair of front...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
02-12-2013, 11:35 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,124
Posted By BMR Tech

Re: Recommend torque arm and sway bars

Thanks for the kind words on our products, guys!
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
02-12-2013, 11:34 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,124
Posted By BMR Tech

Re: Recommend torque arm and sway bars

Hey there! What are you looking to do with your car? Sway bars are a great part for someone looking to improve highway feel and cornering performance. You'll see a very noticeable boost in confidence...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
01-28-2013, 10:16 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,988
Posted By BMR Tech

Re: Koni strut installation question

I haven't confirmed a successful install of a fourth-gen rear shocks being installed and allowing access for adjustment. I would confirm this before buying them.

Also, the rear shocks are usually...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
01-28-2013, 10:11 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 10,364
Posted By BMR Tech

Re: Suspension question

Yes indeed. Upper spring isolators. It's always a good idea to pick up new set whenever you're removing them just to be smart and safe. The front is different from the rear.

- Kevin
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
01-28-2013, 10:06 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 984
Posted By BMR Tech

Re: Suspension Jacking question

Well, it actually isn't an old wives tale. haha The suspension should be loaded to prevent bushing clocking.

Bushing clocking is a preload in the suspension that essentially increases roll...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
01-28-2013, 09:28 AM
Replies: 202
Views: 69,868
Posted By BMR Tech

Re: Prostreet Camaro Project

Very nice SKILLZ! The project is coming together very nicely.
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
01-25-2013, 04:10 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 578
Posted By BMR Tech

Re: spring help please

Well, there is no simple answer to this. You can't really excel at both too much without making a sacrifice with one or the other....ultimately, you sacrifice both.

The go-to setup on a Third Gen...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
01-25-2013, 04:03 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,947
Posted By BMR Tech

Re: Springs and spring isolators

The heater hose if a very popular mod. Before you install them, take your springs to a parts store and find a small diameter heater hose you can cut down and slide over the spring. Should work just...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
01-11-2013, 05:01 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 5,971
Posted By BMR Tech

Re: Adjustable vs. Non-adjustable LCA and PH for non-slammed

The confusion of thrust angle and driveline angle shouldn't mix everyone up. You do not need adjustable lower control arms to align your car or modify thrust angle at all. The torque arm will be used...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
01-10-2013, 11:58 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,101
Posted By BMR Tech

Re: 94 Camaro suspension into an 82 trans am??

Not a single front suspension item on the 4th Gen is shared with the 3rd Gen. The rear suspension is nearly identical down to the part numbers - meaning that none of the parts will be better than the...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
01-10-2013, 11:53 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 5,971
Posted By BMR Tech

Re: Adjustable vs. Non-adjustable LCA and PH for non-slammed

Adjustable lower control arms? No. If you're not going to taller wheel/tire combination or aftermarket rearend, there is no reason to buy an adjustable set of lower control arms.

Adjustable...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
01-10-2013, 11:50 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,188
Posted By BMR Tech

Re: UMI and BMR A-arm geometory

Our A-arms are built to factory geometry and can be used as a direct factory replacement. A professional front suspension alignment is recommended after installation.
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
12-21-2012, 04:16 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 418
Posted By BMR Tech

BMR Christmas Sale - 15% OFF most BMR Suspension products

http://www.bmrsuspension.com/siteart/banner/christmas_2012.jpg (http://www.bmrsuspension.com)

BMR would like to say thank you to all of our customers on this family-oriented holiday by having a...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
12-20-2012, 04:41 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 333
Posted By BMR Tech

Customer Appreciation Contest!

Attention in the paddock! We're looking to get more images for our customer car galleries and Facebook page. As it stands right now, we will be giving out a $50 gift certificate to one car a week....
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
12-11-2012, 05:01 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,700
Posted By BMR Tech

Re: To Switch to Manual Steering in a 95% Street 5% drag car... Or to not.. Discuss

I would say the biggest downside to going manual is the loss in steering angle, unless you have a custom rack built.
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
11-25-2012, 12:02 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 787
Posted By BMR Tech

Re: BMR Thanksgiving Sale - 15% OFF most BMR Suspension products

The Thanksgiving Sale continues all weekend.

15% Off most BMR products!!
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
11-21-2012, 04:21 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,206
Posted By BMR Tech

Re: In need of a longer bump stop

Does it look like this on both side? If it's only like that on the driver's side, you need an adjustable panhard bar. If it looks that way on both sides, I would say that you need to roll your...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
11-21-2012, 04:14 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 787
Posted By BMR Tech

BMR Thanksgiving Sale - 15% OFF most BMR Suspension products

http://www.bmrsuspension.com/siteart/flash/thanksgivingsale_2012.jpg

BMR would like to say thank you to all of our customers on this all-American holiday by having a 15% OFF Thanksgiving Sale on...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
11-15-2012, 12:27 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,190
Posted By BMR Tech

Re: Front Control arm mount broken

Well, be careful there. Our $479.95 K-member doesn't have motor mount options...so you'll be left to use engine plates like a race car...not what you want to do for a street car. Also, you will have...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
11-14-2012, 02:12 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,306
Posted By BMR Tech

Re: Need Opinion on lowered car suspension upgrades -- what to get?

Lowering your car that much means that a panhard bar is necessary as well as shocks. You can get by without them, but your rearend alignment will be off, and your shocks will probably wear out at an...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
11-01-2012, 12:22 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,483
Posted By BMR Tech

Re: Vibration after lowering

Lowing your car will always alter driveline angle, that's how it works. It's usually marginal, but your car could have been close before and pushing it down has generated a vibration. So, more than...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
10-30-2012, 02:39 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 774
Posted By BMR Tech

Re: BMR Adjustable Torq Arm

That's good to hear. What adjustments did you make that helped the TA clear better? I ask because the issue is a common issue on a lowered car so, if it becomes an issue, we tell people to perform...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
10-29-2012, 02:23 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 905
Posted By BMR Tech

Re: What exacly is this called?

We offer two options for the Third Gens, a two-point and a three-point. They will make a pretty tremendous improvement on the front suspension and steering feel.

You can see them here on our...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
10-29-2012, 11:45 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 774
Posted By BMR Tech

Re: BMR Adjustable Torq Arm

Hey there, yeah, sometimes aftermarket torque arms will rub the tunnel because they are a larger construction. Just the nature of the beast, unfortunately. A solution to this is to get a block of...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
10-19-2012, 09:41 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,360
Posted By BMR Tech

Re: Those with weight jacks- corner balancing- yes/ no?

You cannot corner balance a car by eye. You're not balancing anything, you're just visually evening the car out. Once you hit the scales you'll find that your car is probably way off.

Find out how...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
10-19-2012, 09:20 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 8,377
Posted By BMR Tech

Re: 500-700 hp and t-tops?

At that power level, subframe connectors are 100% an essential part to install. The 3rd and 4th gens have a notoriously week/flexible chassis. Shove a powerful, torquey V8 under that hood, and you...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
10-15-2012, 11:06 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 802
Posted By BMR Tech

Re: christmas came early....

I suggest Bilstein or Koni Shocks/Struts. We sell them both. I believe we have them in stock, I'll just have to check for you.
- Kevin
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
10-15-2012, 11:04 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 15,532
Posted By BMR Tech

Re: which struts/shocks bilstien hd or koni yellows

Get the Konis and don't look back! haha

Koni shocks are a very good choice and so are Bilsteins. In the past, BMR has sold many different brands of shocks/struts for the 3rd Gen and the 4th Gen....
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
10-15-2012, 10:53 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 997
Posted By BMR Tech

Re: Suspension Overhaul/OEM Slight Upgrade

I always suggest customers by an adjsutable panhard bar because it leaves you with the option of lowering the car later down the road, and will also correct the rearend placement under the body that...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
10-15-2012, 10:45 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,185
Posted By BMR Tech

Re: near death

I agree. It's always best to start simple.

- Check all your tire pressure.

- Jack the front of the car up and grab the wheel at 9-o-clock and 3. Then try to wiggle back and forth. If it moves,...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
10-12-2012, 10:14 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 8,005
Posted By BMR Tech

Re: Rag Joint (coupler) 1992 RS Camaro

Great info!
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
10-08-2012, 01:46 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 5,322
Posted By BMR Tech

Re: Tubular K Member Overload - Need insight

I'm completely biased... haha

- Kevin
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