Wonderbars, are they worth it?
08-01-2002, 06:22 PM
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Car: 91 Z28 Vert
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Transmission: TKO
Axle/Gears: 3.55 10-bolt
Wonderbars, are they worth it?
Guys, I hear all this about these "wonderbars". First of all what are they (I dont really know so thought I would ask) and do they make much of a difference to steering/suspension.
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Thanks,
08-01-2002, 06:26 PM
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Not a huge difference, but for between $15 and $35 depending on where you pick one up at, it's a good dollar-for-dollar mod.
It's basically a bar that sandwiches between the swaybar bushings and the front subframe and ties them together.
It's basically a bar that sandwiches between the swaybar bushings and the front subframe and ties them together.
08-01-2002, 06:46 PM
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Re: Wonderbars, are they worth it?
Originally posted by tanager11
Guys, I hear all this about these "wonderbars". First of all what are they (I dont really know so thought I would ask) and do they make much of a difference to steering/suspension.
Thanks,
Guys, I hear all this about these "wonderbars". First of all what are they (I dont really know so thought I would ask) and do they make much of a difference to steering/suspension.
Thanks,
Lon
08-01-2002, 07:12 PM
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Car: '88 Iroc, '91 RS, and a '70 RS
Engine: 5.7 TPI; 5.0 TBI; ZZ4/T56 on the ag
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I'm selling one on ebay right now, POR-15 coated and all. Search for ebmiller88.
Sorry Lon...
I noticed a difference right away when I put one on my '91 RS.
Ed
Sorry Lon...
I noticed a difference right away when I put one on my '91 RS.
Ed
08-01-2002, 08:51 PM
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08-02-2002, 12:59 AM
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Originally posted by AFrikinGoodTime
A wonderbar will do for your car what a wonderbra will do for your girlfriend. They both stiffen your front end. (dong..)
A wonderbar will do for your car what a wonderbra will do for your girlfriend. They both stiffen your front end. (dong..)
Originally posted by DAVECS1 Hey lonsal could you throw that list my way. I am always looking for stuff to put on my car.
08-02-2002, 06:40 PM
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Originally posted by AFrikinGoodTime
A wonderbar will do for your car what a wonderbra will do for your girlfriend. They both stiffen your front end. (dong..)
A wonderbar will do for your car what a wonderbra will do for your girlfriend. They both stiffen your front end. (dong..)
08-20-2002, 10:06 PM
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Car: '89 Formula 350
Engine: 5.7L L98 TPI
Transmission: 700-R4 Automatic
Axle/Gears: 7.5 disc posi 3.23
Will this help my frame from twisting when I turn the wheel hard left to lock? It seems the power steering twists my frame when the car is on jack stands. What the hell????
08-21-2002, 01:57 AM
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Originally posted by FIRECHICKEN
Will this help my frame from twisting when I turn the wheel hard left to lock? It seems the power steering twists my frame when the car is on jack stands. What the hell????
Will this help my frame from twisting when I turn the wheel hard left to lock? It seems the power steering twists my frame when the car is on jack stands. What the hell????
08-21-2002, 07:18 AM
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Here is a picture of TDS 105021 Steering Brace for 1983-92 F-bodies, $40. E-mail me at: topdownsolutions@yahoo.com to order it.
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08-21-2002, 06:01 PM
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Car: '89 Formula 350
Engine: 5.7L L98 TPI
Transmission: 700-R4 Automatic
Axle/Gears: 7.5 disc posi 3.23
Looks pretty basic to me. Pretty cheap to make I think.
08-22-2002, 10:51 PM
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thanxs a bunch guys.....I ha no idea what i got.....i've got one sitting in my shed and didn't even know it....i guess i got some more stuff to add to the front end.....sweet....
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08-26-2002, 11:07 AM
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08-26-2002, 03:52 PM
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Comparable materials were used. 10 gage HRS for the mount pads and .75" OD 11 ga HREW tubing. Mine has a longer weld length. Also the GM version has the formed lip turned up, which can trap more dirt and debris. I designed mine that the formed lip is pointed down. GM Version, is painted. Mine is powder-coated which is a more durable finish. Only 3 left in stock as of today.
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08-28-2002, 12:17 AM
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Originally posted by CheezX
I made one. Probably overkill though. 3/16" thick brackets and 1" x 0.100" thick tube. Made one for another guy too.
I made one. Probably overkill though. 3/16" thick brackets and 1" x 0.100" thick tube. Made one for another guy too.
Here's the way I see it when the question is asked if they are worth it-- GM would not have gone through the trouble of putting one on the Iroc's stock if they didn't feel it was important. The fact is that they did add it for a reason--- The frames will crack under heavier cornering loads via wider tires on the Iroc's sport package. Anyone running their car hard in corners should definately purchase one.
08-30-2002, 10:04 PM
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I think I've got one of those on my car but I didn't install it. Do they go between the radiator and the crossmember? I know there's 1 like 2 inches in front of the crossmember but that's for the steering, but then there's the one probably about 5-6 inches away from the crossmember, and 1-2 inches away from the bottom of the radiator. Is that it?
08-30-2002, 11:57 PM
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Originally posted by Gta-Paladin
sure cheezex i'll buy one
sure cheezex i'll buy one
The bar mounts between the swaybar brackets and the frame. Its the one closest to the radiator in front of the swaybar.
08-31-2002, 04:08 AM
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ok you can order them online at www.maniacmotor.com.
ignore the celica stuff. I'm in Vancouver so shipping should be cheap
ignore the celica stuff. I'm in Vancouver so shipping should be cheap
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