Opinions on subframe connectors...
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Opinions on subframe connectors...
I was wondering what they exactly do? Are they worth getting, and if so how much do they run. I heard they make the car ride smoother without loosing any handling.
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- Red '91 Z-28 350
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Car: 1986 Firebird
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I finally saw a clear picture of them in a book last week. Look under your car. You'll see a frame rail end just under the driver's feet. Then, there's just floor underneath the seats. Then, a frame rail starts up again under the back seats, and goes towards the lower control arms. The subframe connectors tie those two points together.
Bolt-in's work okay for a while, but then the bolt holes stretch from the stress, and the connectors loosen up. Weld-in's require a welder (or a trip to a welding shop).
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Bolt-in's work okay for a while, but then the bolt holes stretch from the stress, and the connectors loosen up. Weld-in's require a welder (or a trip to a welding shop).
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-Tom P (Hot rodded 1986 Firebird 2.8l) from http://www.f-body.net/mailbag/3rd/3rd_mailbag.html message boards
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I have some pics of Global West's SFCs. Should you be interested, I'd be happy to share them.
JamesC
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Car: Met. Silver 85 IROC/Sold
Engine: 350 HO Deluxe (350ci/330hp)
Transmission: T-5 (Non-WC)
Axle/Gears: Limited Slip 3.23's
The Global West version is a weld. I'll send you pics by e-mail later today.
JamesC
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<font face="Verdana, Arial" size="2">Originally posted by JamesC:
The Global West version is a weld. I'll send you pics by e-mail later today.
JamesC
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The Global West version is a weld. I'll send you pics by e-mail later today.
JamesC
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I know this is a long time from the posting, but I ordered global west's sfc today... do you stil have pictures you could email me at bodinegeorge@hotmail.com
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