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3_z28camaro 11-18-2008 09:46 PM

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Originally Posted by comp-spec (Post 177785)
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To me a full frame is the only real answer to Camaro suspension issues. I like this particular frame because the guys who build it are very open to requests. I would like to use C4/C5 Corvette suspension with a full frame for my '69 Camaro. There are a lot of nice subframes out there but I would like my front and rear tied together with something more than sub frame connectors.

Still if there is something better out there I am willing listen.

Sorry for the thread hijack again.

The WidowMaker 11-18-2008 10:24 PM

i couldnt find the thread discussing the watts, but those pics would steer me away from that company. even if told to build it like that, i wouldnt put my name on it.

as far as sources, the ones given will get you started. you'll most likely have some floor mods, but it would be worth it.

ironworks 11-19-2008 12:05 AM

We could build you a tube frame for camaro, We have done tons of Novas and are currently doing a tube frame 67 camaro. The tube frame will allow you to have any ride height and make the best use of space. Typically you gain about 3 inches of interior room over a Morrison Chassis.

Rodger

CraigMorrison 11-19-2008 07:39 AM

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Originally Posted by ironworks (Post 177857)
Typically you gain about 3 inches of interior room over a Morrison Chassis.

Rodger

Which is exactly why we are coming out with a new 1st gen Camaro frame. New chassis will have 0 headroom loss.

MoparCar 11-19-2008 08:14 AM

Craig,
Camaro only? No Mopar E-body revised Max G in the works? I know, I know....we're the minority :D

Silver69Camaro 11-19-2008 09:16 AM

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Originally Posted by 3_z28camaro (Post 177800)
There are a lot of nice subframes out there but I would like my front and rear tied together with something more than sub frame connectors.

I'm wondering if you are underestimating the strength of a unit body with subframe connectors. That type of construction is stronger than, say, a Chevelle with a bolt-on full frame. AND it's much lighter, making it an all-around win-win situation. The only way you're going to get much more strength out of the car is if you run a roll cage.

Using our rear clip with it's 0.120" thick rails to replace the stock .045" rails also adds considerable strength as well. If you put jackstands on 3 corners of my car, the remaining corner sags about 1/8" or so. It's rock solid.

ironworks 11-19-2008 10:25 AM

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As you can see the floor ends up even with the rocker. So you actually sit 2" below where the original floor was.

Craig that sounds like a bitchin idea I look forward to seeing the product.

Rodger

frankenstang 11-19-2008 08:40 PM

I sent the original poster a PM. Thanks

3_z28camaro 11-20-2008 03:53 PM

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Originally Posted by Silver69Camaro (Post 177917)
I'm wondering if you are underestimating the strength of a unit body with subframe connectors. That type of construction is stronger than, say, a Chevelle with a bolt-on full frame. AND it's much lighter, making it an all-around win-win situation. The only way you're going to get much more strength out of the car is if you run a roll cage.

Using our rear clip with it's 0.120" thick rails to replace the stock .045" rails also adds considerable strength as well. If you put jackstands on 3 corners of my car, the remaining corner sags about 1/8" or so. It's rock solid.

That is all very interesting. Thanks.

I guess one the things that attracts me to the full frame is being able to use C4/C5 Corvette suspension and having something solid in the rear that the IRS could attach to. Another thing I liked about the SRG frame is that I do not have to cut up my floors.

fleetus macmullitz 11-22-2008 01:38 PM

Any idea on the weight difference between a subframe vs full frame setup on the 1st gen Camaros, everything else being equal?


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