Best bolt in rear 2nd gen

[andrewmp6]

I just bought a 79 trans am and i want to lose the leaf springs.Is there any good bolt in kits or am i stuck welding i don't mind buying a housing with it.

[ProdigyCustoms]

Prodigy Bar is the only bolt in 4 link. Change the ride a ton.

[markss28]

Originally Posted by ProdigyCustoms

Prodigy Bar is the only bolt in 4 link. Change the ride a ton.

My bad I forgot abou the prodigy bar, and yes that thing is bad a$$.

[OLDFLM]

BMR is coming out with a new 100% bolt on torque arm rear suspension for our cars! Torque arm, watts link and coilovers all packaged into one very cool bolt-on package! Check out my build thread for more pics!
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BMR Torque Arm Conversion Kit

If you are looking for a rear suspension for your Camaro/Firebird that has superior handling, greater adjustability, and lower installation costs than most aftermarket rear suspensions, you should consider a Torque Arm Conversion Kit from BMR Fabrication.

This kit comes complete with a transmission crossmember, adjustable torque arm, Watts Link, double adjustable coilover shocks, shock upper crossmember, lower control arms, and all necessary hardware. This all adds up to a state-of-the-art rear suspension with performance benefits that make the archaic leaf springs obsolete. The long length of the BMR torque arm puts the instant center in the ideal location for a handling application and the Watts Link eliminates side-to-side movement of the rear axle housing and tires. The torque arm front mount uses a delrin-bushed, telescoping slider that allows the torque arm to slide forward and back without binding while also allowing full unrestricted axle articulation. Additionally, the torque arm is equipped for pinion angle adjustability. Watts Links provide the most ideal rear axle housing location, keeping the rear axle centered within the body even if the suspension is fully extended or compressed.

The BMR Watts Link has 5 different vertical mounting locations, so it can be adjusted for all ride heights and roll centers. The coilover shocks are double adjustable, so the compression and rebound can be adjusted independently on each side. This truly bolt-in kit can be installed without any fabrication or welding, so the installation costs are much lower compared to other aftermarket rear suspension kits. All parts within the kit come powdercoated in either red or black hammertone.

For complete product details, contact BMR Fabrication, Inc., 12581 N. US Highway 301, Thonotosassa, FL 33592, www.bmrfabrication.com, (813) 986-9302.

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Here's what I recommend... of course its not really a bolt in.

[andrewmp6]

The BMR one looks great will it work with a 12 bolt or 9 inch?

[markss28]

If your looking at changing ou the suspension there is going to be some welding involved. I have a 73 camaro and decided to stay with the leaf set up because of cost. I hotchkis springs all the way around and KYB gas a just shocks all 4 new pushing and pan hard rod. I feel the car handles awesome but this is just my opinion. If your looking into the all stuff, then its going to cost you some time and money.

[RT66MOTORSPORTS]

Originally Posted by andrewmp6

I just bought a 79 trans am and i want to lose the leaf springs.Is there any good bolt in kits or am i stuck welding i don't mind buying a housing with it.

Route 66 Muscle Car Parts offers A true bolt-in 4 link system from Heidts for 70-81 Camaro/Firebird. Some option are Billet adjustable coil overs,sway bar, 9" housing,axles,Wilwood brakes and more. Call us for your Lateral-G discount.

[andrewmp6]

I like the bmr one better out of all of them i have seen so far.Reminds me of the 3rd gen f bodies rear suspension.

[deuce_454]

Originally Posted by andrewmp6

I like the bmr one better out of all of them i have seen so far.Reminds me of the 3rd gen f bodies rear suspension.

except its missing a shackle or slider at the forward torque arm mount, the only thing keeping it from progressive binding and loading under travel is bushing flex... the torque arm and rear controllarms are different length, wich means they will have different horizontal movement when the rear travels up and down....

propably works with the large bushings tho... just dont try solid bushings

(im not knocking it, havent tried it, just posting an observation on the engineering of ot)