Camaro full frame

[3_z28camaro]

Originally Posted by comp-spec

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]

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]

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]

Originally Posted by ironworks

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]

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

[Silver69Camaro]

Originally Posted by 3_z28camaro

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]

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]

I sent the original poster a PM. Thanks

[3_z28camaro]

Originally Posted by Silver69Camaro

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]

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