Can't Lower Car w/ G-Bar System

[69x22]

Originally Posted by DETON8R

Got photos of those cracks? Or do you have a better description where they showed up? Was it for a mini-tub application, or was it in the factory sheet metal/frame rail?

I'm installing a G-link for a mini-tub application and I'd like to see where I might need re-enforcements welded in. I will be running a roll bar and supports into the trunk to spread the load around, so I should have a little bit more strength into the rear end section of the car than a regular bolt-in/weld-in installation as Chassisworks recommends.

I don't have any pictures yet, the cracks are still hairline. I already had the cradle welded in and at the paint shop before I heard that this was happening, so I've been keeping a close eye on it. It is mini-tubbed, 4 point roll bar and the frame rails are the flawless originals. Once the Autorama is over with, I plan on addressing this problem. If you go to Vegas69 thread probably page 230 something, Todd has some pictures of his and another Camaro that this has happened to. In my opinion it is a flaw in the design that can easily be repaired, just sucks if your car is already done and the underside has nice paint on it.

[DETON8R]

Originally Posted by 69x22

I don't have any pictures yet, the cracks are still hairline. I already had the cradle welded in and at the paint shop before I heard that this was happening, so I've been keeping a close eye on it. It is mini-tubbed, 4 point roll bar and the frame rails are the flawless originals. Once the Autorama is over with, I plan on addressing this problem. If you go to Vegas69 thread probably page 230 something, Todd has some pictures of his and another Camaro that this has happened to. In my opinion it is a flaw in the design that can easily be repaired, just sucks if your car is already done and the underside has nice paint on it.

Thanks for pointing me to that photo. Thanks for that info. I've attached for others to see. I don't know that I'll knock my car around that hard, and I'll keep an eye on it when the car hits the road.

[Vegas69]

That's not mine but a g link failure. Mine was just cracked around all three sides.

[DETON8R]

Originally Posted by Vegas69

That's not mine but a g link failure. Mine was just cracked around all three sides.

Todd, Thanks for your input and comments on the subject. I've read through your problem description and fix, and it looks like you have had a chance to beat it pretty hard since the repair. Is the fix holding up?

I'll fab up some supports and have the shop weld them in when I get my G-link welded in.

I've wondered what might happen by cutting the rear of the car to get the mini-tubs in. Looks like we can get a few things to bend and break that weren't supposed to.

And 2,500 posts on your build thread, you are the man!!

[Vegas69]

Originally Posted by DETON8R

Todd, Thanks for your input and comments on the subject. I've read through your problem description and fix, and it looks like you have had a chance to beat it pretty hard since the repair. Is the fix holding up?

I'll fab up some supports and have the shop weld them in when I get my G-link welded in.

I've wondered what might happen by cutting the rear of the car to get the mini-tubs in. Looks like we can get a few things to bend and break that weren't supposed to.

And 2,500 posts on your build thread, you are the man!!

So far.... And my thread is at least half a bull **** fest.

[realcoray]

Just a FYI I just set my 72 Nova down with the G-Link on the lowest possible settings and it visually looks a lot better than the camaros here. The top edge of my rear wheels is tucked 1/4 of an inch or better and this is with an empty gas tank, no deck lid etc. I'm running 18 inch with 275/40 tires.

It's all just mocked up but I'm happy with the height.

[frojoe]

Mocked up on lowest possible setting combination. Here is full compression with an 18" rim and 275 tire...



1.75" clearance to framerail at full compression, with axle rotated forward a bit more than it would otherwise be if the upper link tabs were welded on, so figure actually 2.0" clearance...







2.0" rim tuck at full compression..



Recommended ride height for "race" of 50/50 bump travel (~2.5" bump, ~2.5" rebound, total 5.10 travel) equals ~13.5" eye-to-eye on the VariShock (full extended length is 16.10")...





At 2.5" of bump travel, 18" rim is hanging 0.5" below wheel lip.

[fillpot]

Guy's i'm also courious about this,i have a g-link installed in my 69 camaro mini tubed,etc,and was wondering what the ride height difference would be between the 12-200 and the 10-200 spring i have the 12-200 spring now.THANKS!