First Gen Camaro Subframe Feedback...

[Jr]

Originally Posted by monza

- stock rolling subframe (no tires), factory disc, manual sterring complete.
317 LBS

I had no idea. I think the ST frame is 125LBS bare, right? That is a good weight savings over stock.

[ironworks]

I doubt that 125lbs is the complete subframe with steering and suspension. I'm sure the Speed Tech subframe itself is lighter but not 200lbs lighter.

[clill]

Usually lighter tends to be flimsier so added strength like a cage will help to stiffen things.

[Blake Foster]

yea it's not 200 lb lighter. it's 20lb lighter ( the frame alone) add all the parts and it might be 30-40 lb lighter total. definatly not flimsy.

[rlplive]

Awesome thread, I wish I could afford any of them.
Ryan

[tones2SS]

Originally Posted by Sparky67

I didn't have all these choices when I bought my DSE subframe. Although, I still would recommend buying the DSE subframe over the other brands. The hydroformed rails is the worth the extra money, and the design of it is very cool. Especially, when you take it apart for paint. So if you don't have the money now, then just save for it.

Jeff

http://www.kodakgallery.com/67rscamaro

Yeah, I was thinking the same thing. Hopefully I can? Gotta see what the future brings. If not, like I said, I'm sure ST will be more than good for my needs.
I checked out your gallery. Looks like a cool project going on.

[David Pozzi]

Originally Posted by DJW32

I had no idea. I think the ST frame is 125LBS bare, right? That is a good weight savings over stock.

A stock bare sub weighs 110 lbs.
My weight for a complete sub with disc brakes, manual steering, no wheels: 315.5
Complete with power steering: 345

The cast iron hubs and calipers, and steering box are where a lot of the weight is.
David

[Jr]

Originally Posted by David Pozzi

A stock bare sub weighs 110 lbs.
My weight for a complete sub with disc brakes, manual steering, no wheels: 315.5
Complete with power steering: 345

The cast iron hubs and calipers, and steering box are where a lot of the weight is.
David

Good information.

Thanks