New Chassisworks Torque Arm Rear Suspension

[Chassisworks]

Chassisworks is excited to announce the latest addition to our complete line of Pro-Touring suspension systems - The Chassisworks Torque Arm g-Link.

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A skillfully engineered system with multiple geometry and setting adjustments for tuning and refinement, Chassisworks' Torque Arm g-Link Suspension directly replaces the OEM leaf springs and shocks for significant performance increases in cornering ability, throttle response, and braking stability. System packages include our unique fabricated torque arm, g-Link tubular-steel pivotball lower arms, a Watts link or panhard bar lateral locator, VariShock billet-aluminum coil-overs, weld-on frame brackets, and optional billet-arm splined-end anti-roll bar.

The torque arm requires a Ford 9” center section and Chassisworks Subframe g-Connector chassis stiffening system or universal-fit tubular crossmember. Weld-on lower axle brackets are included with bolt-on brackets for GM multi-leaf spring pads as an available option. Applications include ’67-81 Camaro/Firebird and ’62-72 Chevy II/Nova with OEM wheel tubs or mini-tub conversions. There are also components available for custom-fit applications.

Click Here to view available options and configure a system for your vehicle or call direct to 800-722-2269.

For an extremely detailed and thorough review of all aspects of this system, I encourage you to download the 20 page Product Data Sheet by Clicking Here.

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[Jr]

Damn.

Any pics from the backside showing off the watts link?

[rustomatic]

That's a truckload of really nice new stuff! The options for adjustability are awesome, as are the little bits of engineering that you only see after looking at so many other configurations of stick-axle suspensions. In particular, it's impressive to see that Chassisworks has considered both the Camaro and the everyoneelsecar with specific and standardized options...

That's about the most trick rear sway bar setup I've seen, short of remote-adjustable control blades...

I need a factory tour...

[Chassisworks]

Originally Posted by Jr

Damn.

Any pics from the backside showing off the watts link?

How's this? Click to make it HUGE. (I'll talk some more about the Watts link when I have a moment.)

Originally Posted by rustomatic

That's a truckload of really nice new stuff! The options for adjustability are awesome, as are the little bits of engineering that you only see after looking at so many other configurations of stick-axle suspensions. In particular, it's impressive to see that Chassisworks has considered both the Camaro and the everyoneelsecar with specific and standardized options...

That's about the most trick rear sway bar setup I've seen, short of remote-adjustable control blades...

I need a factory tour...

Thanks, and anytime you want a tour, just give me a heads up. I'll be happy to show you around. Just bring your own rag for wiping up drool.

[Chassisworks]

There are a lot of really cool features to this new system. To me, the torque arm itself is a work of art. It’s the same type of construction as our Camaro clips; fabricated box-tube construction comprised of laser cut panels with overlapping seams. This allows us to make it extremely strong and light without adding a lot of external bracing. We have been using this method for over ten years and, when paired with our in-house finite element analysis, it gives you a bulletproof end result.
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The front torque arm connection, referred to as a ‘Sliding-Link,’ comes standard with a steel-sleeved poly bushing. A spherical pivotball is also available. Both versions feature a billet steel eye mount which is inserted in a greased bore in a billet receiver on the front of the torque arm. The bore is machined with a spiral, rifling pattern so that the link stays properly greased. A wiper seal keeps out road grime.


Because not everyone has the same third member, there are two different pinion support mounts. The first will fit standard Ford 9” and Strange S-Series cases. The second is designed to fit the Strange HD-Pro aluminum case.


Our gStreet Torque Arms use a serrated tab and washer mechanism to enable incremental pinion angle adjustment without the risk of slippage.


A lateral adjustment mechanism below the rearend housing allows the torque arm to be perfectly aligned with the chassis bracket at the gConnector center support without affecting the wheelbase squareness.


There are more detailed pictures in the Product Data Sheet. Open the PDF by Clicking Here.

[Chassisworks]

I want to talk a little bit about the options for locating the rear laterally underneath the car. The torque arm system comes standard with a double-adjustable Panhard bar. A Watts link is optionally available and, so far, this is what everyone has chosen.
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The Chassisworks Watts link is an incredibly stable piece of billet jewelry. The pivot assembly is made of our three main components; Base Plate, Watts Pivot, and Top Plate. The base plate is machined from billet aluminum and is mounted to the housing at four points. Four mounting positions for the Watts Pivot allow adjustment of the vehicle roll center to tune vehicle understeer/oversteer. The Watts pivot itself is billet steel and houses a sealed ball bearing. This makes it more durable on top of eliminating the stiction common with traditional bushing-style pivots. The top plate is laser-cut steel and bridges the Watts pivot with two additional stands and three fasteners which further eliminates side deflection.

Watts link pivot detail –


The chassis brackets are factory welded from laser-cut CNC bent steel and provide mounting for both the shock crossmember and the Watts linkage. The steel support tubes (shown in the first picture) are shipped loose. This is done for three reasons. First, it makes the packaging substantially smaller, reducing the cost to ship. Second, it allows a superior fit on a chassis that is inconsistent. And third, it allows you to customize the installation a bit to better cope with routing exhaust, etc.
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For more details or to find the system that fits your vehicle, follow THIS LINK.

[frojoe]

Very nice looking work there!

Love the extra level of detail in explanations, product info sheet, and gigantic pics!

[Chassisworks]

Originally Posted by frojoe

Very nice looking work there!

Love the extra level of detail in explanations, product info sheet, and gigantic pics!

Thanks, Joe!

[ErikLS2]

In the market for a TA but I have a 12 bolt already built, can you accommodate that? Also, what kind of exhaust clearance with the Watts? 69 Camaro with angle cut fuel tank ends. Oh, and is your entire subframe connector frame required? I already have other connectors installed. Thanks, nice piece!

[Chassisworks]

Originally Posted by ErikLS2

In the market for a TA but I have a 12 bolt already built, can you accommodate that? Also, what kind of exhaust clearance with the Watts? 69 Camaro with angle cut fuel tank ends. Oh, and is your entire subframe connector frame required? I already have other connectors installed. Thanks, nice piece!

Hi Erik, Yes, there is a 12-bolt mounting option in the works. As far as the connector goes, we offer a weld-in crossmember option for the sliding link.

Exhaust is a different story. Clearance is limited with any Watts link. Whoever builds the tailpipes needs to be good at their job. This is just the nature of the beast. It's like trying to put a big block in a mini-cooper; it's possible but you have to make some concessions for foot room.