Stiffen up the chassis for greatly improved handling with sub frame connectors from bmr fabrication. Click here for more information about bmr suspension sfc008h bmr subframe connectors. Bmr subframe connectors installed srt hellcat forum. With americanmade quality and racer support, its no wonder so many champions choose team z motorsports. Luckys speed elite street phase iii 475hp 2000 camaro ss a4 cammed tuxedo sleeper grind cam duration. Boxed weldon subframe connectors part number sfc011h by bmr suspension. Bmr subframe connectors sfc005h free shipping on orders. How to install bmr boxed subframe connectors red on your. Umi performance boxed weldin subframe connectors are necessary chassis. Adding subframe connectors why not lift them to reverse. Bmr suspension sfc019r 4point bolton subframe connectors. Also would it be a good idea to get the strut tower brace while i am at it, and is. The teardown begins with removal of the front clip.
Cj pony parts features 1992 mustang subframe connectors at amazing prices. Lift the rear of the subframe connector up until it lines up with this bolt hole as shown in image 3 below. Classic industries offers a wide selection of 1967 pontiac firebird parts, including 1967 pontiac firebird interior parts and soft trim, 1967 pontiac firebird exterior sheet metal, 1967 pontiac firebird moldings, 1967 pontiac firebird emblems, 1967 pontiac firebird weatherstrip and unique accessories, to nearly every nut and bolt needed for installation. I have spent alot of cash with them in the last 7 months, no sure if i will return. Todays part installation was bmr subframe connectors. Fords new 200514 mustang platform is a vast improvement over the fox body with chassis rigidity upgraded over 30%.
Displaying 1 to 4 of 4 items branditem part number price. However, we are told that kenny brown has lifted cars by the frame instead of the wheels and installed his subframe connectors. For both sides, lift the sub frame connectors into place with a jack and support against the floor and subframes. Bmr s subframe connectors are manufactured from a mix of heavyduty square steel tubing, with lasercut cncformed 316inch steel plate, and add loads of strength. Thank you to livernois for posting the photos that illustrate the amount of rear floor pan interference. Today i did a test fit of the new subframe connectors. Reduce chassis flex and increase handling and performance on your 4th gen gm fbody with twopoint weldin subframe connectors from bmr suspension. Ati procharger stage ii intercooled system w p1sc1 20062010 charger 6. I notice the bmr camaro to g8 sfc pns are different. Optional subframe connectors, transmission, crossmember, drive shaft hoop bolted into place. Using subframe connectors to stiffen your late model. Bmrs fbody subframe connectors are manufactured from heavyduty 2 square steel tubing, with. Another successful day at the speed shop, compliments of straightline performance in joliet il.
Classic industries offers a wide selection of 1967 chevrolet camaro parts, including 1967 chevrolet camaro interior parts and soft trim, 1967 chevrolet camaro exterior sheet metal, 1967 chevrolet camaro moldings, 1967 chevrolet camaro emblems, 1967 chevrolet camaro weatherstrip and unique accessories, to nearly every nut and bolt needed for installation. I made a quick video showing how they mount under the car and how they differ from the more common subframe connectors on the market. So, this was a negative experience from the beginning. This means they can be easily installed with simple hand tools, and no welding is required. Ive read that the subframe connectors are best installed when the cars weight is on its wheels too but then i see lots of full rotisserie restorations that include subframe connector installation when all of the drivetrain components are out of the car and no weight is on the wheels. Finish by welding the subframe connector to the cross brace. Theres no better place to purchase mustang subframe connectors than cj pony parts. From step 1 to step 6 the car is supposed to be up on a lift. Weld on or bolt on i am considering a pair myself and i dont know which to get. Apr 18, 2015 luckys speed elite street phase iii 475hp 2000 camaro ss a4 cammed tuxedo sleeper grind cam duration. Anyone running the bmr subframe connectors srt hellcat forum. Before welding, cover the plastic fuel lines near the front of the sub frame connector with a damp rag. Reduce chassis flex and increase the handling capabilities of your 1st gen gm fbody with squaretube, bolton subframe connectors from bmr suspension.
Total control products subframe connector packages are available for both hardtop and convertible models of 19641970 mustangs and cougars. These chassis flex dramatically, even with mild amounts of torque and horsepower. Aluminum driveshaft, comp engineering safety loop suspension. This adds strength and rigidity, but also reduces squeaks and rattles commonly found in fbodies. Jun 09, 2016 there are quite a few makers of subframe connectors for the fox body mustang. Subframe connectors assist in maintaining the overall integrity and longevity of the vehicle.
I am a novice at this and generally stick to the bolt on modifications. Bmr subframe connectors texas speed and performance. Bmr subframe connector installation install university. Lift subframe connector into place and support with stands. By design, th ey will eliminate the flexing which is common with these types of vehicles. Bmr mustang boxed subframe connectors black hammertone. The subframe connectors tie into 5 structural areas and provide 4 separate weld points. Each package consists of weldin tubular frame connectors and a boltin center support to bridge the connectors together. Bmr suspension sfc005 subframe connectors, bolton 1967. Just wondering if anyone is using or has any opinions on the bmr subframe connectors. This is where you will boltweld the rear of your bmr subframe connector in. Bmr tubular subframe connector weldon black hammertone pair. Weld the subframe connector to the front frame rail first, then to the rear torque box adapter.
Jan 15, 20 today i did a test fit of the new subframe connectors. Bmr s fbody subframe connectors are manufactured from heavyduty 2inch square. Their innovative design ties together key structural points across the floorpan, minimizing flex. Subframe connectors are a quick and easy way to add strength and reduce body flex in your 6570 mustang. Connecting both subframes and the lower control arm mount and transmission tunnel brace, these subframe connectors are the ultimate in chassis stiffening.
Installation instructions for bmr boxed subframe connectors red 0514 all installation time. Team z motorsports components are featured on and under some of the fastest street and strip cars in the country. All of the hardware is supplied in the kit and the subframe connectors can be easily installed in your driveway with simple hand tools. How to install chris alstons chassisworks gconnector system. We prefer weldin style to the boltin style, as they add more rigidity. Reduce chassis flex and increase handling and performance on your 20102015 camarowith threepoint boltin subframe connectors from bmr suspension. I just bought a set of bmr subframe connectors and i am wanting to know how hard they are to put on.
Choose from bolt on or weld on mustang subframe connectors to provide support where you need it. The old 350, soon to be replaced with a zz383 crate motor. Umi performance boxed weldin subframe connectors 2400b. Using a permanent marker, trace all weld points onto the frame. If you do know how to weld, weld the torque box adapter to the torque box first, then lineup the subframe connectors and support them with a jack. Gauging interest adapter pieces necessary for bmr subframe. Ive head that the weld ons are better because the bolt ons will warp the holes negating the purpose of the subframe connectors. Chassis engineering 3641 subframe connector for f body 7181 camarofirebird. Did a couple of track days last year and of course, im hooked. Also remove the powdercoat on all weld points on the subframe connector. Bmr suspension sfc015 subframe connectors, bolton 2010. How to install bmr boxed subframe connectors red on your mustang. Founders performance 251020r gm fbody round tube subframe. Bmrs fbody subframe connectors are manufactured from heav bmr.
How to install bmr subframe connectors hammertone on your. Using a marker, trace all weld surfaces then remove sub frame connectors. Bmr mustang boxed subframe connectors black hammertone 05. The subframe connectors and gconnector fit completely under the floor and also came with adjustable mounts for the included driveshaft loop. Founders performance round tube subframe connectors first thing that should be done to stiffen up the chassis and allow the suspension to work properly is the installation of subframe connectors. Bmr subframe connectors provide the ultimate in frame rigidity and add to the overall handling ability of the car. Ordered from beefcake racing, they did not tell me they were on backorder, took a month to ship, communication was not good on their part. There are quite a few makers of subframe connectors for the fox body mustang. I purchased a set of the bmr subframe connectors last year based on the thread active at the time, the report that these parts would fit the ss, and the fact that bmr lists the ss as an application. Take a close look at any unibody car that has been run hard.
Bmr subframe connector installation howto i was thinking about this the other day and realized that a lot of people may be intimidated by the complexity of this installation when, in fact, it is probably one of the easiest and quickest mods you can do to your new camaro. Originating in 2001 the work force at late model performance has maintained a noteworthy high level of customer service and has made available a multifarious selection of new performance automotive parts and appurtenances represented by some of the preeminent names in. Level 3 chassis stiffening kit 7074 ebody us car tool mopar plymouth cuda barracuda. Was thinking these might tighten things up a bit i dont want to get into full blown suspension changes at this point. Bmrs subframe connectors are manufactured from a mix of heavyduty. Beyond this it seems to me that the bmr design lends itself to installing equal thickness shims at both the forward and rear positions, with possibly no shims needed at the tunnel brace position. We have the suspension and chassis components for your camaro, firebird, nova. Buy founders performance 251020r gm fbody round tube subframe connectors weldin red car set. Heavy duty boxed subframe connectors bmr suspension. The connectors are likely overkill, especially for a nontrack driver such as myself. Bmr gto subframe connectors install mark quitter racing. Stock cars can bend and flex when racing, and these subframe connectors alleviate that stress by adding rigidity to the vehicle and keeping power at the wheels. Originating in 2001 the work force at late model performance has maintained a noteworthy high level of customer service and has made available a multifarious selection of new performance automotive parts and appurtenances represented by some of the preeminent names in the automotive performance parts industry. Howto install subframe connectors, control arms ford.
Eibach prokit springs, eibach front upper adj arms, bmr rear lower arms, bmr subframe connectors, speedlogix front strut brace, petty rear 4pt shock tower brace wheelstires. You need to locate the front bolt in the rear lower control arm lca see blue arrows in figure 2. Optional 9 ford rear housing with brackets installed helps speed installation. Using subframe connectors to stiffen your late model mustang. Installation instructions for bmr boxed subframe connectors. Insert the lower portion of the body mount bushing on the front and insert the supplied new bolt and washer.
Subframe connectors essentially tie the front and rear steel subframes. Bmr s fbody subframe connectors are manufactured from. These subframe connectors have been developed by bmr suspension specifically to strengthen the vehicle and prevent power from being lost between the engine and the ground. We offer a variety of mustang subframe connectors from different manufactures such as sve, bbk, steeda, bmr, maximum motorsports and bmr to fit your mustang. These sub frame connectors are built from heavy duty material to last a long time. Subframe connector installation howto modern camaro forums. Bmr s sfc005 subframe connectors are 100% bolton, no modifications are required. In step 7 it says to lower the cradle support to load the. Bmr subframe connectors are fabricated from heavyduty, rectangular tubing for frame rigidity and improved handling ability. These subframe connectors should fit any foxbodied ford, such as the 7904 mustang and fairmonts. Sfc015h 2010 camaro bmr fabrication subframe connector stiffen up the chassis for greatly improved handling with sub frame connectors from bmr fabrication. We offer subframe connectors for all of the models spanning the mustangs entire 50year history, from 1964. The vehicle must be supported with the suspension loaded for. The fbody chassis flexes dramatically, even with mild amounts of torque and horsepower.
If a shim is needed here as well, the bmp tunnel brace can be. Bmr subframe connectors are some of the strongest in the industry. Subframe connectors are essential for preventing your mustangs chassis from being twisted off the line. Mustang subframe connector installation guide americanmuscle. Bmr suspension manufactures quality heavy duty performance control arms, panhard bars, shock tower braces, kmembers, lowering spring kits, cv axle shafts, aarms, trailing arms, sway bars, antiroll bar kits, toe rods, driveshaft safety loops and much more. Special thanks to turbo joe for the awesome work and installation.
In part 3 of our fox handling upgrades series, subframe connectors from maximum motorsports enable you to keep your surefooted fox on course. We install them on our shop cars by putting a wet towel on the carpet. Subframe installation article provided by heidts hotrod hotline. This is where you will boltweld the rear of your bmr subframe connector in place. Boltin subframe connectorreduce chassis flex and increase handling and performance on your 4th gen gm fbody with fourpoint boltin subframe connectors from bmr suspension. Bmr subframe connectors sfc004r free shipping on orders.
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