Insert the lower portion of the body mount bushing on the front and insert the supplied new bolt and washer. Also would it be a good idea to get the strut tower brace while i am at it, and is. All of the hardware is supplied in the kit and the subframe connectors can be easily installed in your driveway with simple hand tools. The subframe connectors tie into 5 structural areas and provide 4 separate weld points. Optional subframe connectors, transmission, crossmember, drive shaft hoop bolted into place.
Bmr s fbody subframe connectors are manufactured from. Bmr subframe connectors provide the ultimate in frame rigidity and add to the overall handling ability of the car. We have the suspension and chassis components for your camaro, firebird, nova. 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. Stiffen up the chassis for greatly improved handling with sub frame connectors from bmr fabrication. Using a permanent marker, trace all weld points onto the frame. Optional 9 ford rear housing with brackets installed helps speed installation. Boltin subframe connectorreduce chassis flex and increase handling and performance on your 4th gen gm fbody with fourpoint boltin subframe connectors from bmr suspension. How to install bmr boxed subframe connectors red on your. Bmrs fbody subframe connectors are manufactured from heav bmr. Each package consists of weldin tubular frame connectors and a boltin center support to bridge the connectors together. 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.
Bmrs fbody subframe connectors are manufactured from heavyduty 2 square steel tubing, with. 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. 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. Theres no better place to purchase mustang subframe connectors than cj pony parts. Displaying 1 to 4 of 4 items branditem part number price.
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. Installation instructions for bmr boxed subframe connectors. Their innovative design ties together key structural points across the floorpan, minimizing flex. Bmr subframe connectors installed srt hellcat forum. With americanmade quality and racer support, its no wonder so many champions choose team z motorsports. Take a close look at any unibody car that has been run hard. 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. Subframe connectors are essential for preventing your mustangs chassis from being twisted off the line. From step 1 to step 6 the car is supposed to be up on a lift. Heavy duty boxed subframe connectors bmr suspension. Buy founders performance 251020r gm fbody round tube subframe connectors weldin red car set. Reduce chassis flex and increase handling and performance on your 4th gen gm fbody with twopoint weldin subframe connectors from bmr suspension. 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. The teardown begins with removal of the front clip.
You need to locate the front bolt in the rear lower control arm lca see blue arrows in figure 2. This is where you will boltweld the rear of your bmr subframe connector in. Ive head that the weld ons are better because the bolt ons will warp the holes negating the purpose of the subframe connectors. How to install bmr boxed subframe connectors red on your mustang. I have spent alot of cash with them in the last 7 months, no sure if i will return.
Bmr suspension sfc015 subframe connectors, bolton 2010. The old 350, soon to be replaced with a zz383 crate motor. Bmr subframe connector installation install university. 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. Cj pony parts features 1992 mustang subframe connectors at amazing prices. The subframe connectors and gconnector fit completely under the floor and also came with adjustable mounts for the included driveshaft loop. Bmr s sfc005 subframe connectors are 100% bolton, no modifications are required. Bmr subframe connectors sfc004r free shipping on orders.
Reduce chassis flex and increase handling and performance on your 20102015 camarowith threepoint boltin subframe connectors from bmr suspension. Bmrs subframe connectors are manufactured from a mix of heavyduty. Aluminum driveshaft, comp engineering safety loop suspension. Subframe connector installation howto modern camaro forums. Apr 18, 2015 luckys speed elite street phase iii 475hp 2000 camaro ss a4 cammed tuxedo sleeper grind cam duration.
Using a marker, trace all weld surfaces then remove sub frame connectors. Anyone running the bmr subframe connectors srt hellcat forum. Umi performance boxed weldin subframe connectors 2400b. Bmr subframe connectors sfc005h free shipping on orders. Adding subframe connectors why not lift them to reverse.
In part 3 of our fox handling upgrades series, subframe connectors from maximum motorsports enable you to keep your surefooted fox on course. Finish by welding the subframe connector to the cross brace. Bmr mustang boxed subframe connectors black hammertone 05. Bmr subframe connectors are some of the strongest in the industry. 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. How to install bmr subframe connectors hammertone on your. The fbody chassis flexes dramatically, even with mild amounts of torque and horsepower. Howto install subframe connectors, control arms ford. Ati procharger stage ii intercooled system w p1sc1 20062010 charger 6. 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. In step 7 it says to lower the cradle support to load the.
Team z motorsports components are featured on and under some of the fastest street and strip cars in the country. Bmr s fbody subframe connectors are manufactured from heavyduty 2inch square. I just bought a set of bmr subframe connectors and i am wanting to know how hard they are to put on. Bmr gto subframe connectors install mark quitter racing.
Subframe connectors assist in maintaining the overall integrity and longevity of the vehicle. Bmr subframe connectors texas speed and performance. We offer subframe connectors for all of the models spanning the mustangs entire 50year history, from 1964. Bmr tubular subframe connector weldon black hammertone pair. I am a novice at this and generally stick to the bolt on modifications. The connectors are likely overkill, especially for a nontrack driver such as myself. The vehicle must be supported with the suspension loaded for. Bmr subframe connectors are fabricated from heavyduty, rectangular tubing for frame rigidity and improved handling ability. There are quite a few makers of subframe connectors for the fox body mustang. Weld on or bolt on i am considering a pair myself and i dont know which to get.
Today i did a test fit of the new subframe connectors. Bmr suspension sfc019r 4point bolton subframe connectors. We install them on our shop cars by putting a wet towel on the carpet. These sub frame connectors are built from heavy duty material to last a long time. Total control products subframe connector packages are available for both hardtop and convertible models of 19641970 mustangs and cougars.
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. Boxed weldon subframe connectors part number sfc011h by bmr suspension. So, this was a negative experience from the beginning. This is where you will boltweld the rear of your bmr subframe connector in place. This means they can be easily installed with simple hand tools, and no welding is required. 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.
Using subframe connectors to stiffen your late model. 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. Level 3 chassis stiffening kit 7074 ebody us car tool mopar plymouth cuda barracuda. Before welding, cover the plastic fuel lines near the front of the sub frame connector with a damp rag. This adds strength and rigidity, but also reduces squeaks and rattles commonly found in fbodies. How to install chris alstons chassisworks gconnector system. Did a couple of track days last year and of course, im hooked. 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. Chassis engineering 3641 subframe connector for f body 7181 camarofirebird. I notice the bmr camaro to g8 sfc pns are different. Also remove the powdercoat on all weld points on the subframe connector.
These chassis flex dramatically, even with mild amounts of torque and horsepower. However, we are told that kenny brown has lifted cars by the frame instead of the wheels and installed his subframe connectors. Special thanks to turbo joe for the awesome work and installation. Bmr mustang boxed subframe connectors black hammertone. Installation instructions for bmr boxed subframe connectors red 0514 all installation time. Luckys speed elite street phase iii 475hp 2000 camaro ss a4 cammed tuxedo sleeper grind cam duration. Bmr suspension sfc005 subframe connectors, bolton 1967. Subframe installation article provided by heidts hotrod hotline. Mustang subframe connector installation guide americanmuscle. Umi performance boxed weldin subframe connectors are necessary chassis. Just wondering if anyone is using or has any opinions on the bmr subframe connectors. Fords new 200514 mustang platform is a vast improvement over the fox body with chassis rigidity upgraded over 30%.
We prefer weldin style to the boltin style, as they add more rigidity. Connecting both subframes and the lower control arm mount and transmission tunnel brace, these subframe connectors are the ultimate in chassis stiffening. Sfc015h 2010 camaro bmr fabrication subframe connector stiffen up the chassis for greatly improved handling with sub frame connectors from bmr fabrication. 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. Subframe connectors are a quick and easy way to add strength and reduce body flex in your 6570 mustang.
Lift the rear of the subframe connector up until it lines up with this bolt hole as shown in image 3 below. 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. For both sides, lift the sub frame connectors into place with a jack and support against the floor and subframes. If a shim is needed here as well, the bmp tunnel brace can be.
By design, th ey will eliminate the flexing which is common with these types of vehicles. Jun 09, 2016 there are quite a few makers of subframe connectors for the fox body mustang. Weld the subframe connector to the front frame rail first, then to the rear torque box adapter. These subframe connectors should fit any foxbodied ford, such as the 7904 mustang and fairmonts. Jan 15, 20 today i did a test fit of the new subframe connectors. 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. Reduce chassis flex and increase the handling capabilities of your 1st gen gm fbody with squaretube, bolton subframe connectors from bmr suspension. Another successful day at the speed shop, compliments of straightline performance in joliet il. Lift subframe connector into place and support with stands. Gauging interest adapter pieces necessary for bmr subframe.
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