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UNIQUEC5 02-20-2009 08:49 PM

Solid axle c5
 
After breaking 2 diffs with in 6 runs I knew I had to do something.. I spoke to a few different shops to find out what my options are..

option 1... Go with an unproven zr1 diff and hope that it holds up..

option 2... Go with a solid axle and race my ass off..

option 3... Stay with the c5 IRS, detune and run the 10.0 index..

With my personality an addiction I knew I would not be happy with anything but a solid axle..


The next step was to decide on a shop that would give me the finest quality and customers service out there.. After talking to Bobby Carroll at Carrols Rod n Racecraft and seeing his shop my decision was made..:thumbs:

Here are a few pics of the build..

http://i266.photobucket.com/albums/i...5/100_2072.jpg
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http://i266.photobucket.com/albums/i...5/100_2100.jpg
http://i266.photobucket.com/albums/i...100_2104-1.jpg
http://i266.photobucket.com/albums/i...-16-090041.jpg
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bgblockelcamino 02-20-2009 11:13 PM

that is sick looking. do you have any more pics close up or a spec sheet on car.the car is just badass

Sandmann120 02-20-2009 11:53 PM

We gotta have more info on this deal.

thebassbass 02-21-2009 12:11 AM

good luck on the rest of the SRA swap. looks good. i did this to my gto and love it

Carbed4thGen 02-21-2009 06:26 AM

What rear susp is in it now? Ladder bar, 4 link, torque arm?

pddye 02-21-2009 12:22 PM

Looks like a torque arm in the first pic. Nice looking setup. I'm sure this is going to be a big mod when the new camaros come out.

UNIQUEC5 02-21-2009 01:10 PM

Yes it is a torque arm..
The shop that built this is the same shop that did Paul Majors car and is based off of his set up. The best part of this is that this kit is a COMPLETE BOLT IN!!

onfire 02-21-2009 02:44 PM

Ballpark budget price?

fenton06 02-21-2009 02:52 PM


Originally Posted by onfire (Post 11101300)
Ballpark *snip!* price?

fixed :)

UNIQUEC5 02-21-2009 10:11 PM


Originally Posted by onfire (Post 11101300)
Ballpark budget price?


sent you a pm..

tektrans 02-22-2009 03:50 PM

Bobby's the man. Looks great bro'.

-Mark

01sscam 02-22-2009 05:45 PM

Looks great!

UNIQUEC5 02-22-2009 06:07 PM

Thanks. Here is more info on this kit.

Here is some more info on the kit..

This is the newest version of our C-5 / C-6 Straight Axle kit now available to be shipped directly to customers completely assembled and ready to bolt in. Modeled after Paul Major's race winning 7 second drag radial suspension, now anyone can have the same high horsepower race winning technology in their car.

This torque arm style suspension closely resembles the factory design built by GM in 3rd & 4th generation Camaros and Firebirds which is accepted as a factory suspension by some sanctioning bodies. Each kit is capable of handling any abuse that can be thrown at it with standard features like a fully braced housing, high quality hardware including 3 piece teflon lined rod ends, 35 or 40 spline Strange Race Axles, and 4130 Chromoly anti-roll bar for consistent and straight launches. Other benefits include an integral transmission mount to ease installation and a driveshaft loop for added safety. The kit works by mounting a powerglide transmission directly to the engine which can be supplied along with a torque converter by Rod & Racecraft with their kit or sourced by the customer on their own. Clearance work is needed to fit a powerglide transmission into the C-5 body however no permanent mounts are cut off and all stock components can be re-installed if you desire. Although the kit uses the factory mounting points, minor welding is required for added safety. All welding should be performed by a professional welder but the kit can be bolted in and rolled around to be transported to a professional. This kit can be installed with common hand tools and an electric grinder or brought to us for an in house installation.

Designed and fabricated in house at Carroll's Rod & Racecraft we can custom tailor each kit with a fabricated Ford 9" mild steel or 4130 Chromoly housing with a differential, gear ratio, shock & spring package, and brake kit that best suits your individual needs. We also offer other components to aid in the installation of your kit such as custom built fuel cells, fuel systems, wheel & tire packages, brake lines, matching front shocks, and matching front brakes. For turbocharged applications or added stopping power, dual rear caliper mounts are available. We also offer bolt on parachute kits and in house roll cage installations to compliment your new suspension.



Thanks,

Bob Carroll
Carroll's Rod & Racecraft

patriotformula 02-22-2009 07:47 PM

Badass setup!

Sandmann120 02-22-2009 09:51 PM

So, how much?

UNIQUEC5 02-28-2009 04:20 PM

pm sent

UNIQUEC5 03-05-2009 07:18 PM

Here are the most recent pics
http://i266.photobucket.com/albums/i...5/100_2114.jpg

http://i266.photobucket.com/albums/i...5/100_2106.jpg

http://i266.photobucket.com/albums/i...5/100_2107.jpg

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UNIQUEC5 10-31-2010 04:42 PM

Just an update.. Went to E-town on saturday n had some new pb 60 ft times.. 1.29, 1.286, and 1.287 and not a worry in my mind about breakage!! All with a little CARTEK 347!!

SSPerformance 10-31-2010 08:04 PM


Originally Posted by UNIQUEC5 (Post 14062146)
Just an update.. Went to E-town on saturday n had some new pb 60 ft times.. 1.29, 1.286, and 1.287 and not a worry in my mind about breakage!! All with a little CARTEK 347!!

congrats... car looks sick.

The Guy in MY 99TA 11-01-2010 12:44 PM

how much "clearancing" is required for the powerglide? I have a relative who may be interested


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