Anyone with a Manual Rack on a near DD
12-12-2006, 12:42 PM
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Originally Posted by MADMAN
8 lbs with just the rack. 19 lbs with all the P/S stuff.
Anyway, I did the very unscientific method of picking up your rack with one hand and then the stock PS rack (leaving the pump and reservoir still on the floor) and it seemed like 8 lbs is conservative. I felt like I was looking at about a 25-30 lbs total reduction. Needless to say, I'm looking forward to it!
This is on an LT1 car if that makes a difference.
12-13-2006, 10:11 AM
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Originally Posted by MADMAN
My question is why would you buy a manual rack and put it on a car that you plan to run stock wheels on?????????????????????????
I just wish it was made clear upon ordering that this rack can ONLY be run with skinnies.
I think that would've been nice to know.
Also, running 19" wheels would be a lot easier with the manual rack than the stock rack looped. That's for sure.
12-13-2006, 12:45 PM
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Originally Posted by MADMAN
Just for you guys I am putting a manual rack on a car tomorrow and I will take pics. This car will have the stock wheels on it.
Is there an updated part or something that I don't have?
12-13-2006, 12:48 PM
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Originally Posted by Damage Inc.
Wait, so we CAN run stock wheels with it?
Is there an updated part or something that I don't have?
Is there an updated part or something that I don't have?
12-13-2006, 12:49 PM
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Originally Posted by MADMAN
The rack fits regular wheels fine. The problem is you lose some of your turning radius do to the tierod ends. They will rub on the wheel at a full lock turn.
12-13-2006, 04:10 PM
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Originally Posted by ShiznityZ28
I drove my madman rack for 2 years 70 miles a day. keep max air in the fronts and it turns near like stock .plus youl get used to turning while mooving an its easy. rally cleans up the engine bay.
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12-13-2006, 10:01 PM
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Originally Posted by Damage Inc.
Wait, so we CAN run stock wheels with it?
Is there an updated part or something that I don't have?
Is there an updated part or something that I don't have?
Granted, I do live in the suburbs of Chicago so I do not have to make sharp turns.
12-13-2006, 10:11 PM
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In general how hard is it to turn the wheel with a wide low profile tire on there (I don't plan on running skinny's 24/7) with Madmans rack, especially at low speed?
Is there any alterations that can be prescribed to minimize the risk of rubbing on a near DD?
How much weight savings are we talking TOTAL (the savings with Madmans rack, plus what we can remove from the stock system)? I saw the 8 and 19 in madmans earlier post, is this additive or total at 19.
Great help guys, please keep the info coming.
Is there any alterations that can be prescribed to minimize the risk of rubbing on a near DD?
How much weight savings are we talking TOTAL (the savings with Madmans rack, plus what we can remove from the stock system)? I saw the 8 and 19 in madmans earlier post, is this additive or total at 19.
Great help guys, please keep the info coming.
12-14-2006, 10:36 AM
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It is not exactly easy to park a car with the Madman rack and 275/40-17 tires in the front. It is doable but you will be using two hands to park in a spot.
As far as weight savings, I never checked. I was more excited to remove the accessory bracket and relocate the alternator.
As far as weight savings, I never checked. I was more excited to remove the accessory bracket and relocate the alternator.
12-14-2006, 11:49 AM
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Originally Posted by ty_ty13
are you not reading the thread or what.... it says you can use it but you cant make really sharp turns becaue when you lock the wheel all the way to the left or right it rubs.
However, what is the point of "Running" stock wheels with it if you can't turn the wheel all the way?
Basically you can't and this needs to be stated upon ordering for future reference.
I'll be damned if I scar some 19" I Forged Aeros because of normal driving.
12-14-2006, 02:08 PM
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race car parts on a street car is a sacrifice... no matter what it is... thats just part of it...
when you buy something you've never seen thats pretty costly and a race car part you are the one responsible to ask questions if it will work on a street car
sure madman may put this warning on there now because of a few people... but we shouldn't hold him responsible... if you really worried about it return it and pay a restock fee or sell it for 25$ less
when you buy something you've never seen thats pretty costly and a race car part you are the one responsible to ask questions if it will work on a street car
sure madman may put this warning on there now because of a few people... but we shouldn't hold him responsible... if you really worried about it return it and pay a restock fee or sell it for 25$ less
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12-14-2006, 02:40 PM
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Originally Posted by SlickVert
What size tires were running?
Bob
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stock z28 .its a 2000 so it had the brushed aluminum "y" rims. i never had a problem with it rubbing but maybe i just didn't hear it when the wheels were at lock. i raced skinnys though.
12-14-2006, 04:15 PM
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Originally Posted by ty_ty13
race car parts on a street car is a sacrifice... no matter what it is... thats just part of it...
when you buy something you've never seen thats pretty costly and a race car part you are the one responsible to ask questions if it will work on a street car
sure madman may put this warning on there now because of a few people... but we shouldn't hold him responsible... if you really worried about it return it and pay a restock fee or sell it for 25$ less
when you buy something you've never seen thats pretty costly and a race car part you are the one responsible to ask questions if it will work on a street car
sure madman may put this warning on there now because of a few people... but we shouldn't hold him responsible... if you really worried about it return it and pay a restock fee or sell it for 25$ less
True, but "Bolt In" doesn't exactly scream race part to me.
12-15-2006, 11:33 AM
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Originally Posted by ty_ty13
race car parts on a street car is a sacrifice... no matter what it is... thats just part of it...
when you buy something you've never seen thats pretty costly and a race car part you are the one responsible to ask questions if it will work on a street car
sure madman may put this warning on there now because of a few people... but we shouldn't hold him responsible... if you really worried about it return it and pay a restock fee or sell it for 25$ less
when you buy something you've never seen thats pretty costly and a race car part you are the one responsible to ask questions if it will work on a street car
sure madman may put this warning on there now because of a few people... but we shouldn't hold him responsible... if you really worried about it return it and pay a restock fee or sell it for 25$ less
I had mine installed by the shop that sold it to me and they knew I was running stock wheels. They seemed just as suprised as me when it rubbed. Then admitted they had never installed one on a stock rim car.
12-15-2006, 11:35 AM
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Originally Posted by Getav8
I had mine installed by the shop that sold it to me and they knew I was running stock wheels. They seemed just as suprised as me when it rubbed. Then admitted they had never installed one on a stock rim car.