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Old Mar 27, 2009 | 11:01 PM
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Default APS install Ron Davis Burkhart Bumper Support

I started installing the Aps kit on my ride..........I installed the intercooler and the Burkhart bumper support first..............i am taking the car to our local speed shop to install the rest.............It should be easier with a lift

I wanted to post up some pics for those interested in the fitment with the Ron Davis and the Burkhart bumper support


the aps kit with the ron davis isn't easy, but it can be done

the Burkhart bumper support really opens up a lot of room; however I did have a little trouble getting the bumper for fit correctly with it on the car........IMO small price to pay for the benifits.............I am going to cut out the aps air tunnel to allow air to enter directly through the bumper.......I will cut out the tag cover and put a honeycomb screen like sever others have done on here.
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Old Mar 27, 2009 | 11:05 PM
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Just want to say this is the nastiest the car has ever been...........I'll get her cleaned up
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thanks good pics
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Old Mar 28, 2009 | 08:31 AM
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Looks good. I would like to get some pics up on our site when done.
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Old Mar 28, 2009 | 09:18 AM
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I have never seen this piece used before. What is the purpose or benefit?
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Old Mar 28, 2009 | 11:30 AM
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It is our bumper support. we have them for the LS1 Camaro and TA. Also the LT1 Camaro.

It allows you to remove all of the factory junk in the nose and free up a lot of room. It supports the nose and does not allow it to cave at speed. We make them with the correct CM tubing sizes to pass NHRA tech as a fuel cell enclosure. We also mount intercoolers, radiators. and fuel cells in them.
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Old Mar 28, 2009 | 03:20 PM
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Originally Posted by Steve Burger
It is our bumper support. we have them for the LS1 Camaro and TA. Also the LT1 Camaro.

It allows you to remove all of the factory junk in the nose and free up a lot of room. It supports the nose and does not allow it to cave at speed. We make them with the correct CM tubing sizes to pass NHRA tech as a fuel cell enclosure. We also mount intercoolers, radiators. and fuel cells in them.
Its a very cool piece. Is there any permanent mods required to make it fit or is it just bolt on?
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Old Mar 28, 2009 | 09:58 PM
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its a bolt on piece. very easy to install.
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While installing my intercooler last weekend I was just wondering if someone ever thought about fabbing one of these up. This is awesome! Wish I would have known before messing with the bumper, cutting, measuring, etc

I will definately be ordering one. any discounts? deals going on?

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I really like it..........it gives me a lot more room up front plus it saves a decent amount of weight off the nose

In comparison A arms would have cost 600 bucks and saved about 7 pounds.

The bumper support costs 250 and saves at least 20 pounds................and the bumper is solid as a rock


Also, I have to think it would help out with the cooling, especially with the APS kit.

By cutting out a section of the APS air tunnel and cutting the tag cover I will get air directly to the intercooler and radiator.....................I think that is the one big problem with the APS f-body kit airflow
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Originally Posted by bluehawk2
I really like it..........it gives me a lot more room up front plus it saves a decent amount of weight off the nose

In comparison A arms would have cost 600 bucks and saved about 7 pounds.

The bumper support costs 250 and saves at least 20 pounds................and the bumper is solid as a rock


Also, I have to think it would help out with the cooling, especially with the APS kit.

By cutting out a section of the APS air tunnel and cutting the tag cover I will get air directly to the intercooler and radiator.....................I think that is the one big problem with the APS f-body kit airflow

i was thinking the same thing about helping with cooling the car better
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Old Mar 29, 2009 | 08:27 AM
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Originally Posted by Steve Burger
It allows you to remove all of the factory junk in the nose and free up a lot of room. It supports the nose and does not allow it to cave at speed. We make them with the correct CM tubing sizes to pass NHRA tech as a fuel cell enclosure. We also mount intercoolers, radiators. and fuel cells in them.
So... I could use this and just mount a large meth tank up front then instead?! hmm... Now only if I could get a custom, no-motor-plates-required k-member to go along with that!
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Originally Posted by ls1greg
So... I could use this and just mount a large meth tank up front then instead?! hmm... Now only if I could get a custom, no-motor-plates-required k-member to go along with that!
Motor plates are your friend. They make a lot of things easier.
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Old Mar 29, 2009 | 09:06 AM
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nice job, looks good
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Old Mar 29, 2009 | 09:26 AM
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Originally Posted by Steve Burger
Motor plates are your friend. They make a lot of things easier.
Be that as it may, but I still drive my car 5-10k miles each year, so ride comfort is damn near paramount. I can't imagine motor plates absorbing very many engine vibrations...
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Old Mar 29, 2009 | 10:45 AM
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I like it becasue I have no more bumper now and want at least some strength in the front. This looks like it's stronger than stock.

How do we order?
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Old Mar 29, 2009 | 12:24 PM
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http://www.burkhartchassis.com/

Just give them a call..............don't worry if they don't answer the first time, just leave a message and Chuck will call you back.
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Do you have a pic of the hole looking straight at it? It looks like you might be able to eliminate the entire APS air duct.
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what about the ron davis rad made it hard? and what is your clearence to the water pump look like.

and you said it can be made to fit. did you have to cut anything?
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Old Mar 30, 2009 | 07:56 AM
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We have a kit with ab AFCO rad, and remite mount mezier pump. this frees up a lot more room. Check the site for pics.
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