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Old 02-06-2008, 09:03 PM
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Question Any advice on best subframe connectors for ground clearance?

Getting ready for the next mod, the car needs subframe connectors. I want something that'll still keep good ground clearance and not be very visible under the car. I've seen a few sets that stuck out under the car and looked like crap.

Any advise on what brand to go with?
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I have BMR weld-in. Not very visible, excellent ground clearance.
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I have UMI square tube weld in. About 5/8" is visible of you bend over to look under the car. Just get black or whatever the color is under your car, they will blend in better.
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I heard that SLPs Weld-in are pretty good.
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I have UMI on my car and you wouldn't even know they are there. They bolt right in with no modifications necessary and the quality is awesome.
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i went with bmr weld-in for my convertible. can't see them unless you duck down and look under. then again, mine are black on a white car. i suppose if you went with bright red ones, you'd have a problem.

as for ground clearance... don't lower the car and you'll be fine. mine hang just a few mm lower than my exhaust. but when i do bottom out, i know the subframe connectors are taking the hit.
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I think I'm actually going with either Hotchkis or SLP, anyone have any input on either of them?

Hotchkis is cheaper but the SLP version looks like it'll be much stronger.
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I'm gonna end up with the SLP weld-ins. Which ever one you go with just opt for the weld-ins.
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Looks like you have your decision made, but I will throw my vote for UMI out there. I have used their products on both of my F-bodies, see sig, and they have been great quality at a great price.
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I have the SLP Bolt on SFC's. I also have them welded in. The bolt on ones come powder coated. They have about an inch of visibility. Here's a picture showing how much they hang down.
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Hello,

Please keep us in mind for your decision, we offer one of the longest list of available items when it comes to SFC's. Our tubular 2-Point version tucks tight into the floor and is not visible from the side of the vehicle. We have these available in a weld in version or a 100% bolt in. Please take a look at the link below.

http://www.umiperformance.com/produc...ategory_id=129

If you have any questions please ask. Thank you!
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Originally Posted by UMI Performance
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Our tubular 2-Point version tucks tight into the floor and is not visible from the side of the vehicle.



My buddy has these on his car and you can't even tell they are there
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Originally Posted by Z28/2002



My buddy has these on his car and you can't even tell they are there
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Originally Posted by UMI Performance
Hello,

Please keep us in mind for your decision, we offer one of the longest list of available items when it comes to SFC's. Our tubular 2-Point version tucks tight into the floor and is not visible from the side of the vehicle. We have these available in a weld in version or a 100% bolt in. Please take a look at the link below.

http://www.umiperformance.com/produc...ategory_id=129

If you have any questions please ask. Thank you!
Ryan
I think I probably will wind up going with you guys after all. I've found a ton more pics and the SLP's are very visible, like the pic above. The Hotchkis are decent too but they're similar and your prices are better. Be in touch soon!
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BMR here, tuck up real nice. In fact I didn't notice them when I bought the car.
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Originally Posted by jxaxsxoxn
I have UMI square tube weld in. About 5/8" is visible of you bend over to look under the car. Just get black or whatever the color is under your car, they will blend in better.
Same here with HOTCHKISS........... BOXED ....WELDED...

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My BMR weld-in connectors are 99.9% hidden. You really have to look to even tell they're there.
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Originally Posted by UMI Performance
Hello,

Please keep us in mind for your decision, we offer one of the longest list of available items when it comes to SFC's. Our tubular 2-Point version tucks tight into the floor and is not visible from the side of the vehicle. We have these available in a weld in version or a 100% bolt in. Please take a look at the link below.

http://www.umiperformance.com/produc...ategory_id=129

If you have any questions please ask. Thank you!
Ryan


Ok, I have a question. I just followed the link and looked at the sub frame connectors. I'm looking at the bolt in, simply because I don't have a welder, but still prefer doing the work myself.

So, what is the difference between the tubular style, and the 3-point style? Besides the price.

Thanks.
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Just get some soon. Looked at the mods in your sig. You really need to get them on asap.
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I have the UMI boxed SFC's on my car, they tuck up nice but you can see them a little bit if you're really looking. I like the quality of the pieces though, I'll most likely be going with UMI for the rest of my suspension stuff. If maximum ground clearance is what you want, a tubular SFC like the other guys suggested would be your best bet. The three point SFC also ties into the floorpan in the center of the vehicle to tie it together better.


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