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Old Nov 14, 2007 | 12:31 AM
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I recently bought a 1998 Z28 that has about 55k miles on it now. I was wondering if it would be worthwhile to get sub-frame connectors to help prevent flexing and what not or if it is now pointless to do so.
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Old Nov 14, 2007 | 12:48 AM
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Sure it's worth it. SFC's are one of the many mods that don't get pointless with mileage
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Old Nov 14, 2007 | 01:08 AM
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Good to know. Thanks.
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Old Nov 14, 2007 | 01:14 AM
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Besides that 55K is nothing for these cars. She's just getting broke in! What else you have planned for her?
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Old Nov 14, 2007 | 01:21 AM
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sub-frame connectors i think are a must for our cars..not to mention especially for t-tops..i was lucky that i found mine with Slp one already in them..all my friends have driven my car and told me how my car is smoother than there's i think they stiffen the chassis and reduce flex
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Old Nov 14, 2007 | 01:36 AM
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Definately worth it! Santa better be bringing me some for christmas cuz i need them bad!
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Old Nov 14, 2007 | 09:45 AM
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just my opinion, go with BMR, i have the slp subframe connectors and there more weight then there worth. i dont like them at all. BMR is one of the better suspension brands out there.
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Old Nov 14, 2007 | 10:15 AM
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What about the sfcs that come from sam strano? They any good? Hes got a package deal where you get the 2pt sfcs and the stb for like $240??
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Old Nov 14, 2007 | 12:48 PM
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i have heard good things about Sam Strano, i have spoke to him numerous times in the past, he is a very easy going/ helpful guy (very very knowledge). they put some of his products on a T/A in Gm Tech magazine and they gave some great results. i would go with anything he offers hands down. and he is one of the sponsors aswell!
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Old Nov 14, 2007 | 12:53 PM
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The sooner you put them in...the stiffer your car will be...the longer you wait..the more "broke-in" the chassis will get...
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Old Nov 14, 2007 | 07:45 PM
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do we really need the 3 point sfc or is the long tubulor ones jus fine! i jus cant decide wh ich one to get!
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Old Nov 14, 2007 | 08:36 PM
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Originally Posted by waldershrek
Besides that 55K is nothing for these cars. She's just getting broke in! What else you have planned for her?
Right now I am saving up for SFCs and Loudmouth II exhaust. Thats all for now.
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Old Nov 14, 2007 | 10:16 PM
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global west tuck really well for good clearance if you plan on lowering ur car.
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Old Nov 14, 2007 | 10:37 PM
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I got some cheap used ones, and it was kinda worth it.

Shows you how crappy Sumitumo tires are.

I spin a bit in 3rd now (light chirp)
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Old Nov 14, 2007 | 10:38 PM
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I have the UMI weld in SFC's absolutely no ground clearance was lost with them. They were on the car when i bought it from my brother and I wish I would have gotten them for my Z when I had it.
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imma go with the bolt on ones from umi but not sure if i should get the 3 poit ones that are lik $300
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Old Nov 15, 2007 | 06:54 AM
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sfc's are great.. get umi 3 point sfc's, i have them and they are amazing!! great quality too.
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Old Nov 15, 2007 | 08:06 PM
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well **** i jus ordered the regular tubular ones form lm performance, the shipping was actually free!! but the 3 point one was a bit pricy for me
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Old Nov 15, 2007 | 08:11 PM
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Originally Posted by ae13291
well **** i jus ordered the regular tubular ones form lm performance, the shipping was actually free!! but the 3 point one was a bit pricy for me
nothing wrong with the tubular frames,not lot of difference between the 2 and 3 point in a DD.
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Old Nov 15, 2007 | 08:18 PM
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I love my UMI 3-pt ones- I finally got the tunnel brace that ties them all together, so it feels really tight and solid. Yeah, they add some weight, but it is all low and between the axles, not hanging off the end, so it isn't too bad.
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