bolt-in vs. weld in sfc's?
06-24-2003, 11:55 PM
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bolt-in vs. weld in sfc's? I'm really getting overdue for putting subframe connectors on my car... I was almost set on going weld-in, until I saw several people running the bolt-ins just fine apparently. What kind of strength and performance issues would I be looking at by going the bolt in route... or are the two pretty much the same deal? I'm thinking it would be nice to be able to pull them out if I absolutely had to.
06-25-2003, 07:04 AM
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Re: bolt-in vs. weld in sfc's? On the other post, 2001camaroguy said:
That probably sums it up.....
I have the SLP subframes. They are a bit bulky compared to the tubular versions but they really are nice. I can slap a jack anywhere along the subframe, drag them over speed bumps (done A LOT of time...), and they keep the car really stiff.
I do agree the welding (if your not worried about resell) is the only way to go. I bolted my SLPs on first and drive around for a while. Then I went back and welded them and it really made a difference.
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mods: its "stock"...ignore the lope.....they all sound like that...
I do agree the welding (if your not worried about resell) is the only way to go. I bolted my SLPs on first and drive around for a while. Then I went back and welded them and it really made a difference.
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Chris
2001 Camaro Z28, MM6 400rwhp/385rwtq
mods: its "stock"...ignore the lope.....they all sound like that...
That probably sums it up.....
06-25-2003, 10:46 PM
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Re: bolt-in vs. weld in sfc's? Doh! 
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06-25-2003, 10:51 PM
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Re: bolt-in vs. weld in sfc's? Hey trackbird, where in Columbus are you? I've got family and my old roommate transferred to OSU so I go up there every now and again...
06-26-2003, 06:07 AM
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Re: bolt-in vs. weld in sfc's? West side....not like it's a big place.
I was at Road Atlanta a year ago (or so) for a NASA American Iron race, I was handling crew chief duties for a friend....But I don't get down that way very much. If you are heading this way, drop me a line....
Kevin
I was at Road Atlanta a year ago (or so) for a NASA American Iron race, I was handling crew chief duties for a friend....But I don't get down that way very much. If you are heading this way, drop me a line....
Kevin
