Let's Talk About Sub-Frame Connectors...

[Jnicho]

It was suggested I look into sub-frame connectors to stiffen up my vert. I see several places where it says 98 vert's will need modification to install most ready made SN95 SFC's. It's also appears that they are just heavy gauge square tubing with tabs for the seat bolts...has anyone made there own? I have a the tools/welder to fab them if they are not too involved...not really interested in fabricating something complex when I can buy it pre-made fairly inexpensively. Thoughts and advice on the subject appreciated.

 

[whiplash473]

i made mine out of square tube and my car doesnt flex at all..i can jack up one corner off the ground and still open/close my doors without the striker being off.....i'll upload a pic for you in a minute

 

[whiplash473]

apparently this is the only shot i have of the underside of my car..old pic tho

 

[Musturd]

I run mm ones on fox and thru floors on sn

 

[Musturd]

I'd just make some if I were you

 

[whiplash473]

finally found the other pic to show the flex..or lack of i guess......one jack stand ↓

 

[Musturd]

Yea I can jack my car up on the rear control arm perch car goes up evenly

 

[Magic]

Ive used the Maximum Motorsports Full Length Subframe Connectors on my old car and my Cobra.

Have a look at their install instructions to see if there are any extra steps for your car. I looked and didnt see anything specific for an non Cobra SN95 Convertible.
http://www.maximummotorsports.com/content/install/pdf/chass_stiff/MMFL-5.pdf

 

[Jnicho]

Good info as always guys...keep it coming. I have a MIG welder, acetylene torch, 14" metal cutoff saw and other goodies in my garage, so I think I can handle making my own...I just need some good photos or diagrams of how and where to attach them.

 

[Musturd]

Just make sure all tires are under load and on even ground

 

[Jnicho]

Just make sure all tires are under load and on even ground

Got it. I've read that several places and understand the car needs to be under load or you risk welding it in a "flexed" position which could really suck, LOL!

 

[v8powerv8jim]

I'm going to make some pretty soon using this as a guide - http://www.oldwestracing.com/index.html?http://www.oldwestracing.com/articles/subconn/subs.htm

 

[Jnicho]

I'm going to make some pretty soon using this as a guide - http://www.oldwestracing.com/index.html?http://www.oldwestracing.com/articles/subconn/subs.htm

I looked at that earlier today and it seemed overly complicated. Maybe I just need to spend some more time reading it and not just looking at the pictures, LOL!

 

[the5.ohh]

I want sbc's. I don't trust anyone by me to weld on my car. Fcukk. Anyone know a good place possibly in the tri state area

 

[whiplash473]

I want sbc's. I don't trust anyone by me to weld on my car. Fcukk. Anyone know a good place possibly in the tri state area

you can tell a good weld by looking at it..if someone didn't do a good job you'd be able to tell.....not like paying someone to do an oil change and you not actually knowing how much of what oil they put in..now what i mean?

 

[the5.ohh]

Gotchaa. The exhaust shop did a good job putting the new mufflers on and welding them. They also did 3 other cars from my family. Maybe they'd be able to do it. I'll have to ask them when I get my cutouts installed

 

[whiplash473]

good weld

bad weld

the good one is a tig weld but still...

 

[the5.ohh]

Thnx for the pic, I'll be lookin underneath my car soon lol

 

[John Nich]

I want sbc's. I don't trust anyone by me to weld on my car. Fcukk. Anyone know a good place possibly in the tri state area

I feel ya problem, I've been wanting subframe connectors installed in my car for the longest time, but don't know where it would be best to have them installed. Not too sure I'd want it done at a muffler shop.

 

[MustangChris]

whatever you choose, I suggest having a frame shop install them. they have the equipment to square up your frame before they start welding.