Subframe Connectors

MidNiteBlu 5.0 · 05-01-2002, 12:55 AM

Ok well while i had my car up off the ground when i installed the new Steeda clutch cable, quadrant, and firewall adjuster i noticed that the kinda flexes alot so I think that i want subframe connectors. Also i know someone whose life was basically saved by them when he wrapped his car around a pole.

Anyways I know i want the weld in kind but im not sure what bradn makes good ones. i have been looking at Maximum Motorsports and Steeda. I have always liked MM's products and now they seem to be getting more recognition as great products. My dad suggested seat supports on them which I believe MM has.

If anyone has any suggestions feel free

Later,
Nick

Spyder · 05-01-2002, 02:25 AM

As far as safety goes it depends on the type and severity of the collision. You’re strengthening the passenger / patient compartment, but you’re also increasing the forces transferred to the people inside. Like I said, it depends.

They do make a significant difference in handling. I’ve dealt with MM before and highly recommend them.

joe4speed · 05-01-2002, 03:55 AM

I have steeda connectors.. I'll recommend them as well... very good, makes a huge difference in rigidity!

MidNiteBlu 5.0 · 05-01-2002, 11:21 AM

Hey thanks for the replys. i am thinking about the MM ones along with buying thier strut tower brace. I have always read about MM in thier ads and i know JBA (who is about 5 minutes away from my house) recommends them.

Thanks

Pro-AMT · 05-01-2002, 11:33 AM

I have Kenny Brown Super- subs that are zinc plated for improved corrosion resistance. Which ever way you go get or add seat braces as it helps spread the load and strengthens a weak spot in the Mustang floor.

After I did mine I found this site on the web. Just something to consider if you are or know a welder. If I had it to redo I would probably go for full length (firewall to rear frame) instead of the more common 48" ones as the install is the nearly the same and you get even more rigidity.
do-it-yourself subs (then click on "articles")

Jeb_Bush_2000 · 05-01-2002, 12:06 PM

HPM, baby.

Zinc-coated, contoured to better fit the floorpan, with welded-on seat braces. $99.

1984 GT · 05-01-2002, 12:36 PM

MAC's work great for me.

Coupe5oh · 05-01-2002, 03:06 PM

Yea macs are what i have, they are cheap and do the job, i noticed a good difference, especially using sticky tires, but that just put more pressure on my stock suspension which is the next thing i need to upgrade, i wish i had gotten full lenght subs, but these are good enough, i didnt want seat support because i have reinforced floorpans.

1BAD89 · 05-01-2002, 04:33 PM

BBK (they have the seat braces also).

05-01-2002, 12:55 AM	#1
MidNiteBlu 5.0 I got something to say Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 1,557	Subframe Connectors Ok well while i had my car up off the ground when i installed the new Steeda clutch cable, quadrant, and firewall adjuster i noticed that the kinda flexes alot so I think that i want subframe connectors. Also i know someone whose life was basically saved by them when he wrapped his car around a pole. Anyways I know i want the weld in kind but im not sure what bradn makes good ones. i have been looking at Maximum Motorsports and Steeda. I have always liked MM's products and now they seem to be getting more recognition as great products. My dad suggested seat supports on them which I believe MM has. If anyone has any suggestions feel free Later, Nick __________________ 91 LX Hatch 5.0 - made for the twisties 89 LX Hatchback 5.0 5spd. stolen/stripped 4/7/05 http://www.mustangworks.com/cgi-bin/...splay.cgi?3494 1987 Toyota Pickup Ricer Haters Club Member #33 Want a custom gauge cluster for your Vintage Mustang? www.jmeenterprises.com

05-01-2002, 02:25 AM	#2
Spyder Registered Member Join Date: Aug 1999 Location: NY Posts: 12	As far as safety goes it depends on the type and severity of the collision. You’re strengthening the passenger / patient compartment, but you’re also increasing the forces transferred to the people inside. Like I said, it depends. They do make a significant difference in handling. I’ve dealt with MM before and highly recommend them. __________________ 91' GT Conv. 87' GT project NYS EMT-D

05-01-2002, 03:55 AM	#3
joe4speed He said Member...heh, heh Join Date: Sep 1999 Location: Jupiter, Florida U.S.A. Posts: 3,718	I have steeda connectors.. I'll recommend them as well... very good, makes a huge difference in rigidity! __________________ *Joe!* 1988 GT, 13.58@101mph Check out my listing! Click here! Or my website:www.joe4speed.com

05-01-2002, 11:21 AM	#4
MidNiteBlu 5.0 I got something to say Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 1,557	Hey thanks for the replys. i am thinking about the MM ones along with buying thier strut tower brace. I have always read about MM in thier ads and i know JBA (who is about 5 minutes away from my house) recommends them. Thanks __________________ 91 LX Hatch 5.0 - made for the twisties 89 LX Hatchback 5.0 5spd. stolen/stripped 4/7/05 http://www.mustangworks.com/cgi-bin/...splay.cgi?3494 1987 Toyota Pickup Ricer Haters Club Member #33 Want a custom gauge cluster for your Vintage Mustang? www.jmeenterprises.com

05-01-2002, 03:06 PM	#8
Coupe5oh Registered Member Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: SanAntonio, Tx Posts: 734	Yea macs are what i have, they are cheap and do the job, i noticed a good difference, especially using sticky tires, but that just put more pressure on my stock suspension which is the next thing i need to upgrade, i wish i had gotten full lenght subs, but these are good enough, i didnt want seat support because i have reinforced floorpans. __________________ Police package 5spd 90 Lx, Stock original motor, 3.27grs, BM fan, fms 10.5 clutch, D&D quadrant, and adjuster, ADS chip, 180 stat, mac cai, mac h-pipe, mac subframe connectors, ASP crank pulley, ripper shifter, 26x10.5 M/T sport pros welds. 246 hp according to analyzer Race weight: 3,120 E.t-13.57 with 26x10.50's e.t. streets. 1.88 60' mph- 99.92 mph

05-01-2002, 11:33 AM	#5
Pro-AMT Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2002 Posts: 10	I have Kenny Brown Super- subs that are zinc plated for improved corrosion resistance. Which ever way you go get or add seat braces as it helps spread the load and strengthens a weak spot in the Mustang floor. After I did mine I found this site on the web. Just something to consider if you are or know a welder. If I had it to redo I would probably go for full length (firewall to rear frame) instead of the more common 48" ones as the install is the nearly the same and you get even more rigidity. do-it-yourself subs (then click on "articles")

05-01-2002, 12:06 PM	#6
Jeb_Bush_2000 Registered Member Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Taxachusetts Posts: 374	HPM, baby. Zinc-coated, contoured to better fit the floorpan, with welded-on seat braces. $99.

05-01-2002, 12:36 PM	#7
1984 GT Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Gainesville, Fl Posts: 59	MAC's work great for me.

05-01-2002, 04:33 PM	#9
1BAD89 Tubbed and Juiced Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: Tulsa, Oklahoma Posts: 1,861	BBK (they have the seat braces also).

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