04-28-2017, 02:16 PM | #1 |
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Max HP for convertible without frame modifications
I'm new to Camaros so please bear with me, I'm just beginning my research into my long term goals for my car.
I'm wondering how many ponies can the stock 2SS convertible frame handle without modification. Are they good to go or is there a limit? Also if they do require modification, what all is involved? I'm looking into forced air induction 600-700 whp and want to make sure it can handle it without excessive flex. Thanks, |
04-28-2017, 03:35 PM | #2 |
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http://www.lsrperformance.com/camaro-chassis.html
I'm doing their billet floor pan brace abd front suffrage brace fur added rigidity for the frame with being in the 600-700 hp range with forced induction. Outside of that a cage is the next step
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04-28-2017, 09:55 PM | #3 |
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Those look like some pretty easy mods, thanks!
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05-07-2017, 09:48 AM | #4 |
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I really don't see them doing too much, but on that note I do like there lighter and the 2nd version listed is for 3 inch exhaust plus they look pretty good for the money
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05-07-2017, 10:25 AM | #5 |
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The frames on 5th gen convt. are braced pretty well from the factory.
I've got 670 rwp with factory bracing and no issues but I don't race or track my car. If you plan to track the car there are options for additional bracing.
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05-26-2017, 11:02 PM | #6 |
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get a fairly easy bolt in RPM 6 point roll bar, if you move further then sub frame connectors. all not alot of money compared to the mods.
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05-28-2017, 10:49 AM | #7 |
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How much weight was added to the car with that roll bar
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06-07-2017, 06:01 PM | #8 |
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That roll bar was chrome moly so very light less than 100 my guess.
Also dynoed at 1007 RWHP. |
06-07-2017, 06:39 PM | #9 |
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The 5th Gen chassis is robust. NO BRACES NEEDED.
There are two NHTSA crash videos that I am having trouble linking to, but this is an in depth look at the structure of the 5th Gen. http://www.jpssonline.com/the-book-f...-2010-camaro-1 |
06-07-2017, 08:55 PM | #10 |
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Nice article thanks for posting
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03-18-2018, 10:56 PM | #12 |
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Crash impact is different from body flex, engineers put braces there for a reason.
I am running a supercharged iron block strokers, remade the cross braces which was quite simple to do. I found them stronger than using spacers. No body flex to date.
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