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15SSRS · 04-28-2017, 02:16 PM

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,

Cool AirZ28 · 04-28-2017, 03:35 PM

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

15SSRS · 04-28-2017, 09:55 PM

Those look like some pretty easy mods, thanks!

Moreair1 · 05-07-2017, 09:48 AM

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

Bowtie-Bri · 05-07-2017, 10:25 AM

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.

Allanski · 05-26-2017, 11:02 PM

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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Ace0751 · 05-28-2017, 10:49 AM

How much weight was added to the car with that roll bar

Allanski · 06-07-2017, 06:01 PM

That roll bar was chrome moly so very light less than 100 my guess.
Also dynoed at 1007 RWHP.

JusticePete · 06-07-2017, 06:39 PM

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

Moreair1 · 06-07-2017, 08:55 PM

Nice article thanks for posting

zlwhine · 03-13-2018, 02:33 PM

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Originally Posted by Allanski

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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I've been looking for something like this for my car. Do you know what company makes that or where I can purchase a 6 point roll bar like that?

Pro-tuned · 03-18-2018, 10:56 PM

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.

04-28-2017, 02:16 PM	#1
15SSRS Drives: 2015 2SS RS Convertible Join Date: Apr 2017 Location: Michigan Posts: 23	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
Cool AirZ28 Drives: 2013 Black Camaro 2SS/RS Convert. Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Sauk Village, Illinois Posts: 506 View My Garage	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 __________________ 2013 Camaro 2SS/RS-Smoked tail lights and side markers, HID log lights, & LED lighting inside/outside the car, SJM LED Cupholder, SJM full dashboard ABL lighting, ZL1 Rockers, 1LE Splitter, Showstopper LED Mirrors, Showstopper LED Side Markers, & Showstopper Heat Extractor Hood, 20" Niche Concourse ZL1 Styled wheels 20X8.5 & 20X10 with 275/40/20 & 315/35/20 Nitto Invos, Black Gorilla Lug Nuts/Locks, Black Billet Elite Camaro License Plate Holder, and Hydro Dipped Speedo/Shifter/AC-Heat Bezels.

05-07-2017, 09:48 AM	#4
Moreair1 Drives: 2011 ss convertible Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: Colorado Posts: 1,329 View My Garage	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 __________________ Cai intake and a few other mods😎

05-07-2017, 10:25 AM	#5
Bowtie-Bri Drives: 2013 Camaro 2SS RS Convt. Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: West MI (Home of the Tulips) Posts: 961 View My Garage	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. __________________ 2013 Nickey Stage II Camaro SS Convertible #10.Black w/ Red leather interior. No Weeds Elec. Diverters, CNC ported heads, custom grind cam, upgraded fuel injectors, ZL-1 fuel pump, V-Max ported TB, Red Magnuson Super Charger with rear cog drive, upgraded rear axles good for 1400Hp, 3:45 gears, Tremec 6 spd., Pedders adj. coil overs, Phadt ZL-spec swaybars, 800Hp at the crank, 670RWHP, 613ft.lbs. torq. @ 11lbs. boost. SOLD!!!

05-28-2017, 10:49 AM	#7
Ace0751 GEN5 Detail Drives: 2011 Synergy Series 2SS Convertible Join Date: Sep 2014 Location: Northeast, OH Posts: 1,986	How much weight was added to the car with that roll bar __________________ Roto-Fab CAI, Borla ATAK Exhaust System, Stainless Power Headers, RX Performance Catch Can, ACS T4 Splitter, Oracle side markers, Dyno Tuned by RDP Motorsports

04-28-2017, 09:55 PM	#3
15SSRS Drives: 2015 2SS RS Convertible Join Date: Apr 2017 Location: Michigan Posts: 23	Those look like some pretty easy mods, thanks!

05-26-2017, 11:02 PM	#6
Allanski Drives: Car Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Burlington Ontario Canada Posts: 750 View My Garage	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.

06-07-2017, 06:01 PM	#8
Allanski Drives: Car Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Burlington Ontario Canada Posts: 750 View My Garage	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
JusticePete Drives: Camaro Justice Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Virginia Posts: 20,174	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
Moreair1 Drives: 2011 ss convertible Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: Colorado Posts: 1,329 View My Garage	Nice article thanks for posting __________________ Cai intake and a few other mods😎

03-18-2018, 10:56 PM	#12
Pro-tuned Angewendet Ingenieur Drives: 14 Camaro ZL1 Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: USA Posts: 401	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. __________________ ———— LQ9, Iron Block, Forged internals, 408CI, Jannetty custom cam, TS short block, Whipple, Hardened Jackshaft, PRC 260, 2X3 Dynatech Full Competition, HF Cats, CAI, NW 103, Chee, ID 1300, COPO Breather, MSD, Fore Dual Pump, ultratorque, E85, dual Meth, True Trac, 3:45, 1500hp axle-shafts, DSS CF, BMR, custom Pearl/Candy paint by Jaidah.