Installation and parts replacement manual for torquearm. Slide the torque arm off of the rear housing by sliding it towards the drivers. I have dents in my transmission tunnel where the tailshaft smacked into the tunnel when the oem mount broke. Chevy camaro z28 bmr adjustable torque arm install 1scya. Bmr suspension torque installation on two guys garage bmr suspension. Americanmuscle on youtube connect with us on instagram ford, ford mustang, mustang gt, svt cobra, mach 1 mustang, shelby gt 500, cobra r, bullitt mustang, sn95, s197, v6 mustang, fox body mustang, and 5. May 12, 2006 i like all the umi parts i have on my car my spohn adjustable torque arm.
Torque arm, control arm, panhard bar, sway bar replacement. But here is one that i think you guys are going to like. Just like the sway bar links when running a smaller wheel. Torque arm suspension systems chevy high performance magazine. This is the best option for high horsepower builds that are beyond what can be safely done with a factory chassis.
Includes floor hugging crossmember for front mount. Arm64 processor problematic specs to avoid for include 4gb128gb ssd, you dont want anything less than 8gb512gb ssd is you plan on doing anything more than just open the program, print a file, then close it. Spohn recognizes the importance of parts like the adjustable torque arm that. Videos you watch may be added to the tvs watch history and influence tv recommendations. Zampini industrial group industrial tool division established 1987 85 industrial circle suite 2211 lincoln, ri 02865 united states of america. Raise vehicle and support with jack stands under the frame allowing the rear suspension to fall to its furthest position. Ran into a problem installing new rear upper front. Steves adjustable torque arm relocates the torque arm mount off the transmission tailshaft and onto the transmission crossmember. Spohn kits makes the th400 swap an easy bolt right in installation. The straight spohn arm is close when the car is lifted and the wheels drop down but opens back up when set back down. Umi or spohn discussion in 4th gen camaro lt1 19931997 camaro started by 93blackz, may 12. Each relocation kit is designed to fit a specific transmission and will work with virtually any stockstyle aftermarket torque arm, as well as with the factory torque arm. This spohn torque arm is a beautiful piece of work, i was really impressed. Torque arm suspension systems chevy high performance.
The straight spohn arm is close when the car is lifted and the wheels drop down but opens back up. Nov 01, 2008 chevy camaro z28 bmr adjustable torque arm install 1scya. Spohn adjustable control arms page 2 srt hellcat forum. When i originally bought my suspension kit from mm we discuss upgrading later with the torque arm and this is how mm explain it to me. Hello, has anyone installed and tested speedtechs torque arm suspension. Remove all 3 bolts that hold the torque arm front mount to the transmission and remove the entire torquearm and front mount. If you are using a 3rd party torque arm that is made from thinner 18 3mm metal plate, then wed recommend doubling up and. The front torque arm connection, referred to as a slidinglink, comes standard with a steelsleeved poly bushing. Next place angle finder on the flat surface where the torque arm mounts to the rear end.
Chevy camaro z28 bmr adjustable torque arm install gm high. Big problem with spohn torque arm, crossmember and driveshaft. Install torque arm and adapter plates using the long reducer bolts. Contact the manufacturer for the most up to date specifications. To be fair, it still hits on the transmission tunnel next to the drivers side rear seat. Spohn performance chassis, suspension, drivetrain car. A torque cluster consists of one head node and many compute nodes. Chassisworks protouring torque arm system can be adapted to fit just about any muscle car, street rod, truck, or custom car project. Spohn performance put their experienced team to work and developed products like the cross member mounted and adjustable torque arm that can be easily installed because it is a bolt on system and provides an adjustable pinion angle and available for a potpourri of vehicles. Chassisworks protouring torquearm system can be adapted to fit just about any muscle car, street rod, truck, or custom car project.
When adjusting the panhard bar, also loosen the torque arm crossmember mounting bolts so the front of the torque arm can shuffle along with the axle as it moves sideways in the chassis. With the grip in a box setup that i have i would handle almost as good as my fathers 2003 z06, mm said once i added the torque arm i would be about to out handle the z06. For a daily driver with stock horsepower, this isnt a problem, but when you. Here i am showing how to remove the stock torque arm and install a umi performance. I know that bmr had some arm failures on high hp cars. With the vehicle an normal ride level all four wheels on ground or lift place angle finder on the drive shaft and record the angle indicated. Manufacturer of billet engine mounts torque solution. Umi performance torque arm relocation kits are designed to remove the front mounting point of the torque arm off of the transmission and protect the tailshaft from damage. Note that some companies do not specify torque for certain components or parts. The torque arm can bear tensile stress as well as thrust loads. Here are all the goodies, both spohn upper arms, the razor edge trailing lower arm, kw adj. Launch the software licensing too l requires active login the following.
I have used the basic lower control arm, panhard rod, torque arm, and coil over setup on 4th gen fbodies making well over rwhp, and maintained a civil ride, handling charateristics, and was able to dead hook the power. Search torque arm spohn performance support center. Our rear torque arm mounting bolts for the 19822002 fbody camaro and firebird are longer than oem to accommodate for the thicker mounting plates of the rear mounting bracket on aftermarket torque arms, this allows for full thread engagement through the nut. Nov 08, 2014 i know its been a while since i last uploaded a video. Torque arm glink suspensions chris alstons chassisworks. If not using a dodge torque arm motor mount, install motor and vbelt drive so belt will approximately be at right angles to the centerline between driven and input shaft. What is the difference between single adjustable, double adjustable and r series type shocks. The hypro torque arm pto kit 3430 0540 is used when you want to drive your hypro roller pump with the pto shaft of a tractor, as the kit attaches your roller pump directly onto the pto shaft of a tractor you still require a pump and a pto adaptor quick coupler. We need to use a moser center section housing center to do the job. Ran into a problem installing new rear upper front position.
Fbody torque arm, camaro, firebird, trans am available for 12 boltstock or ford 9 rearends. Improvements to the stock suspension can be targeted to road racing or drag racing. Both versions feature a billet steel eye mount which is inserted in a greased bore in. Torque arm kit the tcp torque arm is a bolton, pinion angle adjustable, traction device that can be used with our rear pushrod or factory leaf spring suspensions. The length of the torque arm can be adjusted within a certain range. Umi performance torque arm relocation kits free shipping. The company is headed by the fatherson team of gordon and steve spohn. Why do you ask what type of rear end i have when ordering a torque arm.
One of the key features of bmrs torque arm suspension systemwhich includes a torque arm, coilovers, a watts link, and lower control armsis the ease of installation. I have a 68 firebird and i am seriously considering either the torque arm or 4 link suspension. If you want a monza vega torque arm rear i can do that also but the price will be alot more for a close to direct bolt in on the torque arm rear. It really made a huge difference in terms of traction. Chris alstons chassisworks, inc chassisworks torque. The 402 style torque arm crossmember will normally work with factory. The ic of a torque arm suspension is located at the intersection of a vertical line through the torque arm contact point and another line through the pivot points of the lower links.
The camaro was designed to have a performance suspension for high gforce handling from a stock sport vehicle but there are many upgrades available if you want better cornering or off the line traction. Pro torque converter, 15 conversion with weld beadlocks, legmaker carbon fiber cold air intake, killer chiller with aluminum 2 gallon reservoir, metco 2. Can you explain how to set and adjust pinion angle. Adjusting spohn suspension parts and more questions. If you have ever listened to my sound byte called zero to 65, you will hear a very slow shift to second gear. Torque solution products in action at sebring on a porsche gt3 rs if playback doesnt begin shortly, try restarting your device.
The bmr torque arm suspension is designed to deliver just that. Similar to traction bars, the arm converts torque to downward force at the tires, but has the benefit of providing improved traction during both straight line and cornering acceleration. Remove the two bolts that mount the torque arm to the rear housing. This reduces forces from the axle onto the transmission tailshaft. Apr 26, 2009 i had rather build a suitable torque arm suspension for a thrid of the costs and alot less cutting on the car. Torque arm options and accessories 6 options and accessories 6.
Replace your flimsy factory torque arm with a durable spohn tubular version and put the power where it belongs the pavement. Shop the industrys largest selection of torque arms at. Remove both large bolts that attach the factory torque arm to the rear end. Umi performance torque arm relocation kits replace your transmission crossmember with a new, stronger setup with a builtin torque arm mount. Installing a 2nd torque arm will be tricky if you have a hub where the cable exits the end of the axle, as youll need to cut the connectors off the wire and then reattach them. Customfit modern suspension technology and toptier manufacturing quality are no longer exclusive to the small group of popular and pricey mainstream vehicle models. Spohn torque arm install the michigan fbody association. With a drag oriented car you prob care less about any vibrations from having the angle off during regular driving and more about having it properly aligned when launching the car. Sep 02, 2004 similar threads adjusting spohn suspension forum date. Torque arm install, fbody camaro, firebird, trans am.
Installation instructions on the bmrs call for dropping the cradle, and guys who have installed the spohns just cut the factory bolt, and install with the nuts on the opposite side. Torque arm clips custom a complete 4x2 rear frame with suspension. Bmr suspension torque installation on two guys garage. Installation and parts replacement manual for torquearm txt.
Remove all 3 bolts that hold the torque arm front mount to the transmission and remove the entire torque arm and front mount. Pro street 1968 camaro rocks england with 2,400 horsepower. Installing torque resource manager adaptive computing. Apr 24, 2012 one of the key features of bmrs torque arm suspension systemwhich includes a torque arm, coilovers, a watts link, and lower control armsis the ease of installation. Spohn torque arm rear mounting hardware kit 19822002 gm fbody. Similar threads adjusting spohn suspension forum date. According to the instructions sent with my spohn ta.
If you want serious performance, handling, and traction when youre at the dragstrip, autox, or road racing. General motors tailshaft mounted design works great for a stockdriven vehicle. We have everything from adjustable torque arms for your fbody camaro and firebird to control arms for your abody chevelle and malibu to adjustable front track bars for your dodge ram truck. I have no idea why someone said those are needed, that was probably a waste. Full length transmission mounted adjustable torque arm for the 19822002 fbody. So, as ed pointed out, if you lower the rear pivots for the lower links or, for that matter, raise the front pivots, the ic will move up. February, 2002 ive installed the steve spohn suspension onto the trans am back in 2000. I know its been a while since i last uploaded a video.
Its a lot less area, though, and i can deal with it. I had rather build a suitable torque arm suspension for a thrid of the costs and alot less cutting on the car. Adjusting spohn suspension parts and more questions camaro. Chris alstons chassisworks, inc chassisworks torque arm. Dotcio provides software and software licensing services to students, faculty, and staff. Spohns 27,000 square foot manufacturing facility is conveniently located on rt. Spohn torque arm rear mounting hardware kit 19822002 gm. Since 1999 we have committed our efforts to the design and manufacture of suspension, chassis and drivetrain components. Chevy camaro z28 bmr adjustable torque arm install gm. Spohns proseries torque arm is a simple bolt in installation, but. Pro touring torque arm rear suspension customfit modern suspension technology and toptier manufacturing quality are no longer exclusive to the small group of popular and pricey mainstream vehicle models. Tom, always as long as i have vega housings to cut and use i can build the rears to fit stock applications for 19711974 vegas. If not using a dodge torquearm motor mount, install motor and vbelt drive so belt will approximately be at right angles to the centerline between driven and input shaft.
How to install your maximum motorsports torquearm on your. Classic industries offers a wide selection of chevrolet camaro parts, including chevrolet camaro interior parts and soft trim, chevrolet camaro exterior sheet metal, chevrolet camaro moldings, chevrolet camaro emblems, chevrolet camaro weatherstrip and unique accessories, to nearly every nut and bolt needed for installation. Torque arm, control arm, panhard bar, sway bar replacement parts. These transmissionmounted torque arms are easily installed by bolting them in the existing mounting holes. The install is pretty simple, and would have been even simpler had i been putting it on the stock rear end. Umi performance torque arm relocation kits free shipping on.
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