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Old Nov 8, 2011 | 12:23 PM
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chassis reinforcement?

Has anyone done any chassis reinforcement on their cars?

I've got a fairly tame power goal of 300 to the wheels I'm wondering if theres really any need to reinforce the chassis with such a tame power goal

I've heard both sides that our chassis is beyond weak and that the car could easily support a lot of power without additional crap needed..any insight is appreciated
Old Nov 8, 2011 | 02:56 PM
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Originally Posted by dts130
I've heard both sides that our chassis is beyond weak and that the car could easily support a lot of power without additional crap needed
Bingo.

You won't be flexing your chassis any time soon
Old Nov 8, 2011 | 03:22 PM
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You'll flex it, but it won't be that noticeable. You'll most die/maimed/paralyxed in any medium/serious car crash though without a cage.
Old Nov 8, 2011 | 04:17 PM
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Thanks for the help...I'll be doing a little frame restoration this winter so I'll beef it up in places...I'm still debating the cage idea
Old Jan 2, 2012 | 06:59 AM
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Check out Bad Dog Auto Parts for frame rail reinforcements and a rear sub-frame for the Z cars. A roll cage would also help. Just some info to add to your research list.
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