Suspension upgrades

TCL · 04-24-2020, 01:49 PM

I’m about to do my suspension upgrades and I wanna ask those of you that already did or have the knowledge. I know it’s been talked about before but just wanted a update on the info. I have a 17 camaro SS A8. What do you guys recommend best suspension mods for drag racing and also what’s best for tracking. Thank you.

kropscamaro16 · 04-24-2020, 01:50 PM

yyz springs ftw

TCL · 04-24-2020, 02:00 PM

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yyz springs ftw

Is that for drag or track?

TCL · 04-24-2020, 02:08 PM

I just wanted to eliminate all the unnecessary parts that i don’t really need and save me some money

arpad_m · 04-24-2020, 02:24 PM

I chose the BMR rear cradle lockout kit for $360 (they did a promo) and that's it. The car is tangibly more composed and I can carry more speed into turns. My car has MRC.

Now I'm sure there is much more one can do, but I considered this the cost vs benefit sweet spot, by far, for the lowly amateur I am.

TRZ06 · 04-24-2020, 02:52 PM

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Originally Posted by arpad_m

I chose the BMR rear cradle lockout kit for $360 (they did a promo) and that's it. The car is tangibly more composed and I can carry more speed into turns. My car has MRC.

Now I'm sure there is much more one can do, but I considered this the cost vs benefit sweet spot, by far, for the lowly amateur I am.

THIS!!, with a caveat... I have the 1LE with MRC, which is great, but I don't know how good non MRC shocks are on the 6th Gen.

The solid rear cradle bushings OR lock-out kit is a solid upgrade though that is definitely felt.

Is there a specific area you are looking to improve or you feel is lacking? The beauty of the Alpha chassis is it doesn't need much in any sub-model form, its an amazing chassis out of the box.

kropscamaro16 · 04-24-2020, 02:59 PM

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Originally Posted by TCL

Is that for drag or track?

both!

https://wildhammermotorsports.com/16...ll-race-parts/

TCL · 04-24-2020, 08:40 PM

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Originally Posted by kropscamaro16

both!

https://wildhammermotorsports.com/16...ll-race-parts/

ok,thanks

TCL · 04-24-2020, 08:44 PM

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Originally Posted by arpad_m

I chose the BMR rear cradle lockout kit for $360 (they did a promo) and that's it. The car is tangibly more composed and I can carry more speed into turns. My car has MRC.

Now I'm sure there is much more one can do, but I considered this the cost vs benefit sweet spot, by far, for the lowly amateur I am.

thanks, because I see a lot ppl changing trailing arms, control arms, toe rods, etc. I just wanted to have a idea whats really matter most and not a waste of money.

TCL · 04-24-2020, 08:52 PM

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Originally Posted by TRZ06

THIS!!, with a caveat... I have the 1LE with MRC, which is great, but I don't know how good non MRC shocks are on the 6th Gen.

The solid rear cradle bushings OR lock-out kit is a solid upgrade though that is definitely felt.

Is there a specific area you are looking to improve or you feel is lacking? The beauty of the Alpha chassis is it doesn't need much in any sub-model form, its an amazing chassis out of the box.

No specific area. I recently start drag race my car so since the track is close I want to do some improvements. My car is A8 1ss. What about if I do lockout kit and the springs only. Would that be enough?

TRZ06 · 04-24-2020, 09:57 PM

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Originally Posted by TCL

No specific area. I recently start drag race my car so since the track is close I want to do some improvements. My car is A8 1ss. What about if I do lockout kit and the springs only. Would that be enough?

Not sure, I am into the bends and twisties, not really into drag racing. I'm sure others can chime in.

JCunningham · 04-30-2020, 12:02 PM

https://www.gmperformancemotor.com/P..._Code=84341929

xqwisit23 · 05-04-2020, 02:00 PM

Would you order new F&R BMR sway bars with the rear cradle lock out kit? My 2SS has MRC. I'm getting back into a sports car after many years away and my previous cars all had springs/sway bars done to them. Maybe MRC is more capable. I do not track my car. Daily driver and drives in the mountains on nice weekends.

TRZ06 · 05-04-2020, 02:59 PM

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Originally Posted by xqwisit23

Would you order new F&R BMR sway bars with the rear cradle lock out kit? My 2SS has MRC. I'm getting back into a sports car after many years away and my previous cars all had springs/sway bars done to them. Maybe MRC is more capable. I do not track my car. Daily driver and drives in the mountains on nice weekends.

I don't think it is necessary, unless you are wanting it to corner flatter and to alter the understeer/oversteer balance.

The rear cradle mod will tame the rear-end from dancing on you on the lateral plane.

04-24-2020, 01:49 PM	#1
TCL Drives: 2017 Camaro SS/ Nightfall gray Join Date: Sep 2016 Location: Saint Augustine,Florida Posts: 33	Suspension upgrades I’m about to do my suspension upgrades and I wanna ask those of you that already did or have the knowledge. I know it’s been talked about before but just wanted a update on the info. I have a 17 camaro SS A8. What do you guys recommend best suspension mods for drag racing and also what’s best for tracking. Thank you.

04-24-2020, 01:50 PM	#2
kropscamaro16 Drives: 2016 1ss camaro Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: 909 Posts: 9,813	yyz springs ftw __________________ 16 1SS NIGHTFALL GRAY METALLIC WITH NPP #BECAUSERACECAR #SAVETHEMANUALS

04-24-2020, 02:24 PM	#5
arpad_m Drives: 2018 Camaro 2SS A8 Join Date: Jul 2017 Location: East Tennessee Posts: 11,594 View My Garage	I chose the BMR rear cradle lockout kit for $360 (they did a promo) and that's it. The car is tangibly more composed and I can carry more speed into turns. My car has MRC. Now I'm sure there is much more one can do, but I considered this the cost vs benefit sweet spot, by far, for the lowly amateur I am. __________________ 2018 Camaro 2SS — G7E MX0 NPP F55 IO6 735 rwhp \| 665 rwtq Magnuson TVS 2300 80mm pulley \| Kooks 1 7/8" LT headers \| JRE smooth idle terminator cam \| LT4 FS & injectors \| TSP forged pistons & rods JMS PowerMAX \| DSX flex fuel kit \| Roto-Fab CAI \| Soler 95mm LT5 TB \| 1LE wheels \| 1LE brakes \| BMR rear cradle lockout \| JRE custom tune 1100 - 1/30/18 \| 2000 - 1/31/18 3000 - 2/06/18 TPW 2/26/18 3400 - 2/19/18 \| 3800 - 2/26/18 4300 - 2/27/18 \| 4B00 - 3/01/18 4200 - 3/05/18 \| 4800 - 3/14/18 5000 - 3/16/18 \| 6000 - 3/19/18

04-30-2020, 12:02 PM	#12
JCunningham Drives: 2017 2SS M6 Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: WNY Posts: 7,070	https://www.gmperformancemotor.com/P..._Code=84341929 __________________ real ZL1 wheels and brakes, 285/305 Michelin Pilot Super Sports, Pray ported Intake manifold, Soler Throttle Body, Rotofab intake, EFI Tuning Flex fuel kit, full American Racing Headers Exhaust, 1 7/8" w/ cats H pipe and mufflers. Full 1LE suspension, with BMR adjustable sway bars and links, GM aluminum cradle bushings, Hurst shifter with lighter reverse spring, TWM shifter knob, Tick level 1 transmission. I should have bought a ZL1

04-24-2020, 02:08 PM	#4
TCL Drives: 2017 Camaro SS/ Nightfall gray Join Date: Sep 2016 Location: Saint Augustine,Florida Posts: 33	I just wanted to eliminate all the unnecessary parts that i don’t really need and save me some money

05-04-2020, 02:00 PM	#13
xqwisit23 Drives: 2019 Camaro 2SS Vert Join Date: Apr 2020 Location: BC, Canada Posts: 174	Would you order new F&R BMR sway bars with the rear cradle lock out kit? My 2SS has MRC. I'm getting back into a sports car after many years away and my previous cars all had springs/sway bars done to them. Maybe MRC is more capable. I do not track my car. Daily driver and drives in the mountains on nice weekends.

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