We updated an historic pro-touring first-gen Camaro with a modern four-link rear suspension.
Even though leaf springs are a carryover from the horse-and-buggy days, they can pack more performance than you would expect. But even the best leaf spring arrangement is an exercise in compromise. The biggest issue is unpredictable geometry during hard cornering, where the rearend of the car gets forced from one side to the other. Add big power and leaf springs can have a hard time maintaining proper pinion angle. The faster you go, the more problems need to be dealt with.
All the plug-weld holes seen in the plates were used when it was time to start welding. In the early days you had to make your own, but these days they come pre-drilled. The upper link pockets were also perimeter-welded. During hard turning, enormous stress is placed on this area, so you want to make sure it is fully welded in place.It was then time to install the upper shock crossmember.
And here’s how it looked after we fabbed-up some triangular steel panels and closed-off the two pass-throughs. We’re using an aftermarket Fuel Safe bladdered fuel cell, but if you’re running a stock-shaped tank, keep in mind that it will need to be shaped to work with this exhaust routing. DSE does sell tanks with the right shape to accommodate this type of exhaust routing.and weld them to your own housing, but it’s sort of a pain to get right.
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