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Originally Posted by Avgasman
I'm really interested in upgrading the ride more than the handling of my Camaro. Something akin to a newish BMW would be my preference.
I missed the opportunity to install sub-frame connectors during my build and other than totally regretting it - I was considering adding them now but the option of installing a full continuous frame is much more appealing.
If all I was looking for was a modern day ride, flex-resistant chassis, and suspension compliance with your average roads, would the SPEC or Fast Track be my best option? I don't necessarily need the FT but I would consider it if it provided the best ride.
Is RS going to release any camber gain or bumpsteer data for either the SPEC or the FT?
What's the widest front tire you can run on a 1969 Camaro with both subframes?
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The SPEC and Fast Track are going to be pretty similiar in the ride quality department. I would definitely give the performance edge to the Fast Track chassis, but the SPEC is still now slouch. This car ran the Cars and Cones event a few weeks back and had several top 10 finishes in a field of 70+ cars. this was also its maiden voyage with absolutely zero autocross testing/tuning before hand.
The camber gain and bumpsteer numbers have been published on our Fast Track IFS for several years on our web site. I will have our engineers put together some numbers and graphs tomorrow and post them for those interested.
The simple, bolt-on full chassis strength and great ride quality are the focus of the SPEC Series chassis. If these are your main goals, I would definitely steer you in this direction. It is aimed at the guy that wants to jump in their car, enjoy the cruising aspects and the excitement of sports car handling while hitting an off ramp or a banked turn on a highway at 60 MPH. It will definitely hold its own in any autocross event where you are looking to have fun and be competitive. In most cases, the suspension will be more capable than the driver!
We have 2 68's with the SPEC chassis under them in the shop. Both will be running a 9" wheel with a 255 and 265 tire that allows for full lock to lock turning. I am thinking a 275 should fit, but have not tested one yet to be sure. We normally run 265 or 275 tires on the front of the Fast Track Camaros.