? about subframe connectors...

Discussion in 'General Maverick/Comet' started by T.L., Oct 8, 2003.

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  1. Earl Branham

    Earl Branham Certified Old Fart

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    I installed mine that way. Just be sure the car is level, front to rear and side to side, and they will work just fine.

    Earl
     
    Earl Branham, Nov 6, 2003
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  2. bossmav

    bossmav Drag racing nut

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    Well I got to get in on this. First Dan thanks for shipping me one of the last sets you had. Second if anyone can't wait till Dan has a chance to make some more I have a set of South Side Machine Lift sub frame connectors I will sell for $75.00 plus shipping.

    If you are wondering why I didn't use the SSM connectors they are heavier then Dans (very solid) and I already have a roll cage, got to keep my race car lite.

    Let me know if you want them!

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  3. Killercomet

    Killercomet Member MCCI

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    Just thought id get in this as well and say that the DS subframes are great.I would also like to add that the correct way to install them would be to have the car jacked up and all the wieght of the car must be set on all 4 corners as it were loaded on the ground.Jack stands under rear housing and in the front i put them under the lower control arms closest to the wheels.
     
    Killercomet, Nov 8, 2003
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  4. TFinlay

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    Sub frame connectors too!

    I could use a set as well - for a '76 4 door (if the two inch longer wheelbase makes a difference).

    Tom in Deer Island, Oregon
     
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  5. TFinlay

    TFinlay New Member

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    Is there much of a difference between the SSM connectors and the ones Dan makes, and the span between the sub frames on a two door and a four door, if you or anyone else here knows? (I have a four door.)

    Tom in Deer Island, Oregon...
     
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  6. Dan Starnes

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    Well I dunno if my subframe connectors will fit a 4dr. Since there are no maverick/comets around me at all, I have no way to know. If anyone has info, please post.
    thanks
    Dan
     
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    I have bought the parting out rights to a '73 2 door. I will measure the span between the front and rear sub frame on both my four door and the 2 door I'm stripping. It will take about a week (11/11 now) because the two door is in a wrecking yard that I'll have to visit on a weekend.

    Thanks,

    Tom in Deer Island, Oregon
     
    TFinlay, Nov 11, 2003
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  8. auburn

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    We are building sub frame connectors this weekend if any one else needs a set. Just as easy to make a few more at the same time.

    My chassis guy is also a chassis builder for stock car Dirt Modifieds (IMCA / USMTS). Very crafty builder.

    Not trying to take anything away from you Dan... didn't know if you ever built them since this last post... again, I'm sorta new here and found this topic on SEARCH. Just trying to help out since my project is at this point of sub frame connectors.
     
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  9. 71gold

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    my connectors were installed on a drive on lift. that way the car set the way it would be on the street. they were made out of the same tubing as dans'. they made a big diff...frank...:bananaman :bananaman
     
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  10. courier11sec

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    I made mine with the car on a drive on lift.
    I agree with frank. they made a huge difference.
     
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    subframe connectors

    I am looking for a set for my 76 2 door and just noticed this thread. Dan if you have a set for sale please LMK. Anyone else that has available????? Thanks.....Paul
     
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  12. Maverick73

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    Why wouldn't Mustang subframe connectors be able to work on Mavericks?
     
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  13. Country Mav

    Country Mav Die-Hard Ford Guy!

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    I think that the earlier mustang ones will. Like I said I THINK they will. Someone please correct or confirm. I think you can get Mav/Comet specific connectors. Saw them somewhere online a little while back. Search on google or yahoo. Preston
     
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    Can someone post a photo of what they look like installed? I have a set from Dan, but have not installed them yet.
     
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  15. stmanser

    stmanser Looking for a Maverick

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    ok quick question

    1. bolt on subframe connectors bolt to where and where?
    2. weld on subframe connectors weld to where and where.

    someone said that if you weld them in you have to move the springs out or something?

    please esplain a little... thanks
     
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