6 replies to this topic

[RacingGreen]

I have been thinking about fitting a rear beam axle when i replace the sub frame and boot floor need on my car.

I just wondered how easy they are to fit compared to a standard subframe, and if i was to fit one, how would i go about fixing the exhaust again, (where to, etc)?

Thanks
Mike

[Bluemini]

Fitting is the same as a subframe against the heal board, but there are a couple of extra mountings along the beam. All that needs doeing is drill through the heal board were the extra mountings are and put a bolt through (may come with the beam)

You'll have to make an exhaust bracket of some kind for the rear box were it used to bolt to the subframe.

[pickmeup]

Ive got a rear beam that I need to fit , are offset shocks ok or is it best to go with the normal coilovers and increase the tube size in the inner arches to suit?

[Dan]

For normal road use the offset top shocks are fine, for off road or racing you'll need the stronger ones and the body mods that go with them.

[craig 1010cc]

If the body mods are alowed in your regs :tongue:

[RacingGreen]

so if i fit a rear beam would i need to modify the body to accomodate the shocks - its just for road use, so the offset ones should be fine? Or would the coilovers fit without any body mods as i didnt want to do any?

Thanks
Mike

[minimadjonesy]

if you're fitting it for road use only the the off set ones are the ones you want! no mods required!