OEM cars from the 1970s were designed for narrow bias-ply tires and had notoriously poor handling. Consumers today want to upgrade to modern wheel and tire packages and improve their handling. However, many times that required upgrading to suspension systems that utilize tubular control arms to get the improved steering geometry and desired stance. While this is fine for the race-inspired crowd, it clashes with the styling of a restomod, restored car or more classic themed car.
Rekudo has solved this problem with its new suspension kit for the 1970-1981 Camaro/Firebird platforms. This suspension system is an auto-cross inspired modern suspension system that retains the original equipment (OE) appearance, style, and strength utilizing all new stamped upper and lower control arms. Each component is fully engineered to work together as a system for modern handling that is suitable for street driving, auto-cross, and track days. Now you can retain the OEM look, but get all the benefits from modern caster settings, camber curves, lowered stance, upgraded brakes and improved shocks/sway bars.
The 4-wheel disc brake upgrade (C3 Corvette style 4-piston calipers for both front and rear) was offered on the 1968 Camaro as a "Heavy Duty Service" package sold through the parts counter at Chevrolet car dealers. In 1969, the 4-piston disc brakes could be ordered as a Regular Production Option (RPO) JL8 package on production vehicles. These high-end brakes were made available to support racing programs like the Sports Car Club of Americaยฎ (SCCA), and Trans-Amยฎ road racing series. This unique brake option is very rare and was only sold on about 200 production vehicles.
SCCAยฎ, Sports Car Club of Americaยฎ, and Trans-Amยฎ are registered trademarks of the Sports Car Club of America.
Brakes Require 15" Minimum Diameter Wheels.
This Virtual Kit is configurable in the Shopping Cart - You can add or delete parts once they have been added to the shopping cart.
If you want an additional 1" front drop you can remove the front springs RK200-11 & replace this part with the 2" front lowering springs RK200-12.
If you want to upgrade to the Delrin front control arm bushings - then add part number RK100-20 to the shopping cart (you will need to use a press to remove and install these optional bushings).
If there are any parts that you don't need at this time, they can be removed from the shopping cart before checkout.
Features:
- Modern Suspension Geometry with Original Equipment (OE) Style, Strength, and Appearance
- Improved Camber Curve – See Camber Curve Graph
- Tall Spindle Design Allows for Immediate Negative Camber Gain When Entering Corners
- Lower Ride Height for Lower Center of Gravity and Improved Handling – 1” Spindle Drop, Choice of 1” or 2” Front Lowering Springs, and 2” Drop Rear Leaf Springs
- Use with C3 Corvette 4-Piston Front and Rear Disc Brake Calipers & Rotors
- Stamped Steel Control Arms Provide Original Equipment (OE) Appearance with Updated Design for Easy Caster Adjustment and Improved Camber Curve
- Heavy Duty Polyurethane Shackle Kit – Eliminates Deflection for Firmer Ride and Better Handling
- Easy Bolt-On Using Factory Suspension Mounting Points
- Black EDP (Electro-Deposit Primer) Coating – for Corrosion Protection (on Spindles, Control Arms, and Dust Shields)
- Optional Delrin Bushings Available for Control Arms
- Ideal for Street Driving, Auto-Cross, and Track Day Applications
- Require 15" Minimum Diameter Wheels (with 11.75" diameter rotors & C3 Brakes)
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