hairbear21

Does anyone have any pictures of their hotpart/J&M subframe connectors installed? I want to pick up a set, but I am not sure of the durability/mounting quality compared to what I have seen of the other brands.
Also, are there any special notes or considerations that I should take during the install? I know to protect the fuel lines and not to weld too long in a single area, but I am looking for any other tidbits of advice.

Thanks!

al 96 Ram Air T/A

If they are as good as their other parts, I would say go for it. I've been using their (rear) LCA's and panhard bar for awhile. Top-notch stuff!


Make sure the vehicle is resting on all four's prior to welding-up. If you are using a lift, you shouldn't lift by the frame. I had to bolt mine up while sitting on the ground. I then drove to a shop to have them welded. If you don't put them on while the chassis is under load and level, you risk twisting the chassis (preloading it) and this can cause other problems.

hairbear21

I plan on welding it at home with my MIG, but I am trying to find options to get it high enough that it can be welded. I was going to put it on ramps to get the elevation, but I don't know if that will tweak the frame.
I do like the hotpart options though, I was going to go with the SFC and LCA's, and probably do the panhard bar later. The car isn't lowered or running wider/taller tires, so I think I can live without that for a while.

slomarao

just make sure its not a frame lift, like stated, you want to car on a lift that you can drive up on. You want the load weight of the car on the suspension when you weld them in.

hairbear21

this is just a couple of car ramps that I use to change oil/tranny fluid, etc...