RideTech Bolt-On 4-Link for 1970-1981 Camaro & Firebird

Description

Brand: RideTech
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Bolt-On 4-Link for 1970-1981 Camaro/Firebird. For use with CoilOvers or Shockwaves. Includes Uni-Cradle, adjustable upper bars with R-Joint, non-adjustable lower bars with R-Joints, all mounting brackets and hardware.
RideTech is proud to introduce an all-new 4-Link rear suspension system specifically for 1970-1981 Camaros and Firebirds. The design delivers exceptional performance with minimal cutting and almost no welding required. Equally important, the unique design addresses production variations and frame rail thickness issues that are common to the second-generation F-Body platform. RideTech developed an innovative “unicradle” design that is significant in two ways. Lateral tubes index off of the leaf spring mounting points rather than the frame rails. A separate steel brace bolts to the inside of the rear bulkhead area (in the cockpit) behind the seat to locate the forward mounting points of the upper link bars.
The clean-sheet design offers long upper link bars with revised mounting points for improved roll center, forward bite and anti-squat characteristics. The rear bulkhead in these cars (structure between passenger compartment and trunck) exhibit excellent strength — especially where the bulkhead ties into the floorpan at the transmission tunnel.
RideTech engineered a brace that bolts to both the bulkhead and the rear edge of the transmission tunnel while still allowing you to run a full back seat. Simple holes are drilled into the bulkhead without any welding of the unibody structure.
The two “unicradle” main tubes run parallel to the frame rails as well as the upper shock crossmember and forward lower link brackets. These main tubes bolt to the fore and aft leaf spring eye mounting points. The leaf spring mounting points accurately locate the entire system to circumvent production variances that are common to the second generation F-Body platform. As these cars were produced over a 12-year period, GM made production changes to the rear of the unibody in order to accommodate emission
equipment. Furthermore, second generation F-bodies exhibit inherent variations in frame rail thickness.
Our self-contained design is an innovative solution with excellent geometry and a straightforward installation process. The design offers dramatic gains with respect to both handling and ride quality.
The R-Joint rod ends combine the best qualities of low friction movement, lateral stability, full range articulation, and quiet operation into one special bearing that is as home on the street as it is on the racetrack!
Double adjustable Rod-ends available add 5
Optional Coil Overs: add 0
This Coilover kit is designed to be used with a RideTech Airbar. It has been developed to give the optimal ride quality and ease of installation for Airbar systems.
RideTech continues to offer today’s hot rodders the ultimate in ride quality, handling performance, technical support, and now, SIMPLICITY, with the new RideTech Coil-Overs.
Anodized finish protects against corrosion
Available in several shock valving adjustment configurations
CNC machined billet hardware
Unique pinch clamp height adjuster uses finer thread for easy adjustment
Includes 1/2" bore x 1"kevlar lined bearings for noise free operation
High tensile premium steel CNC coldwound, less weight, more resistant to bowing, increased travel with durable powered coated finish
Monotube gas pressure design offers superior fade free performance
Impact forged aluminum body provides superior strength and reliable service
Larger 1.834” piston provides outstanding ride quality
Double sealed rod guide with dust cover eliminates oil leakage
5/8" chrome shock shaft
Optional ShockWaves: add 5
HQ Series ShockWaves® mount in your 1967-1981 Camaro or Firebird car just like CoilOvers and deliver great ride quality and handling with adjustable air ride stance. RideTech's patented, integral "shock-within-a-spring" air spring and shock absorber assembly is a proven winner at shows and in motion. 24-position rebound adjustment helps you fine tune the shocks to your driving preferences and vehicle demands. Advanced technology hides within the shocks. The monotube design features large 1.834" pistons, heavy duty 5/8" shafts, and impact-forged bodies. Since HQ Series ShockWaves® are built to perform and made to last, they are backed by RideTech's exclusive 1,000,001 mile warranty. Shock calibrations and air spring specs are based on more than 20 years of extensive air ride development on the street, highways and race tracks. It all adds up to predictable handling that is comparable to CoilOvers but with instant ride height adjustment. You get the best of both worlds. This kit includes two rear rebound adjustable HQ Series ShockWaves®.
NOTES:
-- This product is designed for use with the RideTech Bolt-On 4-Link.