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Old 08-01-2013, 11:08 AM   #1
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Anybody know for sure whether or not an aftermarket (tubular) front K-member is allowed in SS/GT?
(if using factory spindles/control arms)
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Old 08-01-2013, 01:47 PM   #2
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Anybody know for sure whether or not an aftermarket (tubular) front K-member is allowed in SS/GT?
(if using factory spindles/control arms)
Not allowed in RWD cars, only on FWD conversion cars.
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Old 08-01-2013, 03:15 PM   #3
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now THAT makes sense ha ha
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Old 08-02-2013, 04:19 AM   #4
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I don't race SS/GT, but I can't understand this ruling. I hear more than one SS/GT competitor using late model vehicles have had cracks found in the OEM (built for gas mileage, lite-weight stamped steel) k-frames.
I thought I read on here awhile back that SS/GT racers were looking at using CM tubular k-frames but retaining OEM control arms. Seems if that is acceptable to the FWD conversion SS/GT's, then it should apply to RWD SS/GT cars. I know you can trim the OEM k-frame for pan clearance so I cant imagine there's much, if any, weight savings on a CM k-frame over a stamped steel k-frame. Or am I missing something?
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Old 08-02-2013, 08:54 AM   #5
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During the building of my car (RWD) I asked about the K-member deal. I was told as long as I started with a stock K-member I could do what ever I pleased with it. Of course mine is a modified car, yet I fail to see the difference. I'm not sure why they allow so much in the way of changes in the FWD cars I'm assuming it's geared toward safety and durability.
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Old 08-02-2013, 09:14 AM   #6
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Given all you're allowed on a FWD conversion car the next one I build will likely be that type of car. Looking at many of them they resemble a chassis car with stock frt. frame rails.
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