Camber Brace
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Racer
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From: aka... The Bud Man... Brunswick, Mo.
Camber Brace
I was looking through my VB catalog this evening and came across the C-4 camber brace. I look at this thing and think it looks like something I would use on my car cause I like to hit the twisties now and then. A piece of square tube with a couple of tabs welded on the ends, can't cost too much. Then I see the price of $200 and think who in their right mind would pay that kind of money for something that some kid could make in shop class for ten bucks. Are we paying for years of R&D and testing here or what? Hell, the C-3 spreader bar kit has spherical ends and is adjustible and cost less than half than the C-4 unit. What gives? :confused:
Le Mans Master
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Re: Camber Brace (ered95)
who in their right mind would pay that kind of money for something that some kid could make in shop class for ten bucks.
OUCH!!! :lurk:
Only about 1/2 this forum!! From what I've read & heard, R&D makes a standup, grade A quality pc.
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St. Jude Donor '03-'05-'06-'10-'11-'12
Re: Camber Brace (Jbaker)
OUCH!!! :lurk:
Only about 1/2 this forum!! From what I've read & heard, R&D makes a standup, grade A quality pc.
Only about 1/2 this forum!! From what I've read & heard, R&D makes a standup, grade A quality pc.
I did... twice! :lol:
I'm hoping Dave will chime in here, but the only thing you'll get is a bunch of Corvette & Camber Brace owners that love this product! The Camber Brace was borne out of racing. Dave marketed his product to weekend racers and performance enthusiasts.
BTW, go fabricate one yourself, from scratch. Be sure you choose the correct materials, bend and weld everything to within a millimeter keeping in mind installation (and removal if needed) with the "common joe" mechanic simplicity. Then powder coat it to ensure corrosion resistance and nice appearance. Write up a detailed instruction procedure, design effective packaging, and offer nearly instant tech support.
Come back and tell us if it was worth $200.
Shawn: The many, the proud, the R-D Racing Camber Brace (and Cross Bar) owners! :cheers: :cool: :smash:
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From: aka... The Bud Man... Brunswick, Mo.
Re: Camber Brace (Jbaker)
R&D makes a standup, grade A quality pc.
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Re: Camber Brace (ered95)
I'm sure it is, but come on, $200. :crazy: I think some one on this board could make one just as good for a lot less. To me it's just another example of a vender putting it too Corvette owners. :cheers:
This vendor is a working (hard working would still be an understatement!) man with a family, a regular full time job and a Corvette as a hobby. Midnight is an early quitin' time for Dave. Yes, I admire him and what he has done. Thanks again Dave! :cheers:
Melting Slicks
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Re: Camber Brace (ered95)
R&D makes a standup, grade A quality pc.
I'm sure it is, but come on, $200. :crazy: I think some one on this board could make one just as good for a lot less. To me it's just another example of a vender putting it too Corvette owners. :cheers:
I invite you to design and develop your own version. There is a lot more involved than what you can see in a picture. I'll guarantee you that our's will be cheaper in the long run.
Feel free to call me anytime if you have any questions.
Dave
Burning Brakes
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Re: Camber Brace (ShawnZR-1)
RD-Racing offers specials to the forum members from time-to-time. There's a GP going on right now in which you can get it for $160.
BTW, the cost of the materials is trivial, but unless you can cut, bend and weld one up yourself (or get someone to do it for free) The $160 price is is a good deal.
BTW, the cost of the materials is trivial, but unless you can cut, bend and weld one up yourself (or get someone to do it for free) The $160 price is is a good deal.
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St. Jude Donor '04-'05-'06-'07
Re: Camber Brace (ered95)
There are a lot of over-priced products made and sold for Corvettes. At $160, this isn't one of them. It's on my list.
Burning Brakes
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Re: Camber Brace (Corvette Kid NC)
I have to say the price is worth it for R-D Racing stuff. I have both the Cross-bar and the Camber-brace is on the way. My cross-bar looks great and I could feel the different the second I took the car out for a drive. The instructions are great, and everything just fit, the first time! I'm willing to pay for quality and not having to fight with parts to get them to install like they are suppose to. I can't say I've had such a good experiance with other performance parts I've bought before.
Le Mans Master
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Re: Camber Brace (Corvette Kid NC)
There are a lot of over-priced products made and sold for Corvettes. At $160, this isn't one of them. It's on my list.
There is no way I could develop one properly for less then $200. Equipment alone to bend, cut, powder coat, would run more then $200.
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Re: Camber Brace (Gary96LT4)
:iagree:
There is no way I could develop one properly for less then $200. Equipment alone to bend, cut, powder coat, would run more then $200.
There is no way I could develop one properly for less then $200. Equipment alone to bend, cut, powder coat, would run more then $200.
Le Mans Master
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Re: Camber Brace (JSA 007)
anyone have a link to this $40 discount for forum members??
Or call Dave direclt and tell him you a Forum member:
R-D Racing Enterprises, Inc
573-756-6954 Office
573-756-6372 Fab Shop
dcooper@r-dracing.com http://www.r-dracing.com
[Modified by Gary96LT4, 11:40 PM 2/4/2004]
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Re: Camber Brace (Corvette Kid NC)
There are a lot of over-priced products made and sold for Corvettes. At $160, this isn't one of them. It's on my list.
:iagree: Bigtime....
Le Mans Master
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From: Atlanta GA
Re: Camber Brace (ered95)
I only got to drive my car for about a week with it installed before I had to leave (again), but, without a doubt, it was the best sub-$200 mod I've made to my car. Hell, it was better than some of the $200+ mods I've done to my car.
