Banski Rear Suspension Upgrades
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Le Mans Master
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Banski Rear Suspension Upgrades
I know most of you on here are familiar with Banski Motorsports and the great suspension pieces they provide for our C4s. I was browsing his site the other day since I heard he updated it to include some solid axle pieces for Camaros and Mustangs. It looks like he added some options for the C4 kits as well! You can now get the tubes in different materials, and there is a low profile clamp available as well. For those considering an upgrade, or looking to try some of his new pieces here is his website:
https://www.banskimotorsports.com/C4...spensioin.html
I just wanted to pass this information along in hopes that he could get some new business from it. I know there are many already satisfied customers on here!
https://www.banskimotorsports.com/C4...spensioin.html
I just wanted to pass this information along in hopes that he could get some new business from it. I know there are many already satisfied customers on here!
Race Director
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I know most of you on here are familiar with Banski Motorsports and the great suspension pieces they provide for our C4s. I was browsing his site the other day since I heard he updated it to include some solid axle pieces for Camaros and Mustangs. It looks like he added some options for the C4 kits as well! You can now get the tubes in different materials, and there is a low profile clamp available as well. For those considering an upgrade, or looking to try some of his new pieces here is his website:
https://www.banskimotorsports.com/C4...spensioin.html
I just wanted to pass this information along in hopes that he could get some new business from it. I know there are many already satisfied customers on here!
https://www.banskimotorsports.com/C4...spensioin.html
I just wanted to pass this information along in hopes that he could get some new business from it. I know there are many already satisfied customers on here!
I have them in aluminum. The ride is way better and rear camber / toe chanegs are a breeze.
Nice to also have a small weight savings. Everything counts
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Le Mans Master
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I agree, the ride and ease of adjustment are some of the great things about this kit!!
Max G’s
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I was thinking of looking into the Banski rear toe, cambr, and drag links on my 96. It is mainly street but might see some track from time to time. I checked out their site a few nights ago. If you guys with the Banski kits were going to do it all over with what they have available now, what would you order? Also, are all the aluminum parts red or can you specify a different color? 
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Le Mans Master
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St. Jude Donor '09-'10-'11
I was thinking of looking into the Banski rear toe, cambr, and drag links on my 96. It is mainly street but might see some track from time to time. I checked out their site a few nights ago. If you guys with the Banski kits were going to do it all over with what they have available now, what would you order? Also, are all the aluminum parts red or can you specify a different color?
I would still get the alumnimum, but I would opt for the low profile clamps and boots. The boots were not available when I first ordered, but now that its just a race car it doesn't matter. Boots for a street car are a must.
I think red is the only color for the aluminum, but I believe you can get the steel in nickel plate right now. Your best bet is to ask Tom, the owner.
Burning Brakes
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The steel was an option that the parts supplier introduced and is easy to get so there was no real reason not to at least offer an option. As Kubs mentioned as well the steel is 7/8" OD (as opposed to 1" OD in aluminum) so it will offer a little more clearance if it's necessary.
The steel also offers a nice option if one would want them powder coated or painted to match or accent the car.
Red is the standard color for aluminum. They can be anodized a different color but it can be expensive, as much as $200 for a full Trailing Arm, Camber Rod & Toe Rod kit (there is a minimum lot charge for the anodize process).
The most economical way to get a particular color is to either buy the unfinished steel and paint them or buy the red anodized aluminum (the anodize helps seal the surface and protect against oxidation) and then paint over the anodize, which shouldn't be an issue.
Anodize can be quoted but will add a few weeks to the lead time and is an additional cost. It's recommended that the customer source powder coating locally so they can deal directly with the vendor to ensure the results they want.
The steel also offers a nice option if one would want them powder coated or painted to match or accent the car.
Red is the standard color for aluminum. They can be anodized a different color but it can be expensive, as much as $200 for a full Trailing Arm, Camber Rod & Toe Rod kit (there is a minimum lot charge for the anodize process).
The most economical way to get a particular color is to either buy the unfinished steel and paint them or buy the red anodized aluminum (the anodize helps seal the surface and protect against oxidation) and then paint over the anodize, which shouldn't be an issue.
Anodize can be quoted but will add a few weeks to the lead time and is an additional cost. It's recommended that the customer source powder coating locally so they can deal directly with the vendor to ensure the results they want.
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The steel was an option that the parts supplier introduced and is easy to get so there was no real reason not to at least offer an option. As Kubs mentioned as well the steel is 7/8" OD (as opposed to 1" OD in aluminum) so it will offer a little more clearance if it's necessary.
I really appreciate it when a suppler gets in and supports his product on a grass root level
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The steel was an option that the parts supplier introduced and is easy to get so there was no real reason not to at least offer an option. As Kubs mentioned as well the steel is 7/8" OD (as opposed to 1" OD in aluminum) so it will offer a little more clearance if it's necessary.
The steel also offers a nice option if one would want them powder coated or painted to match or accent the car.
Red is the standard color for aluminum. They can be anodized a different color but it can be expensive, as much as $200 for a full Trailing Arm, Camber Rod & Toe Rod kit (there is a minimum lot charge for the anodize process).
The most economical way to get a particular color is to either buy the unfinished steel and paint them or buy the red anodized aluminum (the anodize helps seal the surface and protect against oxidation) and then paint over the anodize, which shouldn't be an issue.
Anodize can be quoted but will add a few weeks to the lead time and is an additional cost. It's recommended that the customer source powder coating locally so they can deal directly with the vendor to ensure the results they want.
The steel also offers a nice option if one would want them powder coated or painted to match or accent the car.
Red is the standard color for aluminum. They can be anodized a different color but it can be expensive, as much as $200 for a full Trailing Arm, Camber Rod & Toe Rod kit (there is a minimum lot charge for the anodize process).
The most economical way to get a particular color is to either buy the unfinished steel and paint them or buy the red anodized aluminum (the anodize helps seal the surface and protect against oxidation) and then paint over the anodize, which shouldn't be an issue.
Anodize can be quoted but will add a few weeks to the lead time and is an additional cost. It's recommended that the customer source powder coating locally so they can deal directly with the vendor to ensure the results they want.
Burning Brakes
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