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FunkedOut · 02-23-2016, 07:15 PM

looking at these two graphs i attached below...
the first is an image of the (HQ Strut) you posted.
the second is a quick photoshop'd version i made where I changed the color key.
is that right?
seems like a gap between full firm and 4 clicks, like where 2 clicks would go.

Mike_G · 02-23-2016, 07:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by FunkedOut

looking at these two graphs i attached below...
the first is an image of the (HQ Strut) you posted.
the second is a quick photoshop'd version i made where I changed the color key.
is that right?
seems like a gap between full firm and 4 clicks, like where 2 clicks would go.

There are 4 clicks between full firm and 4 clicks. All other lines on the graph are 2 clicks apart. Spacing seems fairly linear to me.

FunkedOut · 02-23-2016, 10:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mike_G

There are 4 clicks between full firm and 4 clicks. All other lines on the graph are 2 clicks apart. Spacing seems fairly linear to me.

Agree. I should've been clearer and put quotes around "2 clicks"
If you look at the other graph (HQ Front), it has a plot labeled "2 clicks"
That's what I meant.
A gap where the "2 clicks" plot would go.

cdb95z28 · 02-26-2016, 11:17 AM

marolf101x, I sent you a PM about my front end links

ActNup NY · 03-20-2016, 05:40 PM

pm me the price shipped to 10977

JMT · 03-20-2016, 06:25 PM

To post 220 and noise, that was exactly what I am experiencing. Took me awhile to confirm nothing was loose somewhere and that it was normal with high impact bumps. Other than that they seem quieter than the stock set up and defiantly more sure footed feeling going on now. I run 285 40 on 10's in front and 315 35 on 11's in the rear. There is enough room but it's tight, like real tight to where I get an occasional cosmetic slice on the edge of the tire. Nothing unsafe or to worry about. The slice leaves a tiny flap the thickness of a piece of paper maybe 1/8x 1/4 in a few spots after a winter/spring New England bump. This is mostly in the front and after alignment to negative 1.5 camber has almost stopped happening.

Mike_G · 03-26-2016, 09:59 PM

For anyone that might be interested in adding adjustable front endlinks to their ridetech set up, I have what IO was running on mine from BMR up for sale. Includes endlinks with 12mm mounting studs as well as endlink mounting plates for the front struts with 12mm holes made for me by ridetech. This set up worked really well, got rid of some of the noises up front and gives you the option of adjustable link to dial in your ride.

http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=445867

cdb95z28 · 03-27-2016, 08:01 AM

I never experienced noise from my RideTech endlinks, my note to Britt (marolf101x) is something different for which I am still waiting for a resolution. I will update when I get info from RideTech.

Back to the endlink noise, RideTech supplies what they call "T-bushings" to adapt the 10mm endlink stud to a 12mm updated swaybar hole. They are made from aluminum and in my opinion do not support the endlink/swaybar connection sufficiently. This may be a cause of noise because it is not a solid connection. When I did my install I made a steel spacer and used two hardened washers on each side to make up the difference from the 10 to 12mm. Mike_G's endlinks look robust and add the ability to adjust which can add the ability to improve the corner weighting.
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sting808 · 03-27-2016, 02:06 PM

FYI

JPSS used same type of ends, but has 10mm-12mm combo studs. I had that for my rear fe3 style sway before conversion to fe4 style. Had 10-12 or 12-12 versions. No noise from endlinks.

marolf101x · 03-29-2016, 07:19 AM

CDB95Z28,
On 2/29 I sent the following via PM:
"I agree, they do look bent.
Please call the sales line and get a RMA (return merchandise authorization).
Send them in, and we should replace them (depends on how long you've had them, but we are pretty good about this sort of thing.)

If you need anything else please use my email (britt@ridetech.com) as I don't check PM's too often."

Did you get your RMA?
Did you send them in?
Did we replace them at no cost?

I apologize for not resolving your issue, but we do need you to get the RMA number so we can track the return through our system. This ensures a timely turn around (typically 2 days) and mitigates lost/missplaced product (either by us or the delivery guy).

As always, let me know if there is anything I can do to assist.

chase@ridetech · 03-29-2016, 10:50 PM

feel free to call me on my direct office line at 812 481 4736 or email me at chase@ridetech.com if you have any issues or if you have any questions. I will do my best to answer in a timely manner

02-23-2016, 07:15 PM	#239
FunkedOut Drives: Black 2010 SS Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: FL Posts: 447 View My Garage	looking at these two graphs i attached below... the first is an image of the (HQ Strut) you posted. the second is a quick photoshop'd version i made where I changed the color key. is that right? seems like a gap between full firm and 4 clicks, like where 2 clicks would go. Attached Images

02-26-2016, 11:17 AM	#242
cdb95z28 Drives: 2022 1SS 1LE A10 BCD WCT+PDR Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Johnstown, PA Posts: 3,206	marolf101x, I sent you a PM about my front end links __________________ 2022 1SS 1LE A10 BCD WCT+PDR2014 1SS 1LE NPP RECARO SIM-SOLD1995 Z28 M6 GSC PGM-SOLD1975 NOVA COUPE 300HP 350 TH350 FLASH RED-SOLD

03-20-2016, 05:40 PM	#243
ActNup NY Drives: 2011 1LT Black Camaro Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Queens, NYC Posts: 2,496 View My Garage	pm me the price shipped to 10977 __________________ *The DREAM is free... It's the HUSTLE that is sold seperately*

03-26-2016, 09:59 PM	#245
Mike_G Drives: 2010 2SS/RS Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Ma Posts: 476	For anyone that might be interested in adding adjustable front endlinks to their ridetech set up, I have what IO was running on mine from BMR up for sale. Includes endlinks with 12mm mounting studs as well as endlink mounting plates for the front struts with 12mm holes made for me by ridetech. This set up worked really well, got rid of some of the noises up front and gives you the option of adjustable link to dial in your ride. http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=445867 __________________ Current car 2011 Backdraft RT3 427 stroker (DART block/ forged internals/ AFR 205 Aluminum heads/ Quickfuel 750) 600hp/590ftlbs, wilwood brakes, custom JRI double adjustable shocks. Weighs in at 2300 lbs.... Use to have 2010 Camaro SS - ECS SC 1500, Kooks LTH + HFC, Corsa, CTS-V brakes, Detroit Speed Coilovers, BMR sways (FE4 conversion), DSE endlinks, BMR toe rods and trailing arms, Forgestar F14's

03-27-2016, 08:01 AM	#246
cdb95z28 Drives: 2022 1SS 1LE A10 BCD WCT+PDR Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Johnstown, PA Posts: 3,206	I never experienced noise from my RideTech endlinks, my note to Britt (marolf101x) is something different for which I am still waiting for a resolution. I will update when I get info from RideTech. Back to the endlink noise, RideTech supplies what they call "T-bushings" to adapt the 10mm endlink stud to a 12mm updated swaybar hole. They are made from aluminum and in my opinion do not support the endlink/swaybar connection sufficiently. This may be a cause of noise because it is not a solid connection. When I did my install I made a steel spacer and used two hardened washers on each side to make up the difference from the 10 to 12mm. Mike_G's endlinks look robust and add the ability to adjust which can add the ability to improve the corner weighting. My solution: __________________ 2022 1SS 1LE A10 BCD WCT+PDR2014 1SS 1LE NPP RECARO SIM-SOLD1995 Z28 M6 GSC PGM-SOLD1975 NOVA COUPE 300HP 350 TH350 FLASH RED-SOLD Last edited by cdb95z28; 03-27-2016 at 08:04 AM. Reason: more info

03-20-2016, 06:25 PM	#244
JMT Drives: 2013 1LT Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Panama City Beach, FL Posts: 703 View My Garage	To post 220 and noise, that was exactly what I am experiencing. Took me awhile to confirm nothing was loose somewhere and that it was normal with high impact bumps. Other than that they seem quieter than the stock set up and defiantly more sure footed feeling going on now. I run 285 40 on 10's in front and 315 35 on 11's in the rear. There is enough room but it's tight, like real tight to where I get an occasional cosmetic slice on the edge of the tire. Nothing unsafe or to worry about. The slice leaves a tiny flap the thickness of a piece of paper maybe 1/8x 1/4 in a few spots after a winter/spring New England bump. This is mostly in the front and after alignment to negative 1.5 camber has almost stopped happening.

03-27-2016, 02:06 PM	#247
sting808 Drives: 2010 SS RS Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Honolulu, Hawaii Posts: 930	FYI JPSS used same type of ends, but has 10mm-12mm combo studs. I had that for my rear fe3 style sway before conversion to fe4 style. Had 10-12 or 12-12 versions. No noise from endlinks.

03-29-2016, 07:19 AM	#248
marolf101x Drives: 2010 Test Mule Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: United States Posts: 61	CDB95Z28, On 2/29 I sent the following via PM: "I agree, they do look bent. Please call the sales line and get a RMA (return merchandise authorization). Send them in, and we should replace them (depends on how long you've had them, but we are pretty good about this sort of thing.) If you need anything else please use my email (britt@ridetech.com) as I don't check PM's too often." Did you get your RMA? Did you send them in? Did we replace them at no cost? I apologize for not resolving your issue, but we do need you to get the RMA number so we can track the return through our system. This ensures a timely turn around (typically 2 days) and mitigates lost/missplaced product (either by us or the delivery guy). As always, let me know if there is anything I can do to assist. __________________ Skunk Werks Ridetech www.ridetech.com

03-29-2016, 10:50 PM	#249
chase@ridetech Drives: 09 GMC Yukon Denali Join Date: Sep 2015 Location: Jasper, Indiana Posts: 77	feel free to call me on my direct office line at 812 481 4736 or email me at chase@ridetech.com if you have any issues or if you have any questions. I will do my best to answer in a timely manner