Frequently Asked Questions: 

 

   1) Do I have to modify my OEM frame / sub-frame?

       No modifications are neccessary at all.

 

   2) Can I really fit a 10" wide wheel with a 275mm tire?

       Yes! There is no modification necessary to the subframe, but you WILL need to create clearance on the

       inner wheelhouse and the outer fender lip. These modifications can be as simple or elaborate as you

       talent and ambition dictate, but if done nicely, are all but invisible.

 

   3) Will a 17" wheel work with this system?

       Yes...We have fitted a 17x10 wheel on this system with a Baer 14" rotor and their 6P calipers.

 

   4) Can I use my stock or other aftermarket brakes with this system?

       OEM drum brakes will not work with this spindle. OEM discs or other brands of disc brakes intended for an F body or A body GM

       should be fine.

 

   5) Can I use my exsisting OEM or other aftermarket spindles with this system?

       No...the RideTech spindle is a critical part of the whole system. Using a different spindle will create highly unfavorable 

       suspension geometry and would be incompatible with our steering arms.

 

   6) What is "Bump-Steer" and why should I be concerned about it?

       Bump-steer is a term that refers to the control arms and the steering linkage moving in different arcs as the suspension

       moves through it's travel. When this happens the tie-rods will move the steering arms [and therefore the wheels] in

       directions the driver does not intend. This leads to an "uneasy" feeling car. Some OEM cars [especially older muscle cars]

       can have a lot of bump-steer....as much as 1" !! Imagine the toe setting on your car changing unpredictably as you go

       down the road!  The TruTurn system nearly eliminates this situation...the bump-steer is only .050" over the entire 5" of

       suspension travel. This leads to a very stable and comfortable feeling vehicle.

 

   7) What is camber gain and why should I be concerned about it?

       Camber gain refers to the rate of camber change the spindle will see through the range of suspension travel.

       With most OEM cars [especially older muscle cars] the OEM suspension geometry will lean the compressed wheel

       OUT when turning. With the new TruTurn suspension the compressed wheel will lean INTO the turn, keeping the

       tire squarly on the ground thereby offering more lateral grip and offering a more stable turning experiance.

 

   8) Will I sacrifice any turning radius with this system?

       No loss of turning radius! An 18x10 wheel with 5.75" of backspace and a 275/35-18 tire will lightly kiss the frame rail

       or the sway bar at full lock under full compression...... just enough to clean the paint off..... no damage to the wheel

       tire or other componants.

 

   9) Is this TruTurn system compatIble with my OEM control arms, or other brands of control arms?

       We have only done fitments with the RideTech StrongArms. While it is possible that the OEM arms, or another brand of tubular

       control arm would work, we cannot guarantee fit or performance.

 

 10) Is the new TruTurn system compatible with pervious RideTech Camaro componants such as the strong arms, tall spindles, or

       shockwaves?

       Yes...the Tru Turn system can be added to your existing RideTech suspension. If you already have RideTech spindles, the

       upgrade package would include the steering arms, draglink bracket, and the tie rod assemblies.