RideTech Subframe

First Time for Everything – RideTech’s New Performance Subframe for ’67-’69 F-Body and ’68-’74 X-Body Platforms

Ridetech has just released their first-ever performance subframe for ’67 – ’69 F-body and ’68 – ’74 X-body platforms. The clean-sheet subframes are designed to meet and exceed the expectations of Camaro and Nova fans in search of performance and handling.

The subframe is manufactured out of ASTM A-500 steel and is powder coated satin black for a durable, corrosion resistant finish. The subframe features updated suspension pick up points to achieve more desirable geometry (caster, roll center, Ackermann and camber gain) translating to substantial performance and handling gains. Trick one-piece billet T6061 aluminum upper control arms and tubular lower control arms attach to high-quality Pro Forged ball joints before pairing to either Ridetech’s AFX pin or hub spindles.

Fitting wider front wheels and tires on first gen F-bodies has always been a hassle but Ridetech addresses this in their subframe design with a 2-inch clearance improvement on each side, reducing likelihood of contact with wider setups. When it comes to tires and wheels, Ridetech found their best combination with a 18’×10-inch wheel with a 6.5-inch backspace.

Ridetech’s pin spindle option is ideal for those wanting to retain OE-style braking systems or those who have already invested in an upgraded brake system utilizing a pin style hub. However, if the latest in available braking technology is desired, their AFX hub spindle accommodates popular C5/C6/C7 Corvette hubs, which accept factory or aftermarket C5/C6 brake packages.

Keeping modularity in mind, Ridetech made it possible to utilize either coil-overs or their well-known Shockwave air suspension. Fox Factory monotube coil-overs or ShockWaves can be had in single adjustable HQ series or their triple adjustable TQ series. The new subframe accommodates a host of popular engine and transmission combinations including GM’s LT/LS engines as well as conventional small- or big-block Chevy. An adjustable transmission crossmember allows for popular old school and late model automatic and manual transmissions.

Whatever you’re building a street cruiser, track bruiser, or showstopper, Ridetech’s subframe will improve the feel, performance, and ride quality of F- or X-body platforms. The subframe is designed with compatibility in mind, meaning installation alongside Ridetech’s F-body 4-link systems, rear axles, and subframe connectors all work together taking handling and performance of these cars to an even higher level.

Features: 

  • Fits up to 6.5-inch back spacing without modifications or reduction in turning radius
  • Two-inches more tire clearance per side than stock subframe
  • USA designed & manufactured in our ISO 9001 certified Jasper, Indiana facility
  • Optimized geometry | Roll center | Ackermann | Camber Gain | Caster | Bumpsteer
  • One piece billet 6061-T6 aluminum upper control arms and steering arms
  • Includes adjustable transmission crossmember
  • Available with AFX Pin or late model Hub spindle design
  • Hub spindle allows install of modern C5/C6 Corvette brakes & C5/C6/C7 hubs (not included)
  • Tubular lower control arms include eccentric adjustment for caster & camber adjustments
  • Alignment adjustments are conveniently made complete under the car
  • Improved header clearance and exhaust routing allow for a variety exhaust solutions
  • Rack & Pinion steering upgrade provides improved steering feel, enhancing driver feedback.
  • Larger front sway bar controls body roll, improving weight transfer

For more information, check out RideTech SubFrames for GM F- and X-body.

RideTech Subframe