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Posted by thrashed (Member # 9752) on :
 
I'm trying to decide on which subframe connectors to get for a fox coupe. You guys have any preferences between MM and Maier subframe connectors?

Maier:
http://www.maierracing.com/pnms3202.html

MM:
http://www.maximummotorsports.com/store/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=122_124_233&products_id=585

Thanks.
 
Posted by NEIGHT (Member # 8741) on :
 
I say MM just kuz I like their products and have never driven a car with subframes until I got them(MM) put on my car. Now SLOWSN95 is gonna come thru N suggest Maier Racing ones.
 
Posted by 79 cobra (Member # 10137) on :
 
maier subframes ftw nice and thick and are full length mm are nice but for almost the same price ill go maier
 
Posted by sofresh (Member # 12393) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by NEIGHT:
I say MM just kuz I like their products and have never driven a car with subframes until I got them(MM) put on my car. Now SLOWSN95 is gonna come thru N suggest Maier Racing ones.

I agree with neight never had sub frames until I got the MM and I too really like. Also come with the seat rails
 
Posted by fstryde3 (Member # 8436) on :
 
Personally all my Mustangs Have and will have MM subframes. Nothing negative to say about Meier just always use MM.
 
Posted by SLOWBACK 67 (Member # 6348) on :
 
Gonna go with Maier. [patriot]
 
Posted by Ryan_LX (Member # 7089) on :
 
Ive always run global west sub-frame connectors, personal preference I like the tubular style no complaints here. Cant go wrong with what you choose, something is better then nothing.
 
Posted by El komander (Member # 10751) on :
 
FOD ftw [patriot]
 
Posted by El komander (Member # 10751) on :
 
FOD ftw [patriot]
 
Posted by CalBoy101 (Member # 13131) on :
 
I'd take a look at the Steeda ones also, nicely made and they come with torque box reinforcement plates.
 
Posted by Stangn5oh (Member # 10875) on :
 
Mine say advanced suspension technology but look exactly like globa west. Their tubular, and there design makes more sense compared to just a straight piece of straight metal. They got my vote
 
Posted by Rio1999GT (Member # 9231) on :
 
Can't go wrong with either one but I usually stay with the MM brand.
 
Posted by FiveOhChuck (Member # 12588) on :
 
I'd say Maier I like how they are thick my teacher has them on his race car. And they are local well for me [Big Grin] [patriot]
 
Posted by 93coupessp (Member # 8418) on :
 
Wolfe thru floor hands down
 
Posted by SLOWSN95 (Member # 8269) on :
 
Maier over MM. Maier's subframes are about the same price, all tubular, have 4 mounting points over MM's 2 mounting points, and have been tested to be over 50% stronger than MM in their strength tests.. and Mike is a cool, down to earth dude that's willing to help out or answer any questions you may have.

[ 2013-10-08, 05:01 PM: Message edited by: SLOWSN95 ]
 
Posted by fstryde3 (Member # 8436) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by SLOWSN95:
Maier over MM. Maier's subframes are about the same price, all tubular, have 4 mounting points over MM's 2 mounting points, and have been tested to be over 50% stronger than MM in their strength tests.. and Mike is a cool, down to earth dude that's willing to help out or answer any questions you may have.

That is one thing for sure the guy over at Meier is cool as hell and will answer all your q's.
 
Posted by 925_GT (Member # 11891) on :
 
I have MM and would not hesitate to use them again.
 
Posted by thrashed (Member # 9752) on :
 
Thanks for the info guys. I'll definitely talk to Maier.

MM has their installation instructions on their site which show several welded connections. The Maier connectors look to be bolt on and reference tying the connectors to a cage (not really interested in a cage, but who knows); also not sure if theirs are also weld on; so i'll check with them as well.

I like that he's local and also carries MM stuff, so should be good either way.

[ 2013-10-08, 08:10 PM: Message edited by: thrashed ]
 
Posted by Venomousnotch (Member # 8695) on :
 
Maier Racing FTMFW... [worship] [worship] [worship] [worship] I have they're subframe connectors on my 04 cobra and definitely are worth the price... [patriot] [patriot]
 
Posted by sneakyfox90 (Member # 9379) on :
 
Through floor subframes > full length subframes > standard length subframes> bolt in subframes.

[ 2013-10-09, 01:23 AM: Message edited by: sneakyfox90 ]
 
Posted by racsirx (Member # 1710) on :
 
If you dont want to do thru floor subframe connectors, I would do Maier or Global West, you will really love the Maier connectors if you are really low and want to protect your exhaust when going over speed bumps.
 
Posted by SLOWSN95 (Member # 8269) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by thrashed:
Thanks for the info guys. I'll definitely talk to Maier.

MM has their installation instructions on their site which show several welded connections. The Maier connectors look to be bolt on and reference tying the connectors to a cage (not really interested in a cage, but who knows); also not sure if theirs are also weld on; so i'll check with them as well.

I like that he's local and also carries MM stuff, so should be good either way.

They are not bolt on. I thought the same thing, but that's where you weld. Talk to Mike, I'm sure he wouldn't mind walking you through it.
 
Posted by 50Reasons (Member # 6452) on :
 
Duncan makes some nice custom through the floor subframes connectors
 
Posted by 2T0NE (Member # 4216) on :
 
Steeda best ever
 
Posted by Darkhorse_notch (Member # 12371) on :
 
I got brand new mm full For sale length subframe powder coat black. Let me know.
 
Posted by SteveL (Member # 1241) on :
 
Rectangular sub frames have a flat bottom surface that makes it easier to lift with a standard floor jack. I would recommend flat bottom connectors for a track car.
 
Posted by Duncan Motors (Member # 7045) on :
 
tube ones do slide a bit on jack stands.
 




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