AFP 99-06 GM Truck Torsion Bar to Coilover Brackets
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- čas přidán 27. 05. 2017
- I talk about the brackets I make to convert late model torsion bar front suspension GM trucks and SUVs to coilovers using my bracket kit. I have been selling these for years and they work great. No welding required and work with factory lower control arms.
See my website at www.atomicfabandperformance.com, look me up on facebook, or shoot me a message at atomicfandp@gmail.com and I will get you taken care of!
I said "Transfer case is in the way" in the video, but I meant front diff. You know what I meant ;)
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Keep up the good work man, hoping to make a purchase soon for my 03 tahoe 2wd
Awesome kit can't wait to get me one ordered...
Hi , I got a 1999 4x4 Tahao it is a pain to removed the torsion bar , what kind do coilover shock I need and parts , I just want to lift the truck 3”
Man this is actually what I’m looking for
This is an awesome kit. You should make a kit for 4x4 s10’s and zr2’s
I just finished mine today. I kind of did it in reverse. Same end result. Torsions come off in the am after a pot of coffee and Dunkin EXTRA EXTRA. Black Acrylic rust oleum. and never dull those bolts. OH MY GOD MAN! I painted the shock mount bolts Spectacular. I did replace a passenger side mount bolt to a 4”. Had more than enough room. It would have haunted me. I just wanted to thank AFP for a product that works. Burnt up 2 25 buck bits and a 1/2 can of blaster. Penny. All because of You Tube and AFP. IM IN Orlando. The top local off road shop said. Nah. I got the Tahoe. Same thing. Not much for the GMCs. And mines a Street Queen. Once again. Worth every ounce of 106 deg Florida weather sweat. All wrench. No air. I’M BEAT!
Do you or know someone who makes those conversion for 07.5 to 10 2500 and 3500HD?
Hey will it work on my sierra 2011 I have a 3/5 drop Belltech I want to run your kit in the front will it work?
Don't know if your still active on here. But I've got a 1991 k3500 that I want to put a 2 speed overdrive in..... problem is that I saw today.... the overdrive moves the trans and transfer case back 7 inches.... thus putting the transfer case right in the cross member for the torsion bars.... so after some cussing and head scratching. I had the idea of swapping to coil over suspension in the front...... killing 2 birds with 1 stone... over drive can then go in. And ride will be a little nicer....
My question is do you have anything that will work with a 91.... as I don't really have the time to fab up a good set of mounts....
Really need something like this for my 95 Silverado.
Do you make anything for a 99-03 f150 4x4? I'd love to get rid of the tensions on it.
Hi i have 89 k1500 350 tbi i know my chassis is different but what you think about if ibuy lower arm from 98 and build upper shock mount??
How far can I lower the truck using the double adjustable coilovers you sell before I get negative camber?
i wish somebody made this for the 88-98 obs chevy trucks
Same
Im in that 99'really in the 88-98(99) bracket.
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I need some for my hummer h3. Do you have something that fits that?
I am looking to put coilovers in my 90 chevy k1500 what coilovers would you recommend
Your awesome brother👍 This is what i need asap!. Sign me up. Im ordering tomorrow!👊
wondering if you would make a video specifying what shock to use, and what the setup looks like on the truck.
The shocks and springs depends on a lot of factors. I would be happy to help you select what you need with my kit, just send me an email at atomicfandp@gmail.com. there are also a lot of pictures on my site or Facebook page, www.atomicfp.com
@@atomic178 Could you make this for a 95-2004 blazer by chance? torsion bars on those blazers are so stiff that the front end doesn't even have any give to it lol
@@atomic178hey boss i got a 6 inch rough country on my awd 2002 esclalade i wanna keep my tortion bars or front carry weight will this kit fit?
How much for lower brakes I just want put regular qa1 double adjustable shocks .I have a 3 inch drop
Hello Richard, I have been wanting to convert my 2006/2007 GMC 3500 sierra 2wd classic, "Early 2007," I do not haul any weight to speak of, Can I use this similar lower bracket, with say viking coil over shocks? Looking to maintain factory height, wanting to stay with factory upper/lower control arms. Can you help me out? What are your recommendations?
I want to do this mod eventually, it's a great solution.
Do you make one for a first gen s10 4x4 truck? I put a 5.7 tbi in it.
Yea ima have to get this! 🙏🏽
I’ve been looking for some Ford torsion conversion options
Nice job man.
Are these kits available for a 2005 dodge ram 1500..3rd generation ???
Would these work on 97? 🤔 look to be the same setup
Hey Richard great video and products! Im writing from Lima, Peru South America, i have a Hummer H3 and i perfectly undestand you (Hate the torsion bars specially cause here the offroad is more in sand and they respond awkardly) im also trying to swap to coilovers so maybe as the hummer is a GM vehicle i can use your products. Hope you can answer me and post a new video with a truck already with the swap. Thanks!
Is your conversion could not encounter clashing?
Can you make these work for a hummer h3?
How different are the 88-98 trucks to this
Need this on my pj pk ranger . Can't find a kit anywhere in Australia for it may be due to laws but I want it
Do you make conversion brackets for 97 gmc?
Compatible with gmt400 trucks?
Quigley 4x4 chevy express van option ?? I need coil over !
wish you will make this for a 60-62 chevy c10 youll be a hero for a lot people
When are you gonna make a set for the 88-99 trucks? Id buy this in a heartbeat
I do not have any 88-98 kits at this time
Really? I'll have to check them out
@@atomic178 I also would buy these in a heartbeat but I can't seem to find it on your site. Do you have a direct link to buy them?
@@MaximumTriangle They are here and both just the brackets or a full kit with everything atomicfabandperformance.com/product-category/cb/800-4wd/
@@atomic178 all I see is 99 to 06 stuff, is that compatible with the 88-99 gmt400 stuff too? I don't see that mentioned.
Why would this kit not work on a 98 Chevy ?
Go ahead and set me a kit aside! Rebuilding my 06 crew cab and this is a must have. Really cool! Thanks
Will do! Feel free to go to my website, www.atomicfabandperformance.com in the mean time, or send me an email at atomicfandp@gmail.com and I will get you taken care of!
So does this work on sierra/silverado trucks?
Also if I put a new lower control arm on my truck more of a pre runner/performance will this kit still work
Another thing can I level out my truck by putting bigger coil overs on with this kit?
Yes it works on all GM 1500 trucks and SUVs. You can use a factory replacement LCA but the stock one is fine also. Yes you can lift or lower your ride height with coilovers.
I have an 02 Chevy 1500 4x4 that rides really hard. Would this kit help improve the ride quality? I'm just looking for stock ride height this truck never leaves the pavement...thank you
Absolutely! Shoot me a message at atomicfandp@gmail.com and I will get you taken care of ;)
I was looking at the kits online but I didn’t know which one to purchase. I have a 4 wheel drive 2002 GMC Yukon with 2 inch lowering springs on the rear.
Hey, you will probably want my normal bracket full kit. The lifted one is typically only for trucks that want 2" or more over stock. Shoot me an email at atomicfandp@gmail.com if you have any questions.
what upper control arm would you recommend with the coil overs. i have keys right now and the upper control arm is resting in the droop stops causing a horrible ride. wanting to do the coil over swap and née control arms ! thank you
The stock UCA is usually fine, but some guys upgrade to the cognito one. The droop stop is a good indicator of where the other front end parts are at their limit, so be careful circumventing that or cutting it off. If you are hitting the droop stop I typically say you need to lower it a bit or install a lift kit that drops the LCA and front diff.
Got 2” drop spindles on my truck looking to convert the front over, would these work for me ? 2003 Chevy Tahoe 2wd with torsion bars
I'd like to know about this as well.
Hey what is your price for these? I have a 2005 Tahoe z71 all stock suspension but looking to put a 3 inch body lift would that effect these mounts in any way? Thanks
Hey Angie, I have all my prices on my website, www.atomicfabandperformance.com. No, a body mount will not affect them in any way.
Can you verify if this kit would be compatible with a 3/4 ton 4x4? I'm looking in to a set of Sway Away or Fox coilovers to complete the set up, as well as utilizing it for a mild lift (think "leveling kit"). Additionally, is there any stability issues or excessive wear introduced to the A arm bushings or ball joints? Thanks in advance for the reply.
Kyle, my lower brackets are not compatible with 1500HD or 2500HD trucks as the LCA is much different. However, you can still do this swap on those trucks by bolting the coilover shock directly to the LCA if you trust that factory shock mount. For the top you could use my 2wd mounting upper bracket that locates the the top of the shock and holds it in place while retaining the bearing style top, or use the procomp shock adapter which works but isnt as clean or strong. I have not heard of anyone having increased wear.
Thanks for the quick reply man. Very big help.
Same question for my duramax. What spring rates would you recommend?
nothing of the Isuzu trooper 98->02 ?
What coils thou?
Hello, where can I buy these?
And would they work on my 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 4WD with 7 inch lift??
Also what coil overs would go best with the set up? Thanks!
I have the brackets or full kits on my website, www.atomicfp.com. They will work with any lift kit as long as the UCA is in the factory position on the frame, not relocated lower. Send me an email at atomicfandp@gmail.com and I will get you fixed up! Thanks
Make a kit for 88 to 99 trucks yet? Can't find a kit anywhere for that year of trucks...
What shocks and springs can I use? I'd prefer to run Bilsteins. Also wanting a lift kit eventually, how will all that work
I sell my kit with Viking shocks, but QA1 can work also. Youll want my lifted bracket setup and may need to go to a longer coilover when you do the lift kit. atomicfabandperformance.com/product/99-06-torsion-bar-coilover-package-lifted-trucks/
@Atomic178.
I just purchased the full kit but ran into a problem with a 3 inch leveling! I noticed that the lower brackets are not flush with the Lca and since the arm is at an increased angle, when I turn either direction both brake calipers hit the bracket a lot resulting in no brakes. The only solution was to go to a lower leveling kit, which is very frustrating because I was hoping this kit would work. Any tips help at this point, thanks
What control arms are you using? If they are the oem ones I have seen the turn stops get worn down such that the calipers may hit. They should not touch under normal circumstances. Easy solution is to weld a washer or 2 to the LCA to make sure it stops it at the proper spot before the caliper hits. Also send me a picture of your setup to atomicfandp@gmail.com and I may see something else.
@@atomic178
Control arms are stock, I had 3 inch lift keys before the install. It could be possibly the stopper is worn will try that first
Does this work for a '03 ford ranger edge. The truck has a torsion bar but I cant find any forums on how to convert to coilovers.
No sir, my brackets are only intended for 99+ GM 1500 trucks/suvs.
@@atomic178 shit. Thanks anyways. Cool product.
I have a 2005 1500 z71 with a Fabtech 6" lift. Will this conversion give me 3-4" more lift on the front end?
Larry Adams you will be able to keep your 6" lifted height and convert to coilovers yes, but you will not be able to get an extra 3-4" for 9-10" total if that is what you are thinking.
atomic178 that is unfortunate because I need 3-4" more lift. The rear is easy with blocks. Any ideas for the front?
Larry Adams the issue is with all of the other front end stuff like tie rods, CVs, ball joints, etc., and not just the suspension. The easiest way is to do a 3" body lift with your current height to get the 9-10" you want.
I have a 6 inch lift on 2006 chevy silverado 1500 4x4, could I install them??
Yes sir as long as the UCA stays in the factory spot you are good to go!
Your two wheel drive kits should work with a lowered 2wd suburban that came stock with torsion bars as well right?
No, the two wheel drive kit is really for 2wd coil spring trucks. Anything with torsion bars needs the 4wd torsion bar kit regardless of 2wd or 4wd.
Does your company do anything for the 2006 Silverado 2500hd 4x4 with the duramax?
No sir, I only make stuff for the 1500s and I dont have anything for the 2500s and I dont personally recommend this swap for them because of the weight. I believe BDS makes a kit, but it is quite expensive.
will these work for a 07 classic crew cab its 2wd with torsion bars
Yes sir, the 2wd trucks with torsion bars share the same suspension as the 4wd trucks.
Need something like that for a s10 blazer !
10th gen f150s need some love:)
So what do I do with the torsion bars themselves after installing this kit and coilovers?
You take them off the truck when you do this conversion. I have one in my shed somewhere, and I use the other as a curl bar since its about 25lb, but you can do whatever you want ;)
jee, i wish u can do some conversion to eliminate the damn shaky torsions on a Blazers/Jimmy/Bravada/S10/15 4WD...
make a pullup bar out of them
Will these fit 07-10? Seems everything frame wise is the same from 01-10
No, these are 99-06 1500s only. I have a separate kit for 07+ 1500 trucks. I do not make a 2500 kit for any year.
Will this work for a 01 Silverado 2500hd? Which shocks did you use?
No, only 1500 trucks
Don't you have any installation vids on trucks , or step by step vids?
I dont have an installation video, but I do have a PDF document I wrote on my site with step by step instructions as the second half. atomicfabandperformance.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/AFP_Coilovers_v20.pdf
Wanting to change to coilovers on a 2wd 03 Silverado that is also lowered. Would this work for that application?
Also do these work on the 2500hd trucks?
Nevermind on the 2wd comment, just saw the other video.
@@BadLuckBran I have kits for both 2wd and 4wd 1500 trucks, but I do not recommend this swap for 2500hd trucks of any type.
atomic178 👍
I'd buy a set for a '98 K2500 in a second!
Any chance you make these for the OBS 96 -98?
No sir, just 99-06 and 07+
Will this work on a 02 Chevrolet 2500 2 wheel drive
You have coils??
Can you make a video with this installed on a vehicle? I wanna see how it all looks
I have some installed pictures on my site here: atomicfabandperformance.com/product/99-06-torsion-bar-coilover-package-lifted-trucks/
Will this fit on a 99 GMC Yukon, the older body style?
If you mean the GMT400 body style, then no, these are only for the GMT800 trucks.
Will you make a kit for the gmt400?
Still pushing for 88-99 obs trucks
Do you have a kit for the 02 gmc 2500 hd, 6.6l lb7
It has a 4" rancho lift. I would like to get it off the bump stops. Also do you think air shocks would work with this set up and keep the bars
Would you consider a kit for 88-98?
I would, but I don't have a 88-98 truck at my disposal to mock off of. From what I have seen their LCA is completely different and I am not sure a adapter bracket like I make would be the way to go.
I would be interested in 88-99 also
If I am lowering with just those coilover to 4” low, do I need to trim the bump stop? Or is there any recommended bump stop that can be replaced with the factory one and still work with the 4” low ? Thanks
I include an aftermarket bumpstop that will work with my kit as you cut off the factory one when you install the kit.
Will this kit work with a leveled 1999 to 2007 chevy 1500 4x4 that's not lifted just leveled if so what are the coilover shocks I would need thank you
Jay Woolfolk yes they will work with just leveled perfectly fine. Shoot me an email at atomicfandp@gmail.com and I'll get you fixed up!
Would this kit work with a 2004 ford ranger?
No, just 99+ 1500 GM trucks, sorry
Does this work on silverado classic? Early 07?
Yes, they are the same 06 trucks.
Does your kit work for non-4x4 ? 04yukon 2wd
Yes sir, works for all torsion bar 99+ gmt800 trucks and suvs regardless of 2wd or 4wd. All the SUVs are torsion bar, but only the 4wd trucks are torsion bar.
Do you make these for mazda bravo 4x4 models?
No sir, just the 99+ GM 1500 trucks
Would I be able to utilize the oem coil over parts with this kit?.
There are no OEM coilovers for this year. If you mean use a 07+ strut, then no, that is totally different in terms of size and mounting.
What coil over system would you recommend?
@@samuelcruz5191 The one I sell on my website using Viking coilovers, www.atomicfp.com
These work for K2500 HD Duramax trucks? Thanks in advance
No sir, 1500 trucks only
@@atomic178 Is there any hope for the 2500 guys in the future?
How do I get a set for my 2000 Chevy blazer 4x4
I only make ones for 1500 trucks at this time
Do you have a kit for a 2003 hummer H2?
Unfortunately no, just the 1500 trucks
Does this work for 03 GMC Sierra 1500 HD?
No, only the normal 1500s. The 1500HD is basically a 2500.
how much lift is this good for without a drop diff set up?
ultrarare pepe I only recommend up to 3" without a "real" lift because after that all your front end angles get terrible. Things like CVs, ball joints, tie rods, etc.
Roughly 3" without anything else due to the angles of the other front end stuff like ball joints, CVs, tie rods, etc.
atomic178 i gotcha thanks man, looks like i’m gonna get a 4.5 bds drop diff lift and then coil over swap it
atomic178 how is the ride quality compared to stock torsion bars?
It is great! Much better than torsion bars.
Anyone put this on a Colorado?
Can I run king shocks on this ?
Maybe, as long as they use a 1/2" bolt and bearing width fits within the brackets. King/fox generally does not have a great selection of shocks in the length you need depending on your ride height. I use Viking shocks with my kit.
Will this work on a 2500
No, this is for 1500s only, sorry.
Anything for the previous generation? 92-99?
Not suspension wise, no sir.
@@atomic178 ok, Ty sir
How much is it & can i keep it at stock height??
Yes you can keep stock height. The basic kit works anywhere from 3" of drop to 3" of lift (and everywhere in between) quite easily. Price is roughly $950 for EVERYTHING youll need. More info is on my site, www.atomicfabandperformance.com
What is the purpose of these? It's not to be an asshole or anything but I just bought an 06 Sierra with coil overs and I want to know the difference
It is to convert the 99-06 torsion bar trucks to coilovers. The 2wd trucks have conventional coil springs with a shock in the middle (not coilovers), which I also make a kit for. If your truck already has real coilovers installed then it is not stock.
Will it work for 2wd yukon
yep! I have full kits on my site, www.atomicfp.com
This work for 05 avalanche?
Yep!
how about welding the bracket to the frame instead of drilling
Sure, but drilling and bolting works fine also
How do I order this
Easiest way is through my site, www.atomicfp.com
Where can I buy them?
www.atomicfp.com
whats the price on this set
never mind.. found it on your site
what exactly is the reason why 98 wont work?
The 88-98 trucks are a completely different control arm and frame design, even though they may look similar.
@@richardwayne4748 that would have been perfect for my Tahoe, oh well thanks again for quick reply
Where could i get somthing like this ??
My website, www.atomicfabandperformance.com
atomic178 thanks for the reply
atomic178 also another question what kit if u have one would fit an 06 gmc yukon denali awd ??
Yes sir, my torsion bar brackets fit all 1500 GMT800 99-06 GM trucks/SUVS
atomic178 thank you for the help going to be looking at your stuff and will be ordering one soon !!
Is this 4wd only?
The shown brackets are for torsion bar trucks, which come factory on 4wd trucks and 2wd or 4wd SUVs. I also have a kit on my site for coil spring trucks, so everything is covered. www.atomicfabandperformance.com
Thank you