Sean, a lot of facts and speculation about the do-luck subframe

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Old 12-07-2003, 09:51 PM
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Sean, a lot of facts and speculation about the do-luck subframe

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More and more I'm looking into it. Nothing like a good stiff frame to make me happy.



Anyone, feel free to misquote me on that.
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both the Do-Luck and the other one look like pretty sweet pieces. from what i can tell from visiting http://www.do-luck-usa.com the aluminum subframe and arm bar are just a touch under $500. i'd be really interested to hear from someone who installed one of these things.
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maybe somebody here might buy one!
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I might, but

I really want to get wheels and tires first. Unfortunately that is a multi $K investment. This and the Cusco v2 brace are some things that I'm seriously looking at. I've been looking at the V2 brace for quite some time. San did that mod, didn't he? I'm curious what kind of difference he got. No promises on a time frame, but once I do it, I'll post up.

However, if people are right and this DQ's me for Auto-x I probably won't. If not SM, then what category could I run in? As far as I know, SM was the "most extreme" category.
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I did the Cusco V2

with the ALK. Like most mods, you feel it at first, then you're used to it fast. Can't say which made the difference.

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I guess Bozzspeed has their own version.

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there is a nice Cusco replica in the shop right now!
i can't believe how light it is!
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the bozzspeed version looks sweet. i wonder how it compares in price to the Do-Luck piece?
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Found here $150 (Canadian, I think)

Looks as if the subframe stays on with this one.

As a side note, if anyone has an old FB Mazda, this kit would be awesome.
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Is this direct replacement for the OEM subframe or is it an add-on to the original subframe? I bent my subframe with a jack and may think about upgrading too. Can someone fill me in por favor!
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...Works without modification to factory equipment, compatible with factory or aftermarket exhaust systems. Works with front mount intercooler kits and piping. Bolt on application, does not require drilling or altering any factory pieces. Ties 4 points together for maximum chassis rigidity. Immediately noticeable difference in cornering, acceleration and braking. Constructed of lightweight high strength steel, solid, hinge-less design to eliminate bar flex. Works with unmodified factory equipment. A chassis must for the drifter, drag racer, or road racer. Required component for high hp applications...
When they're saying 'without modifying', I'm taking it to mean that you can keep the old one on there, but they're not saying whether it'll work without the stock undercarriage brace.

I know that the word on the Do-Luck is that you can remove the stock brace, and this one doesn't look like it's designed much differently. I guess it will just be a question of design and material sturdiness.
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those prices are a bit high for me unless im doing some serious racing. it seems like a front tower brace IMHO... just underneath.
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