Banana Connectors - Page 2

98banana · 12-31-2003, 04:39 PM

I'm not 100% sure I know where you're talking about. The only part that doesn't line up perfectly is the rear of the connectors where they weld to the rear subframe. It is skewed on the rear because the front and rear frames aren't parallel.

They have 1/4" more clearance than the MM full length subs and the same clearance as the MM regular length and Griggs. I am going to have an available 1.25" high, thinner wall connector available like MM has. It's harder to get though and cost more when it can be found. I'm still shopping for it.

What I will be doing however is a battery of tests on the different thicknesses and will post the results on my web site. I'll also test bent vs. cut/weld for strength.

I also have a design that I will use on cars with side exhaust. There are some compromises, of course, but they should also be stronger than any other SFC's on the market. I know, that's a bold statement, but the tests will tell. I think I have a donor car with side exit exhaust in mind so I'll let you know how it goes.

Thanks for the feedback!

Edit: kant speel

johnbasf · 12-31-2003, 06:38 PM

Call these guys tom, Stock Car Steel and Aluminum 888-752-7272.

I can't wait to visit them. I got a sheet of the black plastic(3/16") from them. They are located in Mooresville,NC

98banana · 12-31-2003, 06:49 PM

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Originally posted by johnbasf
Call these guys tom, Stock Car Steel and Aluminum 888-752-7272.

I can't wait to visit them. I got a sheet of the black plastic(3/16") from them. They are located in Mooresville,NC

Will do, thanks. Is this a wholesale place?

johnbasf · 12-31-2003, 06:52 PM

Walk ins welcome. These guys sell to the NASCAR teams. Will Sadler knows more about them than I do.

98banana · 12-31-2003, 06:53 PM

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Originally posted by johnbasf
Walk ins welcome. These guys sell to the NASCAR teams. Will Sadler knows more about them than I do.

I'm kind of looking for a wholesale place that I can get a good bulk order from. I'll call them Friday.

johnbasf · 12-31-2003, 06:56 PM

The "Invisible Man"

98banana · 12-31-2003, 09:07 PM

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Originally posted by johnbasf
The "Invisible Man"

??? If I know what you're talking about, and I think I do, then back at'cha...

justagt · 01-02-2004, 11:17 AM

Oh, trust me, you can buy as much of whatever you want from them. SUPER nice guys and if it is made, they will have it. I get my 4x8 sheets of alum sheet metal for about $40 or so, if I remember right.

wildhorsesracin · 01-04-2004, 11:03 PM

I have used them a few times as well, they'll have pretty much everything you need in stock... give them a call!

spittincobra01 · 01-05-2004, 01:26 PM

I agree with the statement, you should paint them all yellow!! goes with the whole bananna motorsports theme

these look great Tom! Maybe whn I move to NC I'll have you do up a set for me too

12-31-2003, 04:39 PM	#16
98banana Registered User Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: North, SC Posts: 1,789	I'm not 100% sure I know where you're talking about. The only part that doesn't line up perfectly is the rear of the connectors where they weld to the rear subframe. It is skewed on the rear because the front and rear frames aren't parallel. They have 1/4" more clearance than the MM full length subs and the same clearance as the MM regular length and Griggs. I am going to have an available 1.25" high, thinner wall connector available like MM has. It's harder to get though and cost more when it can be found. I'm still shopping for it. What I will be doing however is a battery of tests on the different thicknesses and will post the results on my web site. I'll also test bent vs. cut/weld for strength. I also have a design that I will use on cars with side exhaust. There are some compromises, of course, but they should also be stronger than any other SFC's on the market. I know, that's a bold statement, but the tests will tell. I think I have a donor car with side exit exhaust in mind so I'll let you know how it goes. Thanks for the feedback! Edit: kant speel __________________ Tom Lewis Nothing fun to drive...

12-31-2003, 06:38 PM	#17
johnbasf Registered User Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Lewisville,NC Posts: 2,674	Call these guys tom, Stock Car Steel and Aluminum 888-752-7272. I can't wait to visit them. I got a sheet of the black plastic(3/16") from them. They are located in Mooresville,NC __________________ John Pearson

12-31-2003, 06:52 PM	#19
johnbasf Registered User Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Lewisville,NC Posts: 2,674	Walk ins welcome. These guys sell to the NASCAR teams. Will Sadler knows more about them than I do. __________________ John Pearson

12-31-2003, 06:56 PM	#21
johnbasf Registered User Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Lewisville,NC Posts: 2,674	The "Invisible Man" __________________ John Pearson

01-02-2004, 11:17 AM	#23
justagt Registered User Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Salisbury, NC Posts: 299	Oh, trust me, you can buy as much of whatever you want from them. SUPER nice guys and if it is made, they will have it. I get my 4x8 sheets of alum sheet metal for about $40 or so, if I remember right. __________________ Will #32 joegibbsracingoil.com

01-04-2004, 11:03 PM	#24
wildhorsesracin Registered User Join Date: May 2002 Location: Finger, NC Posts: 164	re: Stock Car Steel I have used them a few times as well, they'll have pretty much everything you need in stock... give them a call! __________________ - Jim www.wildhorsesracing.com www.NASA-Southeast.com

01-05-2004, 01:26 PM	#25
spittincobra01 NH S.E.C. Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Hooksett, NH Posts: 527	I agree with the statement, you should paint them all yellow!! goes with the whole bananna motorsports theme these look great Tom! Maybe whn I move to NC I'll have you do up a set for me too __________________ 2001 Black coupe #935 of 3867

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