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QA1 78-88 GM A/G-Body Adjustable Rear Frame Support

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QAP5285
806990064745
Chassis Bracing
1 Units In Stock - Ships Next Business Day
$ 321.21 $ 289.95
$ 289.95

SKU: 5285 | UPC: 806990064745

QA1 78-88 GM A/G-Body Adjustable Rear Frame Support

QA1 Adjustable Rear Frame Supports strengthen the rear suspension on 1978-1988 GM A/G-Body vehicles including Chevrolet Malibu Monte Carlo El Camino Buick Regal Pontiac Grand Prix LeMans Bonneville Oldsmobile Cutlass and GMC Caballero. These supports eliminate chassis flex while reinforcing upper and lower trailing arm mounts to deliver improved handling traction and overall suspension performance. Installation is straightforward with included hardware and design clears stock and aftermarket mufflers.

Key Features

  • Heavy-Duty Construction: Built from 1-inch diameter cold rolled steel tubing for maximum strength and durability under high-performance conditions
  • Adjustable Preload: Zinc plated threaded sleeves allow precise preload adjustments on rear trailing arm mounts after installation for custom suspension tuning
  • Muffler Clearance: Engineered to fit without interference alongside stock exhaust systems or popular aftermarket mufflers
  • Complete Hardware Kit: All necessary bolts nuts and fasteners included for bolt-on installation without additional parts
  • Chassis Reinforcement: Targets critical flex points to maintain geometry enhance stability and improve cornering and launch traction

Product Notes

  • Adjust preload after full suspension assembly for optimal performance
  • Zinc plating resists corrosion for long-term reliability in all weather conditions
  • Direct bolt-on design uses factory mounting locations

Installation Notes

  • Professional installation recommended.
  • Tighten to specified torque after preload adjustment with vehicle at ride height
  • Compatible with stock frames and most aftermarket suspension components

This Part Fits

Year Make Model Submodel
1978-1982 Chevrolet Malibu Classic
1978-1980 Chevrolet Malibu Classic Estate
1978-1981 Chevrolet Malibu Classic Landau
1979-1980 Chevrolet Malibu Classic Sport
1979-1980 Chevrolet Malibu Estate
1979 Chevrolet Malibu Landau
1978-1987 Buick Regal Base
1988 Buick Regal Custom
1982-1983 Buick Regal Estate Wagon
1987 Buick Regal GNX
1984-1987 Buick Regal Grand National
1978-1988 Buick Regal Limited
1982 Buick Regal Limited Turbo
1978-1982 Buick Regal Sport
1978-1987 Pontiac Bonneville Base
1978-1986 Pontiac Bonneville Brougham
1984-1987 Pontiac Bonneville LE
1978-1981 Pontiac Bonneville Safari
1978-1980 Pontiac Grand Am Base
1978-1987 Pontiac Grand Prix Base
1981-1987 Pontiac Grand Prix Brougham
1978 Chevrolet Monte Carlo Sport
1980 Chevrolet Monte Carlo Sport
1983-1988 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS
1981-1986 GMC Caballero Amarillo
1981-1987 GMC Caballero Base
1981 GMC Caballero Conquista
1981-1987 GMC Caballero Diablo
1979 Chevrolet Malibu Police
1979-1980 Chevrolet Malibu Sport
1979 Chevrolet Monte Carlo Base
1981-1988 Chevrolet Monte Carlo Base
1983 Chevrolet Monte Carlo CL
1978-1981 Chevrolet Monte Carlo Landau
1986-1988 Chevrolet Monte Carlo LS
1981 GMC Caballero Royal Knight
1980 Oldsmobile Cutlass Base
1980-1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass Brougham
1980-1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass LS
1978-1979 Oldsmobile Cutlass Vista Cruiser
1979 Oldsmobile Cutlass Vista Cruiser Brougham
1983-1986 Buick Regal T-Type
1978-1987 Chevrolet El Camino Base
1978 Chevrolet El Camino Conquista
1981-1986 Chevrolet El Camino Conquista
1979-1981 Chevrolet El Camino Royal Knight
1978-1987 Chevrolet El Camino SS
1978-1981 Chevrolet Malibu Base
1984-1987 Pontiac Grand Prix LE
1978-1983 Pontiac Grand Prix LJ
1978-1980 Pontiac Grand Prix SJ
1978-1981 Pontiac LeMans Base
1978-1981 Pontiac LeMans Safari

Why Choose QA1?

  • Trusted by racers and enthusiasts for reliable suspension components
  • High-strength materials built to withstand demanding track and street use
  • Precision engineering ensures perfect fit and performance gains

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Q: Will this fit my 1981-1988 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS?
    A: Yes it fits 1983-1988 Monte Carlo SS along with Base Landau LS and other 78-88 GM A/G-Body models listed
  • Q: What material and finish does it use?
    A: Constructed from 1-inch cold rolled steel tubing with zinc plating on adjustable sleeves for corrosion resistance and durability
  • Q: Is special hardware needed for installation?
    A: No all required hardware is included for direct bolt-on installation using factory frame mounts

Shipping &amp. Handling

  • Method: UPS Ground
  • Availability: In stock - ships same or next business day
  • Packaging: Securely boxed 32 x 8 x 4 inches
  • Weight: 11.2 lbs

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