RapidAir Chassis and Suspension

Caster and camber are critical adjustments to your car's suspension alignment. It's important to understand what caster and camber are as well as how they can affect your car's performance.

Click to learn about split wishbone, hairpin radius rod, and four bar suspensions. Learn the history and difference between these solid axle suspension designs.

This article guides you through the process of repairing and painting a subframe for a 1967 Poncho Firebird. See how the front suspension gets an overhaul including new G-comp spindles and a disc brake kit.

In this Tech Tip, a returning customer asks for advice on building a front suspension kit for his Model A rat rod.

Learn about the steps and tools necessary for a smooth chassis assembly for your sprint car.

Incorporating a Model A rear cross member and a high arc stock spring into a roadster build.

We will show you the differences among traditional I-beam and tube axles and suspension designs used on hot rods; the differences between cross and traditional steering, measuring for springs, what spindles to choose, and much more.

Learn about rack and pinion steering and the benefits to this specific system. This type of steering design uses a set of gears to convert rotational motion into linear motion. Find out more on the differences between manual vs. powered styles.

Learn how replace lower and upper rear control arms. Read up on racer Steve's A-body control arm replacement and the bushings included kit he recommends.

In this Tech Tip, John offers up a couple solutions to a customer on the hunt for a coil over kit for his 2-door Model A.