Hotchkis 4015 User Manual

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Please read the following key points b efore installing this kit.
1 – Before performing the subframe connector installation, the vehicle must be completely

assembled with all body and component parts installed (e.g. fenders, hood, quarterpanels,
trunk, full interior, engine, glass, etc.). Basically, the subframe connectors should be one of
the last components installed on your vehicle. Reason being is you want the vehicle settled
with all of it’s own final weight. The car’s body is always in constant tension, with forces
pushing or pulling within the chassis & body. You want to make sure these forces don’t
change after you install the subframe connectors. For example, if you installed subframe
connectors before installing the engine and body panels this may result in having misaligned
fenders, door panels and/or hood later on. The car must be in it’s final state before the
subframe connectors are installed.

2 – The subframe connectors must be installed on an alignment rack or floor ramps (all 4
wheels). The vehicle must be sitting on it’s wheels at ride height in order to install the
subframe connectors. Do not use a two-post lift, as this will load the chassis/body in the
wrong points causing the chassis to t weak.

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Subframe Connectors

Your new subframe connectors will increase the overall rigidity of your chassis and
improve handling and response. These engineered components connect the rear frame
rails with the front subframe to simul ate a complete full frame chassis.

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Notes

Before You Start

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The subframe connector is essentially a Weld-In component, effectively connecting the
front subframe and rear frame rails.

The installation of these subframe connectors will require you to grind and weld. It is
recommended that a trained professional install this product. Always wear eye
protection when grinding or welding. : Please read the entire manual before starting. All
images will depict the driver side installation.

1. Raise Vehicle

It is best to install the subframe connectors at ride height. To do this properl y, please
use a 4-Post lift or alignment ra c k. Disconnect the negative battery cable.

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2. Prepare Subframe Pieces for Welding

Subframe pieces come fully powder coated so you will want to first prep them for the
welding process. Sand the front section and the rear mounting bracket where the parts
will be welded.

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3. Trial Fit the Subframe Connectors

Before we weld anything we must first determine where we need to grind for welding
and how the front mounting bracket is going to be positioned.

The front mounting point is located in-line with the front frame rails just outboard of
the torsion bar rear mounting point. The rear mounting point is located at the fro nt
section of the rear frame rails. Grind and clean these areas as shown in the picture.

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