SPEC chassis for 2nd Gen F-Body

IT'S HERE!!! Possibly one of our most hotly requested chassis setups - SPEC for 2nd Gen F-Body is all new and ready to rock!
Phil and Jeremy Gerber walk us through the unique features for the Roadster Shop 2nd Gen SPEC chassis setup and highlight the details that make this chassis such an appealing package for any 1970-81 project.
ZERO FLOOR MODS NEEDED. Fully, bolt-in, complete chassis - Full details, standard features, options and pricing here:
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See the build gallery of our 1970 Trans AM SPEC project HERE - roadstershop.c...
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Why SPEC?
- No kinks, bends or stressed areas that are prone to flex like mandrel bent tubing.
- Ability to contour to stock floors for no floor modifications on most applications.
- CNC located factory mounts built into the frame for easy, vehicle specific installation.
- Frame rail designs to accommodate 325 width rear tire with mini-tub.
- Add the strength of a full frame without modifying the floor of your vehicle.
Standard Features:
- RS exclusive “Laser Rails” precision CNC laser cut and contoured
- Crossmembers and chassis bracing to allowing for 3″ exhaust
- Engine mounts for SBC, BBC, or optional LS & LT
- Adjustable, drop out trans mount
- No floor modifications required for chassis installation
- Trans tunnel mods may be necessary for larger automatic transmissions
- Utilizes factory body, bumper, and core support mounts for a true bolt-on installation
- SPEC IFS
- RS SV by Fox fixed valve coilovers
- Power rack & pinion steering
- Easy to adjust upper a-arm eccentric mounts for fast and accurate alignments
- Wilwood Pro Spindle
- Parallel 4-Bar rear suspension
- Ford 9" housing with 31 spline axles
Video Guide:
0:10 Introduction
0:39 Backstory of 2nd Gen F Body SPEC
2:16 Powerplant Options
2:34 Transmission Options
2:57 2nd Gen Design Brief
4:02 Unique SPEC Chassis Details
4:54 The Brake Line Problem
5:37 Chassis and Body Mounts
6:19 Unique 4-Link Setup
7:06 Standard and Optional SPEC Details
7:45 EZ SPEC Install
8:14 Let's See Those F-Body Builds!

[@mitchellh6885]

Now this is an upgrade that I would invest in for my 70 Camaro, this is next level stuff

[@user-xw4ru7ih3h]

From what is see this is the way to go. These guys covered everything to make the 2 gen jump in the 21 century and keep with todays cars on the road. This will bring new life for the Beutifull old cars. I so want one having two 1970 -71 Formula Firebirds

[@stevescoville8465]

This chassis should never be painted, what a work of art. Shoot it clear. Jeez, so beautiful!

[@CarlosN-pq9zr]

Nice, hope to use my first few checks from my retirement to finally finish my '80 Camaro I've been hanging on to since 1983. This looks like the perfect base for it. Thank you guys.

[@transam4555]

Wow you guys really know what you're doing I love the fact that you guys could put this out into the market, I feel it's going to be big as second gens are getting more and more popular by the day. Awesome job brothers

[@troygaskins2082]

I hope fellow car enthusiast can appreciate what these guys have accomplished

[@fogtown3027]

Love the story on the TA.. My first car was a TA 455 cameo white with blue interior🤘

[@RoadsterShop]

Haha - really? That's amazing.

[@fbodyx2gbodyx151]

I would love to put this chassis under both my 1971 Camaro and 1980 firebird. Great job. Looks amazing.

[@leea4624]

My ‘71 needs this!!! Gorgeous

[@patrickfay7111]

I've had my '78 Z since 1985. I was in high school. For so. many. years. it was the least-respected Camaro ever. So great to see such love for these beautiful cars. Your new chassis is now on my bucket list. Well played.

[@_the_Chad_]

So much want. That's a beautiful chassis

[@rocketscience777999]

Very impressive that they have a full Solidworks CAD file of the entire car. Its a lot more worrk up front, but a huge savings down the road when you go to assemble the car and everthing fits as planned.

[@medihedayati9132]

I love what you guys do.it’s very neat.I hope to bring you a car to build very soon.

[@CFII1974]

This is perfect for the 79 im working on. Great job

[@tflnorthamerica4585]

Cant wait to get mine! Got one on order.Also, the professionalism/service of this company is spectacular.

[@johnconnell1424]

Just got me a 79 Camaro that would be a awesome upgrade 😎

[@johndowling6131]

Wish this had been available when I built my 72 Camaro... (finished in 2003) Would have done my best to scrape the funding together. However to go back and start over is not feasable... not does it make sense at this stage in life for me. Maybe, whoever buys it, will have the budget and the drive to take it to this next level of performance. Would gladly send pic, but youtube doesn't support such a response. Awesome job GUYS!!!

[@alphafort]

Very professional quality and presentation. I like the compact, yet detailed information. Good stuff!

[@biffy7]

Holy cow. I feel I’ve been looking fir you guys my entire life.

[@jameshoberg1609]

You guys are awesome! I've never seen anything put out by you guys that could be considered Near half assed. You post more I'll keep watching!

[@jackdan5811]

Nice work

[@maristoldboys5466]

This is Marvellous work!

[@dogfacedponysoldier1692]

Beautiful

[@CROIXsather]

Amazing design and work you put into this. And the CAD video showing how it bolts in a deal closer.

[@CarguyEd5150]

My 77 TA so needs this and what a work of art that chassis is. I so wish I could have went this route. Congratulations on your success and your shop is amazing!

[@YoungHeartedSoul]

Beautiful work of art. Wish I could install this on my 73 firebird. Gorgeous job!!

[@barnabyjones5161]

Wish i could afford this for my 1970 camaro...

[@rodrickwilliams7868]

Now This a Fascinating and Interesting investment...

[@clist9406]

Taking old school to next level high tech , awesome job

[@SF80CAMARO]

Still have my #s matching LM1 80 z28 with t's since highschool 88'. Would be tons of fun....no xtra cash thanks to Covid.

[@mckinleymckeehan7511]

Great work

[@brandonchang4685]

Big fan of your work and been following your company for a few years now, my goal is to get a least one built by y’all. Keep up the excellent work

[@terrellhunter]

amazing work

[@Zelaznogsiul-63]

I can dream about putting that chassis on my 80 trans am, it sure looks nice. Great video.

[@erreoable]

Please, built a Survivor chassis for a Chevy Nova 68-73. Thanks so much!

[@louisthomas1829]

Love the way you did the suspension and everything the frame is outstanding one thing you didn’t mention did you consider the wider wheel tubs in the rear so you put real tires back there. I was just checking on that and hopefully you do you had an integrated him thank you .

[@zvonimirskvorc3006]

These guys make muscle cars handle, they are the gods 🔥🤙

[@RoadsterShop]

We're mortals - but thanks - we love making things go fast (and handle)!

[@shannonczarnick2418]

Where you guys located and can I pick up two of them

[@Amos_Lee]

Ground clearance was a major problem for mufflers great job guy wish I had my 71 bird back 😢

[@justabystander3897]

I will take 2 of these 72& 81 trans am

[@baezn88]

That's so cool.

[@davebarron5939]

Massive upgrades, I was a little surprised that with all this, you didn't look into using a Corvette, aftermarket, etc. rear I.R.S set up. Great stuff.

[@mikalnaylor]

Talk with them, they can put in whatever you want for a rear end. :)

[@jakefriesenjake]

​@@mikalnaylorI'm sure they can, but I doubt they have the calculations or the program/setup for it. Would probably be custom, so expect to pay $$$ more than the already $$$$$$. They can do it tho.

[@ericdixon5160]

I'm keeping my 78 trans am, all Oldsmobile. Lol the numbers match and it's a beautiful car just the way Detroit made her! (Actually L.A.)

[@texasgarage145]

That's a super dope chassie you guys made awesome work

[@elainajack]

This is not a second generation Camaro!!! Great work and love the car!

[@trasher2848]

Beautiful stuff!

[@wendellbrownbrown5968]

How cool is that, you can turn your 6 cylinder grocery getter , into a beast at the track

[@fuelbasti]

impressive

[@eliasmaximus4857]

Wow, I need to save up! If you guys want to sponsor my firebird and have this installed, let me know!! lol

[@TheWolfMatt]

This is exactly what these old F-Bodies have been needing. The unibody structure and A-frame front end doesn't make for a very solid chassis, especially if you want to build a 600+ hp pro touring sports car from a 2nd Gen Firebird/Camaro line. Looks like I have some saving to do for the system I want on my 78 Firebird Formula. Looking forward to this one.

[@keithbarnett9449]

Do you have one for 1971 chevy Nova? Looks great!!

[@transammusclemachine9386]

Looks great!

[@charlesprevost6190]

Love this

[@cristianweekendworrierproj1130]

Thas sick would love to have it for my 1980 TURBO TA

[@michaelsaier92]

I need that chassis. Looking for a good body to mount to it now

[@loukastsoulakos5497]

You guys have to make Independent rear suspension. That would be a game changer

[@RoadsterShop]

SPEC is designed to be an easier bolt in product and so IRS is not accomodated in this chassis lineup. In FAST TRACK however we do offer IRS as an upgrade. roadstershop.com/product/full-chassis/1970-81-camaro-chassis/

[@turbo6ful]

What's the turn around on the frame time , I need this, it's about time someone did this

[@RoadsterShop]

Give us a call whenever you are ready to order and we can give you an accurate timeline. 847-949-7637

[@karolapolinsantillan3804]

@@RoadsterShop amigo quisiera comprar un chasis soy de Perú cuál es el precio y el procedimiento de compra .....ó talvez me puedes vender los planos para poder fabricarlos aquí mismo

[@maninhos95]

Top demais queria muito trabalhar em uma empresa como essa ✌🏽✌🏽🇧🇷🇧🇷

[@kirillsushko782]

I’m gonna put this on my z28 but it’s a 2000. Some bits might stick out ;)

[@alexbrook9871]

Don’t think that’s gonna work bro

[@RoadsterShop]

@@alexbrook9871 lol

[@keything8487]

BAD ASS !!!

[@pontiacexcitement4evrponti995]

Why no option to run a true PONTIAC motor under a Firebird. They too can be built to go fast (or faster), than a Chevy motor. Look at what "Big Chief" has proven. Wide port Edelbrocks, Tiger, Ram Air V tunnel ports can flow alot of air, not to mention the billet heads. All I'm asking is it should be an option, even at an extra cost. Aftermarket PONTIAC blocks,forged cranks and better breathing heads have made the PONTIAC V8 a horsepower and torque monster. If u don't want to do that, build a frame for a 4-wheel electric motor 2nd gen F-body so a Firebird Trans Am could live into the 22nd century. Hopefully before the government forces everyone to buy an electric powered vehicle. Thank you for building an "Awesome" frame. P.S. Someone has already built a 1965 or 66 Electric Ford Mustang. Don't u think an 1970 and a half or 1971 PONTIAC TRANS AM more powerful all electric powered car should pull up in the other lane?

[@RoadsterShop]

We can certainly build mounts as a custom option on these. We just don't get enough demand for the Pontiac powerplants to make them a production item.

[@BeigeYeti12345]

What size tire fits under the rear of a car with this setup?

[@ezequielgarcia8565]

I have a 1979 Camaro Rs that I placed a z28 body kit on it. After halfway work from shops spending 3-4K on the body and still not being satisfied. Along with other work that barely puts a dent in the project. If you’re interested in taking her in to fit up your stuff Feel free to do so ((:

[@RoadsterShop]

Well we already built the chassis around the '70 T/A in the video, but we would be happy to finish off the car. If you're interested in doing a full build let us know.

[@outlawtransam]

man i would love this but it pushes the car weight over 4250 lbs...

[@silentknight9509]

Can you possibly do a install video on this set up

[@wendellbrownbrown5968]

So am I reading this right? You guys are putting a frame into a uni- bodied car? Or are you putting a better frame into an already framed car

[@illililililillli]

Frame into a unibody car

[@RoadsterShop]

We've designed the chassis to work with the factory sub rails.

[@vannjunkin8041]

2nd generation 🔥 🐦

[@DHEVYCHEVY]

I love your vids I have a 77 how much is this

[@RoadsterShop]

Thank you! $11,995 complete for this one.

[@mikedupell7121]

Would love to have this but at 12 grand its out of my pocket book

[@vannjunkin8041]

Id rather pay 12k for this versus 11k for independent rear from Heidts.. much more overall bang for the buck

[@victordahn2150]

why would you not put adjustment holes on the lower control arm to get more antisquat?

[@ImWillsZX]

Could this be done in an IRS setup????

[@RoadsterShop]

IRS is an option on our FAST TRACK chassis setup - check them out on our website.

[@speedmetal7198]

You mentioned chassis had LS & LT motor mounts. But what about Firebirds running factory Pontiac power?

[@l...]

From BANK’S POWER

[@roydittler1052]

What width tire can you fit without mini tub?

[@CopaseticFate]

I love this, is it available?

[@RoadsterShop]

Yup - link in the description.

[@Roboticgladiator]

What does this do to the ground clearance? Also, does it cause the body to sit higher? Can it accommodate a Butler Pontiac engine?

[@machk9967]

Which software do they use? Who knows it? Thank you so much

[@tom4139]

Powder coating is $3000 - can I use bed-liner?

[@williansribeiro4093]

Aqui no brasil e muito e muito burocrático esse tipo de serviços

[@robertc4311]

Very cool! Can it be ordered with powder coating?

[@RoadsterShop]

Absolutely!

[@robertspadaro4329]

Beautiful chassis. Do you plan to offer Pontiac motor mounts for this product? That's virtually the only thing that would make me consider the Schwartz full frame over this.

[@RoadsterShop]

Robert - give us a call and we can go over options for motor mounts. 847-949-7637

[@jasonhunter6991]

How do I get sponsored for a frame for my 78- will work for frame

[@javierchacon168]

How much hp can it handle??

[@jasonhull5712]

That's awesome! Now I just need to sell my first born or hit the lotto to be able to afford it! Haha Professional products/ professional prices. Not hating, just not anywhere near most DIY guys budgets. But we can dream and drool... 🤤

[@pontiac7713]

I have a 72 grand prix would that fit or would u need to make a whole new frame for it???

[@CaptZenPetabyte]

Do you have anything for the 1984 trans am?

[@RoadsterShop]

Yep! Our Fast Track is available for the 3rd gens. Available with IRS optional. roadstershop.com/product/full-chassis/1982-1992-chevrolet-camaro-chassis/ Let us know if you have any questions.

[@silentknight9509]

Will this allow for a t-56 magnum f or only the older t-56

[@devildecalsl.l.c1919]

What kind of money does this kit run? Can a sbc350 with turbo 350/400 bolt in?

[@williamhelus3522]

When I have a Pontiac, Have to have a Butler performance engine. Not some Chevy. BullyBilly.

[@tkz28]

How much does it cost?

[@in4theaction]

I'm loosing my mind, will you trade my C10 for one of these chassis done up? I am pulling the most beat 79 z28 out of a field and putting this chassis under it!

[@ianharte7610]

Do you ship to Canada 🇨🇦?

[@cl9170]

You have so many options for the Camaro / Firebird cars , why do you not build a SPEC series chassis for the 68-72 Novas? Only TRAK series? Any reason for that?

[@RoadsterShop]

The goal of the SPEC series is to simplify installation typically without removing the factory floor. Doing so requires a larger amount of engineering than the Fast Track lineup in order to make that easier install work with the factory floors. Some vehicles it's just not possible to do this - others we haven't had the opportunity to invest the time required to create the SPEC chassis - and others yet are just not great candidates for the SPEC lineup.

[@cl9170]

@@RoadsterShop thanks for the informative response. 👍

[@chrisphillips5682]

3 years later, how are these selling? Who buys them? As a bird owner I see this upgrade and want it for mine, then I see the cost and cannot justify it for myself. Not to say it’s over priced at all, it’s just not for me. I’m curious which bird owners are putting this under their cars? Is it jay leno types? Old guys, or tech bros with cash that don’t want a typical Italian sports car. I’d love to put this on my bird to be clear. Just out of reach at the moment

[@entropicdoom8018]

What tire widths on front and back can do fit without cutting? I am assuming if you put in a 325 rear you will loose the back seats?

[@speedmetal7198]

I am running a P325 in back of my '81 WS6 TA without tubs, & using factory 7.5" x 15" wheels. This was achieved with just a pair of billet, hub-centric spacers. Mine were 13/16", but I'm pretty sure 11/16ths would work a hair better & keep the tires from contacting wheelhouse, or shock tubes/leafsprings.

[@jeffv2074]

its PERFECTION! to bad my project car is a 1978 original turbo regal with Ttops, Schwartz performance has what i want but waaaay to expensive, to the point, I can teach myself to weld and build the frame myself for 20k plus. i can do it on Autodesk fusion 360 and 3D print it in 1/10 scale or 190mm and make whatever tweaks needed before building full scale. this hobby has gotten to expensive, ill build my own.

[@RoadsterShop]

For about $11k - you get a laser cut and welded chassis, Fox suspension tuned by RS, mounts for whatever motor you want, and all modern suspension geometry that bolts under your car. Let us know if you don't end up DIY'ing it - we'd love to help you out!

[@stephanierooney7000]

How does someone order 1 of these

[@RoadsterShop]

Call us at 847-949-7637 or email to [e-mail]

[@aldomaldonado3143]

What’s is the price on something like that

[@RoadsterShop]

roadstershop.com/product/1970-81-spec-camaro-chassis/

[@cooterbrown7681]

Free give away guys??

[@fbodyx2gbodyx151]

I'm going to be swapping a 1971 camaro front clip onto my 1980 firebird and was wondering if this full frame would still work on something like that? Still a great looking frame.

[@silentknight9509]

It eliminates the need for the front sub frame

[@s84p]

круто!