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First- and second-generation Camaros and Firebirds (1967-81), along with 1968-up Novas and other GM X-body derivatives, were built with a big, bolt-on front subframe assembly. This huge subframe was originally held in place with only four rubber and steel cushions for the actual body and two smaller rubber and steel cushions for the radiator support. The rubber

Mini-tubbing dates back to 1960s-era drag racing. The act of widening a car’s rear wheelwells (mini-tubbing) still remains a popular option these days, but often for entirely different reasons. Because mini-tubbing allows a vehicle to accommodate wider wheel and tire packages, it can improve a car’s handling capability by allowing a much larger tire contact patch. That makes it