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QA1 82-92 Chevrolet Camaro/Pontiac Firebird (F-Body) Steering Brace Wonder Bar

SKU: QAP52122

Chassis Stiffeners

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QA1 82-92 Chevrolet Camaro/Pontiac Firebird (F-Body) Steering Brace Wonder Bar

SKU: QAP52122

Chassis Stiffeners

QAP Strut Bars...

A$237.03
Last Available from MFR. LAST ONE AVAILABLE from the manufacturer's distribution centre. Once sold, this item may not be immediately available again. The dispatch timeframe shown is an estimate based on historical orders for this part and is dependent on the manufacturer releasing the final available unit.
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Description

The 3rd Gen Camaro and Firebird are known for having a weak and flexible steering box area. To address flex and improve handling, a steering brace, also known as the Wonder Bar from QA1, is available. These tubular components bolt directly above the front sway bar, tying the front subframes together. Installing a QA1 Wonder Bar helps stiffen the front frame, reducing stress on this weak point. This translates to improved steering response to your vehicle with benefits like sharper handling, improved cornering, and overall better vehicle performance.

Features and benefits:

* Tubular construction strengthens the front chassis
* Thoughtful design—the QA1 Wonder Bar installs cleanly between the sway bar and frame rails, maintaining a factory appearance without compromising ground clearance
* Bolt-in installation makes the upgrade hassle-free

Fitment Notes: Please be aware that 1982-1984 cars may need to slot existing mounting holes.

Product Overview

PRODUCT OVERVIEW The 1982-1992 Chevrolet Camaro/Pontiac Firebird (F-body) utilizes a unibody chassis. To address flex and improve handling, a steering brace, also known as the Wonder Bar, is available. This tubular component bolts directly above the front sway bar, tying the front subframes together. This stiffens the front section, resulting in sharper steering response, improved cornering, and overall performance gains. STRENGTHEN YOUR CHASSIS The 3rd gen Camaro and Firebird are known for having a weak and flexible steering box area. Installing a QA1 Wonder Bar stiffens the front frame, reducing stress on this weak point. This translates to improved steering response, with benefits like sharper handling, improved cornering, and overall better vehicle performance. THOUGHTFUL DESIGN The QA1 Wonder Bar installs cleanly between the sway bar and frame rails, maintaining a factory appearance without compromising ground clearance. EASY BOLT-IN INSTALLATION Bolt-in installation makes the upgrade hassle-free. MADE IN THE USA QA1 suspension is proudly made in Lakeville, Minnesota. FITMENT NOTES 1982-1984 cars may need to slot existing mounting holes


Features and Benefits

  • Proudly made in the USA
  • Bolt-in design for easy installation
  • Tubular construction strengthens the front chassis
  • Direct fit between sway bar and frame rails

Product Details

Brand:QA1
Description:QA1 82-92 Chevrolet Camaro/Pontiac Firebird (F-Body) Steering Brace Wonder Bar
Manufacturer Part Number:52122
Part Number:qap52122
Prop 65 - Short Label:WARNING: Cancer and Reproductive Harm. www.P65Warnings.ca.gov
Prop 65 Yes/No:Yes
Title:QA1 Steering Gear Box Brace 52122
UPC:00806990176141

Kit Options

This item is available as a full kit.
Select a kit option in the following table if you are looking for this item in a bundle form with all associated components.

Kit option/s:

Thumb SKU Kit Title
qapHK41-GMF3 QA1 82-92 GM F-Body Level 1 Full Vehicle Handling Kit (1x qap5222, 1x qap5275, 1x qap5282, 1x qap7888-109, 1x qapHS06-12250, 1x qap5234, 1x qap52122, 1x qap52825, 1x qapRCK52624)
qapHK42-GMF3 QA1 82-92 GM F-Body Level 2 Full Vehicle Handling Kit (1x qap5222, 1x qap5275, 1x qap7888-109, 1x qapCC116, 2x qapHD06, 1x qap5234, 1x qap52525, 1x qap52025, 1x qap52121, 1x qap52122, 1x qap52825, 1x qap52835, 1x qapBAX106, 1x qapRCK52628, 1x qapSS304-07650, 1x qap52096)
qapHK43-GMF3 QA1 82-92 GM F-Body Level 3 Full Vehicle Handling Kit (1x qap5222, 1x qap5275, 1x qapCC116, 2x qapHD06, 1x qap5234, 1x qap52525, 1x qap52025, 1x qap52121, 1x qap52122, 1x qap52825, 1x qap52835, 1x qapBAX106, 1x qapRCK52633, 1x qap52096)

Part Type

Steering Gear Box Brace

Data: v4.2 - Upd: 2026-10-15 05:08:29

Features

  • Bolt-in design for easy installation
  • Direct fit between sway bar and frame rails
  • Proudly made in the USA
  • Tubular construction strengthens the front chassis

Specifications

Product Attributes - Brand
QA1
Product Attributes - Manufacturer's Part Number
52122
Product Attributes - Part Type
Chassis Stiffeners
Product Attributes - Product Line
QA1 Steering Brace Wonder Bar
Product Attributes - UPC
806990176141
Product Attributes - Brace Position
Front lower
Product Attributes - Brace Material
Steel
Product Attributes - Brace Color
Black
Product Attributes - Hardware Included
No
Product Attributes - Quantity
Sold individually.
Product Attributes - Notes
Installs between sway bar and frame rails. 1982-1984 models may need to slot existing mounting holes.

Reference Information

Brand Name/s Qa1
StreetFX SKU qap52122
SFX Item ID 4096250
Supplier Item Code 4096250
Manufacturer SKU 52122
Manufacturer UPC 806990176141
Alternative References qa1, QA1-52122

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Application Data
  • MakeCHEVROLET
    ModelCAMARO
    SubmodelBASE
    Beginning Year1988
    Ending Year1988
    Engine TypeV6
    Engine Size2.8L/173
    Engine FamilyGM V6
    Doors2
    DrivetrainRWD
  • MakeCHEVROLET
    ModelCAMARO
    SubmodelBASE
    Beginning Year1988
    Ending Year1988
    Engine TypeV8
    Engine Size5.0L/305
    Engine FamilyChevy small block Gen I
    Doors2
    DrivetrainRWD
  • MakeCHEVROLET
    ModelCAMARO
    SubmodelBERLINETTA
    Beginning Year1982
    Ending Year1986
    Engine TypeV6
    Engine Size2.8L/173
    Engine FamilyGM V6
    Doors2
    DrivetrainRWD
  • MakeCHEVROLET
    ModelCAMARO
    SubmodelBERLINETTA
    Beginning Year1982
    Ending Year1986
    Engine TypeV8
    Engine Size5.0L/305
    Engine FamilyChevy small block Gen I
    Doors2
    DrivetrainRWD
  • MakeCHEVROLET
    ModelCAMARO
    SubmodelIROC-Z
    Beginning Year1985
    Ending Year1990
    Engine TypeV8
    Engine Size5.0L/305
    Engine FamilyChevy small block Gen I
    Doors2
    DrivetrainRWD
  • MakeCHEVROLET
    ModelCAMARO
    SubmodelIROC-Z
    Beginning Year1987
    Ending Year1990
    Engine TypeV8
    Engine Size5.7L/350
    Engine FamilyChevy small block Gen I
    Doors2
    DrivetrainRWD
  • MakeCHEVROLET
    ModelCAMARO
    SubmodelLT
    Beginning Year1987
    Ending Year1987
    Engine TypeV6
    Engine Size2.8L/173
    Engine FamilyGM V6
    Doors2
    DrivetrainRWD
  • MakeCHEVROLET
    ModelCAMARO
    SubmodelLT
    Beginning Year1987
    Ending Year1987
    Engine TypeV8
    Engine Size5.0L/305
    Engine FamilyChevy small block Gen I
    Doors2
    DrivetrainRWD
  • MakeCHEVROLET
    ModelCAMARO
    SubmodelRS
    Beginning Year1989
    Ending Year1989
    Engine TypeV6
    Engine Size2.8L/173
    Engine FamilyGM V6
    Doors2
    DrivetrainRWD
  • MakeCHEVROLET
    ModelCAMARO
    SubmodelRS
    Beginning Year1989
    Ending Year1992
    Engine TypeV8
    Engine Size5.0L/305
    Engine FamilyChevy small block Gen I
    Doors2
    DrivetrainRWD
  • MakeCHEVROLET
    ModelCAMARO
    SubmodelRS
    Beginning Year1990
    Ending Year1992
    Engine TypeV6
    Engine Size3.1L/189
    Engine FamilyGM V6
    Doors2
    DrivetrainRWD
  • MakeCHEVROLET
    ModelCAMARO
    SubmodelRS HERITAGE EDITION
    Beginning Year1992
    Ending Year1992
    Engine TypeV6
    Engine Size3.1L/189
    Engine FamilyGM V6
    Doors2
    DrivetrainRWD
  • MakeCHEVROLET
    ModelCAMARO
    SubmodelRS HERITAGE EDITION
    Beginning Year1992
    Ending Year1992
    Engine TypeV8
    Engine Size5.0L/305
    Engine FamilyChevy small block Gen I
    Doors2
    DrivetrainRWD
  • MakeCHEVROLET
    ModelCAMARO
    SubmodelSPORT
    Beginning Year1982
    Ending Year1986
    Engine TypeL4
    Engine Size2.5L/151
    Engine FamilyGM 4-cylinder
    Doors2
    DrivetrainRWD
  • MakeCHEVROLET
    ModelCAMARO
    SubmodelSPORT
    Beginning Year1982
    Ending Year1987
    Engine TypeV6
    Engine Size2.8L/173
    Engine FamilyGM V6
    Doors2
    DrivetrainRWD
  • MakeCHEVROLET
    ModelCAMARO
    SubmodelSPORT
    Beginning Year1982
    Ending Year1987
    Engine TypeV8
    Engine Size5.0L/305
    Engine FamilyChevy small block Gen I
    Doors2
    DrivetrainRWD
  • MakeCHEVROLET
    ModelCAMARO
    SubmodelZ28
    Beginning Year1982
    Ending Year1987
    Engine TypeV8
    Engine Size5.0L/305
    Engine FamilyChevy small block Gen I
    Doors2
    DrivetrainRWD
  • MakeCHEVROLET
    ModelCAMARO
    SubmodelZ28
    Beginning Year1991
    Ending Year1992
    Engine TypeV8
    Engine Size5.0L/305
    Engine FamilyChevy small block Gen I
    Doors2
    DrivetrainRWD
  • MakeCHEVROLET
    ModelCAMARO
    SubmodelZ28
    Beginning Year1991
    Ending Year1992
    Engine TypeV8
    Engine Size5.7L/350
    Engine FamilyChevy small block Gen I
    Doors2
    DrivetrainRWD
  • MakeCHEVROLET
    ModelCAMARO
    SubmodelZ28 HERITAGE EDITION
    Beginning Year1992
    Ending Year1992
    Engine TypeV8
    Engine Size5.0L/305
    Engine FamilyChevy small block Gen I
    Doors2
    DrivetrainRWD
  • MakeCHEVROLET
    ModelCAMARO
    SubmodelZ28 HERITAGE EDITION
    Beginning Year1992
    Ending Year1992
    Engine TypeV8
    Engine Size5.7L/350
    Engine FamilyChevy small block Gen I
    Doors2
    DrivetrainRWD
  • MakeCHEVROLET
    ModelCAMARO
    SubmodelZ28 INDIANAPOLIS 500 PACE CAR
    Beginning Year1982
    Ending Year1982
    Engine TypeV8
    Engine Size5.0L/305
    Engine FamilyChevy small block Gen I
    Doors2
    DrivetrainRWD
  • MakePONTIAC
    ModelFIREBIRD
    SubmodelBASE
    Beginning Year1982
    Ending Year1986
    Engine TypeL4
    Engine Size2.5L/151
    Engine FamilyGM 4-cylinder
    Doors2
    DrivetrainRWD
  • MakePONTIAC
    ModelFIREBIRD
    SubmodelBASE
    Beginning Year1982
    Ending Year1989
    Engine TypeV6
    Engine Size2.8L/173
    Engine FamilyGM V6
    Doors2
    DrivetrainRWD
  • MakePONTIAC
    ModelFIREBIRD
    SubmodelBASE
    Beginning Year1982
    Ending Year1992
    Engine TypeV8
    Engine Size5.0L/305
    Engine FamilyChevy small block Gen I
    Doors2
    DrivetrainRWD

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