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