Blake’s 86 Grand National Buick

Blake’s 86 Grand National Buick


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Any G-Body owner understands that their cars make great straight line machines but lack a lot when it comes to handling. Poor suspension geometry, lightweight suspension parts that flex and bind, soft spring rates and shocks, and ineffective sway bars all add up to a car that just isn’t a G Machine. We wanted to provide better handling performance for the G-Body crowd so Blake’s ’87 Grand National became our test mule to develop new parts. Whether building it one section at a time or through our complete Track Time package like Blake’s car has, we’ve got the right parts for you!

Sporting a 2″ drop, the front suspension of Blake’s GN includes double adjustable coilover shocks with unique full coilover conversion mount brackets sandwiched between totally redesigned control arms. The upper arms are designed to help with the camber curve while both the upper and lower arms have positive caster built in. This translates to a more aggressive geometry that equals an incredible handling upgrade. Optional ATS tall spindles offer a taller profile, relocated steering arms for eliminating bumpsteer, and Corvette style brake mounts around ZR1 Corvette hubs. Also featured on Blake’s ride is a heavy duty front triangulation brace and larger tubular sway bar.

Any G-Body owner understands that their cars make great straight line machines but lack a lot when it comes to handling. Poor suspension geometry, lightweight suspension parts that flex and bind, soft spring rates and shocks, and ineffective sway bars all add up to a car that just isn’t a G Machine. We wanted to provide better handling performance for the G-Body crowd so Blake’s ’87 Grand National became our test mule to develop new parts. Whether building it one section at a time or through our complete Track Time package like Blake’s car has, we’ve got the right parts for you!

Sporting a 2″ drop, the front suspension of Blake’s GN includes double adjustable coilover shocks with unique full coilover conversion mount brackets sandwiched between totally redesigned

control arms. The upper arms are designed to help with the camber curve while both the upper and lower arms have positive caster built in. This translates to a more aggressive geometry that equals an incredible handling upgrade. Optional ATS tall spindles offer a taller profile, relocated steering arms for eliminating bumpsteer, and Corvette style brake mounts around ZR1 Corvette hubs. Also featured on Blake’s ride is a heavy duty front triangulation brace and larger tubular sway bar.

  • Speedtech Track Time Suspension Package – complete performance upgrade for G-Body handling

  • Speedtech Redesigned Upper & Lower Control Arms – built-in positive caster and improved camber curve for optimized geometry

  • Full Coilover Conversion Brackets – unique mounts for a complete coilover setup

  • ZR1 Corvette Hubs – high-strength hubs for better performance and reliability


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