Torque boxes- worth it for a stocker?

[priderocks]

In normal daily driving, would torque boxes make a noticeable difference in ride/handling? What is the theory behind them- what are they supposed to do?

[73Chally]

Frame connectors would be a better investment for a regular street driver, and you will notice a difference.  Torque boxes are extra bracing welded into the underside of the floor, primarily for convertibles and Hemis.

[HP2]

Yes, torque boxes be a good addition to a regular, driver type car. They tie in the rocker panels to the sub-frames which helps solidify the whole structure. The rocker panels are very large, rigid structures ina mopar. That is why they were added to Hemi cars and convertibles.

Subframe connectors will accomplish a similar thing in a slightly differing way. They tie the sub-frame connectors connectors together and, depending on what type you use, also tie the floor pan in with the sub frames.

As far as which one is better and  provides more support, I don't know. I can tell you either one will firm up the car and allow the suspension to work better as well as eliminating some creaks, groans, and rattles in the car overall.

[73Chally]

  What he said, also.  I went the connector route because they were easier for me to get on.

[Chryco Psycho]

Both connectors & Tq boxes are worthwhile upgrades

[dodj]

I've had the connectors since '86 and I'll be welding in torque boxes this winter - so I've got till April to get it done.    I figure the stiffer the better.

[72rallye]

  I installed both and found it really stiffened the whole car for the better.Handles and drives nicer, feels more positive.Installed weld in sub-frame connectors from mancini racing.Made my own torque boxes.Also a driver.Would do it again in a heart beat.