This jig built, bolt-in brace ties the rear upper shock mounts together to share the load and stiffen the chassis. Strong 1-1/4 inch tubing is MIG welded to 3/16 inch thick laser cut brackets for a precise fit. Hardware is included for a true, easy bolt-in installation. The brace is designed to clear the popular exhaust systems and works equally well on coilover setups and traditional spring and shock combinations. It is built from US steel. UMI Performance manufactures, tests, and races the 3055 in Philipsburg, PA, and it is made in the USA. This listing is the red powder coat version, part number 3055-R.
Specifications:
- Jig built bolt-in rear shock tower brace
- 1-1/4 in tubing MIG welded to 3/16 in laser cut brackets
- Hardware included for bolt-in installation
- Designed to clear popular exhaust systems
- Works with coilover and spring and shock setups
- Built from US steel
- Red powder coat finish
- Sold individually (each)
- Made in the USA
- Part number: 3055-R
Vehicle Applications:
- 1978 Buick Regal
- 1979 Buick Regal
- 1980 Buick Regal
- 1981 Buick Regal
- 1982 Buick Regal
- 1983 Buick Regal
- 1984 Buick Regal
- 1985 Buick Regal
- 1986 Buick Regal
- 1987 Buick Regal
- 1978 Chevrolet El Camino
- 1979 Chevrolet El Camino
- 1980 Chevrolet El Camino
- 1981 Chevrolet El Camino
- 1982 Chevrolet El Camino
- 1983 Chevrolet El Camino
- 1984 Chevrolet El Camino
- 1985 Chevrolet El Camino
- 1986 Chevrolet El Camino
- 1987 Chevrolet El Camino
- 1978 Chevrolet Malibu
- 1979 Chevrolet Malibu
- 1980 Chevrolet Malibu
- 1981 Chevrolet Malibu
- 1982 Chevrolet Malibu
- 1983 Chevrolet Malibu
- 1978 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
- 1979 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
- 1980 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
- 1981 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
- 1982 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
- 1983 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
- 1984 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
- 1985 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
- 1986 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
- 1987 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
- 1988 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
- 1978 Oldsmobile Cutlass
- 1979 Oldsmobile Cutlass
- 1980 Oldsmobile Cutlass
- 1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass
- 1978 Oldsmobile Cutlass Calais
- 1979 Oldsmobile Cutlass Calais
- 1980 Oldsmobile Cutlass Calais
- 1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass Calais
- 1982 Oldsmobile Cutlass Calais
- 1983 Oldsmobile Cutlass Calais
- 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass Calais
- 1982 Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera
- 1983 Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera
- 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera
- 1985 Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera
- 1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera
- 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera
- 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera
- 1980 Oldsmobile Cutlass Cruiser
- 1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass Cruiser
- 1982 Oldsmobile Cutlass Cruiser
- 1983 Oldsmobile Cutlass Cruiser
- 1978 Oldsmobile Cutlass Salon
- 1979 Oldsmobile Cutlass Salon
- 1980 Oldsmobile Cutlass Salon
- 1985 Oldsmobile Cutlass Salon
- 1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass Salon
- 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass Salon
- 1978 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme
- 1979 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme
- 1980 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme
- 1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme
- 1982 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme
- 1983 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme
- 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme
- 1985 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme
- 1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme
- 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme
- 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme
- 1982 Pontiac Bonneville
- 1983 Pontiac Bonneville
- 1984 Pontiac Bonneville
- 1985 Pontiac Bonneville
- 1986 Pontiac Bonneville
- 1978 Pontiac Grand Prix
- 1979 Pontiac Grand Prix
- 1980 Pontiac Grand Prix
- 1981 Pontiac Grand Prix
- 1982 Pontiac Grand Prix
- 1983 Pontiac Grand Prix
- 1984 Pontiac Grand Prix
- 1985 Pontiac Grand Prix
- 1986 Pontiac Grand Prix
- 1987 Pontiac Grand Prix
FAQ
What vehicles does the UMI 3055 rear shock tower brace fit?
It fits the 1978 to 1988 GM G-Body platform, including the Buick Regal, Chevrolet El Camino, Malibu and Monte Carlo, Oldsmobile Cutlass, and Pontiac Grand Prix. See the Vehicle Applications list for every year and model.
How does the 3055 install?
It is a jig built, bolt-in brace and all mounting hardware is included, so no welding is required on the vehicle.
What does the 3055 brace do and will it clear my exhaust?
It ties the rear upper shock mounts together to share load and stiffen the chassis, and it is designed to clear the popular exhaust systems. It works with both coilover and traditional spring and shock setups.
What is the difference between part numbers 3055-R and 3055-B?
The parts are identical except for finish. Part number 3055-R has a red powder coat and 3055-B has a black powder coat.
Where is the 3055 made?
UMI Performance manufactures the 3055 from US steel in Philipsburg, PA, and it is made in the USA.
