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Old Jun 7, 2006 | 04:58 PM
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i did a search and couldnt find anyhing, but what exactly does the dc sports strut bar do>???? tightens suspension???
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Old Jun 7, 2006 | 05:01 PM
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it ties the front suspension togather to make it more rigid and hold up better in extreme handling conditions and helps to prevent sway etc in turing , high speed corners things like that
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Old Jun 7, 2006 | 05:04 PM
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and what about the short shifter what advantage would come form it in the 2.2????
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Old Jun 7, 2006 | 05:08 PM
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short shifters are desined to reduce shift throw and alot reduce it around 40 percent some higher thus resluting in quicker shifts
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Old Jun 7, 2006 | 05:45 PM
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also, a GOOD short throw is weighted so that it's balanced on the centre point. in other words, it allows you to shift faster and smoother.
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Old Jun 7, 2006 | 06:34 PM
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We have the DC Sports struts bars for a very low price yet. June 1st DC Sports items jumped over 40% on many items. We are keeping the old pricing until the old stock is out. Order soon though as there are not many left.
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Old Jun 7, 2006 | 07:34 PM
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Originally Posted by sshaner
i did a search and couldnt find anyhing, but what exactly does the dc sports strut bar do>???? tightens suspension???
it looks cool... that's 90% of it
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Old Jun 8, 2006 | 12:01 AM
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i had a strut bar on my last car deff helped out i cant wait till mine comes in fed ex says fri hehehe
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Old Jun 8, 2006 | 12:40 AM
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Originally Posted by joeworkstoohard
it looks cool... that's 90% of it
thats some expensive looks cool.
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Old Jun 8, 2006 | 02:01 AM
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thats some expensive looks cool.

well, depends... it's easy to add, under $100, doesn't require any REAL modification and has some very good theory behind it.

people spend $300 on an intake which is also about 90% looks and sound
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Old Jun 8, 2006 | 02:50 AM
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Originally Posted by joeworkstoohard
well, depends... it's easy to add, under $100, doesn't require any REAL modification and has some very good theory behind it.

people spend $300 on an intake which is also about 90% looks and sound
I guess you have a point. Im buying an intake for the sound and look, maybe a strut bar too.
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Old Jun 8, 2006 | 03:13 AM
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strut bar helps helps steering response. tightens up suspension
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Old Jun 8, 2006 | 10:45 AM
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I have one and love it I could notice a difference going around sharper turns at high speeds the dc works great and looks great too. Also torque forward makes a rear brace for around 70 bucks that i hear helps alot with the same sort of issues
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Old Jun 8, 2006 | 04:54 PM
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I have one and love it I could notice a difference going around sharper turns at high speeds the dc works great and looks great too. Also torque forward makes a rear brace for around 70 bucks that i hear helps alot with the same sort of issues
oh yeah, it's a good product, i'm just saying that it's about looks in most cases. if it was needed, all cars would have it
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Old Jun 8, 2006 | 05:15 PM
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I have one, that in combination of rims and tires really tightens the suspension when cornering.
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Old Jun 8, 2006 | 05:49 PM
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I have one, that in combination of rims and tires really tightens the suspension when cornering.
glad to hear that. I got some 16" alluminum rims about a month ago and will be getting tires for them shortly. Can't wait to see how the combo improves the handling
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Old Jun 8, 2006 | 08:13 PM
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glad to hear that. I got some 16" alluminum rims about a month ago and will be getting tires for them shortly. Can't wait to see how the combo improves the handling

good tires are the #1 handling improvement you can make
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Old Jun 8, 2006 | 08:19 PM
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How hard are these to install?
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Old Jun 8, 2006 | 08:59 PM
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How hard are these to install?

most strut bars take longer to find the torque wrench settings than the actual install
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Old Jun 8, 2006 | 09:00 PM
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Cool, I just ordered one.
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Old Jun 8, 2006 | 09:07 PM
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Cool, I just ordered one.
from turbo tech?


if the price doesn't go up by the time i get paid, i think that i will as well
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Old Jun 8, 2006 | 10:00 PM
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The price goes up as soon as their stock runs out. TTR told me they had a shipment of 40 on monday, i got one because it was a slight back order.

I'm sure they have a few left, but not many, order soon!
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Old Jun 15, 2006 | 10:43 PM
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i have the dc strut bar. i can pull turns at high mph. it makes the suspension really tight. im on stock tires and it makes the ride amazing. its a good investment.
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Old Jun 15, 2006 | 10:52 PM
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Originally Posted by joeworkstoohard
most strut bars take longer to find the torque wrench settings than the actual install
torquing down a stru bar is over rated... I just tightened mine down as tight as possible and all is well.
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Old Jun 15, 2006 | 11:25 PM
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i just put my strut bar on i love it you dont notice it much untill you take a corner quick and hit the gas as you come out of it that when you notice that your car is flewing less that it used to imo it worth the money it not too expensive and serves it purpose
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