dc strut bar
06-08-2006, 06:41 PM
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dc strut bar
Hey guys i just got my strut bar in fast shipping time btw but when i looked at it i noticed one end was not quite flat hard to explain so i took some pics is this normal??
06-08-2006, 08:57 PM
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the part that looks bent up looks like it should be welded down to the "c" shape mount..
it the strut tpower brace is just welded at the back.. at least it looks like that, it will probrably snap.... unless they are excellent welds....
it the strut tpower brace is just welded at the back.. at least it looks like that, it will probrably snap.... unless they are excellent welds....
06-08-2006, 10:21 PM
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the box was fine so i doubt it was shipping and i tried to squeeze it by hand and its strong. the other side isnt welded i just dont want it to rub on anything there isnt aot of space for it to clear where it goes
06-08-2006, 10:37 PM
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shipping could not have done that..
they sperated peices where not welded from factory.....
i had strut tower braces front back on my 91 civic and almost everything was welded and even.....
that came like that from DC Sports
they sperated peices where not welded from factory.....
i had strut tower braces front back on my 91 civic and almost everything was welded and even.....
that came like that from DC Sports
06-09-2006, 04:19 PM
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yeah looks like they dont even open the boxs they just put a label on them and ship i guess buti sent them an email today wondering how to get a replacement lets see what happens
06-09-2006, 04:31 PM
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yeah looks like they dont even open the boxs they just put a label on them and ship i guess buti sent them an email today wondering how to get a replacement lets see what happens
06-09-2006, 07:25 PM
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Originally Posted by sneaky
you can fix that. pair of pliers and a little muscle. good purchase on the DC bar. it's worth every $$
06-09-2006, 09:08 PM
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Originally Posted by TurboTechRacing
We are in contact with DC Sports on how they would like to take care of this issue. You will get a new one that is manufactured properly. Sorry for this issue.
cool deal thank you this process has been really painless
06-10-2006, 02:57 AM
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imo= in my opinion
but ive already emailed them they are taking care of it they got back to me really quick, same day couple hours later. like i said i dont think they knew it was like that the box didnt look like they had opened it to check so i have no reason to be mad at them this has been fairly painless it not like i can put it on right away im getting constant rain around here with no garage to use
but ive already emailed them they are taking care of it they got back to me really quick, same day couple hours later. like i said i dont think they knew it was like that the box didnt look like they had opened it to check so i have no reason to be mad at them this has been fairly painless it not like i can put it on right away im getting constant rain around here with no garage to use
06-10-2006, 03:50 AM
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no only one there is adiff pic that alot of companies use thats not it that just a generic one it looks like a dual bar with holes cut in the middle
06-10-2006, 11:31 AM
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Originally Posted by ssnipes
That bar is worthless. should be welded. if does not bend it will flex.
My front end flex was reduced alot and I live in an area that has crazy curves and that bar got everything nice and stiff
-Mike
06-14-2006, 10:31 PM
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ok new bar on the way should be here tomorrow it was sent overnight shipping thanks turbotech for all the help this was alot easier than what i was expecting ill deff be going to you guys for more stuff
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