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Old 09-25-2006, 06:44 AM
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Default Alignment after Front Strut Tower Brace install?

Well I'm tired of looking through all the posts so here I am. Do I need one if I don't raise the car to install it?

Why are some adjustable? Are they universal?

I'm getting the DC front tower brace for $95 shipped through Amazon...
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I think it a good price, any other suggestions?

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The upper strut bars just bolt on to the tower with no modifications needed. No need for an allignment. I do not see that the DC strut bars are adjustable:
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No I said some are adjustable... why?
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I have the Tanabe Sustec adjustable... it isn't universal, but allows you to stiffen or loosen it up...

No alignment is needeed, as it doesn't do much of anything.... a bit more stiffness on high speed turning maybe... I believe having the ability to make it tighter/looser is a (Adjustment feature) , but I just tighten it up snug and let it roll.

Almost any of the bars will be the same deal...
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Alright thanks... and is is REALLY worth it??
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Originally Posted by Syr00
Alright thanks... and is is REALLY worth it??
The tC's towers are very close to the firewall, so I don't feel it's worth it compared to most other cars, where it makes more of a difference. Of course if you're part of the show crowd or just very superficial, then it's a "must have" item.
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If someone installed your strut towr bar and you need an alignment... I'd be one upset man.
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K thanks for all of the replies! I think I'll just stick with the CC short shifter and the 2 brass bushings
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