DIY: How to install the GT-Spec Tower Strut Bar
#61
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Help!
I was trying to take off the bar by undoing the two bolts for some throttle body cleaning. Passenger side nut/bolt would not come loose easily so I used a pipe on a hex key to get it loose. Now it seems the nut is stripped It will not come off the when I try to loosen it, nor it will tighten up. The nut is just spinning on the end of the bolt. What do i do?
#62
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I was trying to take off the bar by undoing the two bolts for some throttle body cleaning. Passenger side nut/bolt would not come loose easily so I used a pipe on a hex key to get it loose. Now it seems the nut is stripped It will not come off the when I try to loosen it, nor it will tighten up. The nut is just spinning on the end of the bolt. What do i do?
Problem solved with a small hacksaw
#64
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not sure about the 27 or 37.....il be going to a friends this weekend to check the torque haha
just an quick first impressions of the GTSpec:
if you live in an area where there are straight roads everywhere, dont bother lol
but i live on the Sea To Sky Highway between Vancouver and Whistler, BC. quite a windy highway
i drive this highway every day, and i know it like the back of my hand. i know exactly how my car handles on every corner of this highway.
the front end feels much more planted now. easy 10-15+km/h increase around corners no problem. the car stays much more flat. i cant wait for my sways haha
definitely recommended it if you live in a windy area. i will be testing it at the AutoX this weekend
just an quick first impressions of the GTSpec:
if you live in an area where there are straight roads everywhere, dont bother lol
but i live on the Sea To Sky Highway between Vancouver and Whistler, BC. quite a windy highway
i drive this highway every day, and i know it like the back of my hand. i know exactly how my car handles on every corner of this highway.
the front end feels much more planted now. easy 10-15+km/h increase around corners no problem. the car stays much more flat. i cant wait for my sways haha
definitely recommended it if you live in a windy area. i will be testing it at the AutoX this weekend
#68
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Thanks for the DIY.
I used this to install my FSB, and I love it. Like the others have said, feels more planted, and just sharper when making turns.
I didn't actually torque it to the correct specs because I don't have a torque wrench. I tightened it to the point where I couldn't untighten it by just using my hands and figured that was fine. I did ensure that I didn't tighten or overtighten, and it seems to be fine.
As for the spacing, 2 credit cards still allowed my bar to touch (dont know if it was going to scratch), so I put some of the plastic it came wrapped in under the bar in that area so it wouldn't damage my engine cover. Don't worry, I dont think that plastic will melt or anything, it seemed pretty tough.
All in all, a good mod.
I used this to install my FSB, and I love it. Like the others have said, feels more planted, and just sharper when making turns.
I didn't actually torque it to the correct specs because I don't have a torque wrench. I tightened it to the point where I couldn't untighten it by just using my hands and figured that was fine. I did ensure that I didn't tighten or overtighten, and it seems to be fine.
As for the spacing, 2 credit cards still allowed my bar to touch (dont know if it was going to scratch), so I put some of the plastic it came wrapped in under the bar in that area so it wouldn't damage my engine cover. Don't worry, I dont think that plastic will melt or anything, it seemed pretty tough.
All in all, a good mod.
#69
I don't have any hardware and I was told by the previous owner to use my OEM bolts?!?
Has anyone installed the strut bar with OEM bolts?
Thanks!
#73
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After my install I checked it after about a month and it is rubbing the hood liner. I installed it using this method but the credit cards weren't necessary. The bar was more than high enough even on the lowest setting point.
Any suggestions?
Any suggestions?
#74
I just tried to install the strut bar, but as soon as I put the aftermarket nuts to secure the brace it stripped. Not sure if I need different screws that are longer or should just go ahead and get a koni set and call it a day. Has anyone else run into this issue?