01-31-2013, 09:29 AM | #1 |
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Strut Tower Brace
how many of you guys have a strut tower brace? i have been thinking about getting one, really like the looks of the ZL1 brace.
what would you recommend, how difficult / easy was it to install? pics if you can. thanks in advance Lupe
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01-31-2013, 09:32 AM | #2 |
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If you have a 2010, you will be stuck using the BMR because the Chevy one won't work.
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01-31-2013, 09:58 AM | #3 |
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Same is true for some early '11s....Couldn't tell you where they come from, but I think an adaptor kit of shims, spacers, what-not is out there so the factory brace can be used on the first version of the towers...
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01-31-2013, 10:05 AM | #5 |
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There is an adapter kit out there which lets you use the convertible/ZL1 strut brace on 2010 or early 2011 Camaro's.
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01-31-2013, 10:06 AM | #6 |
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I recommend it. It does make the car chassis stiffer, which is why you see it on the 1LEs and ZL1s. Creaking eliminated when turning into driveways and other off camber stuff.
You need to buy the tower brace and the bolts. The torque spec is: 22 N-m (16 ft-lbs). 10 minute install. Install on flat ground. |
01-31-2013, 10:09 AM | #7 |
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You could buy a convertible, and the brace will come standard
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01-31-2013, 10:19 AM | #8 |
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the 2013 has the holes pre-drilled for the brace, it only took me like 3 minutes to install it. its a noticable difference when cornering and taking curves. plus it looks badass
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01-31-2013, 10:22 AM | #9 |
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that looks really nice wray. i have a 10 so probably will have to drill the holes.
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01-31-2013, 11:31 AM | #11 |
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^^ The BMR braces are awesome! Feel free to Call, PM or email me with questions.
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01-31-2013, 01:49 PM | #12 |
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I bought a BMR strut brace and had it shipped to me unfinished. I had it chromed by a local chroming company. I like the way it turned out.
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01-31-2013, 02:59 PM | #14 |
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You have to drop the struts and drill 4 holes on top of the tower and bolt it on.
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