01-20-2014, 04:02 AM | #1 |
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Strut Tower Brace for us V6 guys?
May be a dumb question but are there any strut tower braces out there for us V6 guys? Everything I can find is for the SS however from the look of it, it seems as though since they are just bolt on a SS one would fit fine. If so, maybe post of some pictures of the ones you guys have!
Thanks! Aaron
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01-20-2014, 05:36 AM | #2 |
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Any of the SS braces will fit the V6. Many of the suspension gurus here will say that the Camaro coupe doesn't need one, so it would be a "mostly-for-looks" mod.
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01-20-2014, 06:35 AM | #3 |
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Bmr has a great strut brace
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01-20-2014, 06:56 AM | #4 |
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I see one in most pictures its basically one solid wide support bar and everyone custom paints them, would you guys happen to know which it is? And thanks for the info also!
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01-20-2014, 07:01 AM | #5 |
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i have the BMR one on my v6, it is not just for looks like the Chevy one.
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Quote:
http://gmpartsdirect.com/results.cfm...ber=pkcamarobr
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01-20-2014, 09:21 AM | #7 |
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Your car should already have the threaded holes for the OEM brace. 3 holes on each tower.
My '12 2LT convertible came with one. They appear for sale in the member sale section front time to time also.
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01-20-2014, 10:36 AM | #8 |
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Yes thats the one! thanks pgustavson! The BMR one is a looker too though.
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01-20-2014, 11:29 AM | #9 |
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I can't decide rather to go with the GM or BMR brace lol
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01-20-2014, 12:08 PM | #10 |
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Other option
I installed Hotchkis srtut brace mostly because of the attachment points are located on each side of the tower instead of being attached on the top.
Takes more time to install and better have a good mechanic to do the job since drilling requires Professional Tools, Garage jack, and a very good compressor with a very goog quality drill. The metal is really tough there. And it leaves more clearance for the engine cover. As for performance, I felt the difference on the very first curves I took at 65 mph. Really different. And it looks good.
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01-20-2014, 01:48 PM | #11 |
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GM, BMR, Hotchkis, PFADT, etc have strut tower braces that can fit both v6 and v8 camaros...2012 and up have pre drilled holes already...I don't know about 2011 and below. I know some guys have problems with their earlier model camaros. Any "suspension gurus" will tell you that if you're keen on making your turns smooth then get a strut tower brace as this will stabilize your front end suspension. As far as performance, this will help the body from flexing thus helping you with your track times... if you're not going to race, you will still feel a slight difference. Bottomline, it will still help you either way. If you're into racing, I would suggest getting a chassis max brace for more stabilization...among other things.
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01-20-2014, 03:02 PM | #12 |
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Thanks delta makes a lot more sense now!
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01-20-2014, 04:01 PM | #13 |
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Keep in mind if you plan on and add a manifold spacer,which will raise it and shorten the clearance between the brace and intake. Just an fyi
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01-20-2014, 04:04 PM | #14 |
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I just ordered the BMR one, got a nice deal from RDP Steve
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