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Old 07-02-2015, 03:30 AM   #1
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Tower strut braces factory vs. Aftermarket

So, I want to add a tower strut brace to my 1ls, but I don't know if I want the factory tower brace for the full GM set or If the aftermarket braces are better. Im open to suggestions for what aftermarket braces are good.
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Old 07-02-2015, 07:07 AM   #2
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Factory options look the best. If you had a 2010 of early 2011 then you would be stuck with aftermarket due to the strut tower design.
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Old 07-02-2015, 07:30 AM   #3
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So, I want to add a tower strut brace to my 1ls, but I don't know if I want the factory tower brace for the full GM set or If the aftermarket braces are better. Im open to suggestions for what aftermarket braces are good.
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Old 07-02-2015, 07:37 AM   #4
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Are you planning on tracking your car? They both work equally as well.
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Old 07-02-2015, 11:09 PM   #5
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Factory options look the best. If you had a 2010 of early 2011 then you would be stuck with aftermarket due to the strut tower design.
You can add the factory strut tower brace on a 2010 or an early 2011, but you will need this kit to make it fit. I have an early 2011 and I have one on mine.

https://www.tpis.com/parts/view/267
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Old 07-03-2015, 06:29 AM   #6
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They're more for appearance than any handling improvement. If you want to actually improve your cornering ability, install the GM 1LE front sway bar and end links.
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Old 07-03-2015, 02:49 PM   #7
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You can add the factory strut tower brace on a 2010 or an early 2011, but you will need this kit to make it fit. I have an early 2011 and I have one on mine.

https://www.tpis.com/parts/view/267
He has a 2015 so he is good to go.
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Old 07-03-2015, 04:01 PM   #8
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Factory get my vote, but I am biased.

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Old 07-04-2015, 08:27 AM   #9
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Old 07-04-2015, 08:30 AM   #10
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I've always thought Factory GM stuff like Z28 intake or 1LE suspension kit was miles ahead any aftermarket?

I'd figure a multi billion dollar company with hours upon hours of testing would have better proven results
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Old 07-04-2015, 09:23 AM   #11
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I have a BMR brace and like it.
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Old 07-04-2015, 09:27 AM   #12
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I've always thought Factory GM stuff like Z28 intake or 1LE suspension kit was miles ahead any aftermarket?

I'd figure a multi billion dollar company with hours upon hours of testing would have better proven results
Aftermarket is basically a clone of oem parts with a slight tweak and more colors so they don't infringe on copyright.
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Old 07-04-2015, 03:50 PM   #13
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Factory looks good.
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Old 07-04-2015, 03:53 PM   #14
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Aftermarket is basically a clone of oem parts with a slight tweak and more colors so they don't infringe on copyright.
Thats not true at all...
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