Steeda 3 point Frame Rail and Torque Box Brace
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clearly the 3 point won't work on the vert but the gpoint brace ail definitely work and may allow the transmission cooler scoop from the boss ls to fit in the space.
thanks for the photos and info, saves me some confusion on the install.
thanks for the photos and info, saves me some confusion on the install.
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Tighten it down til it screams then back off half a turn. Seriously I really don't know, but I put 350 in lbs, which should be enough. It would be better to have it welded soon as possible.
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Is the transmission scoop cooler really necessary? Seems like garbage would get caught in it.
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To me the tranny cooler scoop may not be necessary but it does increase the cooling of the tranny box which in turn adds longevity to the system.
It is standard on the Boss LS, I am sure that is due to the potential for racing of the car.
I plan to get one because my area of the country can get quite warm and any additional cooling will be helpful, I am not worried about it catching trash.
It is standard on the Boss LS, I am sure that is due to the potential for racing of the car.
I plan to get one because my area of the country can get quite warm and any additional cooling will be helpful, I am not worried about it catching trash.
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To me the tranny cooler scoop may not be necessary but it does increase the cooling of the tranny box which in turn adds longevity to the system.
It is standard on the Boss LS, I am sure that is due to the potential for racing of the car.
I plan to get one because my area of the country can get quite warm and any additional cooling will be helpful, I am not worried about it catching trash.
It is standard on the Boss LS, I am sure that is due to the potential for racing of the car.
I plan to get one because my area of the country can get quite warm and any additional cooling will be helpful, I am not worried about it catching trash.
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I was able to install my steeda billet rear LCAs and I'm very happy with that though. No wheel hop or added NVH from the quick test drive I just did. Now if it could only fix my rear from sliding sideways.
I've been happy with Steeda with the LCAs and Strut tower brace i purchased. Just need to resolve the Frame rails now.
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I never had the chance to bolt it up. I finally decided to tackle the installation today and I was not able to make it work. I was sent the 2005-2006 version. When I ordered it through Steeda I made sure it would be applicable to the 2012's. I just assumed that the 2005+ Steeda Frame Rail and Torque brace were all indentical. Anyone know about this?
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Instructions say to re use the bolt that came with that rubber shield that you have to remove. The problem is there is no bolt for that hole nor is there even threads for it to secure to even if I did have the bolt.
But I decided to install it anyway minus that bolt that's supposed to go to the inner frame rail. I could always have it welded to make it more secure and at the same time finally delete my resonators.
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Well I gave it another shot. Everything lines up except for one bolt that's supposed to be in the inner frame rail, towards the center of the car.
Instructions say to re use the bolt that came with that rubber shield that you have to remove. The problem is there is no bolt for that hole nor is there even threads for it to secure to even if I did have the bolt.
But I decided to install it anyway minus that bolt that's supposed to go to the inner frame rail. I could always have it welded to make it more secure and at the same time finally delete my resonators.
Instructions say to re use the bolt that came with that rubber shield that you have to remove. The problem is there is no bolt for that hole nor is there even threads for it to secure to even if I did have the bolt.
But I decided to install it anyway minus that bolt that's supposed to go to the inner frame rail. I could always have it welded to make it more secure and at the same time finally delete my resonators.
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Finally bringing my car back to have this installed. Truthfully, I'm starting to think there won't be any difference. My car handled beautifully and I love how composed it is. I doubt I'll notice anything.
It's kind of nice that I have had a month to drive without it. I'll be able to feel any difference now that I'm accustomed to my car. I hope I'm proven wrong and it works well. If not, my undercarriage will look a little prettier to me.
It's kind of nice that I have had a month to drive without it. I'll be able to feel any difference now that I'm accustomed to my car. I hope I'm proven wrong and it works well. If not, my undercarriage will look a little prettier to me.
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Well took my first drive with this mod. So far, it really doesn't feel much different. It has tamed the weird squeaks my car had after the car was lowered. That's a benefit. I'll have to drive it more to see if its worth it. I'm fine with my purchase because it took away a little bit of noise. At this time, I wouldn't recommend it. It seems a bit expensive. If you know how to weld, I would say its worth it, barely.
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I thought I would update my review. I've had these braces for a bit now. The back does seem more solid when you put your foot down on the gas. I drove it through the twisties and didn't really feel a difference. I think this is more of a 1/4 mile mod. I don't think it's a good choice for the canyon carver. It did seem to effect my wheel hop.
I've been able to jump on it more and my wheel hop is actually gone. I did the lca, relo brackets first. It made the hop less prevalent. I had been driving her a little easy to avoid the hop. Been jumping on it after the brace install and it's gone. I do think it may be the summer tires getting more grip in the heat. I thought I'd share in case folks are considering this mod.
Personally, I'd only recommend this mod as a last item. If you've done everything else and just want that tiny but more to your 1/4 car.
I've been able to jump on it more and my wheel hop is actually gone. I did the lca, relo brackets first. It made the hop less prevalent. I had been driving her a little easy to avoid the hop. Been jumping on it after the brace install and it's gone. I do think it may be the summer tires getting more grip in the heat. I thought I'd share in case folks are considering this mod.
Personally, I'd only recommend this mod as a last item. If you've done everything else and just want that tiny but more to your 1/4 car.
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