STRUT TOWER BRACE
#1
STRUT TOWER BRACE
so guys i'll be picking up my new to me 09 GT tomorrow morning and i have a few bucks left over from my trade in,, im wondering if a strut tower brace is worth the money, also i'll be ordering a barton shifter.
your thoughts and comments are appreciated.
your thoughts and comments are appreciated.
#2
6th Gear Member
Save that for a CAI & custom tune if the car isn't already custom tuned. A strut tower brace is mostly for show, maybe unless you autocross. It's affect on handling can't be noticed by most drivers.
#4
oh and i have no clue if its been tuned, but it goes like stink.
#9
On an 05-09 it works to stiffen the Chase, also the lower K-member under the car creates a stiff circle. Otherwise your cars front end is held together by not much. Flexing absorbs speed and effects handling. The two items are useful on your car but all depends on your priorities. Speed, dependability, cornering, acceleration so on. If you ever want to mount a Boss intake or S/C most won't fit so it's best to get that one first and it doesn't cost anymore, but will if you have to buy two.
#10
Strut brace
I have a strut brace on my '06 GT 'vert. I believe it does make a little difference, probably because it is a 'vert. I think cowl shake is somewhat reduced and cornering also slightly improved. Worth the $, It was to me. It didn't cost that much and it was an easy install. It also looks good. I'm satisfied.