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Old 07-04-2009, 02:17 PM   #1
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Default Best non-adjustable panhard bar?

I'm thinking about installing a new panhard bar/brace until I can figure out what I want to do about the shock and struts.

Normally, I'd default to Steeda. The problem is, they only sell an adjustable panhard bar, which isn't necessary for a car that's not going to be lowered. A fixed length bar is going to be easier for me to install and possibly stiffer, too.

Any advice on the bar itself? I'm looking at BMR, Che, and Spohn.

What about the brace? The choices are BMR, Che, and Steeda.

My first instinct is to get a brace/bar combo from the same manufacturer. So far Spohn looks pretty tempting. They offer a chrome moly single piece unit. However, I'd still need to get a brace, since it doesn't seem like Spohn makes one.
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Old 07-04-2009, 02:33 PM   #2
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I don't see a reason to get a new bar if it isn't going to be adjustable. The only difference would be in the bushing stiffness. Not worth it IMO. I bought my bar just to center the axle; I never felt much difference.

I never bothered to replace my brace.
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Old 07-04-2009, 02:45 PM   #3
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Hmmm...so maybe the stock brace and panhard bar are already good enough stock? The brace did look pretty flimsy to me, but, then again, it might be strong enough from the factory to do the job.
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I bought a BMR adjustable PHB and PHB HD brace because I had planned on lowering my car. I decided not to lower the car, but installed both anyways. I can tell absolutely no difference with the BMR pieces in. I wouldn't worry about swapping it.
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Old 07-04-2009, 05:43 PM   #5
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Thanks for the input! It sounds like I'm better off saving my money and avoiding these parts.
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