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Old Aug 12, 2018 | 03:38 PM
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There are also other options for bracing, if you can't use these bars, like for non
convertibles: https://lmr.com/products/05-09-Musta...s-Lower-Braces

Though, those will fit even if you have a Vert, there are other options... Just
an example, there are plenty of options.
Old Aug 13, 2018 | 03:05 PM
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Yeah, I looked at some,but it looked like a hassle removing this and that.
Old Aug 15, 2018 | 05:26 PM
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Default Blue support braces

Did some custom braces to match the paint on an '07 vert Closeup of blue braces
Nice finish should compliment his ride
Old Aug 15, 2018 | 05:31 PM
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Black powdercoating on take off braces 05-09 braces lower set. Top set is 10-13
Old Aug 15, 2018 | 05:37 PM
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Default Support braces

Ford added a brace on the upright and plate to the brace/body to beef up the bar for later models Top brace is late model 2010+
Old Oct 4, 2018 | 09:40 PM
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This is a comparison between rusted out brace & replacement support bar.

New brace on left// brace off an '08 vert low miles
Old Oct 4, 2018 | 09:44 PM
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'08 low miles from Illinois

Typical rotten braces
Old Oct 4, 2018 | 10:11 PM
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Another happy convertible owner,

Replacement rear support braces
more miles & smiles!
Old Oct 4, 2018 | 10:19 PM
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Replacement braces can be found on the Mustang Forum; classified section under parts for sale. bstrunk37@gmail.com

My '05 had rotten braces needing replacement 4 years ago.
Old Oct 4, 2018 | 10:27 PM
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This is a replacement set on my '05 convertible.

Looking towards driver side from underneath. '05 with 164,000 miles

Looking towards passenger side from underneath. '05 with 164,000 miles



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