New GT Spec 4 Point Ladder Brace finally released
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you can drill and tap holes yes
there is no rhyme or reason to it...some have the holes already there, some don't. We have already seen '03s that had and '03 that did not, as well as '04's that did and '04's that did not. Don't know anyone with an '05 to check yet
there is no rhyme or reason to it...some have the holes already there, some don't. We have already seen '03s that had and '03 that did not, as well as '04's that did and '04's that did not. Don't know anyone with an '05 to check yet
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Originally Posted by Triple8Sol
This part is brand new. No fitment issues as of yet, other than that it fits the 350Z and NOT the G35c.
www.partshippers.com also carries the entire GT-Spec line. Looks like prices are about the same as Z1 (depending on shipping). However, for the new mid-chassis reinforcement, it's like $20 less...
www.partshippers.com also carries the entire GT-Spec line. Looks like prices are about the same as Z1 (depending on shipping). However, for the new mid-chassis reinforcement, it's like $20 less...
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does this do anything and have a real world advantage? I am extremely interested in additional chassis rigidity, but don't want to blow cash on something that will make a barely percievable difference. do they have any solid numbers about what percentage rigidity is increased by, or is this just a tack-on bullsh!t mod for car shows?
I would gladly buy the entire set if it makes an appreciable difference.
I would gladly buy the entire set if it makes an appreciable difference.
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Originally Posted by syf0n
does this do anything and have a real world advantage? I am extremely interested in additional chassis rigidity, but don't want to blow cash on something that will make a barely percievable difference. do they have any solid numbers about what percentage rigidity is increased by, or is this just a tack-on bullsh!t mod for car shows?
I would gladly buy the entire set if it makes an appreciable difference.
I would gladly buy the entire set if it makes an appreciable difference.
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There is no way to measure how much more rigid it makes the chassis. The only yardstick is feel
Not its not a BS mod for car shows (you cannot even see it!). I have it on my own car, and I noticed an overall difference in how the car bites in as you turn the wheel quickly, as well as on throttle, mid-turn stability. Keep in mind, the more mods you have to the car chassis wise, the more a mod like this is noticed.
Silverbolt - if you are looking to reduce roll, you need swaybars and different tires
Not its not a BS mod for car shows (you cannot even see it!). I have it on my own car, and I noticed an overall difference in how the car bites in as you turn the wheel quickly, as well as on throttle, mid-turn stability. Keep in mind, the more mods you have to the car chassis wise, the more a mod like this is noticed.
Silverbolt - if you are looking to reduce roll, you need swaybars and different tires
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that looks pretty cool.. wonder if it'll fit under my stuffs underneath..
I had to remove my 2 rear GTspec braces because they didn't really fit around my amuse very well
I had to remove my 2 rear GTspec braces because they didn't really fit around my amuse very well
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Originally Posted by leemik
that looks pretty cool.. wonder if it'll fit under my stuffs underneath..
I had to remove my 2 rear GTspec braces because they didn't really fit around my amuse very well
I had to remove my 2 rear GTspec braces because they didn't really fit around my amuse very well
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Originally Posted by Z1 Performance
There is no way to measure how much more rigid it makes the chassis. The only yardstick is feel
I will probably go after better shocks or tighten up my sways to increase turn-in before I drop cash on something like this.
How thick are the bars, what is the additional toll taken on ground clearance? I am already within a hair of the speedbumps in my apartment complex... :\
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Originally Posted by Z1 Performance
There is no way to measure how much more rigid it makes the chassis. The only yardstick is feel
Not its not a BS mod for car shows (you cannot even see it!). I have it on my own car, and I noticed an overall difference in how the car bites in as you turn the wheel quickly, as well as on throttle, mid-turn stability. Keep in mind, the more mods you have to the car chassis wise, the more a mod like this is noticed.
Silverbolt - if you are looking to reduce roll, you need swaybars and different tires
Not its not a BS mod for car shows (you cannot even see it!). I have it on my own car, and I noticed an overall difference in how the car bites in as you turn the wheel quickly, as well as on throttle, mid-turn stability. Keep in mind, the more mods you have to the car chassis wise, the more a mod like this is noticed.
Silverbolt - if you are looking to reduce roll, you need swaybars and different tires
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I ordered the entire GT SPEC suspension package. I ordered the front & rear lateral tie arms, the rear lateral brace & the mid chassis brace. Only the mid chassis brace has not been installed (still waiting for the part). I feel the car is more solid in tracking. I will give additional info soon.
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syf0n - that is what I meant by saying it is not measurable....for practical purposes, there is no way to tell....the type of equipment needed is not something anything short of an OEM manufacturer/engineering firm will have
This is not meant to be a cure all for all the handling ills of a Z...as I said, it's more of a final step type product. For me, it was a natural to fit, as I literally have every other handling mod (short of a cage) fitted to the car.
This is not meant to be a cure all for all the handling ills of a Z...as I said, it's more of a final step type product. For me, it was a natural to fit, as I literally have every other handling mod (short of a cage) fitted to the car.
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I presume the same thing will happen with a G as with a Z. Some cars will have predrilled holes from the factory for the rear mounting bolts, some cars will not, and will require holes to be drilled
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Aren't these good for safety as well, i remember putting sub frame braces on a mustang and they help save the car from crushing in when hit hard. I'm thinking about putting it on my roadster just for safety reasons alone, if it helps handling so be it... It also would keep the body from flexing as much which in the long run would keep the car from stressing under hard use... thinking about getting the whole kit actually. This is why they brace our cars and put strut tower braces and rear strut braces in coupes isn't it......?