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Old May 23, 2009 | 07:15 AM
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I'm installing my simple, 2 point strut brace today. I know where the bolts are , but just wanted to make sure I didnt need to know anything important before I unbolt the strut towers. Is the installation straightforward? Can I just unbolt and put this sucker on?
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Old May 23, 2009 | 09:20 AM
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That's what I did, there might be a torque spec to put the bolts back to but I can't remember.
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Old May 23, 2009 | 09:47 AM
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Depending on the bar you have, it may go right on. Most bars have the long holes which allows the bar to slip through the angled shock mount studs. Some bars (the G2 I think?) have just circular holes and I think require you to drop the coilover assembly down until it will slide right in.
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Old May 23, 2009 | 04:03 PM
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It's pretty straight forward. You may have to play with it a bit to get both sides on.

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Mine went right on, real easy. I think the bolts are supposed to be a 32 Ft/lbs IIRC.
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Old May 24, 2009 | 01:20 AM
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Mine fits fine on the shelf in the garage where it currently resides.

Yeah, if I remember correctly there are the two forward-most bolts that stick up. Those are the ones to use.
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Old May 24, 2009 | 01:52 AM
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yep its that simple
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Old May 26, 2009 | 07:33 AM
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Just another suggestion for you. Do not tighten anything back down until you have all the bolts started and then tighten everything to spec. If you have any other questions feel free to ask and I will be more than glad to help!
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mine took a total of about 2 minutes to get on.
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Originally Posted by davered00ss
it's pretty straight forward. You may have to play with it a bit to get both sides on.

yup...
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