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Old Jan 23, 2005 | 02:09 PM
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Hey guys , I am currently planning on buying a strut tower brace for my 00' Trans Am. I was just wondering how well doest it improve handling on our cars . I heard it helps alot but id rather get some opinions from the forums seeing as how alot of people here know what they are talking about
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Old Jan 23, 2005 | 02:35 PM
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Not nearly as much as it helps a 3rd gen. Your last point is debatable.
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Old Jan 23, 2005 | 11:51 PM
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I made a thread about the Spohn one I just purchased. I didn't think it would make a difference, it didn't make a huge one, but you can feel it somewhat. It's a good starting point.
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Old Jan 24, 2005 | 12:32 AM
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I am thinking of getting one also. My question is if I use this car mostly for cruising or drag racing is it worth buying or just adding weight?
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Old Jan 24, 2005 | 01:50 AM
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Originally Posted by a98ws6
I am thinking of getting one also. My question is if I use this car mostly for cruising or drag racing is it worth buying or just adding weight?

not worth it, I have one and am about to take it off, Its just extra weight as long as you are only going straight.
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Old Jan 24, 2005 | 01:55 AM
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Does ny one know where to get a polished stb other than Hotchkis?
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Old Jan 24, 2005 | 02:12 AM
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well how can u tell the difference in what way ... id really like to know still contemplating as to get it or not .
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Old Jan 24, 2005 | 02:37 AM
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once you go weigh your car with all the **** on it and its 3800 lbs with you in it, You will be like ****,,, time to remove some ****.
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