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DownTheHatch
09-23-2002, 04:49 PM
I just installed mine tonight.

I took some 45 degree turns and it makes the biggest difference you can imagine. It might be my wheel/tire combo that helps. I have 18" wheels with 35 series Nitto NT450's and Neuspeed Sport Springs.

This strut bar keeps the rear end from sliding out during corners, it keeps the rear flat and eliminates alot of body roll, keeping your tires firmly planted in their contact patch.

I took these corners while the road was wet, at 45 MPH and the car still did not slide out. Since our cars are FWD, it makes more sense to put the strut bar in the back, since this tends to slide out during corners.

We do have the Strong Bar in the front which helps alot to reduce body roll.

I also ordered a 2001 Civic Tie Bar which will be here the 27th, I will install that and tell you how much improvement I get.

Heres my install:

greenguy
09-23-2002, 05:17 PM
Do ya mean 90' turn:confused: ? A 45' turn is, well no big deal.

SpeedRacer
09-23-2002, 05:46 PM
Originally posted by greenguy
Do ya mean 90' turn:confused: ? A 45' turn is, well no big deal.

i was thinking the same thing. I sure hope you can take 45' turns because if ya cant something is wrong

DownTheHatch
09-23-2002, 08:12 PM
Yea I meant 90 degree. lol

grooveline
09-24-2002, 08:14 AM
say man, I had a bitch of a time tryin to get it installed on top of the carpet... I end up having to install under the carpet pad. Now people can't see my handi work

esmith13
09-24-2002, 08:36 AM
DTH,

Is this the bar seen on eBay for $15-$25???

If not, what did you pay for yours and what is your opinion on the no-name parts on eBay???

ssvr6
09-24-2002, 09:03 AM
Originally posted by esmith13
DTH,

Is this the bar seen on eBay for $15-$25???

If not, what did you pay for yours and what is your opinion on the no-name parts on eBay???

This is my EXACT same question.


Steve

HondaMan
09-24-2002, 11:11 AM
I have the same bar installed and I like it. Its not a name brand but it gets the job done for little $$$.

Here is a eBay link for it:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=1863252086

Here is my install:

K20ACTR
09-24-2002, 04:27 PM
How did you install the brace? Did you have to cut any of the plastic pieces?

sicivic2002
09-24-2002, 04:39 PM
Yes you have to cut the plastic peices in order to put them back. Here is a pic of mine with plastic peices cut and under the carpet.

fishboy
09-24-2002, 05:02 PM
was it hard to cut? looks good guys.

PoRT
09-24-2002, 07:07 PM
which one did u have luck with .. this one

http://cgi.aol.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=1862950480

or this one

http://cgi.aol.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=1862937290

i am about to get one

sicivic2002
09-24-2002, 07:33 PM
I think they're both same bar. Just get whichever one is cheaper. I got mine from the people in the first link though. Ordered and got delivered within a week I think.

HondaMan
09-24-2002, 07:39 PM
Originally posted by sicivic2002
I think they're both same bar. Just get whichever one is cheaper. I got mine from the people in the first link though. Ordered and got delivered within a week I think.

Yep, same bar and I got mine at the same place.

PoRT
09-24-2002, 07:46 PM
ordered.. i figured you cant lose for only $15.00 dollars

DynaSpeed
09-26-2002, 08:59 AM
Installed mine last night. I love it. definite improvement.

HondaMan
09-26-2002, 09:04 AM
Wish they had the $15.00 auctions going when I got mine...would have saved $5.50...hehe! :)

greenguy
09-27-2002, 06:29 AM
I just won an auction on e-bay for that bar.
Cant wait :D

fishboy
09-27-2002, 09:58 AM
Originally posted by greenguy
I just won an auction on e-bay for that bar.
Cant wait :D

haha. me too. everybody is having fun, but us. DTH, i have a question... where exactly did you make the cut? and if you and anybody else who cut their plastic can post detailed pics and measurements, that would help out alot, thanks.

HondaMan
09-27-2002, 10:21 AM
Originally posted by fishboy


haha. me too. everybody is having fun, but us. DTH, i have a question... where exactly did you make the cut? and if you and anybody else who cut their plastic can post detailed pics and measurements, that would help out alot, thanks.

Yes, that would be sweet...I will see first hand sicivic2002's work tomorrow.

fishboy
09-27-2002, 10:23 AM
lucky, post pics. :D

HondaMan
09-27-2002, 10:27 AM
Will do. :)

sicivic2002
09-27-2002, 12:17 PM
Mine could be better, eventually I am gonna take the pieces off and smooth out the areas where I cut.

pobanaitsa
09-29-2002, 03:08 PM
i just got my strut bar yesterday. can someone give me some help on how to install this thing. thanks. also can you install it without cutting anything?

HondaMan
09-29-2002, 03:15 PM
Its not that hard to install and yes you will have to cut the plastic covers over the strut towers, if you still want them on.

HondaMan
09-29-2002, 03:21 PM
Also, see this thread for more info:
http://www.ephatch.com/forum/showthread.php?s=&threadid=2174

BlasTech
09-29-2002, 03:38 PM
For clean, controlled holes with smooth edges and little discoloring, always use a Dremel (or other rotary tool) on plastic...Buy, beg, or borrow one, its a great investment.

pobanaitsa
09-29-2002, 03:53 PM
thanks hondaman

HondaMan
09-29-2002, 04:13 PM
No problem.

I'm going to get a Dremel ASAP before I cut the plastic.

ep3guy
09-29-2002, 10:52 PM
just installed this bar today, me and pobanaista picked it up for $18 total each bar :p . the strut really makes a difference.

fishboy
09-30-2002, 09:49 AM
dude i can't wait for mine. it should be in soon this week. oh how i miss buying shit for my car. damn this rc car hobby! i have neglected my real car!:confused: this is a funny face.

ep3guy
09-30-2002, 01:30 PM
hey fishboy, are you ever gonna enter your car into any shows? if so tell me :D i wanna see your car in person, im thinking about getting rotas also.

fishboy
09-30-2002, 03:16 PM
nope no shows. i'm fixing up my car for me, but if you ever come down to san diego hit me up with a pm beforehand. we'll work something out.:) thanks for your interest though.