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Old Jun 25, 2003 | 06:29 PM
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RMR Lower control arm brace?

Is the RMR lower control arm brace worth it? To anyone that owns it, did it make a difference at all in handling of the car? Just wondering if this peice even does anything before I buy it. Just looking for some opinions and some info on what it does exactly.

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Old Jun 25, 2003 | 07:28 PM
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I have the brace after installing the RMR downpipe. As far as I can tell, the difference in handling is marginal compared to stock. But keep in mind that to install a larger diameter downpipe, the stock cross-members won't fit any longer. I can guarantee that cross brace is better than nothing at all.
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Old Jun 25, 2003 | 09:36 PM
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It is certainly beefier than the two single stock braces.
I am happy with it. It's cheaper with the downpipe purchase, too.
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Old Jul 1, 2003 | 04:30 PM
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Originally posted by Chris in HB
I have the brace after installing the RMR downpipe. As far as I can tell, the difference in handling is marginal compared to stock. But keep in mind that to install a larger diameter downpipe, the stock cross-members won't fit any longer. I can guarantee that cross brace is better than nothing at all.
Most suppliers of larger diameter DPs include spacers for the cross braces so you do not have to go without. I would think that the stock braces which attach by single bolts at each end would not offer the same amount of rigidity as a diagonally reinforced one piece setup such as that offered by RMR.
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