Gave My Evo Fangs: Splitter Support Rod Overkill!
Nov 8, 2006, 10:11 AM
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Gave My Evo Fangs: Splitter Support Rod Overkill!
I'm sure I'm not the first to punch the turnbuckle support rods of their APR splitter through the front bumper after misjudging a driveway transition. I finally did it after years of pussyfooting around curbs and speed bumps.
So, I decided it was time for a serious support upgrade. I purchased some stainless sailing turnbuckles and 5/16th's Heim joints. This time I attached the turnbuckles to the bumper support beam by simply retapping the existing bolt holes.
I'm pleased with the results. A simple twist of the turnbuckles actually makes a difference in the splitter's angle. To remove the supports, just take off the clips and pop the pins out.
I've placed the APR support rods in a few of the photos to illustrate the difference in size. They're definitely overkill. Flame away.
So, I decided it was time for a serious support upgrade. I purchased some stainless sailing turnbuckles and 5/16th's Heim joints. This time I attached the turnbuckles to the bumper support beam by simply retapping the existing bolt holes.
I'm pleased with the results. A simple twist of the turnbuckles actually makes a difference in the splitter's angle. To remove the supports, just take off the clips and pop the pins out.
I've placed the APR support rods in a few of the photos to illustrate the difference in size. They're definitely overkill. Flame away.
Last edited by speedomodel; Nov 8, 2006 at 10:38 AM.
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Originally Posted by DaWorstPlaya
Looks good, question is, is this going to make you faster at the track? 
Nov 8, 2006, 10:53 AM
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Originally Posted by DaWorstPlaya
I wouldn't worry about that, Mr. "I don't want my Brembos to turn brown" ....
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I'm looking forward to seeing it in person, I may want to go this route instead of putting holes into the front bumper and it looks extremely secure! Looking good as always!
