Strut Bar + Aftermarket Intake issues
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Strut Bar + Aftermarket Intake issues
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I recently got the Cusco front sturt bar from the group buy but having some problems with my Fujita intake
The bar goes on just fine, but the space between the area where the intake curves into the cone filter hits the strut bar while the car is in motion.
I've seen other members here with an aftermarket strut bar + intake and was wondering if anyone else has these issues and how they resolved them?
I have tried to rework the angles of both the intake and bar but it still touches either way.
I have considered inserting, maybe a 3-4mm washer, in order to get the extra clearance but unsure if it is safe or if the hood can close down afterwards.
Any help is greatly appreciated !
I recently got the Cusco front sturt bar from the group buy but having some problems with my Fujita intake
The bar goes on just fine, but the space between the area where the intake curves into the cone filter hits the strut bar while the car is in motion.
I've seen other members here with an aftermarket strut bar + intake and was wondering if anyone else has these issues and how they resolved them?
I have tried to rework the angles of both the intake and bar but it still touches either way.
I have considered inserting, maybe a 3-4mm washer, in order to get the extra clearance but unsure if it is safe or if the hood can close down afterwards.
Any help is greatly appreciated !
Last edited by felixt; 09-08-12 at 08:05 PM.
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Thanks for the reply sffd
I don't mind it making contact, the thing is it makes a noticeable vibration that I can feel on the pedals and steering wheel when the car is at a stop,
Would you suggest adding washers to get the extra clearance?
I don't mind it making contact, the thing is it makes a noticeable vibration that I can feel on the pedals and steering wheel when the car is at a stop,
Would you suggest adding washers to get the extra clearance?
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I was thinking of adding washers to the strut bolts to get some extra clearance
Putting a piece of rubber in between the contact area?
The bar is tightened down according to the torque specs, so I believe it is fine.
Does the contact in your car make a vibration in the cabin as well?
Putting a piece of rubber in between the contact area?
The bar is tightened down according to the torque specs, so I believe it is fine.
Does the contact in your car make a vibration in the cabin as well?
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