comments on new toms front lower brace
07-14-04, 01:54 PM
#1
comments on new toms front lower brace
i was trying to resist posting about my pleasing exp after the install i did of the toms front lower brace.
this brace i was able to purchase from kandygs400 (a exceptional guy and highly rated seller here). the brace was in the silver color which is fine by me
This brace is worth every penny paid ,either new or used .. outperforms the trd brace hands down.. their are certain roads i drive on everyday and know how my car behaves , since putting this brace on friday these same roads have brought a HUGE smile to my face .. the brace has eliminated any and all movement in the front end .. it appears when leux designed this car , the front eng cradle or crossmember where the lower control arm mounts was designed to move somewhat to cushion the ride , not good for perf speed demons like myself.. the 2 links that this brace provides works in harmony with the castor arms restricting any movement within this area PERIOD..cornering has become flatter , much flatter .. driving over irreg in the road bring no distortion or steering kickback like how bmw's feel .. very firm.. ride has gotten better because the whole front end is working as one ..
This piece is a must do for those of us who drive aggressive and for those who are running larger wheels and tires due to the larger contact patch on the roads .. this brace will make your front end track 100% better, it will distribute the load of cornering forces throughout the front susp components instead of sways doing more work then the shocks/springs and control arms etc.. imo much better for the overall feel and longevity of the susp components.. everything feels connected and tight (does not affect ride in the least)
i also purchased the toms rear lower brace , should get that next week (i hope
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their is a big price diff between the trd and toms , but it is worth it and was designed to be worth it as a single piece with the 2 links
this brace i was able to purchase from kandygs400 (a exceptional guy and highly rated seller here). the brace was in the silver color which is fine by me
This brace is worth every penny paid ,either new or used .. outperforms the trd brace hands down.. their are certain roads i drive on everyday and know how my car behaves , since putting this brace on friday these same roads have brought a HUGE smile to my face .. the brace has eliminated any and all movement in the front end .. it appears when leux designed this car , the front eng cradle or crossmember where the lower control arm mounts was designed to move somewhat to cushion the ride , not good for perf speed demons like myself.. the 2 links that this brace provides works in harmony with the castor arms restricting any movement within this area PERIOD..cornering has become flatter , much flatter .. driving over irreg in the road bring no distortion or steering kickback like how bmw's feel .. very firm.. ride has gotten better because the whole front end is working as one ..
This piece is a must do for those of us who drive aggressive and for those who are running larger wheels and tires due to the larger contact patch on the roads .. this brace will make your front end track 100% better, it will distribute the load of cornering forces throughout the front susp components instead of sways doing more work then the shocks/springs and control arms etc.. imo much better for the overall feel and longevity of the susp components.. everything feels connected and tight (does not affect ride in the least)
i also purchased the toms rear lower brace , should get that next week (i hope
)their is a big price diff between the trd and toms , but it is worth it and was designed to be worth it as a single piece with the 2 links
07-15-04, 02:35 AM
#6
Originally posted by rominl
no, i just don't wnat to believe it coz' that makes me spend more money..... @_@
no, i just don't wnat to believe it coz' that makes me spend more money..... @_@
07-15-04, 12:29 PM
#7
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Originally posted by RMMGS4
Dude, you already drove 110+ with me on the twisties on HWY152, last summer. It felt like nothing, but the L-Tuned suspension GS following us was white-knuckling it, just trying to keep up. You gotta get ALL the TOM's braces eventually. Stop kidding yourself. Resistance is futile !
Dude, you already drove 110+ with me on the twisties on HWY152, last summer. It felt like nothing, but the L-Tuned suspension GS following us was white-knuckling it, just trying to keep up. You gotta get ALL the TOM's braces eventually. Stop kidding yourself. Resistance is futile !
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07-15-04, 01:08 PM
#9
hey red .you are really going to like how your car is going to feel with the 6pc links.. really makes to rear operate as a single unit like how the bmw do it
its funny i am doing the reverse , i have the 6pclinks and am waiting for the rear lower control brace to get here next week to put on
the toms stuff are well made and well thought out and a must have for moderate to very aggressive drivers like me .. it will put a smile on your face everytime ,, no BS
its funny i am doing the reverse , i have the 6pclinks and am waiting for the rear lower control brace to get here next week to put on
the toms stuff are well made and well thought out and a must have for moderate to very aggressive drivers like me .. it will put a smile on your face everytime ,, no BS
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07-15-04, 03:38 PM
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You're gonna like the RLCB too! It made a big difference on my car for example on a certain high speed sweeping uphill freeway onramp (around 80mph or so) there are a few dips and bumps and the car feels much more "settled" going through with the rear chassis brace!
I'm looking for the front brace now too so I'll have the complete set except for the 6 link. Good to hear the positive report on the front brace, thanks!
I'm looking for the front brace now too so I'll have the complete set except for the 6 link. Good to hear the positive report on the front brace, thanks!
07-15-04, 06:55 PM
#12
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Originally posted by lexforlife
hey red .you are really going to like how your car is going to feel with the 6pc links.. really makes to rear operate as a single unit like how the bmw do it
its funny i am doing the reverse , i have the 6pclinks and am waiting for the rear lower control brace to get here next week to put on
hey red .you are really going to like how your car is going to feel with the 6pc links.. really makes to rear operate as a single unit like how the bmw do it
its funny i am doing the reverse , i have the 6pclinks and am waiting for the rear lower control brace to get here next week to put on
07-23-04, 10:58 AM
#14
Aw man. More $? 
I could have bought that brace from kandy but being the **** person I am, I did not want the gray. I know it is underneath but If I'm going to pay more to swap out my TRD, I might as well get exactly what I want. Lucky for you Ed.
One day. I already have the rear ones. It is funny that we all did it in different orders.
I could have bought that brace from kandy but being the **** person I am, I did not want the gray. I know it is underneath but If I'm going to pay more to swap out my TRD, I might as well get exactly what I want. Lucky for you Ed.
One day. I already have the rear ones. It is funny that we all did it in different orders.
07-23-04, 11:08 AM
#15
Originally posted by Neo
Aw man. More $?
I could have bought that brace from kandy but being the **** person I am, I did not want the gray. I know it is underneath but If I'm going to pay more to swap out my TRD, I might as well get exactly what I want. Lucky for you Ed.
One day. I already have the rear ones. It is funny that we all did it in different orders.
Aw man. More $?
I could have bought that brace from kandy but being the **** person I am, I did not want the gray. I know it is underneath but If I'm going to pay more to swap out my TRD, I might as well get exactly what I want. Lucky for you Ed.
One day. I already have the rear ones. It is funny that we all did it in different orders.
AGAIN GUYS , THOSE RUNNING 19IN AND UP WHEELS AND WHO DRIVE FROM MODERATE TO AGGRESSIVE , THIS IS A MUST HAVE
sorry for the caps but i want to get this point across