Strut & Tie Bars

[96ek_hatch]

I was taking a poll of anyone who has installed upper/lower strut and tie bars on their civic. Is there a significant difference? How did it change or improve the handling characteristics?

[98ex2286]

well it helps reduce some flex in the car, but really dosnt do much for u unless u have some other supension mods to ur car. but this is what i heard so correct me if im wrong

[96ek_hatch]

Well i do have KYB Agx and Eibach springs.. and 205 series tires.. i was wondering how well tie bars would complement this setup.

[98ex2286]

i would belive it would help ruduce some flex idk how much of a diffrence u would feel. i would personally go with some front and rear sway bars to help reduce some more body roll... and i belive u would be able to feel the change more. sorry for the lack of info tho i got no first hand experince, my suspension set up is still stock for now

[Doughboy]

Most definately, I've got front upper, rear lower, X trunk brace, and Cpillar bar.. along with shocks and springs and it handles like a dream..

Gotta have decent tires for the upmost potential though.. You can find sets of four for good deals man, dont go and spend hundreds of dollars on aluminum.

[Calesta]

If you get the right braces, they make a world of difference. Cheapo eBay bars with joints in them don't really do a damn thing for you.

[estebones]

Originally posted by Calesta@Jun 24 2005, 12:18 AM
If you get the right braces, they make a world of difference.* Cheapo eBay bars with joints in them don't really do a damn thing for you.

sooo true, I have used the ebay bars before and let me tell you you get what you pay for.. and if you pay more than 20 bucks youve been ripped off.

save the $$ and look in forums for opinions... then make your own choice.