Strut tower bars

[Johnny Danger]

I have both front and rear strut braces, as well as a rear lower stress bar (Mantis Racing) installed on my vehicle . Here are my thoughts :

1. Front Strut Brace : Did a noticeable job of reducing some cowl creaks and squeaks
No performance or handling gains .

2. Rear Strut Brace : Zilch .

3. Lower Rear Stress Bar : Imperceptible difference on the street .

[timurbin]

Thanks for all the replies. I think I will try the front bar first and see how it goes.

Greatly appreciate the input!

[AndyA6]

I installed just the front strut bar/brace and it made a difference, no question.

[timurbin]

Out of curiosity, for those who have a front strut brace, does it interfere with doing a front end alignment?

[blue2000s]

Originally Posted by timurbin

Out of curiosity, for those who have a front strut brace, does it interfere with doing a front end alignment?

You remove the bar, set camber, adjust the bar and reinstall.

[timurbin]

Thanks, blue2000s. I plan to find someone to do the alignment and then will install it after that. Haven't checked pricing on alignments or even identified who can do a Porsche alignment (in addition to the dealer!) Any suggestions on good non-dealer alignment services? I read prior threads that some Sears auto centers have done a good job but it seems to depend on who is working there. Any suggestions always appreciated!

[blue2000s]

Don't use sears unless you know the guy is good.

Find out who the guys in your local pca use. Also look for shops that do alot of work on track cars.