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g00se · 11-21-2012, 01:23 AM

So I originally bought the GT Spec fender brace about a year ago but really have not had the time to install it until about 2 weeks ago (combination of laziness, 60 hour work weeks, grad school and living in a complex that frowns upon working on your car in the car port).

Fortunately a friend referred me to a DIY auto shop where you can rent a space, lifts and air impacts. (Lifted Workshop I think it was called?) Which gave me a place to get these on finally.

My initial impression just from holding them was "Goddamn!" Beefy, triangulated with nice welds and an awesome paint job (kind of a shame that its hidden by the fender). The results from driving them the last couple of weeks were equally amazing. I noticed my ride was smoother, like the chassis was less disturbed by bumps and imperfections in the road. The cornering felt a lot smoother and felt flatter as I tried to push it on some on ramps. Track day soon I hope!

All in all this felt like a fantastic addition to my s14. These fender braces were one of my favorite additions seconded only by the power brace and Jonnie Fraz's Strut tower bar with BMC stopper. The only pain in the ass was taking off the fenders.. if you can get past that then get a set! you wont regret it..

stealthsr20 · 11-21-2012, 01:26 AM

Thanks ace! :thumbup:

moco · 11-21-2012, 01:32 AM

Do they make some for S13 or these will fit on the S13?

*brndck* · 11-21-2012, 01:33 AM

all the gtspec stuff i've seen has been top notch and SUPER beefy. i want all their bars.

g00se · 11-21-2012, 11:35 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by moco

Do they make some for S13 or these will fit on the S13?

I dont see a application for s13's but i believe Jonnie Fraz makes a set.

OH and install tip- while installing these braces, have a friend push up against the door while the bolts connecting the door to the frame are out. or the door will get misaligned.

11-21-2012, 01:23 AM	#1
g00se Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: CA Posts: 383 Trader Rating: (7) Feedback Score: 7 reviews	GT Spec Fender Brace quick review- because sharing is caring So I originally bought the GT Spec fender brace about a year ago but really have not had the time to install it until about 2 weeks ago (combination of laziness, 60 hour work weeks, grad school and living in a complex that frowns upon working on your car in the car port). Fortunately a friend referred me to a DIY auto shop where you can rent a space, lifts and air impacts. (Lifted Workshop I think it was called?) Which gave me a place to get these on finally. My initial impression just from holding them was "Goddamn!" Beefy, triangulated with nice welds and an awesome paint job (kind of a shame that its hidden by the fender). The results from driving them the last couple of weeks were equally amazing. I noticed my ride was smoother, like the chassis was less disturbed by bumps and imperfections in the road. The cornering felt a lot smoother and felt flatter as I tried to push it on some on ramps. Track day soon I hope! All in all this felt like a fantastic addition to my s14. These fender braces were one of my favorite additions seconded only by the power brace and Jonnie Fraz's Strut tower bar with BMC stopper. The only pain in the ass was taking off the fenders.. if you can get past that then get a set! you wont regret it..

11-21-2012, 01:26 AM	#2
stealthsr20 Zilvia Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: oklahoma Age: 41 Posts: 256 Trader Rating: (3) Feedback Score: 3 reviews	Thanks ace! :thumbup: __________________ "You always getting emotional after a gunfight"

11-21-2012, 01:32 AM	#3
moco Zilvia Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: los angeles Posts: 247 Trader Rating: (3) Feedback Score: 3 reviews	Do they make some for S13 or these will fit on the S13?