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 Oct 2, 2007 - 8:28 AM
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 Enthusiast  Joined Mar 19, '07 From Washington Currently Offline Reputation: 9 (100%)  |
might be interested in a 2pt...anyone know if one of these 2pts would make a significant difference over the stock GT's 3pt?
This post has been edited by 96bluevert: Oct 2, 2007 - 8:32 AM -------------------- "A true car enthusiast can see the potential in any car"
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Oct 2, 2007 - 9:48 AM
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difference over the stock GT bar depending on his design should be pretty big, as the GT stock bar is a cooked noodle in terms of functioning stiffness.
his bar is thickness/size should be much much stiffer. ST and GT are the same |
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Oct 2, 2007 - 1:29 PM
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Enthusiast Joined Mar 20, '07 From www.manvsmetal.com Currently Offline Reputation: 0 (0%) |
Thanks for clearing that up playr158.
96bluevert, the single bar, as simple as it is, is much stiffer than the stock bar. There is a noticeable difference in steering response, and cornering at hight speed. Thats why I am willing to offer the single bar setup to those who want it. The only drawback to those is i am not going to powder coat them. I will sell them in raw form. The 3 point design when finished will come powdercoated. |
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Oct 2, 2007 - 6:49 PM
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Enthusiast Joined Mar 20, '07 From www.manvsmetal.com Currently Offline Reputation: 0 (0%) |
Just a quick update. I tested the twin crossbar design today, and its not going to happen. Its already a tight fit, and the second bar makes contact with a bracket on the intake manifold. Keep in mind that this is on the GT model, I have no clue if a twin crossbar design would work on the ST. So for now that means there will only be 2 choices; the budget single, and the premium triple. More to come.
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Nov 15, 2007 - 9:44 PM
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I would be highly interested in just the 2pt for my ST. Paint's not an issue, I'll use some high temp green or something. Keep us updated on the progress and keep up the good work!
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Nov 19, 2007 - 9:30 PM
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 Enthusiast Joined Nov 22, '03 From Tracadie-Sheila, NB (Canada) Currently Offline Reputation: 14 (100%) |
im in definately for the 3pt
will the strut-strut crossing section be level flat or not? (strut______strut or strut/----------\strut) im asking this because i want it to fit with my future 3rd gen 3sgte/water to air intercooler...and im not sure if a flat designed bar fits This post has been edited by HaRv3sTeR: Nov 19, 2007 - 9:44 PM |
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Nov 20, 2007 - 2:39 PM
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Enthusiast Joined Mar 20, '07 From www.manvsmetal.com Currently Offline Reputation: 0 (0%) |
Harvester, I am not positive, but I do not think this is going to work with a top mount intercooler. It is a pretty tight fit in their, and unless the 3sgte sits substantially lower than the 5sfe, I wouldnt count on it fitting.
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Nov 20, 2007 - 4:25 PM
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Would you make a 3 point not powder coated for cheaper cost if so i would be intrested?
Also you should look into making a rear strut bar. This post has been edited by Shocker: Nov 20, 2007 - 4:26 PM -------------------- |
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Nov 20, 2007 - 5:00 PM
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id be interested in a 3 point
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Nov 20, 2007 - 6:06 PM
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QUOTE(Shocker @ Nov 20, 2007 - 3:25 PM) [snapback]616005[/snapback] Would you make a 3 point not powder coated for cheaper cost if so i would be intrested? Also you should look into making a rear strut bar. X2 for the rear strut bar, and only if its cheaper than the oem gtfour one. -------------------- 98 Celica gt red- totaled deer
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Nov 21, 2007 - 6:59 AM
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Enthusiast Joined Mar 20, '07 From www.manvsmetal.com Currently Offline Reputation: 0 (0%) |
How much is the OEM GTFour Bar?
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Nov 21, 2007 - 8:20 AM
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Feb 8, 2008 - 12:57 AM
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bump? wanted one..
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Feb 9, 2008 - 7:00 AM
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QUOTE(bccentaur3 @ Nov 20, 2007 - 6:06 PM) [snapback]616052[/snapback] QUOTE(Shocker @ Nov 20, 2007 - 3:25 PM) [snapback]616005[/snapback] Would you make a 3 point not powder coated for cheaper cost if so i would be intrested? Also you should look into making a rear strut bar. X2 for the rear strut bar, and only if its cheaper than the oem gtfour one. dude, you have GOT to be kidding, right? the OEM gt-4 bar is like 60$ how much cheaper do you want it? 
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Feb 9, 2008 - 8:10 AM
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I would still like a 3 point front one ... =/
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Feb 11, 2008 - 12:04 PM
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QUOTE(presure2 @ Feb 9, 2008 - 7:00 AM) [snapback]639681[/snapback] QUOTE(bccentaur3 @ Nov 20, 2007 - 6:06 PM) [snapback]616052[/snapback] QUOTE(Shocker @ Nov 20, 2007 - 3:25 PM) [snapback]616005[/snapback] Would you make a 3 point not powder coated for cheaper cost if so i would be intrested? Also you should look into making a rear strut bar. X2 for the rear strut bar, and only if its cheaper than the oem gtfour one. dude, you have GOT to be kidding, right? the OEM gt-4 bar is like 60$ how much cheaper do you want it? but this is for the rear right. anybody know the part number of the front? -------------------- Learned a lot in 10 years... I hardly log in anymore, last login Today Sept 6 2019, and I was forced just to clarify a post. LOL
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Feb 11, 2008 - 12:31 PM
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How much would you sell just the strut tower rings for? I may need a bunch of them if what's in my head works out.
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Feb 11, 2008 - 1:10 PM
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Call me fussy if you like, but shouldnt the mounting point of the cross member on the strut brace be in line with the centre of the shock??? or it will subject the top of the shock to a twisting motion when under stress/load????
Would be interested if you did a three point rear strut brace. |
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Feb 12, 2008 - 5:06 PM
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QUOTE(DEATH @ Feb 11, 2008 - 5:31 PM) [snapback]640328[/snapback] How much would you sell just the strut tower rings for? I may need a bunch of them if what's in my head works out. Panda - You thinking what I'm thinking? Roger that. 
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Feb 13, 2008 - 9:19 AM
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Enthusiast Joined Mar 20, '07 From www.manvsmetal.com Currently Offline Reputation: 0 (0%) |
Alright guys, sorry i haven't been around, but I have been busy pumping out metal artwork and other non-celica related stuff. Just not enough time in the day to do everything. Just to let you all know, I am 75% done with my 3pt jig. I can currently turn out single bars, but I think most of you are interested in the 3pt. Ive got some extra time this weekend, so I will finish the jig, and get to pumping the 3pt'rs out.
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