TL12

I finally got my strut tower bar installed and it makes a huge difference in handling. I used an aftermarket bar made for a Honda and designed my own brackets. The plastic engine cover had to come off and I will be getting smaller ones off a G2 Legend to cover the harness. I can post pictures, if someone will instruct me how to insert photos.

Han

Is it hard to make your own bracket?

Use "Attach file" to attach your photo.

TL12

First, I made full sized brackets using 3/16" cardboard (paper with styrofoam sandwiched in between). You can get these at art supply stores. I mounted the Honda bar on it and after I was satisfied with the geometry of it, I had it made with 3/16" steel plate at a fab shop. The person who made it was a friend, so it just cost me a case of beer.

The original brackets that came with the bar were made with 1/8" plate and I guess I could have use that thickness as well, but I wanted to make sure it did not flex. I was originally going to make the steel bracket myself using a drill, scroll saw and grinder, but changed my mind.

Han

Which honda bar you use ?
Thanks!

TL12

The bar I used was for a Honda Civic. Strange that the Civic one would work out because it is a much narrower car. The bar I got has 2 bends in it and it worked out perfectly to fit my 3.2TL. The engine cover had to come off though. I'll post a picture after I get my digital camera back from repairs.

Han

What is the year and model of the Civic?
Hope the plastic engine cover from the Legend G2 fit well.

TL12

It was for a 97 Civic. I've compared photos of the G2 Legend and the 3.2TL and the engine looks identical including the location of the bolts holding the plastic cover. If you get a chance to try one first, please let us all know how it fits.