Steeda Strut Tower Brace installed on Hybrid Maverick -- results & review

[r100gs91]

It came in yesterday but I wasn't feeling well. I purchased a Steeda Strut Tower Brace. It came professionally wrapped,, as it is powder coated. It took about 30 minutes to install with 2 bolts, 2 spacers and 2 washers. Had to relocate a wiring harness.

The Results:
Took it out for a 30 mile test drive evaluation. The strut Tower brace has done exactly what I had hoped for. It has stiffened the chassis just right. Gone is the vague feeling on initial turn in, now quicker and more linear, but not twitchy at all. The ride quality is enhanced in that body motions now do not affect the steering as much. Also noticed a reduction in cruise control pull to the right, when the throttle is applied vigorously by the CC. AKA torque steer. Seems to track straighter all the time, as compared to before. Not wanting to spend thousands on suspension mods, I think this is my perfect solution to the IMO marginal front suspension, . It is the only thing I am truly disappointed in and this has helped.. This strut brace has exorcised some of the FWD gremlins.

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[Kickjbl]

Looks sweet! Was it pricey?

 

[r100gs91]

Looks sweet! Was it pricey?

$125 ITD. I HAD ANOTHER item which got me free shipping. Also received a first time 5% discount.

 

[Swedish]

wow , looks nice

 

[AznMav]

It came in yesterday but I wasn't feeling well. I purchased a Steeda Strut Tower Brace. It came professionally wrapped,, as it is powder coated. It took about 30 minutes to install with 2 bolts, 2 spacers and 2 washers. Had to relocate a wiring harness.

The Results:
Took it out for a 30 mile test drive evaluation. The strut Tower brace has done exactly what I had hoped for. It has stiffened the chassis just right. Gone is the vague feeling on initial turn in, now quicker and more linear, but not twitchy at all. The ride quality is enhanced in that body motions now do not affect the steering as much. Also noticed a reduction in cruise control pull to the right, when the throttle is applied vigorously. AKA torque steer. Seems to track straighter all the time, as compared to before. Not wanting to spend thousands on suspension mods, I think this is my perfect solution to the IMO marginal front suspension, . It is the only thing I am truly disappointed in and this has helped.. This strut brace has exorcised some of the FWD gremlins.

That's sweet! I'm a nubie to all this but it seems strange that Ford couldn't include that simple looking part into a lux build or a la cart at the factory. Will have to look into one for my hybrid.

 

[JP4AZ]

It came in yesterday but I wasn't feeling well. I purchased a Steeda Strut Tower Brace. It came professionally wrapped,, as it is powder coated. It took about 30 minutes to install with 2 bolts, 2 spacers and 2 washers. Had to relocate a wiring harness.

The Results:
Took it out for a 30 mile test drive evaluation. The strut Tower brace has done exactly what I had hoped for. It has stiffened the chassis just right. Gone is the vague feeling on initial turn in, now quicker and more linear, but not twitchy at all. The ride quality is enhanced in that body motions now do not affect the steering as much. Also noticed a reduction in cruise control pull to the right, when the throttle is applied vigorously. AKA torque steer. Seems to track straighter all the time, as compared to before. Not wanting to spend thousands on suspension mods, I think this is my perfect solution to the IMO marginal front suspension, . It is the only thing I am truly disappointed in and this has helped.. This strut brace has exorcised some of the FWD gremlins.

Looks great! are you on stock tires?

 

[Fcnrwy]

ditto...

Jerry

 

[Hardening2753]

It came in yesterday but I wasn't feeling well. I purchased a Steeda Strut Tower Brace. It came professionally wrapped,, as it is powder coated. It took about 30 minutes to install with 2 bolts, 2 spacers and 2 washers. Had to relocate a wiring harness.

The Results:
Took it out for a 30 mile test drive evaluation. The strut Tower brace has done exactly what I had hoped for. It has stiffened the chassis just right. Gone is the vague feeling on initial turn in, now quicker and more linear, but not twitchy at all. The ride quality is enhanced in that body motions now do not affect the steering as much. Also noticed a reduction in cruise control pull to the right, when the throttle is applied vigorously. AKA torque steer. Seems to track straighter all the time, as compared to before. Not wanting to spend thousands on suspension mods, I think this is my perfect solution to the IMO marginal front suspension, . It is the only thing I am truly disappointed in and this has helped.. This strut brace has exorcised some of the FWD gremlins.

Looks nice

 

[Brian_J]

someone should make a brace that ties to the firewall too...

 

[wax87]

I am glad to hear it made a difference. I have been skeptical of this brace since it only attaches at one bolt per side. I thought it would need a bigger 'foot print' to really effect body twist.

 

[es7129]

I am glad to hear it made a difference. I have been skeptical of this brace since it only attaches at one bolt per side. I thought it would need a bigger 'foot print' to really effect body twist.

@Fast Mavericks is making a 2 bolt per side brace, and looking at getting a third.

 

[wax87]

@Fast Mavericks is making a 2 bolt per side brace, and looking at getting a third.

You understand the physics involved. Again I have not seen one of these bars personally, to me it seams like a rush job and not a well thought out engineered product, but I could be very wrong on that.

 

[E30andrew]

I would definitely feel more comfortable with a 2-3 bolt/side brace, but this does still look pretty quality.

 

[flabber23]

do you have a link to the part?

 

[Fcnrwy]

You understand the physics involved. Again I have not seen one of these bars personally, to me it seams like a rush job and not a well thought out engineered product, but I could be very wrong on that.

Ya, it is simplified. Right now it's better then nothing... It will have to be removed to allow access to the battery ...
Jerry

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