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02-03-2010, 16:22
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Interceptor
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Anyone got an OMP front lower steel brace installed?
I came accross this lower suspension arm brace by OMP.
I havent seen anyone using one so i would like to ask if someone has fitted one and whats it like... They are quite cheap too, @ 65euro... Part Number: OMPMA1864 Made of high quality steel finished in a vibrant and durable red paint. Strut braces are a very popular tuning part for road use and probably the cheapest way to improve the suspension. By strengthening the front suspension turrets, the suspension geometry is kept stable by reducing the movement of the inner wings, increasing road holding and reducing tyre wear. They are relatively easy to fit with basic tools and mechanical knowledge. > INCREASED ROAD HOLDING > LESS CHASSIS FLEX > REDUCED TYRE WEAR 
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02-03-2010, 17:21
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There's someone on here with one think it's on a diesel got a picture of him going round a track not sure of the name tho. I was after one aswell lol
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02-03-2010, 17:27
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Proud Seat Owner
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Location: Magor, South Wales
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I've seen a topic with someone that had it.
I think he had to cut part of the tray underneath the car or something? Eitherway, let me know how it goes? I'm interested but I'm not sure at the moment.
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02-03-2010, 20:12
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Interceptor
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That would be a nice thread to read...
Ill try to do a search...cos i would like to see how it stands out under the car... Wouldnt want to hit anything while driving if theres not enough clearance under the car... |
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02-03-2010, 20:51
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Location: Preston - UK
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Here is a pic of one fitted.
Runs pretty low. 
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02-03-2010, 21:12
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u think it would make much difference?
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02-03-2010, 21:16
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It goes across the front of the subframe/consols - that is one of the most stressed parts when you start to push on because it takes the full side load of the wishbone. |
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02-03-2010, 21:21
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Sir Bob,a geordy legend..
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I've been thinking of getting one of these for a while. Might get one at some point...
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02-03-2010, 21:39
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oh cool! where is the best place to get them from? look pretty low!!
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02-03-2010, 21:42
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Sir Bob,a geordy legend..
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Ebay...
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02-03-2010, 21:50
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sweet! will have a gander!
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03-03-2010, 06:11
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Interceptor
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Location: South Greece
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Nice pic thanks.
Yes it sits pretty low I think our front bumper is lower than that? Our main concern is what does it feel like while driving 
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03-03-2010, 07:46
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03-03-2010, 08:12
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Most cars respond well to upper and lower braces being fitted. They keep the front of the car from distorting when cornering and hold the suspension where it should be. |
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03-03-2010, 08:21
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Hi, Im Ron Burgundy
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I was looking at these the other week. I suppose you will have to modify the undertray to get them to fit? Or just take it off altogether. I suppose if it does cause more understeer you could always take it off. Only £60 afterall
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03-03-2010, 08:42
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Respond well on internet forums? Or through track testing with a G meter? I know the theory behind upper and lower braces, but the practice is a lot different. I don;t have experience of the 20vt engine in a Mk4, but in a TDi, i would quite happily say if you drove two different cars without knowing which had the braces fitted, you couldn;t tell the difference. On a track, with grippy tyres, they will do some good. But on the road, they'll generally make the car understeer more. The stiffer the front is, the more understeer. Stiffen the rear, more oversteer. As the TDi is very prone to understeer, you even that out by fitting a rear ARB (thats usual practice on here, I'm not suggesting its the best) If you then stiffen the front, you're upsetting the balance once more. My personal opinion, and its always the same, is that there are plenty of things to do before fitting strut braces. |
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