Lowered and Forge Strut Brace

delroy · 03-04-2005, 12:04

Finally got round to fitting my Forge Strut Brace and Eibach springs.

What a difference!

I was a bit concerned about making the ride too stiff but the springs on standard dampers has done exactly what I wanted them to.

i.e lower the car and make it look a bit better and stiffen the ride and reduce roll without making it too stiff for motorway/long journeys.

Took the car out for a quick spin down the new stretch of A21 (lamberhurst bypass if any one knows i) - had so much fun I did it twice, having the tyres squealing around both round abouts and a massive grin on my face.

I think the bloke who had broken down thought he was going mad when he saw me go past for the second time. Either that or he thought i was mad!

Only small gripe is that the Strut Brace doesn't fit too well and was rubbing on the engine cowling - which meant much of yesterday afternoon was spent modifying it (i.e cutting a chuck out of it) at least now it probably weighs a little less!!!!!!

Also not sure how easy it is to get to the air filter. Is this the same with the Seat/Momo brace?

Anyway, hope the pictures have worked!

The The · 03-04-2005, 13:38

Has lowering made the ride any more or less choppy? the standard setup soaks up the bumps well but i find mine jiggles on uneven roads, i wondered if your new springs help or make no difference cheers.

faboka vrs · 03-04-2005, 14:56

Had my Forge brace sitting in the bedroom since xmas. Really should fit it.

delroy · 03-04-2005, 16:14

Quote:

Originally Posted by faboka vrs

Had my Forge brace sitting in the bedroom since xmas. Really should fit it.

Be warned - if it is the same as mine-as I expect it is, it will knock/rub on the engine cover!

AvRS · 03-04-2005, 18:18

I've heard that the adjustable strut braces aren't all that good and have the tendancy to lose stiffness which messes up the handling, this may just be in some cases though so you'll have to give it time to see if this is true for yours. How much did you pay for the forge strut brace?

Cheers

faboka vrs · 03-04-2005, 18:22

Quote:

Originally Posted by AvRS

I've heard that the adjustable strut braces aren't all that good and have the tendancy to lose stiffness which messes up the handling, this may just be in some cases though so you'll have to give it time to see if this is true for yours. How much did you pay for the forge strut brace?

Cheers

£49.99 plus vat. Seat ones are cheaper I think but I thought I'll be different then everyone else

WW_VRS · 03-04-2005, 22:00

Personally I'll go for Seat ones and spray it Skoda Green first, then get the dealer to fit it

HellFire · 03-04-2005, 22:07

Quote:

Originally Posted by WW_VRS

Personally I'll go for Seat ones and spray it Skoda Green first, then get the dealer to fit it

The Seat Sport Strut Brace was easy to fit IMO and I must of been lucky as I have had no rubbing and I can still get my green air filter out when it needs a clean without having to remove the strut brace

, whilst we are on topic where do we get the lower front strut brace from?

Thanks...

walkie · 03-04-2005, 22:09

I think Jabba do the lower one, cant remember, iirc they make the front end 40% stiffer and cost in the region of 340+ vat, Graeme had one fitted...

ScoobyChris · 04-04-2005, 08:43

Quote:

Originally Posted by walkie

I think Jabba do the lower one, cant remember, iirc they make the front end 40% stiffer and cost in the region of 340+ vat, Graeme had one fitted...

340!!!!

AAT supply one for about 25 quid

Chris

Mil · 04-04-2005, 09:37

What different makes of strut braces are there? How do strut braces actually work and how are they fitted?

ScoobyChris · 04-04-2005, 09:42

Quote:

Originally Posted by Fabia 2.0RS

What different makes of strut braces are there? How do strut braces actually work and how are they fitted?

Lots of different makes, but Forge and Momo (as used by Seat) are common. Their purpose is to keep the suspension as parallel as possible during cornering. They're basically a steel/aluminium bar which bolts onto the top/bottom of the struts to achieve this, although the lower ones require the sub-frame being dropped to fit I think....

Chris

Mil · 04-04-2005, 09:49

Hmmm...i think i'll go order one right now...

Significant change in handling when fitted?

ScoobyChris · 04-04-2005, 10:00

Quote:

Originally Posted by Fabia 2.0RS

Hmmm...i think i'll go order one right now...
Significant change in handling when fitted?

I only have the front upper one, but it does make the steering feel a bit more direct. I believe Faboka has all of them on his and he said it's made a big difference.

Chris

walkie · 04-04-2005, 10:51

Quote:

Originally Posted by ScoobyChris

340!!!!

AAT supply one for about 25 quid

Chris

Where on earth did I get that from then?

03-04-2005, 12:04	#1
delroy Briskodian Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Kent Posts: 586 Thanks: 0 Thanked 3 Times in 2 Posts	Lowered and Forge Strut Brace Finally got round to fitting my Forge Strut Brace and Eibach springs. What a difference! I was a bit concerned about making the ride too stiff but the springs on standard dampers has done exactly what I wanted them to. i.e lower the car and make it look a bit better and stiffen the ride and reduce roll without making it too stiff for motorway/long journeys. Took the car out for a quick spin down the new stretch of A21 (lamberhurst bypass if any one knows i) - had so much fun I did it twice, having the tyres squealing around both round abouts and a massive grin on my face. I think the bloke who had broken down thought he was going mad when he saw me go past for the second time. Either that or he thought i was mad! Only small gripe is that the Strut Brace doesn't fit too well and was rubbing on the engine cowling - which meant much of yesterday afternoon was spent modifying it (i.e cutting a chuck out of it) at least now it probably weighs a little less!!!!!! Also not sure how easy it is to get to the air filter. Is this the same with the Seat/Momo brace? Anyway, hope the pictures have worked! __________________ You've been Skoda'taken! Last edited by delroy; 01-03-2006 at 17:19.

03-04-2005, 13:38	#2
The The Briskodian Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: North East Posts: 466 Thanks: 0 Thanked 2 Times in 2 Posts	Has lowering made the ride any more or less choppy? the standard setup soaks up the bumps well but i find mine jiggles on uneven roads, i wondered if your new springs help or make no difference cheers. __________________ http://www.derekslackmotors.skoda.co.uk .

03-04-2005, 14:56	#3
faboka vrs Briskodian Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Merseyside Posts: 5,906 Thanks: 11 Thanked 32 Times in 32 Posts	Had my Forge brace sitting in the bedroom since xmas. Really should fit it. __________________ John Its small, black, gets laughed at, makes 125bhp at the wrong wheels, does 50mpg and makes a cracking Sponge Cake

03-04-2005, 18:18	#5
AvRS Briskodian Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Milk n Beans Posts: 531 Thanks: 0 Thanked 6 Times in 6 Posts	I've heard that the adjustable strut braces aren't all that good and have the tendancy to lose stiffness which messes up the handling, this may just be in some cases though so you'll have to give it time to see if this is true for yours. How much did you pay for the forge strut brace? Cheers __________________ Ex Furby vRS owner, soon to be Megane 230 owner My Photography page: Avs Photography

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WW_VRS Escorted Estate Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Oxfordshire/Berkshire Posts: 9,684 Thanks: 43 Thanked 67 Times in 58 Posts	Personally I'll go for Seat ones and spray it Skoda Green first, then get the dealer to fit it __________________ WW --->> Project Journal (pic links in first post there) Fabia vRS alloys for sale incl tyres, spare wheel with tyre + spare tyre - make me an offer via PM

03-04-2005, 22:09	#9
walkie ............... Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Monday: MK Tuesday: MK Wednesday: MK Thursday: MK Friday: MK/Home Saturday: Home Sunday: In bed ;o) Posts: 6,606 Thanks: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	I think Jabba do the lower one, cant remember, iirc they make the front end 40% stiffer and cost in the region of 340+ vat, Graeme had one fitted... __________________ Having a little break, concentrate on the more important things in life, swmbo and my training. See you soon folks, take care - James

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Mil Briskodian Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: United Arab Emirates Posts: 3,797 Thanks: 0 Thanked 5 Times in 5 Posts	What different makes of strut braces are there? How do strut braces actually work and how are they fitted?

04-04-2005, 09:49	#13
Mil Briskodian Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: United Arab Emirates Posts: 3,797 Thanks: 0 Thanked 5 Times in 5 Posts	Hmmm...i think i'll go order one right now... Significant change in handling when fitted?

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