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Old 19-08-2008, 12:53   #1
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Strut Brace for vRS

In case anyone's interested, a front upper brace is now available which doesn't require cutting into the bodywork. Designed for the Golf V, so I assume it will fit the Octy II. Must be sourced from the States though...

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Re: Strut Brace for vRS

Would be on the wish list if I was keeping the car
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Would be on the wish list if I was keeping the car
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Yes Steve please enlighten us!

Mine will also be gone within the next year or so, hopefully.
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Link not working for me?
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Re: Strut Brace for vRS

Can't seem to get onto website via link or search engine....doh! Sounds interesting tho.
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In case anyone's interested, a front upper brace is now available which doesn't require cutting into the bodywork. Designed for the Golf V, so I assume it will fit the Octy II. Must be sourced from the States though...

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The web site is:

www. eurosportacc.com/eurosport_strut_stress_tie_bars.htm
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I would guess it requires some drilling -

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