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Old 05-07-2012, 06:49 PM
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Originally Posted by m73m95
Why is everyone so shy about the sparco bar?
http://www.pistonheads.com/gassing/topic.asp?t=439998
Old 05-07-2012, 06:49 PM
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Hearing that either a brace won't do anything but looks or that it makes a big difference in everyday driving... Can't figure out if I should actually get one...
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If I didn't already have a kla I would jump at the chance to buy the sparco. Can you get pictures of the ends?

Want to trade? The kla should work with a turbo?
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A strut brace will do NOTHING on a street car except make things difficult to work on in the engine bay. I had one on my track car and didn't notice ANY improvement until I went to solid suspension throughout. I originally had the KLA then fitted an Escort Cup brace, now that thing is what i call a real racing strut brace. Imo all the others are just for show.
Old 05-07-2012, 08:44 PM
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Both bars are sold and paid for. Thanks!
Old 05-07-2012, 10:39 PM
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Originally Posted by Butters944
http://www.pistonheads.com/gassing/topic.asp?t=439998

Some dude on a Forum somewhere says the Sparco bar is "poo", so that turned you off?

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Both bars are sold and paid for. Thanks!
Glad to hear it. My wallet was crying out to me, and I almost couldn't ignore it any longer
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Originally Posted by m73m95
Some dude on a Forum somewhere says the Sparco bar is "poo", so that turned you off?
Lol it made me hesitate, a bit!

Oh well, glad the temptation's passed.
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Originally Posted by thirdgenbird
If I didn't already have a kla I would jump at the chance to buy the sparco. Can you get pictures of the ends?

Want to trade? The kla should work with a turbo?
Maybe I'll take you up on that
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Originally Posted by whalebird
Maybe I'll take you up on that
so you are the buyer glad to se you still around. i nearly sent you a pm the other day.

i am interested pending more pics. the sparco looks nice but the kla is adjustable and is already on my car.
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figure it out, guys...I can ship it one way or another to save the costs for one of you.
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Post it over on 944 Hybrids. If it fits an NA car it will fit the LS swap
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Originally Posted by pettybird
figure it out, guys...I can ship it one way or another to save the costs for one of you.
I mearly jest with TGB. Get me that Sparco ASAP(LOL)...I need some bling quick. You would probably agree if you've ever seen my 924.

Casey, PM me anytime my friend, for any reason. I hope all is well with the Bride...and the BKO. Just turned 440K miles on my 88 last week pulling a trailer with a ton of lumber thru the mountains. Nothing can stop that thing.

Thanks Doug and I wait at the mailbox with giddy anticipation!
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ha! should have it mailed out by tomorrow.
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Originally Posted by whalebird
I mearly jest with TGB. Get me that Sparco ASAP(LOL)...I need some bling quick. You would probably agree if you've ever seen my 924.

Casey, PM me anytime my friend, for any reason. I hope all is well with the Bride...and the BKO. Just turned 440K miles on my 88 last week pulling a trailer with a ton of lumber thru the mountains. Nothing can stop that thing.

Thanks Doug and I wait at the mailbox with giddy anticipation!
I guess it is going to a good home

The BKO and wife are both great with the exception of some whining (the bronco, not the wife) I'm not sure that the cause is. It follows rpm and doesn't sound like a belt.


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