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post Jan 25, 2009 - 1:07 PM
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I got an alignment yesterday and remembered I hadn't installed my strut bar as I left the dealer. I just installed the strut bar and am wondering if I need to re-do the alignment. The strut bolts were torque'd to spec and my friend says I should be fine but I have, what I think are, expensive tires (BFG KDW). Couldn't find any info on 6GC but other forums have mixed answers - some say you should and some say it doesn't matter. Just want to know what the experts think. Thanks in advance.


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post Jan 25, 2009 - 8:04 PM
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you don't need to.


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post Jan 25, 2009 - 8:05 PM
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Are you talking about the strut rods, which run lengthwise from the chassis to the rear axle carriers, or are you talking about a stabilizer bar/anti-sway bar, which runs laterally from between the axle carriers?

If it's the strut rod, then yes. If it's the anti-sway bar, then no.
post Jan 25, 2009 - 10:39 PM
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I'm talking about the bar that connects the strut towers (see red TRD strut bar in my sig)
I would think the answer is no, I don't have to, because I'm just removing 2 of the 3 bolts to hook this thing up. Just wanted to get a more expert opinion.


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post Jan 25, 2009 - 10:44 PM
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NO you don't need to. Nothing is moving when you remove or put the strut bar back on, except for the bar itself.


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post Jan 27, 2009 - 9:59 AM
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Ah, strut brace -- no alignment required.

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