stillen front strut tower brace

install time>> less than 1 hour

The performance mods I plan for my max are simple with the best bang for the buck.   The front strut tower brace is not a nice to have, but a must have. Luckily, it is easy to put on and does not cost that much.  

This is for reference only, I am not liable if you screw your car up.  Use caution and common sense when working on your vehicle.  Read the directions (like you will) use the right tools and use the appropriate safety equipment.

Tools needed:

> 14 mm socket
> ??? allen 
> ??? wrench
> ??? socket.  OK i will get the sizes a little later.

Step 1 make sure the vehicle is on level ground.  

This step is omportant because the strut bar ties the front of the vehicle together.  If the vehicle chassis is cocked, it will always be that way and that is bad.  Once you are comfortable, remove the 14 mm bolts (3 on each side) and set them to the side. 

Step 2 install the top plates

Place the top plates over the strut tower mounts and put the bolts back on.  Make sure you disconnect the passenger side (this is the important part) so that you can properly adjust the bar.  Mount the top plates make sure that they seat properly against the towers.  

Step3 Install the bar.

Start on the drivers side and snug not tighten the bar.  Then go to the passenger side and adjust the little eyelet so that it fits right on the other side.  Set the nut on the strut bar.  Snug fit the passenger side then go back to the driver side and tighten.  Then tighten the passenger side.  DONE