Thought I would make a contribution to this thread, seeing as I just got done installing the Circuit Sports strut bar in my 04 coupe. The strut bar itself is very nicely constructed. It weighs in at 2.5 lbs. and the welds look very nice and the it has a nice silver powder coated finish. My only complaint is clearance. It is a very TIGHT fit. The strut bar comes into slight contact with the upper heat shield on the underside of the hood. Also, it is very very tight on the driver side and has maybe only 1-2mm of clearance between the bar and the A/C line. (So I wrapped the a/c line with a rubber hose, and it now sits against the bar.) I also had to zip tie a vacuum hose down on the passenger side so it wouldn't rub against the bar. Not a big deal. Also note, I have the motordyne 5/16" spacer.

As far as performance, I can't really comment on that right now, since I haven't drivien the car yet, but I thought I'd post my pics to help out with anyone considering this bar.

I will post updates after some time in the twisties.

 

Any updates from owners? Anybody know if it leaves damper adjustment on coilovers accessible?

 

I think coilover ***** should be reacheable, but I can't guarantee that.

As far as updated clearance issues... the hood heatshield does rub a little bit on the strut bar, since I have two very small black marks on each end. The clearance between the plenum and the strut bar is in fact VERY small, and has made contact... I'm just wondering if it's from hitting big pot holes or me revving my engine? lol

 

Did the link move? It doesnt work and i want one!!!

 

bump for new opinions.

 

I think it's ugly and looks like it would flex, oh wait, that's my old opinion...