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Old Jun 23, 2014 | 08:38 PM
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While I think it is great that there are companies making things for our cars, I don't see the value of the steering box brace. I've got allot of time racing an FB with no added structure in the firewall/engine compartment and I don't think I ever felt any movement in the steering column. And this in a car with no rubber anywhere in the suspension.

My other concern is that this brace could affect the way the steering column is supposed to collapse accident. I have to think about this a little more but I'm not sure I like it.

+1 on the need for a brace for the master cylinders. On the right had drive models there is a brace in the heater box that helps with flex. There is nothing there on a left hand drive model.
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Old Jul 8, 2014 | 09:11 PM
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Somewhat good news I sent a message to t3 about a master cylinder brace and he said he'll look into making one
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Old Jul 8, 2014 | 10:14 PM
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I can't tell in there picture, what does the steering brace bolt to? Do you have to drill any holes in the body?
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Old Jul 30, 2014 | 07:18 PM
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Hey guys update, the also just made a rear red tow hook
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Old Aug 1, 2014 | 12:01 AM
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They also made a brake booster eliminator that acts like a brace
https://technotoytuning.com/mazda/sa...ater-sa-fb-rx7
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Old Aug 14, 2014 | 06:03 PM
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Im not knocking T3's stuff, I like it and have a few things. However you can get both tow hooks from these guys for $40.
Rennenmetal.com
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Old Aug 16, 2014 | 01:39 AM
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rennemetal tow hooks

Attached Thumbnails Tech Toy Tuning Steering Brace and Tow Hook-front.jpg   Tech Toy Tuning Steering Brace and Tow Hook-rear.jpg  
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Old Aug 26, 2014 | 03:53 PM
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Have these always been on there, or did T3 sneak 'em in?

https://technotoytuning.com/mazda/fb...rx7-door-cards

A mod or someone might wanna change the title to use "Techno" instead of "Tech" too?
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Old Aug 26, 2014 | 06:30 PM
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Originally Posted by JSmall
Have these always been on there, or did T3 sneak 'em in?

https://technotoytuning.com/mazda/fb...rx7-door-cards

A mod or someone might wanna change the title to use "Techno" instead of "Tech" too?
I think they're new, I havent noticed them before. I have been thinking about making some aluminum door panels for mine.
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Old Aug 26, 2014 | 11:06 PM
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i don't know how to adjust the thread title...i just mentioned to them that some are also interested in oil filter pedestals
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Old Aug 27, 2014 | 12:27 AM
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The filter pedestal would be an awesome part for them to make! With and without temp and pressure accommodations. I have one of RE-Speed's V2 models and it's great but, since they are longer in business, T3 would be great. If they could do it under $70 that'd be even better.
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