Front strut tower bar that clears Xcessive LIM
#1
Front strut tower bar that clears Xcessive LIM
Hi,
I bought a black factory strut tower bar awhile back and did not realize this does not clear my engine in its current configuration. Its not even close. The only thing I can think off that would cause this is the Xcessive LIM.
Is there anyone with a Xcessive LIM with a front strut bar that clears?
I bought a black factory strut tower bar awhile back and did not realize this does not clear my engine in its current configuration. Its not even close. The only thing I can think off that would cause this is the Xcessive LIM.
Is there anyone with a Xcessive LIM with a front strut bar that clears?
#4
Big Bird's Here!!!
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lol I was just looking at some for sale threads and I think I figured out your problem. You most likely have it mounted backwards. The brackets that bolt to the top of the struts should be mounted to the bolts closest to the front of the car. If the rx7 emblem is upside down then just swap the brackets around
http://i62.tinypic.com/rtm35e.jpg
http://i62.tinypic.com/rtm35e.jpg
#5
lol I was just looking at some for sale threads and I think I figured out your problem. You most likely have it mounted backwards. The brackets that bolt to the top of the struts should be mounted to the bolts closest to the front of the car. If the rx7 emblem is upside down then just swap the brackets around
http://i62.tinypic.com/rtm35e.jpg
http://i62.tinypic.com/rtm35e.jpg
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#9
Here are a few pics. One pic simply has the strut tower bar placed on top of the shock tower bolts and it still does not clear.
#10
Eats, Sleeps, Dreams Rotary
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Just looking at your pics, I'd say it's a combination of your motor mounts being "slightly" thicker than mine AND the difference in width between the stock throttle body and the Rotary Works model. How wide is the RW TB? Stock is ~2 7/8". Have you tried loosening your Greddy elbow bolts and silicone coupling to see if you can clock it slightly downward? Just a thought. I'll call or text you about Saturday night.
#15
Thanks for all the input guys. I am running a Greddy elbow.
The RW TB is 3.5" wide. That definitely could be most of the issue. That being said I am very happy with the combo. The mid range torque and power I am making on a BW S366 is unheard of and I think the RW TB has a lot to do with it.
Just looking at your pics, I'd say it's a combination of your motor mounts being "slightly" thicker than mine AND the difference in width between the stock throttle body and the Rotary Works model. How wide is the RW TB? Stock is ~2 7/8". Have you tried loosening your Greddy elbow bolts and silicone coupling to see if you can clock it slightly downward? Just a thought. I'll call or text you about Saturday night.
#18
Eats, Sleeps, Dreams Rotary
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You're too humble my friend! Sorry I missed touching base with you last Saturday night. We'll need to compare notes in the near future. One thing to possibly consider are the new Full Function motor mounts that allow you to position the engine at 3 different height settings. Just a thought!
#19
You're too humble my friend! Sorry I missed touching base with you last Saturday night. We'll need to compare notes in the near future. One thing to possibly consider are the new Full Function motor mounts that allow you to position the engine at 3 different height settings. Just a thought!
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