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Old Nov 24, 2015 | 02:50 PM
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Best place to buy lower brace?

Hey guys, long time no see.

My KMR lower tie brace that I got here through a Tiger Tuning group buy has finally took one too many hits and started rattling against the wheel mount. So I'm in need of a replacement.

Trouble is I don't even know where to start looking. I saw Cusco had one for $200, which seems abnormally high compared to prices of similar parts for other vehicles. Tiger Tuning seems to be defunct as well now.

Anyone know where I can get a lower front tie brace for my 2010 Fit that would be easy to purchase with shipping to the US? The moment I took the other one off I noticed significant decline in handling and the car just isn't the same with the brace off.

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Old Nov 24, 2015 | 08:42 PM
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Which cusco bar are u referring to?
 
Old Nov 24, 2015 | 10:51 PM
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Originally Posted by xxryu139xx
Which cusco bar are u referring to?
The lower arm: Vehicle Results

Looks like there are two versions. A two-point for $100 and a four-point for $200 that can be used together. The version one said it requires trimming, which I'd like to avoid. Didn't have to do any of that for my KMR.
 
Old Nov 24, 2015 | 11:12 PM
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no trimming required on the v1 and v2 bars. although v1 wont work well with an AT. u can buy them straight from japan for about half price respectively + shipping.
 
Old Nov 24, 2015 | 11:46 PM
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Looks like AJ-Racing has the T1R brace for a good price. I'm going to contact them about shipping to TX.

A&J Racing :: Suspension :: Lower Arm Bars :: T1R Lower Arm Bar - Honda Fit 09+ (GE8)
 
Old Nov 24, 2015 | 11:47 PM
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Originally Posted by xxryu139xx
no trimming required on the v1 and v2 bars. although v1 wont work well with an AT. u can buy them straight from japan for about half price respectively + shipping.
Thanks. What's the reason for v1 not working well with an AT?

V1 seems more similar to the KMR I had prior.
 
Old Nov 25, 2015 | 12:06 AM
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it hits the torque rod mount. also t1r bar is no longer available. good luck with that one.
 
Old Nov 25, 2015 | 12:12 AM
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Dang, that's what my KMR was hitting after taking one too many hits. Shame Cusco didn't plan around that mount being there.
 
Old Nov 25, 2015 | 04:38 PM
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We carry the Cusco V1 and V2 mid brace at Bean Garage. I'll link you. Let me know.
 
Old Nov 25, 2015 | 09:47 PM
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Either contact Bean Garage, or try Ultra Racing.
 
Old Nov 25, 2015 | 09:49 PM
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SPOON FRONT LOWER ARM BAR HONDA FIT GD1

Saw this on the local Craigslist: Spoon front lower arm bar.

Maybe the seller is willing to ship it to you.
 
Old Nov 25, 2015 | 10:11 PM
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Dang, that's what my KMR was hitting after taking one too many hits. Shame Cusco didn't plan around that mount being there.
cusco made it for jdm fits. not for usdm. apparently our mounts are much different. i took mine off. i replaced the torque rod mount thinking it was damaged. it still looks perfect.
 
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OMG. That Spoon one! If only I didn't have my T1R, I'll take that in a heartbeat.

But wait, the OP has a GE, is that going to fit?
 
Old Nov 26, 2015 | 06:35 AM
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Why did t1r stop making all their bars??
 
Old Nov 26, 2015 | 10:12 AM
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Why did t1r stop making all their bars??
good question. they probably werent getting enough fit orders maybe.
 
Old Nov 26, 2015 | 11:39 AM
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I guess it's more likely because there's not much demand for it. Just like how Kraftwerks discontinued the supercharger kit for the GD.

It took me more than a year to find all my T1R bars. Best bet is to just contact someone from Asia, or just wait until a used one comes up locally.
 
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Originally Posted by jmsplitfyre
But wait, the OP has a GE, is that going to fit?
Oh good catch haha. Didn't realize he drives a 2nd gen Fit.
 
Old Nov 28, 2015 | 03:32 AM
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Originally Posted by jmsplitfyre
Either contact Bean Garage, or try Ultra Racing.
I now the spokes person for Bean Garage now. I apologize for not being more clear guys. I stay on the Clazzio Seat thread mostly.

This link shows both braces on the Fit...
Cusco Front Lower Arm Bar VER1 - Honda Fit 09-11 - Bean Garage

Ver 1 is 107 bux. Ver 2 is 198 bux. I dont take orders i just answer questions and inform on sales for our car. FYI, Clazzio seat covers should go on sale for cyber Monday on through the holidays. I'll update on a new post Sunday Evening...
 

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