Strut Bar for E90

overkill1125 · 07-06-2010, 08:56 PM

What do you guys think of this strut bar for sale?

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Front...item1c13b6574d

Since most thread say that strut bars are useless, so therefore paying for a cheap one just for looks is not too bad.

Let me know your inputs.

Thanks!

overkill1125 · 07-09-2010, 05:41 PM

???

Belarus · 07-10-2010, 01:24 AM

I have a similar one and been happy with it. BTW it might not fit if you have OEM Airbox.

Duhst · 07-10-2010, 01:39 AM

ive been looking at similar... and more info on why it wouldnt fit with OEM airbox?

Belarus · 07-10-2010, 01:50 AM

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Originally Posted by Duhst

ive been looking at similar... and more info on why it wouldnt fit with OEM airbox?

Not 100% sure, since I have an aftermarket DCI and it fits perfect, I think if you have OEM Airbox there isn't sufficient height clearance....

GaryS · 07-10-2010, 08:13 AM

The BMW Performance strut brace ($230 at Tischer) is available for all E9x except 335i, so I guess that one should also be fine for 325i.

Wlew · 07-10-2010, 01:49 PM

that ebay one looks like shit. it looks horrible. no offense. thats just a personal preference. Why not buy one from MFD or BMW? those are the two im looking at. the plus to bmw is it doesnt block the oil cap...

335iaz · 07-10-2010, 03:52 PM

It does not I repeat does not fit an e90 335i, the stock air box is in the way ... (yes I bought it and tried it out)

Duhst · 07-10-2010, 03:55 PM

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Originally Posted by 335iaz

It does not I repeat does not fit an e90 335i, the stock air box is in the way ... (yes I bought it and tried it out)

what about a 328i??

Belarus · 07-10-2010, 04:47 PM

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Originally Posted by Wlew

that ebay one looks like shit. it looks horrible. no offense. thats just a personal preference. Why not buy one from MFD or BMW? those are the two im looking at. the plus to bmw is it doesnt block the oil cap...

No offense taken, the whole idea of forum to provide your input.

Ironically I think the same of MFD + structurally it looks like it's lacking rigidness since it uses pivot style joints....

Quote:

Originally Posted by Duhst

what about a 328i??

If I'm not mistaken it's OK on 328i since OEM AirBox is smaller...

Wlew · 07-10-2010, 06:47 PM

I agree. I think you should go with the bmw one... looks the best I think. but till a lot to spend on a cosmetic mod that really doesnt do all that much.

unless you have a steep driveway. when going up or out of it it may reduce flex and scrape. maybe.

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Wlew Major 82 Rep 1,116 Posts Drives: 2011 E90 335i Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Washington, DC iTrader: (12)	I agree. I think you should go with the bmw one... looks the best I think. but till a lot to spend on a cosmetic mod that really doesnt do all that much. unless you have a steep driveway. when going up or out of it it may reduce flex and scrape. maybe. __________________ 2011 335i Sports Package \| VRSF FMIC \| Cobb AP3 \| Dinan Exhaust \| BMS Intake \| VRSF CP \| Lux H8 Angel Eyes \| Mtec LED Fogs \|
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