I got a FSTB off of ebay for $32 shipped and I just installed it. I had to adjust the overall length a little and I tried to make each side equally spaced, but the drivers side has a few more cm of threading showing between the bar and the bracket that attaches to the strut tower then the passengers side. This isn't a problem right? Also, should there be any play in the bar at all? I tightened the bolts that go through the very end of the bar and the stut tower brace. I made it tight enough so that the bar couldn't move if you tried to wiggle it around. This won't cause any problems will it?
Thanks
I know the fstb is rediculously easy, but I just wanted to make sure about stuff.

 

I dont know but I want the answer too since I'm going to be installing one soon so I'm giving this thread a bump

 

mine is tight and havent had any problems. besides why would u want it loose for? its on your struts to keep them from flexing. so if its loose, youre defeating the whole purpose.

 

Tighten it with a torque wrench to about 30 +/- 2 according to www.maximadriver.com (shameless plug for Cheston)

 

i'm pretty sure he's talking about tightening the center bar, not the upper strut mounting nuts.

 

i am going to order one from ebay soon as well, how is the fitment issue? is it not even worth it? or do i need to do some hardcore adjusting

 

I turned it by hand until it woulnd't go any more. Then turned it with a rag and a good set of pliars about 20 more times. Very tight. Car handles sweet now.

my 2¢

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bboys - did you just order some gauges from e-bay too?

 

The car feels much tighter up in the front now. Buying it off of ebay saved me money. The install was obviously easy.

No, I did not buy guages off ebay.