does anyone know where i can find a strut tower brace for a 3.1L? i've looked everywhere and they all say "for TPI only"

 

If its the Multiport Injection set up i would think the TPI strut tower brace would fit it with no problems.

 

i called edelbrock and hotchkis and they said the TPI stb won't work on an MFI because the a/c compressor is in the way...but i looked and it doesnt seem like its in the way...

 

That could be true, the V6 accessories sit farther back in the engine bay than on the V8's. You may try placing a straight edge on the inner fender whells infront of the upper strut mounts and see where it sits compared to the AC compressor.

 

Is the 2.8 MPFI the same externally as the 3.1? If so, I have a Hotchkis STB that I can try to fit on it and take pictures for you. Let me know.

 

well the compressor isnt really blocking the pass. side, but the master cylinder is basically on top of the driver side tower...has anyone built a custom stb for a v6?

 

The 2.8 and 3.1 are identical in size.

Here's a pic of mine to give you a hint at where it will sit, you mentioned the master cylinder on the drivers side but it will not hit it. The STB sits to the front side of the strut mounts on the strut towers.

 

ok so where can i get that exact one?

 

Summit and jegs both carry Hotchkis strut tower braces. I dont htink they make the polished one anymore though..........jt

 

i went to both sites and there designed for fourth gens...but they will still work right?...heres the links if anyone else wants them

http://www.jegs.com/webapp/wcs/store...43986_-1_10069

http://store.summitracing.com/partde...796+4294908216

 

No, there a specific thirdgen STB. I looked and couldnt find them. Maybe they have all beeen discontinued.

I found them on Hawks website. Not sure what the Signature Series one is. Maybe its the polished one.

http://www.hawksthirdgenparts.com/in...ROD&ProdID=843

 

ok so do i have to drill the holes or does it just bolt on?

 

you have to drill 4 holes,2 per side.

 

what size do the holes have to be?

 

I dont recall, I believe they are 3/8" Bolts though so probably 7/16".

 

I got a TPI strut tower brace from a member here belive it was Bull if fit great on my 3.1 v6

If you want some pics giv3e me your email. Mine is already mounted and works great. Had no problem with the compressor or the master cylinder

 

I used a BMR- fit fine, after my son jumped up and down on it a little to make it fit flat on the shock towers...