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Old Jun 30, 2020 | 07:13 PM
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wonderbar front end stabilizer steering brace

Hello, anyone have any feedback on the quality and fit of this one - https://www.classicindustries.com/product/105021y.html

I like the three point mount, but there doesn't seem to be a brand name associated with it.

The UMI model is the other option https://www.summitracing.com/parts/upi-2030-b?rrec=true

Or is there another recommendation anyone has?
Thanks!
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Old Jun 30, 2020 | 07:55 PM
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Re: wonderbar front end stabilizer steering brace

I added one to my car and I noticed a difference. IMO the one Lon sells at top down solutions is the best deal at $55 and it is a quality piece for sure. He does not sell junk on his site and is a great guy to deal with (he actually answers the phone and has great service). I bought the headlight motor rebuild kit and hatch pull down rebuild kit and all were excellent quality.

BTW UMI is great too, I have their SFCs and will likely go with them for LCAs and Panhard bar but the price and quality at TDS for the wonder bar is tough to beat.
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Old Jun 30, 2020 | 08:35 PM
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Re: wonderbar front end stabilizer steering brace

Is Global West not making them anymore? I got mine from them about 18 years ago...
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Old Jun 30, 2020 | 10:26 PM
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Re: wonderbar front end stabilizer steering brace

thanks for the tip. It appears that the one at Classic Industries is the same one as TDS.
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Old Jul 1, 2020 | 07:22 AM
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Re: wonderbar front end stabilizer steering brace

Originally Posted by Reddragon88gta
He does not sell junk on his site and is a great guy to deal with (he actually answers the phone and has great service). I bought the headlight motor rebuild kit and hatch pull down rebuild kit and all were excellent quality.
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Old Jul 1, 2020 | 07:24 AM
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Re: wonderbar front end stabilizer steering brace

Originally Posted by galwahh
Hello, anyone have any feedback on the quality and fit of this one - https://www.classicindustries.com/product/105021y.html

I like the three point mount, but there doesn't seem to be a brand name associated with it.

The UMI model is the other option https://www.summitracing.com/parts/upi-2030-b?rrec=true

Or is there another recommendation anyone has?
Thanks!
I've had this one for 19 years. Works just fine!
http://m.bmrsuspension.com/?page=products&productid=378
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Old Jul 13, 2020 | 01:07 AM
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Re: wonderbar front end stabilizer steering brace

Originally Posted by galwahh
Hello, anyone have any feedback on the quality and fit of this one - https://www.classicindustries.com/product/105021y.html

I like the three point mount, but there doesn't seem to be a brand name associated with it.

The UMI model is the other option https://www.summitracing.com/parts/upi-2030-b?rrec=true

Or is there another recommendation anyone has?
Thanks!
That steering brace is made by me (TDS Top-Down Solutions). You can buy it on my web site.
Lon Salgren
Top-Down Solutions
www.top-downsolutions.com
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Old Jul 13, 2020 | 05:53 AM
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Re: wonderbar front end stabilizer steering brace

Hi Lon, I purchased your steering brace and installed it this weekend - fit perfectly. Thanks for a great product!
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Old Jul 16, 2020 | 12:21 PM
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Re: wonderbar front end stabilizer steering brace

Detroit Speed’s front sway bar kit
Detroit Speed is the only 3 point steering brace that i'm aware of, any others?
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Old Jul 16, 2020 | 12:40 PM
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Re: wonderbar front end stabilizer steering brace

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Detroit Speed’s front sway bar kit
Detroit Speed is the only 3 point steering brace that i'm aware of, any others?
I have the DSE set-up and although expensive it is really well made. The only downside is that it restricts access to the lower radiator hose which can limit you if you run AN coolant lines.
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Old Jul 16, 2020 | 02:20 PM
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Re: wonderbar front end stabilizer steering brace

Originally Posted by ShiftyCapone
I have the DSE set-up and although expensive it is really well made. The only downside is that it restricts access to the lower radiator hose which can limit you if you run AN coolant lines.
Thanks for the info, good to know, I wonder if they sell just the steering brace?
Been on this site for over 20 year and I've seen you on here many many times, I'm just noticing that your in Cincy. Cincinnati born bred
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