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Old 04-27-2010, 06:35 AM
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Is there a DIY on how to remove the front strut bar?
I wanted to take it off and paint it. Removing it seems pretty easy and looks like just a couple of screws but i wanted to make sure exactly how to do it before i mess anything up.
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Old 04-27-2010, 06:41 AM
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really simple, 4 nuts, 2 on each side 12mm socket, and Voila...
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Old 04-27-2010, 07:23 AM
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it really is that easy...
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Okay very cool. I was just affraid of what mite happen after i removed it lol. thanks guys
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Nothing will happen if you remove it... just don't drive the car without the strut bar.
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Old 04-27-2010, 05:51 PM
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The whole front end will collapse once the bar is removed. Ever played Jenga?
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Old 04-27-2010, 05:53 PM
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removing the front strut bar gave me the clap.
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Getting the clap is one thing, but did you make it clap after getting the clap?
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What are you guys talking about?????????????????????
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Lol! Wow....
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DiY: Remove front strut bar.
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sticky this ****
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Originally Posted by Atilla
removing the front strut bar gave me the clap.
only you would get the clap
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this is getting weird
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People are making fun of you guys

Nothing happens if you don't have the front strut bar.
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well, most of those people don't know how to write a check too but we are not making fun of them....
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OMG, your engine might fall off.... J.K
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I like rice when I remove the strut bar
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well, most of those people don't know how to write a check too but we are not making fun of them....
lol - in the context in which it was used in your sentence...define "those people"
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You risk flooding the car if you remove the strut!!!
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alright guys, it's not funny anymore... act like adults


IF YOU DON'T HAVE NOTHING NICE TO SAY, DON'T SAY NOTHING....
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^you know this is 8club right
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Originally Posted by BG-8
really simple, 4 nuts, 2 on each side 12mm socket, and Voila...
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