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 Front Suspension Brace Improves ride quality (Details on how to build) (Page 1)
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spoons      POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie Personal ScrapBook From:West Palm Beach, FL |
posted 10-25-2002 12:03 PM
    
I've installed a front brace on my 1997 Prowler and it has improved the ride quality tremendously. The brace is installed up front just above the battery using the top inside bumper support bolts for fastening. Here are the details so you can build your own: Two 5/16" x 2.5" grade 8 bolt with nuts (Pep Boys) Below is a detailed drawing of the brace with all the measurements
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KatAddict  POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie From:Greencastle, PA, USA |
posted 10-25-2002 12:22 PM
Good information...just curious, is there anyone out there who does not use one of these braces on their car? |
treyb    POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie From:West Orange, NJ |
posted 10-25-2002 12:37 PM
Hey Spoons That Dirty red motor shot with the suspension bar looks very familiar. Oh let me guess you changed your classic purple to red just for one shot? HMMMM wonder where that came from???? Great info, your right it helps alot! |
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apollo232 Prowler Junkie From:Tampa |
posted 10-25-2002 02:32 PM
Kataddict, I dont use one.. But I have one on order... I cant wait to see how much of an improvement it makes. |
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JRL POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie From:Devon, Pa. USA |
posted 10-25-2002 03:07 PM
They do work, at least for 1997's and 1999's. JRL |
Larry Lord Prowler Junkie Personal ScrapBook From:Colton, CA |
posted 10-25-2002 07:41 PM
quote: Yep! |
Neal & Mary Ann Bardens POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie From:Lowell Indiana USA |
posted 10-25-2002 08:04 PM
Thought about it. Looked at it. Pondered it. Have not acted on it. Is there a benifit to using it on a 2002 and a 2001? |
jkburns    Prowler Junkie From:Mankato, Minnesota, USA |
posted 10-25-2002 08:57 PM
I had both top and bottom braces installed during dealer prep, so I'm not familiar with the ride without them. I love the way the car handles, and from what I read on this site for several months prior to my purchase, those who installed them noticed a marked difference. I bought the MTD suspension braces - and I'm extremely satisfied. JMO Kevin ------------------ |
Dave Mills        POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie Personal ScrapBook From:Johnstown, PA, USA |
posted 10-25-2002 09:02 PM
I had a brace installed by Darcy at Louisville, I still have not been able to tell any benefit from it. I'll probably take it off and try that for a while. Maybe I will be able to tell the difference when I remove it. |
BeWare POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie From:Acworth , Georgia , USA |
posted 10-25-2002 09:18 PM
What I have noticed is that it did not make as much differnce in the ride as it does keep the front end frm dancing around. The front tires seem more firmly planted on the pavement. For instances going over expansion joints on bridges and over passes. |
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Todd Cameron unregistered Admin Use |
posted 10-26-2002 03:30 AM
I don't have them either. I have found that the rear, under the car factiry brace, gets loose (it's adjustable), and they never put lock washers on. Tighten these baby's up and the cars ride smooth! I don't have a lift or I'd post some pictures. ------------------ |
Randy Cobb POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie From:Greensboro, NC |
posted 10-26-2002 08:15 AM
I'm the same as the Bradens. Thought about it, but never bought one. I remember hearing mixed reviews about the improved feel on '01 and '02s. Anyone can attest to value of braces on later models? |
Steven R. Gary POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie From:Mendon, MI 49072 |
posted 10-29-2002 10:17 AM
I'm also braceless, and car handles great for me. But since I have not tried the brace I have nothing to compare to. 2001 Orange. |
Jim R. POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie From:Houston,Texas,USA |
posted 10-29-2002 11:59 AM
I have had mine on since I purchased the Kat. Before it was like driving a ping pong ball on rough roads. Now it still hops but stays in same lane.. That is a good thing. Made a difference for me. |
George C POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie Personal ScrapBook From:San Clemente, CA USA |
posted 10-29-2002 12:05 PM
I installed one I made ( very similar to drawing) and my 99 rode alot rougher,especially on So. Cal freeways,but handled better on curves.Took it off before it vibrated the kat apart. |
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spoons POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie Personal ScrapBook From:West Palm Beach, FL |
posted 10-29-2002 12:22 PM
Over all you still feel the bumps but the frame doesn't chatter or rattle when you drive over pothole, man hole covers or extansion joints. This message has been edited by spoons on 10-29-2002 at 12:23 PM |
jeffsurp Prowler Junkie From:Vero Beach, FL , USA |
posted 10-29-2002 04:32 PM
I recently purchased the $99 top brace from Realrod with the swivel ends for my 2000. It seems to greatly help with chatter going over bumps. Overall - It was worth it and the 10 minutes to install. |
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JRL POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie From:Devon, Pa. USA |
posted 10-29-2002 06:15 PM
See above answers |
Marty Usher POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie From:San Antonio, Texas, United States |
posted 10-30-2002 02:28 PM
My kat is a 2000 with the older (99) model Koni shocks. I had a set of solid front braces from MTD and they certainly improved the ride as described by others above. It was VERY eveident when I took the top brace off once and drove without it for a day. I have now insatlled one the swivel end braces from Real Rod and have noticed even better handling. Couple this with the smoother riding Dunlop tires and the ride is almost "cushy" Happy Prowling Marty |
Rare1 POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie From:Sweden |
posted 10-31-2002 01:35 AM
It made a huge positive difference on my -99! Mikael |
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Vegas_Steve Prowler Enthusiast From:las vegas, nv, usa |
posted 10-31-2002 04:31 PM
I have an 02. Tried the brace and didn't help at all in my opinion. I drove over the same sections (slightly rough) of highway and could not tell any difference. I suspect the suspension on newer models may be different but I don't know. ------------------ |
CCJ POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie From:Little Rock, AR, USA |
posted 05-15-2014 04:56 PM
quote: Any more info on this? My rear end is doing the same thing. |
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RPL POA Lifetime Site Supporter Prowler Junkie From:Rochester Hills, MI, USA |
posted 05-15-2014 07:10 PM
If the bolts holding the brace under the transaxle pan and forward braces aren't loose, look through the rear wheels and check the upper lateral suspension links. There are two on each side. If those bushings are worn, it affect handling. Most people that I've provided replacement links to have reported back that they can feel an improvement. As to the front, instead of the cross brace, install Larry Lord's front sway bar with Brian Richardson's links. Larry also has replacement front coil-overs if yours are leaking. This message has been edited by RPL on 05-15-2014 at 07:13 PM |
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jkara Prowler Newbie From:phenix city alabama |
posted 11-13-2017 05:17 PM
quote: Anyone know the dimensions of the Tie Bar if I want to make one ? |
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CCJ POA Site Supporter Prowler Junkie From:Little Rock, AR, USA |
posted 11-13-2017 11:35 PM
quote: Walk out to your garage with a measuring stick.... |
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