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Old Apr 12th, 2006, 05:23 AM   #1
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I am anxiously waiting for my MCSc with JCW kit. Should I add the JCW strut brace? Is it just for show, or does it help handling?
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Old Apr 12th, 2006, 05:50 AM   #2 (permalink)
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It is just for show. The JCM brace may make a difference, though.
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Old Apr 12th, 2006, 10:53 AM   #3 (permalink)
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Quote: Originally Posted by jrozario
I am anxiously waiting for my MCSc with JCW kit. Should I add the JCW strut brace? Is it just for show, or does it help handling?

tightens up the front end heaps, makes the car even more "chuckable" into corners, dependent upon driving ability of course
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Old Apr 13th, 2006, 06:03 PM   #4 (permalink)
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makes a big difference mainly by reducing vibration from the spinning front wheels!
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Quote: Originally Posted by rentagas
makes a big difference mainly by reducing vibration from the spinning front wheels!

totally agree, everyone should buy it

The only problem I have is knowing which one to drive?
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Also agree. there is no point in spending £XXXX on a JCW kit, then not spending the £165 on a strut brace.

I only wish I had got one on my previous MCSC, as it would have made the 10k miles, just that little bit more pleasurable.

Just order one, you know it makes sense!!
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Now if only JCW would adapt the suspension kit for the MCSC................................
(They will fit it but in it's present form it's a bit hard)
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Quote: Originally Posted by rentagas
Now if only JCW would adapt the suspension kit for the MCSC................................
(They will fit it but in it's present form it's a bit hard)

I have given up pestering JCG for it now

I so want it too, my dealer would be happy to fit it, as like you say it fits, but the problem is the added weight of the car is not compatible, so it would not be set up correctly and could cause problems

The only problem I have is knowing which one to drive?
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