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Old 01-26-2010, 05:49 PM
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w204 front strut bar

Hi

I only found one front top strut bar for "our" car (Smerc one)!!!

Do you know other ones??
I would like to buy one because I feel my car understeer alot more than my old one (w203)....
Probably will be because power/torque but I would like to improve the handling a little bit more


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MB Arts makes one which has been very well reviewed by those who purchased.

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/MB-Ar...item3ca7030268

But, comments also suggest that the effect is really only felt at very aggressive driving. For a more significant effect, you may want to consider Eibach anti-sway bars.

http://www.tirerack.com/suspension/s...320&perfCode=P
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I'm using the MB Arts one. One-piece construction which is stronger than multi-piece. You really should start with sway bars though as Sportstick suggests.
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I have an mB Arts one on the C350 and love it.
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I have to agree- I put the MB Arts bar on in January and the car sticks on the turns (even with the 17" winter Dunlops). I actually wait a little longer before pulling the wheel on turns just so I can feel the car eat the turn. Can't wait to put the 18's on and take it a little further.

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Like the color and reviews on this bar, but where else do they sell it or this is the only place and price available?

http://www.mbartsperformance.com/MBA-204-STB.html
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There are a few shops that carry it, but that's direct from manufacturer so best price unless you work something out with Jay.
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funny this thread came up, im about to order the MB arts strut bar
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funny this thread came up, im about to order the MB arts strut bar
review when your done!!
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review when your done!!
+1

i am eying the stb for one of my next few projects.
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i am in the market of buying a strut bar.
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Originally Posted by wnunez89
funny this thread came up, im about to order the MB arts strut bar


I guess we are on the same mod, bro, where are you planning to order from?
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Does the MB Arts strut bar make a strong and noticeable difference in handling?
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maybe we can contact mbarts and get a group buy going. :/
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maybe we can contact mbarts and get a group buy going. :/
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Group Buy! lol
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I have one for sale still in the box if anyone wants it. I am selling it for $195 + shipping. PM if interested
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Originally Posted by tlmbenzc350
I have one for sale still in the box if anyone wants it. I am selling it for $195 + shipping. PM if interested
Why didn't you use it?
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Originally Posted by Blazeitup123
maybe we can contact mbarts and get a group buy going. :/
yes!! a group buy would be awesome, i was planning on ordering from the MB-arts website since there a sponsor on MBjunkies. but i can try and contact them and see if we can do a group buy, how many people would be interested?

(Edit): "I just emailed MBarts to see what we can workout on a group buy. ill keep everyone posted"

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Why didn't you use it?
I bought a 2010 E350 and trading in my C350.
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I'll call up Jay and see if he's willing to do a GB.
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Group buy sounds pretty good .
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Originally Posted by tlmbenzc350
I have one for sale still in the box if anyone wants it. I am selling it for $195 + shipping. PM if interested
I am interested send me some more detail photos. Thanks!
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ok so i got in contact with Jay from MB arts and this is what he had to say regarding a group buy:
"For a group buy, I would would need to get 5+ orders. Since the strut tower brace has a very low profit margin, $25.00 is the maximum discount that can be given and for the group buy MB Arts will cover the sales tax. Cost would be $325.00 shipping not included. Retail for each brace is $382.00 with tax, for a total GB discount of roughly $57.00

I also carry W204 camber arms and can do a group buy on those as well. The camber arms GB can be 4+ members with a discount of $25.00, and MB Arts will cover the sales tax. Cost would be $315.00 shipping not included. Retail for each pair of camber arms is $371.00 with tax, for a GB discount of roughly $56.00"

so....do we wanna make this happen???
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Idk doesn't sound like that great a deal , if he did like 80 off that would be good


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