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Old Apr 19, 2007 | 05:17 PM
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Just bought 01 g2430 took it to the lex dealer to run a diagnostic test and they told me i need two front strut bars, there price was expensive. I would like to know, whats the purpose of the front stut bars and does anyone know a good website i can go to, to order?
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Old Apr 19, 2007 | 05:44 PM
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Tower strut bars or sways?

Our cars don't come with a tower strut bar stock...
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Old Apr 19, 2007 | 05:48 PM
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I am sure you mean 2 front STRUTS, not bars. Yes you need them if they are worn.
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Old Apr 19, 2007 | 05:57 PM
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Oh ok the consultant wrote on this paper i have 2 front strut bars and the price was like 558, and he said it had something to do with drifting and to give the car better control on the turns...
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Old Apr 19, 2007 | 11:52 PM
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Struts, are shocks. I recommend maybe finding some old L-tuned shocks, or KYB shocks or Bilstien. Great time to add springs too, since they have to take the mount off.
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Old Apr 24, 2007 | 07:38 AM
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I am experience a vibration at highway speeds and a clunking noise. The dealer told me that I need lower ball joints, a left side upper contol arm and Front Strut bars. The tech showed them to me and they are located on the bottom of the car. They cost $179 each. I am looking for them cheaper online.

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Old Apr 24, 2007 | 07:51 AM
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Our cars dont come with front strut bars

What is it with dealers and their terminology?

What does the bar look like?
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Old Apr 24, 2007 | 08:03 AM
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I thought we already established that he isnt talking about strut bars. sheesh
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I just call the dealer and they said they are also known as strut rods. Here are the part numbers.
48660-30240 right
48670=30240 left
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Those parts are called the Lower Control Arms.
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