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mls copy

so ive missed this buy, anybody have a pic of the mls bar? im dying to see, please send me a PM if you do. also anyone installing the mls copy and getting rid of the kms bar?

daniel
 
Fut, since you test fitted the bar before they did the maufacturing, my guess is the testing you are doing now is "quality control" and should be completed quickly. If they fit (which they should) can U tell is when they going to be shipped out.

Just real keen, like everyone else, and if we can get this info .... its easier to be patient.

Thanks
 
Stu said:
...since you test fitted the bar before they did the maufacturing, my guess is the testing you are doing now is "quality control" and should be completed quickly. If they fit (which they should) can U tell is when they going to be shipped out...
You're correct Stu, we did a test fitted on the proto-type. And today's fit was for "quality control". The optimum word being was. Yes people once again thanks to LegendGS the quality control test fit was completed today. Each bar was fitted to his '94 GS auto. All bars passed with flying colors. The bars look good, real good even with a few minor cosmetic scraches (some more than others). Not to worry, they won't be seen or matter once installed on your car.

Enough of that, you guys want to hear about shipping. I'll be prepping the bars for FedEx shipping today. Bars should begin shipping tomorrow. Stay tuned for tracking numbers. As always, I'll keep you posted.

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Fut :2cool:
 
Instead of typing it up again, I found an installation procedure written up by Steve91LS after the first batch. I've made some additions to it though.

It's the same between coupe and sedan.

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Installation Tips:
by Steve91LS

Tools/Materials:
14mm deep socket, 12mm reg., 10mm reg., hinged ratchets (if possible), flathead screwdriver, zip ties
Time: 50 mins.

1.) Remove the stock brace in order to position the Strut bar easier (12mm).
(on '94 and '95 Legends which have the A/C line running along the factory bar, remove the bracket that holds the A/C line to the factory bar and put it aside - you won't be needing it. Push the A/C line back towards the firewall and tuck it under factory bar's mounting brackets.

2.) Remove the two bolts on the strut tower nearest the engine on each tower (14mm).

3.) Test place the bar.

4.) As you will see, there is a cruise control cable bracket you will need to remove and a wire harness that will need repositioning on the driver side. Remove the rear cable bracket (10mm) and remove the wire harness from its bracket by using the screwdriver to press on the release (flathead).

5.) Place the bar on the towers and hand tighten the nuts. (When putting the bar on the tower, make sure the cruise cable is OVER the bar) It may get stubborn, so the best way to install the bar is to first align the bar up with the studs on the driver's side. Then from the passenger side, push the bar to clear the top of the strut. It may take a bit of elbow grease, but it will clear and fit.

6.) Torque down the nuts using the ratchet (14mm) 5-6 turns each, then switch to the opposite side and torque the nut diagonally across until tight (like when torquing lug nuts on a wheel). This will insure even placement of the brackets to the body.

7.) Zip tie both the wire harness to the tower bar and the cruise cable near where the original brackets would have been.

8.) Re-install the stock strut bar.

9.) YOU'RE DONE!!!


Have fun!!!

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That's it, that's all. Like Fut said, we test fitted all of the bars to my car, and they all fit.

I'm sure that you'll enjoy the bars when you get them.
 
Now hear this! Copy MLS Strut Tower Bars were shipped via FedEx today to:

1. Nupe07
2. Hayoyo
3. PerzianKabob
4. Newowner92LS
5. Milano6
6. Apaches Coupe
7. Acknowledge
8. DVP
9. Stu
10. Octane
11. Chachinc

Please e-me (no PMs please) with FedEx in the subject line. I'll reply with your tracking #. Remember FedEx will only make one delivery attempt. If no answer pick-up will be required at a FedEx station.

Nupe I spoke with llloydxmas. Shipping info is forthcoming. Please contact me ASAP and I'll relay llloydxmas your message. Sorry for the mix-up :(

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Fut :2cool:
 
LegendGS said:
Re Step 4.) ... there is a cruise control cable bracket you will need to remove and a wire harness that will need repositioning on the driver side.
Question
Can anyone explain how to remove the wiring harness (on the driver side) from its bracket ? I was not able to do it because I can't figure out how it locks or where to put the flat head to release the lock.

( Here is a tip .... use some WD40 .... I need a new #12`socket .... the bolts that hold the OEM strut bar were so tight on my car they broke my stupid socket ! )
 
H E L P
Can anyone explain how to remove the wiring harness (on the driver side) from its bracket ? I was not able to do it because I can't figure out how it locks or where to put the flat head to release the lock.
 
Stu said:
H E L P
Can anyone explain how to remove the wiring harness (on the driver side) from its bracket ? I was not able to do it because I can't figure out how it locks or where to put the flat head to release the lock.
ignore the above. I never managed to get it taken apart so I just bent the metal bracket with a long screwdriver and moved it out of the way.
 
Stu said:
ignore the above. I never managed to get it taken apart so I just bent the metal bracket with a long screwdriver and moved it out of the way.
you don't need to actually unplug it, you just slide it off. the metal holding it on is kinda like a U, you just move it to the left and it'll slide off. well i think there's a little thing you need to push in. but it's not the lock closest to the engine that you have to worry about.

i just got mine today, and installed it in about 30 minutes. i didn't remove the OEM bar at all, but on the passanger side there's a big group of wires in the way of one of the bolts. and i couldn't tighten it all the way.

as for performance, i noticed the front of the car feels a lot stiffer, but i'm still moving in my seat. i would say i feel all benefits, but once i go to a track i'll let you know exactly how it performs, because i can't really take hard turns around my area because of the traffic.

i also think once i tighten this last bolt, it'll feel a lot better.
 
there's a 10 mm bolt holding a bracket holding that group of wires on the passenger side. Its a few inches further from the engine than the strut bolt. If you remove it you can get to the strut bolt much easier. I had the same issue yesterday when I installed mine
 
I finally got a chance to test my new MLS copy out and I just have to say,

IT IS AWESOME

The installation took me 20 minutes, and the bar is perfect

Fits, looks, and performs perfect.

110% worth the money and the wait

Mad props go out to Fut on making this one happen...thanks for your hard work


YOU DA MAN!
 
I got my bar early this week and it looks amazing. I meant to install it sooner but I've been under the weather and missed a few days of work - definitely in no condition to bear the cold to install it (it started to snow up here today!). I plan to install it this weekend and I'll report back as soon as I do!!

Dave.
 
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