FSWERKS Upper Front Strut Stress Bar - Ford Focus Duratec 2.3L/2.0L 2003-2011
SKU: FS033KAn upper-front stress bar is an essential bolt on for all street & competition Ford Focus cars. The bar's rigid design helps to reduce the roll and twist of the front sheet metal frame, and in doing so quickens steering response and improves turn-in. Construction consists of strong 14-gauge mandrel bent heavy wall 7/8" diameter steel tubing. The tubing is then welded to 1/8" laser cut steel mounting plates. Designed specifically around the constraints of US model cars, the bar requires no modification of surrounding components (ie: Brake booster, fuse box, air box) when used in conjunction with the FSWERKS Cool-Flo or the stock factory air box. Fits all Duratec 2.3L & 2.0L. The FSWERKS upper-front stress bar is available in your choice of Chrome/Clear Powdercoated Finish or colored powdercoated finish.
Note:
Torque nuts to 18ft lbs
2008-2011 Coupe & Sedan Duratec Notice:
Fitment:
Ford Focus Duratec 2.3L 2003 2004
Ford Focus Duratec 2.0L 2005 2006 2007
Ford Focus ST Duratec 2.3L 2005 2006 2007
Ford Focus Duratec 2.0L 2008 2009 2010 2011
Customer Reviews
Tightend up front end nicely...
Made the front end feel much tighter. Took out some of the shutter when cornering. Worth it even on a wagon !
Road Race Ready!!
Best bang for your buck item for sure! I installed on my 07 Focus and it was truly surprising the difference in handling it made! The car feels so much tighter and "planted" going around turns. If you want that race car handling feel that youve always dreamed of, buy this strut brace!
Just a little more precise
Which is all this car needed in terms of handling. With the addition of Michelin Pilot Super Sports and KYB AGX dampers this Focus SES goes from a good sport sedan to a very, very good sport sedan. For it's sport touring intent the FSWERKS upper strut bar allows this car to keep up with BMW three series in the twisties quite nicely.
Quality Sway Bar
Item was shipped in about 24 hours, quick services. Installation of the sway bar only took about 15 minutes total. This sway bar is solid and holds the chassis against cornering forces well. The car corners noticeably flatter through both sharp and sweeping corners.
Good bang for the buck
Very easy to install, excellent fitment . Really stiffened up the car and seamed to reduce body roll. Great part and service from FS