I know the benefits of a front strut bar on a Mk3 are debatable, but since I have one, I wanted to ask about preloading it correctly, since it has that ability. Should the preload be "just snug", and pushing on the strut towers outwards? Or inwards? Same for a rear strut bar?
I also came across this info on the Tanabe website: http://www.tanabe-usa.com/strutbars/
"Adjustable Preload - A very common error when installing tower bars, It is always recommended to raise the vehicle when installing so that the load of the shock uppermounts on the shock towers is relieved and balanced out. When raised, and the tower bar is placed onto the vehicle, the preload can be adjusted and set. After it is bolted on and the car is lowered, each shock tower will have equal load and will prevent independent movements of each shock. This will provide an extremely noticeable difference after installing. If a tower bar is installed on a car that is not raised, great benefits will be missed."
I also came across this info on the Tanabe website: http://www.tanabe-usa.com/strutbars/
"Adjustable Preload - A very common error when installing tower bars, It is always recommended to raise the vehicle when installing so that the load of the shock uppermounts on the shock towers is relieved and balanced out. When raised, and the tower bar is placed onto the vehicle, the preload can be adjusted and set. After it is bolted on and the car is lowered, each shock tower will have equal load and will prevent independent movements of each shock. This will provide an extremely noticeable difference after installing. If a tower bar is installed on a car that is not raised, great benefits will be missed."
