Why is Honda now using an Upper Front Strut Tower Support

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so what the point of having those plates after all?
 

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so what the point of having those plates after all?
To reduce risk of strut mushrooming....what I don't understand is what's different about the hatchbacks that led Honda to put them in...

I could only find this....

"Beyond the engine, the hatchback features different suspension tuning that results in improved cornering but a firmer ride. Its steering has also been altered for a slightly higher effort on center and a smoother turn-in, which creates a sportier driving experience."
 
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Why not just buy a strut tower bar? :) That will also prevent the towers from mushrooming and you'll get a little tighter front end and steering feel, too. :thumbsup:
 


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Why not just buy a strut tower bar? :) That will also prevent the towers from mushrooming and you'll get a little tighter front end and steering feel, too. :thumbsup:
I have a SiriMoto strut tower bar...but for sh*ts and giggles..I picked up a couple of the base plates for extra rigidity.
 

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I bought the Sirimoto as well and will be installing it soon. For the price, it's a nice bar.
 

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To reduce risk of strut mushrooming....what I don't understand is what's different about the hatchbacks that led Honda to put them in...

I could only find this....

"Beyond the engine, the hatchback features different suspension tuning that results in improved cornering but a firmer ride. Its steering has also been altered for a slightly higher effort on center and a smoother turn-in, which creates a sportier driving experience."
^ this (is why)

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I recently purchased a Tanabe Strut Bar and my Civic hatchback LX has the upper front strut tower support. I did not remove those when i installed the Tanabe and just put it right on top. Will that cause any issue? Should i remove it? Thanks!
 

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Anyone have this on the couple? Thanks
my LX coupe doesn't have the brackets but the existing body steel at that location is very thick, strong and rigid. Hard to believe that bracket would improve anything.
 


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Will this fit LX Sedan? I know it won't improve anything, but kinda cool to have them for $6 lol
 

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These came on my 2017 EX-T coupe stock...so I don't know if it's just the hatch.
 

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What did you torque the strut bolts too I think mine are a little loose?
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