ECS Tuning Rear Upper Stress Bar Kit - Mk5 / Mk6 Golf – ES3603700

ECS Tuning Rear Upper Stress Bar Kit - Mk5 / Mk6 Golf – ES3603700 is identified by exact ECS Tuning part number ES3603700. The product identity and description below were matched to the corresponding current supplier or manufacturer catalogue record.

Product details

ECS Tuning Rear Upper Stress Bar Kit - Mk5 / Mk6 Golf ECS Tuning Rear Upper Stress Bar Kit - Mk5 / Mk6 Golf Our ECS Tuning Rear Stress Bar Kit stiffens the chassis in the rear of your Volkswagen MK5 Golf, GTI, R32 or MK6 Golf, GTI, Golf R in the area most prone to chassis flex during hard cornering or changes in road surfaces. Our Stress Bar helps to stiffen the rear chassis from undesired torsional flexing of the body which allows for faster turn-in speed and flatter cornering, while reducing chassis creaks and groans. Our Rear Stress Bar Kit achieves all of these great benefits with little intrusion in the cabin, maximizing cargo area, while maintaining functionality with the rear seatbacks in all positions, with no noticeable increase in NVH. The entire assembly is easily removed in minutes and requires no permanent drilling or cutting into the body. PART DESIGN In-house designed and engineered in our Wadsworth, Ohio facility, using FARO ARM laser scanning technology for precise fitment Upper mounting brackets effectively grab the inside of the rear seat latch anchor and require absolutely no cutting or drilling for an easy install Upper mounting brackets are machined from 6061-T6 billet aluminum and are finished in a black anodized coating Rear Stress bar is made from heavy duty 3mm wall DOM steel tubing, powdercoated in a tough wrinkle black finish and features a turnbuckle style adjustment for simple on-car tensioning Heavy duty zinc-plated rod ends with LH and RH threads feature high quality bearings and locking jam nuts to secure final adjustments Total kit adds only 3.2kg Upgradeable to our "Stage 2 Add-On Kit" which provide two lower braces, brackets and a union assembly to further tie the rear chassis together (see ES3603701) KIT CONTENTS Upper mounting brackets and hardware Upper stress bar with rod ends and jam nuts PERFORMANCE FEATURES By tensioning the body together in the largest void of the vehicle, body flex is reduced. This improves the handling of the vehicle by reducing understeer, in addition to allowing faster turn-in speed all while reducing common creaks and groans. PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT Our ECS Tuning Rear Stress Bar Kit was designed, engineered, tested and quality inspected by our Research and Development team in our Wadsworth, Ohio facility. We strive for the highest level of precision and quality through leading-edge product development technology including FARO laser scanning for reverse engineering and quality inspection, SolidWorks 3D CAD modeling, rapid prototyping utilizing our in-house 3D printer, and rigorous long term product testing. NOTES: Compatible with 2wd and 4motion Models Manufacturer part number: ES3603700 Vehicle fitment: Volkswagen | Golf Mk5, Golf Mk6 | 1.4, 1.6, 1.4 TSI, 1.9 TDI, 2.0 TDI, GTI 2.0 TFSI, R32, 1.2, 1.8 TSI, 1.6 TDI, R | Mk5, Mk6 Product category: Braces Availability: check supplier availability Please confirm vehicle fitment and product specification before ordering.

Fitment and ordering

Confirm the exact manufacturer part number and complete vehicle application before ordering. Compatibility can depend on build date, engine, transmission, chassis, emissions equipment or fitted options. If uncertain, contact Torque Monsta with the registration or VIN and this part number.

Installation

Use the product only for its intended application and arrange installation by a competent person. Product-specific contents, settings, torque values, certification and road-use claims are stated only where supported by exact matching evidence.