Suspension & Handling · Buyer's Guide
Strut Tower Braces
A strut tower brace connects both front strut towers with a rigid bar, reducing chassis flex during hard cornering. The result is more precise steering and quicker turn-in response. It's one of the simplest installs on the car — usually just 4-6 bolts.
Recommended Picks
A starting point for your build, sorted by budget.
All Strut Tower Braces (15)
View as grid- C&L Strut Tower Brace$144.99
- C&L Strut Tower Brace$144.99
Mopar Front Strut Tower Brace$160
BMR Suspension Front Strut Tower Brace$179.99- BMR Suspension Rear Shock Tower Brace Red$259.95
- BMR Suspension Rear Shock Tower Brace Black Hammertone$259.95
- BMR Suspension Front Strut Tower Brace$299.95
- BMR Suspension Front Strut Tower Brace$299.95
- BMR Suspension Front Strut Tower Brace$299.95
- BMR Twin Tube Design Front Strut Tower Brace$299.95
BMR Suspension Front & Rear Strut Tower Brace Kit$320- Drake Muscle Cars Billet Aluminum Strut Tower Brace$393.95
BMR Suspension Rear Trailing Arm Kit$399.99- SpeedLogix 4-Point Front Strut Tower Brace$529.99
- Scott Drake Strut Tower Brace$569.99
7. SUSPENSION
Lowering Springs vs. Coilovers
| Option | Drop | Ride Quality | Adjustability | Cost | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lowering Springs | 1–2" fixed | Firm but daily-driveable | None | $200–$600 | Street, daily driver |
| Coilovers | 0.5–3" adjustable | Varies by brand | Height + damping | $800–$3,500 | Performance, track prep |
Key Brands — Lowering Springs
- Eibach Pro-Kit: Most popular. ~1" drop front, ~1.1" rear. Great balance of comfort and handling.
- Eibach Sportline: ~1.8" drop. More aggressive stance.
- H&R Sport Springs: German-engineered. Progressive rate for comfort + performance.
- KW Suspension: Premium German coilover and spring brand.
Key Brands — Coilovers
- BC Racing: Budget-friendly, adjustable. Good entry point.
- KW Variant 3: Three-way adjustable. Near-perfect street/track balance.
- Bilstein: Premium dampers. Used by Dodge themselves for performance packages.
- Pedders: Australian brand with strong HEMI platform presence. Full suspension kits.
- Ksport Kontrol Pro: Fully adjustable, great value.
Sway Bars
- Front sway bar upgrade: +68% stiffness vs. stock. Dramatically reduces body roll.
- Rear sway bar: +182% stiffness. Transforms cornering.
- Hotchkis, BMR Suspension, Whiteline are top brands.
- Sway bars have "the greatest positive effect" of any single suspension mod per community consensus.
Supporting Mods
- Strut Tower Braces: Tie front strut towers together, reduces chassis flex. Cheap and effective.
- Trailing Arm Brackets (Pinion Angle Adjusters): Required when lowering >1.5" to correct rear pinion angle and prevent driveline vibration.
- Alignment: Always required after any suspension change. Critical for tire wear and handling.
Install Order
- Springs/coilovers first
- Sway bars (front + rear)
- Strut brace
- Trailing arms / pinion angle (if dropped >1.5")
- Alignment (always last)
Site UX Recommendations
- Show stance/drop prominently (users buy primarily for look + handling).
- "Alignment required after install" badge on all suspension parts.
- Pinion angle warning for drops > 1.5".