{"product_id":"cusco-rear-subframe-brace-lower-bar-97-gc8-gda-gdb-impreza","title":"Cusco Rear SUBFRAME Brace Lower Bar 97+GC8-GDA-GDB Impreza","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSKU:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan itemprop=\"sku\"\u003e673 487 A\u003c\/span\u003e | \u003cstrong\u003eUPC:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4996338051455\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCusco Rear SUBFRAME Brace Lower Bar 97+GC8-GDA-GDB Impreza\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCusco Rear Subframe Brace Lower Bar (MPN 673 487 A) reinforces the rear subframe on 1997+ Subaru Impreza GC8 GDA GDB chassis models including WRX and STI variants. This four-point steel brace ties the subframe mounts together to cut chassis flex during hard cornering and acceleration. Drivers notice immediate gains in rear-end traction and steering response on street or track.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFour-Point Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e Connects all four lower subframe mounting points to distribute stress evenly and prevent twisting under load.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-Strength Steel Tubing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 38mm diameter pipes with 3mm wall thickness deliver rigid support without adding excess weight.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePowder Coated Finish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black electro-deposition coating resists corrosion and maintains appearance in harsh conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBolt-On Installation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Uses factory mounting holes for straightforward fit without drilling or cutting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMotorsport Proven:\u003c\/strong\u003e Developed for rally and drift applications to handle high lateral G-forces reliably.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eProduct Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInspect subframe bushings prior to installation for optimal performance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClean mounting surfaces thoroughly for secure bolting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShips fully assembled ready for install. torque bolts to Cusco specs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProfessional installation recommended.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRaise vehicle securely and support rear subframe during brace fitting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes all necessary M8 hardware. compatible with OEM exhaust and suspension.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eThis Part Fits\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable 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Sport\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1998-2005\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSubaru\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eImpreza\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRS\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2002-2004\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSubaru\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eImpreza\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTS\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2002-2007\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSubaru\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eImpreza\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWRX\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2006-2007\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSubaru\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eImpreza\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWRX Limited\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2004-2007\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSubaru\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eImpreza\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWRX 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