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Old Feb 23, 2006 | 09:47 PM
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Are DTE braces ONLY for use on manual transmissions?? I was looking to get one but then seen it was only described for use on manual.
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http://www.dynotech-eng.com/dte_c5_diff_strut.htm

Are you sure you checked their web site?

It is there on an auto.



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DTE makes a differential strut brace for both auto and stick cars, however, I've never heard of anyone with an auto needing one. The autos don't seem to have as much wheel hop..

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$379 < $2500

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Wheel hop is a different issue. If you buy the brace you can still experience wheel hop.
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My point was that the auto doesn't seem to have the same level of problems as the stick as far as hop and taking out the trans and diff in out motion, which is what the brace is supposed to prevent.

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Originally Posted by BLOWNZO6
$379 < $2500



you see them advertised more often for the manual tranny, but I got one insalled on my a4 AUTO - I figure its cheap insurance at $379.00, and since I was swapping t/c and carrier, it was smart to do it then.
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