Golf /Vento Gti & Vr6
             Lower Front Sub Frame Brace


    One  of several developments and projects we have carried out, but this one
             we remembered to actually take pictures as we were doing it . 

 See also wheel arch flairing on BSCS PLAYTIME page 

   We are quite happy to discuss any project, repair, modification, paint, bodywork , or mechanical . I assure you that I will not undertake any job that I feel we do not have the capability/knowledge/experience to complete.  
      I will always endevor to estimate the costs as best I can, but please bear in mind, development can be a very much trial and error mission so if we havent done it before it will be very much an ESTIMATE, but customers will ALWAYS be kept up to date and very involved with their projects.

 

      For another project recently undertaken, see 'Shelleys Race Car'
             on our BSCS Playtime page                                                   

     Also on B S C S PLAYTIME PAGE
       Golf wheel arch flairing etc to give more clearance for wheels/lowering

             Now taking orders 
        .Development complete
          
     As some of the Vr6 owners club members are aware ,
 there seems to be a problem finding a lower sub frame
  strutt brace  that actually fits  the Vr6

   This we found out to our cost  AFTER purchacing  two,
 for our own cars,    one for the golf Gti and one for the Vento Vr6 ,
  both featured on the   BSCS playtime page.
   ( But to their credit the retailer gave us a refund, being unaware of the problem )






 There are some that , after a few mods, a bit of bending and
    opening out holes , then removing bits with a grinder,
            will eventually go on to the std Golf Gti,

                     But when it comes to  the Vr6,
they foul the gearbox/diff ...  because its bigger.  

       Comment :- we still think that on the 8v Gti 
    it still hits occationally. even after 
     about an hour messing about  with it
  (but it has got a f***ed engine mount )

   
   I asked if it was worth the effort ,as being
   a bit sceptical I didnt think it would improve 
   the handling by any significant amount,
   I was taken for a ride after fitting the brase ,
                RESULT
     I am making them for the Vr6 
   I was ammazed at the difference it makes

     I have also spoken to members of the VR6 Ownerds club.
     Every one says that they think the top brase does VERY LITTLE
  in comparison to what the lower one does

 


     Some pictures showing the problem 

       

   diff housing a tad too close....
 and the engine is still raised to get o/s wishbone bolt out



 clearance here is essential !



and the hole  lines  up with the edge of the subframe


              So , ...... we have now made one that 
      FITS, no mods, no hassle , straight on
   
     and here are some pictures of its development,
    through from a mockup using bits of scrap found
    laying about , up to the first propper model.



  




  daylight between brace and gearbox
  just takes a little thought and some old engineering skills

 

this has been our biggest problem
 finding a left and right handed tap and die set
 to make the preload  adjuster thingy



 Note ; the end bracket actually is at the correct angle
            to fit the subframe








        AND 
             
.       THE FINAL PRODUCT BOLTED UP
       TO OUR SPARE SUBFRAME












    This pre-production sample has been made in lightweight steel tube which we feel will give the best strength to weight ratio and we intend to do a production run in the very near future 
  NOW DONE AND THEY FIT/WORK FINE
 They will ALL be custom made and assembled using the above subframe as a jig .
There is a possibility that they could be made in alternative materials such as aluminium or stainless steel at some future date, but we will have to investigate the production problems and they will definatly be considerably more expensive to produce. 


and one offered up to the car
showing that it clears safely


























 







     In place AND CLEARING diff housing


     (If you have any doughts about clearance,
         eg, your car isnt standard, then please measure 
        the clearance reqd using the very BOTTOM of the subframe
        as a referance , we can then check and if necessary, make
         adjustments to the bends as we weld the parts together.)
    
       To be 100% sure, why not give me a call and pay us a visit
        then I can make one specific to your car, while you wait .
         all parts are ready for assembly and final welding        

 We have found, in a 2005 catalogue, in steel ,
 from £55.99
supposedly to fit All models of golf (we wonder)


      I now have my proto type finished and can produce others to order ...
 to despatch in aprox 2_3 days

Enquiries can be made to me (the old man , Eddie) contact details , mail@braintreesmallcarshop.co.uk
   phone 07803368303
 
or through Brett or Jim @ the Vr6 owners club web site or 
 brett_500@hotmail.com 

  We will have a good idea of prices once we have made our first batch but bear in mind
 others may be cheaper , but will They fit
   We GUARANTEE that ours WILL  
      and will not foul the geargox 
     For anyone who wants advice etc
Fitting instructions can be emailed by return                     
   Update:- under way and can mfg
      to despatch in 2/3 days max
   probably be able to do them for 
       between £50.00 & £60.00 
     including the longer bolts to
   accomodate the exthe thickness
              of the brackets
    and remember they will fit. 

   ( Uk Post and packing is £8.50 )

 Flash paint is optional, they can be any colours
 that I have available,or in the gun ,
  if you want something  specific then you will have to talk to me ,   or supply the paint. 


  Production example completed

   For the observant ones who may spot 
   the "brackets on the end are not square,
    this is by design , so as to fit properly on
       to the subframe profile and is why the adjuster
           in the centre is necessary
       (unlike some we have seen /tried)