ASR install help

[gelo]

guys a quick question
this is installing an asr plate on an EK civic with existing sway bar
do i need to use the little backing plates supplied?

[tank]

For EK4, the answer is no. The backing plates supplied are not needed.

There are threaded nuts welded on the back of the subframe already.

[gelo]

thanks mate

[bennjamin]

i wouldnt rely on the OEM threaded nuts - as they will but under quite alot more stress compared to the oem bar.

You are supposed to drill them out with a 3/8 drill bit , so the 2 bolts can fit and grip the backing plate easily.
This "plate"at the rear is one part of the increased subframe reinforcement.

[Limbo]

I used the backing plates, was sure it helped to even up the back section when bolting it back on.
Didn't do any drilling though

[Paul1985]

i installed mine on an EG and the holes were a bitch to line up.
do new holes i say. Extra strength and possibly better alignment (depending how you drill the holes)

[tank]

Gelo, this link might help you with the install.

http://www.passwordjdm.com/Install_Notes/ASR_Brace_EK.pdf

Good luck.