Cusco Rear Strut Bar Type 40

2011–2025 Subaru GDA Impreza 2.0L

Part #: 666 526 A

Overview

The Cusco Rear Strut Bar Type 40 is a high-performance chassis reinforcement component designed specifically for Subaru GDA Impreza models from 2011 to 2025. Crafted to enhance your vehicle's handling and stability, this rear strut bar helps reduce chassis flex during spirited driving, cornering, and aggressive maneuvers. Whether you're a daily driver seeking improved responsiveness or a performance enthusiast pushing your car on the track, this strut bar provides the rigidity needed to maximize your vehicle's dynamic capabilities.

Constructed with precision engineering and lightweight materials, the Type 40 rear strut bar offers a significant upgrade over stock components. It not only improves overall chassis stiffness but also contributes to more predictable steering response and enhanced cornering confidence. Installation is straightforward, making it an excellent upgrade for those looking to boost their Subaru's handling without extensive modifications.

Key Features

The Cusco Rear Strut Bar Type 40 is engineered with a focus on durability, performance, and ease of installation. Its key features include:

• Heavy-duty 40mm diameter aluminum cross section provides excellent rigidity while maintaining lightweight characteristics, reducing unsprung weight for better handling.
• Hollow aluminum construction ensures strength without adding unnecessary weight, optimizing chassis stiffness and responsiveness.
• Billet aluminum solid end brackets are welded to the main bar, offering a secure and durable connection that withstands harsh driving conditions and chassis flex.
• Aluminum end plate brackets are painted in a titanium gray color, providing a sleek, corrosion-resistant finish that complements the vehicle's aesthetic.
• Designed specifically for Subaru GDA Impreza models, ensuring a perfect fit and seamless integration with existing chassis components.
• Simple installation process with minimal tools required, typically involving bolt-on mounting to factory points without drilling or modifications.
• Engineered both inside and out to maximize rigidity and durability, ensuring long-lasting performance even under demanding driving scenarios.
• Optimized for use in street, spirited driving, and light track use, providing a noticeable improvement in chassis response and handling.

Construction & Design

The Cusco Rear Strut Bar Type 40 features a robust yet lightweight design, utilizing a 40mm diameter hollow aluminum tube that offers a perfect balance between strength and weight savings. The bar is meticulously welded with billet aluminum solid ends, ensuring a secure and durable connection that maintains structural integrity over time. The end brackets are precision-machined and painted in a titanium gray finish, providing corrosion resistance and a sleek appearance. The overall design emphasizes ease of installation, with brackets that fit precisely to factory mounting points, eliminating the need for cutting or drilling. This thoughtful construction enhances chassis stiffness, reduces flex, and contributes to a more responsive and confident driving experience.

Performance & Sound

By installing the Cusco Rear Strut Bar Type 40, you will notice improved handling characteristics, especially during cornering and high-speed maneuvers. The increased chassis rigidity translates into more precise steering response and reduced body roll, allowing you to better control your vehicle. While this component does not directly increase horsepower or torque, it significantly enhances the vehicle's overall stability and driving feel, making it a valuable upgrade for enthusiasts seeking a more connected and confident driving experience.

Installation & Fitment

The Cusco Rear Strut Bar Type 40 is designed as a bolt-on upgrade that requires no cutting, drilling, or complex modifications. Installation involves removing the existing rear strut brace and replacing it with the Cusco unit using the factory mounting points. The process is straightforward and typically completed within an hour using basic hand tools. The precise fitment ensures a secure attachment, providing maximum benefit in chassis reinforcement without compromising factory comfort or ride quality.

• Simple bolt-on installation with no cutting or drilling required
• Designed specifically for Subaru GDA Impreza models (2011–2025)
• Includes all necessary brackets and hardware for a hassle-free upgrade

What's Included

• Cusco Rear Strut Bar Type 40
• Aluminum end plate brackets (painted in titanium gray)
• Mounting hardware and bolts
• Installation instructions

Ideal For

This rear strut bar is ideal for Subaru GDA Impreza owners who want to improve their vehicle's handling, chassis stiffness, and overall driving confidence. It is perfect for street enthusiasts, autocrossers, and light track day participants seeking a reliable upgrade that enhances responsiveness without adding significant weight or complexity.

Emissions Note

This product is designed for off-road or racing use only and may not be legal for street use in all regions. Please check local regulations before installation.