Cusco Strut Brace Type-AS Rear

2011–2025 Nissan Skyline R33 RWD

Part #: 232 511 A

Overview

The Cusco Strut Brace Type-AS Rear is a high-quality performance upgrade designed specifically for the Nissan Skyline R33 RWD models. Crafted to enhance chassis rigidity and improve handling response, this rear strut bar is an essential component for enthusiasts seeking to optimize their vehicle's stability during spirited driving or track days. Its lightweight yet durable construction ensures that your Skyline maintains precise control through corners, providing a more confident driving experience.

Whether you're a daily driver looking for improved steering feel or a motorsport enthusiast pushing your vehicle to its limits, the Cusco Rear Strut Brace offers a straightforward bolt-on solution that elevates your vehicle's performance without complicated modifications. Its sleek design complements the engine bay aesthetic while delivering tangible improvements in chassis stiffness and overall handling dynamics.

Key Features

The Cusco Strut Brace Type-AS Rear boasts several technical features that make it a standout upgrade:

• Constructed from hollow aluminum shaft for an optimal balance of lightweight design and structural rigidity, reducing unsprung weight and enhancing responsiveness.
• Steel end plate brackets painted in Cusco's signature blue provide a flawless fitment tailored specifically for the Nissan Skyline R33 RWD, ensuring secure attachment and durability.
• Simple bolt-on installation process that requires no cutting or drilling, making it accessible for both novice and experienced enthusiasts.
• Designed to mount at the rear upper strut locations, reinforcing the chassis at critical points to minimize flex and improve handling precision.
• Manufactured with high-quality materials and precision engineering to withstand the rigors of aggressive driving while maintaining long-term reliability.
• Enhances vehicle stability during cornering, reducing body roll and improving steering response for a more connected driving feel.
• Finished with a sleek, lightweight design that does not add unnecessary weight to the vehicle, preserving performance and efficiency.
• Ideal for street use, spirited driving, and track days where chassis stiffness and handling are paramount.

Construction & Design

The Cusco Rear Strut Brace Type-AS features a meticulously engineered design that emphasizes strength, weight savings, and fitment precision. The main shaft is made from hollow aluminum, which offers excellent rigidity while keeping the overall weight to a minimum. This construction helps support increased chassis stiffness without negatively impacting vehicle weight or performance.

The steel end plates are expertly painted in Cusco's trademark blue, not only for aesthetic appeal but also to provide corrosion resistance and durability. The brackets are designed to seamlessly integrate with the factory mounting points, ensuring a secure and flush fitment that maintains the integrity of your vehicle's suspension geometry. The bolt-on installation process is straightforward, requiring only basic tools and no modifications, making it accessible for enthusiasts of all skill levels.

Performance & Sound

While the Cusco Strut Brace does not directly increase horsepower or torque, its primary benefit lies in enhancing chassis rigidity, which translates to improved handling, steering response, and overall driving confidence. By reducing flex at the rear suspension points, this strut bar helps your Nissan Skyline R33 RWD maintain better tire contact with the road during aggressive maneuvers, resulting in more precise steering feedback and improved cornering stability.

Installation & Fitment

The Cusco Rear Strut Brace Type-AS is designed as a direct bolt-on upgrade that requires no cutting, drilling, or complex modifications. Installation involves removing the existing rear upper strut mounts and securing the brace in place using the supplied hardware. The process typically takes less than an hour and can be performed with basic hand tools. Once installed, you'll immediately notice a more solid and responsive feel during driving, especially in tight turns and high-speed cornering.

• Simple bolt-on installation with no cutting or drilling required
• Mounts at the rear upper strut locations for optimal chassis reinforcement
• Includes all necessary hardware and brackets for a hassle-free upgrade

What's Included

• Rear aluminum shaft bar
• Steel end plate brackets
• All necessary mounting hardware and bolts
• Installation instructions

Ideal For

This Cusco Rear Strut Brace is perfect for Nissan Skyline R33 RWD owners who want to improve their vehicle's handling and chassis stiffness. It is especially beneficial for those who participate in spirited driving, track days, or simply desire a more responsive and confident driving experience. The lightweight design ensures that performance gains are achieved without adding unnecessary weight to your vehicle.