Cusco Strut Brace Type AS Rear

2011–2025 Subaru Impreza WRX (GC8) 2.0L Turbo

Part #: 660 511 A

Overview

The Cusco Strut Brace Type AS Rear is a high-quality performance upgrade designed specifically for Subaru Impreza WRX models, particularly the GC8 chassis. Crafted to enhance chassis rigidity and improve handling response, this rear strut brace is an essential component for enthusiasts seeking a more connected and confident driving experience. Whether you're a daily driver, spirited enthusiast, or involved in motorsport, this strut bar helps support your vehicle's structural integrity during aggressive cornering and dynamic driving conditions.

Constructed from lightweight aluminum and steel, the Cusco Type AS Rear Strut Brace offers a perfect balance of strength and weight savings. Its straightforward bolt-on installation allows for a hassle-free upgrade that requires no modifications or complex procedures. By reducing flex in the rear suspension area, this strut brace helps improve steering precision, stability, and overall handling performance, making your Subaru Impreza WRX more responsive and enjoyable to drive.

Key Features

The Cusco Strut Brace Type AS Rear incorporates several key features that set it apart as a top-tier chassis reinforcement component:

• Lightweight Aluminum Shaft: The hollow aluminum shaft minimizes weight while maintaining high rigidity, contributing to improved vehicle responsiveness without adding unnecessary mass.
• Steel End Plates: The steel end plates, painted in Cusco's signature blue, provide durable and flawless fitment tailored to the rear upper strut mounting points.
• Simple Bolt-On Design: Designed for easy installation, this strut brace bolts directly onto existing mounting points, making it suitable for both novice and experienced enthusiasts.
• Enhanced Chassis Stiffness: By connecting the upper strut towers, it reduces chassis flex, which can improve handling precision during high-performance driving.
• Vehicle-Specific Fitment: Engineered specifically for the Subaru Impreza WRX GC8, ensuring perfect compatibility and fitment.
• Durable Finish: The steel brackets are painted in Cusco's trademarked blue, providing corrosion resistance and a sleek appearance.

Construction & Design

The Cusco Strut Brace Type AS Rear features a straightforward yet effective design focused on maximizing performance benefits while maintaining ease of installation. The main shaft is made from hollow aluminum, which offers excellent strength-to-weight ratio, helping to keep the overall weight of your vehicle low. The steel end plates are precisely machined and painted in Cusco's iconic blue, ensuring a flawless fit and long-lasting durability.

This strut bar is engineered to connect the upper rear suspension points, effectively reducing chassis flex and improving overall structural rigidity. Its simple bolt-on installation method involves attaching the end plates to the existing strut towers using factory mounting points, requiring no cutting or drilling. The design emphasizes durability, lightweight construction, and precise fitment, making it a reliable upgrade for both street and track use.

Performance & Sound

While the Cusco Strut Brace Type AS Rear does not produce noticeable sound changes, its primary benefit lies in enhancing handling and chassis stiffness. By reducing flex in the rear suspension, it allows for more precise steering response and improved stability during aggressive driving. This upgrade can contribute to more predictable handling characteristics, especially during spirited driving or cornering at higher speeds.

Installation & Fitment

The Cusco Strut Brace Type AS Rear is designed for a straightforward bolt-on installation. It mounts directly onto the factory rear upper strut mounting points without the need for modifications, cutting, or drilling. The process typically involves removing the existing bolts from the rear strut towers and attaching the end plates of the strut brace using the included hardware. No special tools or tuning are required, making it an accessible upgrade for most enthusiasts.

• Easy bolt-on installation with factory mounting points
• No cutting, drilling, or tuning required
• Suitable for both street and track use

What's Included

• Hollow aluminum rear strut bar
• Steel end plate brackets with mounting hardware
• Installation instructions

Ideal For

• Subaru Impreza WRX GC8 owners seeking improved chassis rigidity
• Enthusiasts looking for enhanced handling response and steering feel
• Track day and spirited driving enthusiasts
• Anyone wanting a lightweight, durable chassis reinforcement upgrade

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.