I did not know whether to post this in in the Suspension section or the Drivetrain section but here is my question: Will the NM Tie-Bar fit with DDM Works RAS? I have read around the forum and cannot find this answer. i am pretty much a noob when it comes to aftermarket parts so be nice.

Thanks in advance for any responses.

 

I have the NM tie bar with a Stage 1 JCW cold air intake on my 2007 MCS, no clearance problems, works great. I don't know anyone with the combination you describe. Sorry, this might not be much help.

 

Would it be possible to get a pic or two of this install? Thanks.

 

slinger688: Sure, I'll try to get some tomorrow and as long as I can figure out how to post photos I'll get it on NAM.

 

Thanks,

Just wanted to check out your clearances.

 

I hope these photos come through and helps you understand the clearances between the bar and the CAI. I know the clearances look close but I have not experienced any rattles or other problems since installing the NM Engineering strut bar and the JCW CAI. I hope this helps.

 

Appreciate the pics and the help. I think the bar looks like a good fit.

 

He has the ram air scoop (RAS) on the hood. That tie bar is probably going to put a nice dent in it if it closes the hood.

David, I think DDM actually released a tie bar that works with the RAS but it isn't displaying on their web page for some reason. Call them up and ask!

 

I believe it is a GTSpec strut bar shown on the picture on their website

 

What does NM stand for? Looking into tie bars myself...thanks!

 

Don't know what the NM stands for, but here is their strut brace.
http://www.waymotorworks.com/product...cat=368&page=1
It's a super nice bar that can be preloaded.

 

NM Engineering is the name of the tuning company referred to as NM. It is a subsidiary of an old established company, I think I have read it is Neuspeed. The products I have purchased and read about appear to be solidly engineered, high quality materials and manufacture. Their website is: http://nm-eng.com/

 

Thanks for the information. I guess i won't be buying the DDM (RAS) as I already bought the NM tie-bar, i mean unless i want dents in my hood

 

Thanks for clueing me in on...NM.

 

What do you all think about this M7 bar? I seems nice and sturdy.

http://www.m7tuning.com/parts/produc...roducts_id=135

It is $80 less than the NM bar.

 

I really like the NM tie-bar because it is very well made and fits across the engine with a good amount of clearance between the tie bar and the intake. I did not buy the m7 bar because people have said that it rubs a little against the stock intake when the engine moves up during acceleration. I would buy the NM tie-bar, it is worth the extra money