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Originally Posted by GrimmSpeed
-Replacement triangulation bars. We hear you, and we would love to hear more! Lots of people are interested in having matching replacements, even if there is little to no performance benefit (not necessarily true, I'm just saying worst case scenario). We're also still interested to hear how many people want the triangulation bars integrated, even if it means raising the MSRP (again worst case scenario) and offering a product that a couple of other companies kind of already offer.
-Length of studs. Replacing them to install a strut bar would suck. I know the maximum material thickness I can use for a bracket while still maintaining safe and effective thread engagement, so that is a limiting factor (especially when thinking about making this out of aluminum). As mentioned before I believe these are designed to be intentionally long to facilitate aftermarket use.
-Weight. I think we can all agree that we'd like to keep any unnecessary weight to a minimum. BUT, adding a few ounces to make something more beautiful might be acceptable?
-Aluminum. I'll be looking into cost vs weight vs performance of a few options. Off the top of my head I've been worried about being able to produce a strong enough bracket that still safely bolts to the stud on top of the stock triangulation bar. That's nothing a little FEA can't solve though 
Chase
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How about making all 3 bars in aluminium with the rear bars bolting to the front bar mounting? That will mean plenty of stud to allow for a strong[thick] strut mounting bracket and also keep freight down because the 3 bars can be packed together.
Have you weighed the front bars?
A small weight gain for beautiful curves is always acceptable to me.