It does make a difference (with f&r strut tower braces) on a car with stock suspension I noticed alot less wheel hop and it felt stiffer going thru corners. As for the rear tie bar I just installed a pilot one. I got it for 45.00 from http://jcwhitney.com/product.jhtml?CATID=140429 plus you get free shipping. Ray 96 Eclipse Base Model Best 14.6@93 w/60 shot
1997 Eclipse RS 1991 Eclipse GSX 1995 Eagle Talon TSi AWD 1989 Dodge Daytona 2.5 turbo (tinker car) 1996 Eclipse base model RIP