I have the Ford one. I prefer the rubber as it keeps stuff from sliding. And the lettering looks sharp.
https://www.ford.com/product/cargo-area-protector-black-for-vehicles-with-subwoofer-p2923508367
Ok that makes sense. I just wanted to point out you need both for those that may be reading this and don't have either. 👍
Interesting that you noticed a difference with just the strut brace though. The cowl brace adds a lot of stability on it's own.
Pretty sure those are all meant to be used with the cowl brace. The strut brace is supposed to sit on top, with the cowl brace acting as a bracket. I can't imagine torqueing down the strut brace on the bare towers...
Thanks. I did find this video after posting. He's used the exact same part. Looks like the only downside is breaking the clips on the ring, and getting the new speakers holes to line up.
Mine feels a little tighter and more locked in around hard corners. I didn't notice a difference is ride quality, and I'm sensitive to that. But I have 19s with 40 profile tires.
GT means Grand Tourer or Grand Touring. It's a direct translation from the Italian "Grand Tourismo" which was the name Italians used for cars that traveled at high speed over long distances with luxury and comfort.
Ford's Gran Torino was named after a city in Italy called Turin, and came well...
Hmmm, I'm pretty sure the 400A inserts are that active X material, and the 401A is full grain leather. Same with the wheel.
But yes, either way the stitching is much nicer on the 401A.