Originally Posted by
sffan15
Does that much bend in the shock tower warrant a replacement? Don't notice it when I run but then again I'm not all that tuned to small things yet.
I have no idea how you managed to do that, considering I've landed upsidedown at speed into things without similar issue, but I'm impressed.
As for repair, I would take it off, put it on some smooth and FLAT concrete (back down) with a bit of wood on top of it, then step on it. That should at least straighten it out a bit so it affects handling less than it does now. Then order a new one, as now that it has bent it will be easier to bend again and you won't get it back to perfect CNC form with the flattening out method.
While you're at it, since the shocks or at least the shock mounts probably took the hit, check the shocks and arms for any binding/leaking while you have the tower off, and repair as required.