Carbing | Okuyama Precision Chassis Bracing
Where to buy Carbing in Australia: Chicane Australia carries Carbing parts for the Honda Civic Type R (FL5) online and ships them Australia-wide from the NSW Central Coast. The range is the Type I aluminium front strut tower bar (part number 621-247-0) and the Okuyama / Carbing aluminium radiator reservoir tank (220-247-0). Both bolt to factory mounting points, and the strut bar uses a fully welded, one-piece design with no bolts or pivots at the towers. Each listing shows an estimated shipping time of 4 to 6 weeks, so allow for that if you are working to a track day or build deadline.
Carbing is the chassis and motorsport parts brand of Okuyama in Japan. Its strut tower bars tie the two front strut towers together so the front of the car flexes less under cornering and braking loads, which helps the suspension hold its intended geometry.
Shop by Vehicle
- Honda Civic Type R (FL5): Carbing Type I front strut tower bar and Okuyama / Carbing radiator reservoir tank
- More parts for the same car: Honda Civic Type R (FL5) performance parts
Shop by Product Type
- Strut tower bars: Carbing Front Strut Tower Bar (Type I), part number 621-247-0. See all chassis bracing.
- Radiator reservoir tanks: Okuyama / Carbing Radiator Reservoir Tank, part number 220-247-0. See all expansion tanks.
Choosing the Right Part
- Strut tower bar: the Type I front bar is aluminium, part number 621-247-0, and links the left and right strut upper brackets. It is made for right-hand drive export models and has not been tested on left-hand drive cars. Its product page notes it also suits the Civic (FL1).
- Radiator reservoir tank: an aluminium replacement for the factory plastic coolant reservoir on the FL5, aimed at cars that see hard road driving or track days.
Check engine bay clearance with any other under-bonnet parts you have fitted, such as intakes or catch cans, before ordering.
Installation & What You'll Need
Installation by a professional is recommended. Both parts bolt to factory mounting points. For the strut tower bar, tighten the strut top nuts and bar fasteners to the specified torque with the car sitting on its wheels. For the reservoir tank, the cooling system needs to be drained or part drained, refilled with the coolant Honda specifies and bled of air, then checked for leaks once the engine has reached operating temperature.
FAQ
Where can I buy Carbing parts in Australia?
Chicane Australia sells Carbing chassis bracing and cooling parts and ships Australia-wide from the NSW Central Coast. Search by Carbing part number, or contact our team if you are after a Carbing or Okuyama part for your car that is not listed.
Why are Carbing strut bars one-piece?
Some strut bars use bolts or pivot points at the towers to make fitting easier, but these joints can allow small movements under heavy load. Carbing uses a fully welded, one-piece design so the bar links the strut towers as directly as possible.
Which Carbing parts suit the Honda Civic Type R FL5?
We list the Carbing Type I aluminium front strut tower bar (part number 621-247-0) and the Okuyama / Carbing aluminium radiator reservoir tank (part number 220-247-0) for the FL5.
Does the Carbing strut bar suit left-hand drive cars?
No. The Type I bar is designed for right-hand drive export models and has not been tested on left-hand drive vehicles.
Need help choosing? Contact our team at sales@chicaneaustralia.com.au.
