{"product_id":"cax3st2-can-am-x3-2017-billet-shock-tower-brace-black","title":"Can-Am X3 Billet Shock Tower Brace Black | DRT Motorsports","description":"\u003ch1\u003eCan-Am X3 Billet Shock Tower Brace Black\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eDRT Motorsports Can-Am X3 Billet Shock Tower Brace – Black\u003c\/strong\u003e is the powder-coated finish of DRT's popular billet front-suspension upgrade. This \u003cstrong\u003eblack X3 shock tower brace\u003c\/strong\u003e is CNC machined from one giant piece of 6061-T6 aluminum to deliver more strength at a common front-suspension failure point — thicker than your factory brace and engineered to prevent breaks when you push your X3 at high speeds or in extreme conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you've been searching for a \u003cstrong\u003eblack billet shock tower brace for Can-Am X3\u003c\/strong\u003e that combines real strength gains with aggressive styling, this delivers in powder-coated black with milled aluminum accents. Direct bolt-on replacement, easy installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVehicle-specific fit\u003c\/strong\u003e — 2017+ Can-Am Maverick X3 (all models, 2 and 4 door)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOne-piece billet\u003c\/strong\u003e — CNC machined from 6061-T6 aluminum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThicker than factory\u003c\/strong\u003e — more material than OEM brace\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFront-suspension reinforcement\u003c\/strong\u003e — ties shock towers, reduces flex\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOEM weak point fix\u003c\/strong\u003e — prevents breaks at high speeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDirect bolt-on\u003c\/strong\u003e — easy replacement, no modifications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePremium finish\u003c\/strong\u003e — powder coated black with milled aluminum accents\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e — one-piece 6061-T6 billet aluminum (CNC machined)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish\u003c\/strong\u003e — powder coated black with milled accents\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInstallation\u003c\/strong\u003e — direct bolt-on replacement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStatus\u003c\/strong\u003e — Patent Pending\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFitment\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan-Am\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2017+ Can-Am Maverick X3 (2-door)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2017+ Can-Am Maverick X3 Max (4-door)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's the difference between the raw aluminum and black versions?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe raw aluminum version ships unfinished; this black version ships in powder-coated black with milled aluminum accents. Same dimensions, same strength, same fitment — just different look.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does the X3 shock tower brace do?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt ties the front shock towers together with a thicker, billet aluminum brace, reducing flex and strengthening a known front-suspension failure point on the Maverick X3.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this a direct replacement for the factory brace?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. It's a direct bolt-on replacement for the factory shock tower brace.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes it fit the 4-door X3 Max?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. It fits all 2017+ Maverick X3 models, both 2 and 4 door.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWill it improve front-suspension feel?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Adding stiffness at the shock towers reduces flex and helps the front suspension respond more consistently at speed and in extreme conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs welding required?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The brace bolts directly to factory mounting points using the included hardware. Standard hand tools and about 30 minutes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy DRT Motorsports\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDRT Motorsports designs Can-Am Maverick X3-specific billet aluminum suspension components that solve real-world failure points. From CNC-machined 6061-T6 construction to thicker-than-OEM material, direct bolt-on simplicity, and premium powder-coat finishes, every DRT brace reflects focus on thick material, tight tolerances, and aggressive styling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTighten up your X3 front end with a black finish. 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