Tanabe TTB063F Sustec Front Tower Bar for 2003-2006 Nissan 350Z

This Tanabe strut bar looks really cool ! and when you install it on your Z looks super cool in the engine bay, but I noticed its not a direct fit ...i made sure it was the same size as the stock strut bar and this rubs against the hood of the car, I now have 2 small circles where the anodized finish of this product has worn off due tot he rubbing against the hood of the car ... For another hundred bucks I wish i wouldve gone with a higher quality strut bar or stayed with the stock one and saved my money since I honestly didn't notice any real increase in handling. I've also seen on youtube famous tuners still utilize the stock strut bar in their set up, makes you wonder if its worth it right ?