FSTB Worth it?
10-07-2002, 06:38 AM
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FSTB Worth it?
My friend has an accord and he said that it didn't make much of a difference in the turns...though it could have been because he was already lowered I think..
I was thinking about my next mod and was just doing a little research.
I was thinking about my next mod and was just doing a little research.
10-07-2002, 06:45 AM
#2
Re: FSTB Worth it?
Originally posted by thrustinj
My friend has an accord and he said that it didn't make much of a difference in the turns...though it could have been because he was already lowered I think..
I was thinking about my next mod and was just doing a little research.
My friend has an accord and he said that it didn't make much of a difference in the turns...though it could have been because he was already lowered I think..
I was thinking about my next mod and was just doing a little research.
10-07-2002, 09:25 AM
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Originally posted by Requin6
agreed...i noticed a big difference. steering is tighter, and the car grips the road better. its worth the $35 to get one.
agreed...i noticed a big difference. steering is tighter, and the car grips the road better. its worth the $35 to get one.
i just got one off of ebay from DIRECT CAR PARTS .. check those out.. it came out to $29 with shipping ...
give them a look.. and use the BUY NOW feature, that is what i did.. no point in waiting and bidding.. (my opinion
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10-07-2002, 09:38 AM
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Originally posted by fmtek
i agree, it's worth the $30, you feel a little difference...it does tighten the turns...
i just got one off of ebay from DIRECT CAR PARTS .. check those out.. it came out to $29 with shipping ...
give them a look.. and use the BUY NOW feature, that is what i did.. no point in waiting and bidding.. (my opinion)
i agree, it's worth the $30, you feel a little difference...it does tighten the turns...
i just got one off of ebay from DIRECT CAR PARTS .. check those out.. it came out to $29 with shipping ...
give them a look.. and use the BUY NOW feature, that is what i did.. no point in waiting and bidding.. (my opinion
)
MAXIMA 95-99 INFINITI I30 FRONT STRUT BAR
Is it a good quality bar? Does it fit well? Does it come with all the necessary bolts etc.?
Not bad for $12.00 plus shipping.
10-07-2002, 09:50 AM
#7
won't feel a big difference with it, but its a cheap mod to get.
if someone put one on your car without you knowing, you probably wouldn't even notice something was different.
but it adds a mod to your car and gives you something to do on the weekend...also looks nice in the engine bay.
if you're looking for better handling, get a rear sway bar.
if someone put one on your car without you knowing, you probably wouldn't even notice something was different.
but it adds a mod to your car and gives you something to do on the weekend...also looks nice in the engine bay.
if you're looking for better handling, get a rear sway bar.
10-07-2002, 10:40 AM
#8
Originally posted by Dev
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if someone put one on your car without you knowing, you probably wouldn't even notice something was different.
if you're looking for better handling, get a rear sway bar.
...
if someone put one on your car without you knowing, you probably wouldn't even notice something was different.
if you're looking for better handling, get a rear sway bar.
And to get the maximum handling benefits of a RSB, you need a FSTB.
10-07-2002, 12:36 PM
#9
Definetly worth it...
I purchased this one off ebay...
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...850470154&rd=1
It is a great FSTB, slight decrease in body roll when accelerating through curves, and a cheap mod $30.00 (18 plus 12 shipping) Good looking bar, now all i need is a RSB to complete it.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...850470154&rd=1
It is a great FSTB, slight decrease in body roll when accelerating through curves, and a cheap mod $30.00 (18 plus 12 shipping) Good looking bar, now all i need is a RSB to complete it.
10-07-2002, 01:01 PM
#10
i dont really notice a difference... i guess when you have everything done suspension wise it does its part because you will be banging turns harder, and like everyone else said its an inexpensive mod.. just dont go paying $180 for a stillen one that does the same job 
10-07-2002, 02:51 PM
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It does make a difference. Proof:
I bought my max from my Uncle who bought it brand new and sold it to me in at the beginning of 02. I was visiting him in Charolotte (he just moved there from Louisville). Him and his sons (one my age, one 12) decided to go out to dinner. Since my car was out front we decided to take it, and I offered to let him drive for old times sake. He sat down and the first thing he said was "This steering wheel is tighter what did you do to it?" I reminded him about the strut bar I showed him. My story.
I bought my max from my Uncle who bought it brand new and sold it to me in at the beginning of 02. I was visiting him in Charolotte (he just moved there from Louisville). Him and his sons (one my age, one 12) decided to go out to dinner. Since my car was out front we decided to take it, and I offered to let him drive for old times sake. He sat down and the first thing he said was "This steering wheel is tighter what did you do to it?" I reminded him about the strut bar I showed him. My story.
10-10-2002, 06:40 AM
#18
it's worth the cash, either get the $30 one or the stillen one. no use getting the $75 courtesy fstb when one off ebay is the same quality for half the cashage. btw, the stillen, IMHO, functions better than the other ones (i have owned both and would recommend the stillen one anyday) it's expensive though, and only worth the money if you're really **** about some parts in your car like me 
10-10-2002, 09:37 AM
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FSTB + RSB
Well, by itself FSTB does not add any significant gain...
But coupled with Rear Sway Bar, ya, they do awesome job controlling you in your seat and not making you flying all over inside the car.
Ebay FSTB is good, I have one myself.
And besides, it's only $25-30, what a mod to begin with!!!
And consider, all expensive cars, like Acura Legend, comes with FSTB and RSB stock...and even 10yr old 300ZX.
So you should really get these. It's a must.
But coupled with Rear Sway Bar, ya, they do awesome job controlling you in your seat and not making you flying all over inside the car.
Ebay FSTB is good, I have one myself.
And besides, it's only $25-30, what a mod to begin with!!!
And consider, all expensive cars, like Acura Legend, comes with FSTB and RSB stock...and even 10yr old 300ZX.
So you should really get these. It's a must.
10-10-2002, 10:21 AM
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Re: FSTB + RSB
Originally posted by RodolfoGraziani
Well, by itself FSTB does not add any significant gain...
But coupled with Rear Sway Bar, ya, they do awesome job controlling you in your seat and not making you flying all over inside the car.
Ebay FSTB is good, I have one myself.
And besides, it's only $25-30, what a mod to begin with!!!
And consider, all expensive cars, like Acura Legend, comes with FSTB and RSB stock...and even 10yr old 300ZX.
So you should really get these. It's a must.
Well, by itself FSTB does not add any significant gain...
But coupled with Rear Sway Bar, ya, they do awesome job controlling you in your seat and not making you flying all over inside the car.
Ebay FSTB is good, I have one myself.
And besides, it's only $25-30, what a mod to begin with!!!
And consider, all expensive cars, like Acura Legend, comes with FSTB and RSB stock...and even 10yr old 300ZX.
So you should really get these. It's a must.
10-11-2002, 07:38 AM
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Originally posted by BOZOnPJs
i've heard those ebay jobies are a shot in the dark.. sometimes they either bent, scratched, or stripped bolts.. that's what i've heard.
i've heard those ebay jobies are a shot in the dark.. sometimes they either bent, scratched, or stripped bolts.. that's what i've heard.
I got mine off ebay and I guess to avoid that problem that your talking about is to buy it from good rated seller, or from a reputable shop that auctioning stuff off.
10-11-2002, 10:43 AM
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Re: Re: FSTB Worth it?
Originally posted by Stephen Max
I think it's the best handling mod for the money. FSTBs are inexpensive and you will notice the improved cornering immediately.
I think it's the best handling mod for the money. FSTBs are inexpensive and you will notice the improved cornering immediately.
for the money (if you stay away from Stillen that is)
but the FSTB is cheap and it's worth it.
10-11-2002, 11:15 PM
#26
Originally posted by MChapel
...if somone put a FSTB on your car and you didn't notice, you must drive your car like it's a '68 Cadillac.
And to get the maximum handling benefits of a RSB, you need a FSTB.
...if somone put a FSTB on your car and you didn't notice, you must drive your car like it's a '68 Cadillac.
And to get the maximum handling benefits of a RSB, you need a FSTB.
and i probably drive a lot more aggressively than you do...
my dads grand prix with no mods and more weight, easily outhandles the maxima with the fstb.
since is cheap...i don't care...i do hear that it complements the rsb well...but since i don't have htat...it doesn't do diddly
10-11-2002, 11:55 PM
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To me, the FTSB makes steering crisper and quicker. By itself, it doesn't change handling like part of the suspension (RSB) does, but it gives a much quicker and more precise response when you turn the wheel, especially to dodge potholes or hit a corner hard.
10-12-2002, 12:21 AM
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Re: FSTB Worth it?
Originally posted by thrustinj
My friend has an accord and he said that it didn't make much of a difference in the turns...though it could have been because he was already lowered I think..
I was thinking about my next mod and was just doing a little research.
My friend has an accord and he said that it didn't make much of a difference in the turns...though it could have been because he was already lowered I think..
I was thinking about my next mod and was just doing a little research.
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