anti sway bar
02-28-2003, 11:01 PM
#2
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Re: anti sway bar
Originally posted by joew
does it really work?
can you feel the change? thanks.
does it really work?
can you feel the change? thanks.
Yes.
I believe the term most people use is Rear Sway Bar (if talking about the back), or RSB for short. IMHO, the front sway bar is good the way it is, other than polyurethane bushings could be added to take out some of the "play". Adding a rear sway bar greatly deminishes body sway, giving a much "tighter" feeling to the car. Also increases oversteer, which is great on these cars that suffer from understeer. It really balances the car handling.
You can find more info and people's reviews by searching for Rear Sway Bar or RSB. This is definitely a worthwhile mod. Too bad Nissan didn't put one there stock, but I guess their marketing people didn't think the Maxima would be modded by younger people, so it's designed mainly for "refined" middle-aged customers (a lot of whom probably could care less about handling).
After having one for about 10 days, I really recommend one. On my '97 SE's stock springs/struts, it makes a world of difference. More bang for the buck when compared to a FSTB (very good mod) and a RSTB (does it really help? Hard to tell). And I've had both on this Maxima for over a year before adding the RSB.
Dave
02-28-2003, 11:05 PM
#3
Yes it helps out TREMENDOUSLY. I took mine off for a while in order to figure out some clunking noise from my suspension. When hanging turns or just making slow esses, the rear would sway side to side. I didn't tell my brother, but when riding in my car, he instantly knew that I had taken off the RSB. When I put the RSB back on, it was a hundred times more planted. You will feel it. You will like it. =)
03-01-2003, 12:40 AM
#5
Originally posted by happyricefob
yes.
no. cuz i haven't bought it yet, but i know jus like everyone else said it aids suspension big time. too bad it's kinda expensive and i'm low on budget =( buy one for me!
yes.
no. cuz i haven't bought it yet, but i know jus like everyone else said it aids suspension big time. too bad it's kinda expensive and i'm low on budget =( buy one for me!
Addco's are inexpensive. But then, it's still over $100.
Tifosi
03-01-2003, 09:00 AM
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I added the progress RSB and noticed a difference OMG how did i drive my car with out it i will never know!!!
spent $130 including shipping for it took about 1 hour to put it on my car, then 1/2 and hour to put the same thing on my friends car becuase i knew what to do hehehe.
spent $130 including shipping for it took about 1 hour to put it on my car, then 1/2 and hour to put the same thing on my friends car becuase i knew what to do hehehe.
03-01-2003, 04:37 PM
#10
Re: Re: anti sway bar
Actually, there is a stock RSB on the Maxima. It is located inside the multi-link beam. On the Maxima, and on most cars really, when they come with a stock RSB, it's tuned softly, so they purposely want understeer, b/c in a panic when you brake, the braking correctly recovers from understeer. But braking from oversteer, lookout!
DW
DW
Originally posted by Dave Holmes
. . . . Too bad Nissan didn't put one there stock . . . .
Dave
. . . . Too bad Nissan didn't put one there stock . . . .
Dave
03-01-2003, 05:21 PM
#12
Originally posted by tunaman
where could one get a cheap RSB(working with a tight budget).?? i've heard addco but is there like a website or phone #.??
where could one get a cheap RSB(working with a tight budget).?? i've heard addco but is there like a website or phone #.??
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03-01-2003, 10:12 PM
#16
I put an FSTB and RSB on my 98SE, same exact suspension setup as your 97SE. I put them both on at about 36K miles and was very happy with my suspension until about 110K miles, at which point the struts started to wear out. You won't regret either. Get both. They really transform the car to a sure footed sports sedan. The RSB will make you take hi speed corners with new confidence and the FSTB will tighten up the front end and make your steering inputs alot more accurate, especially under high g cornering situations.
Damn, I must sound like an ad from a car mag
But it's all true.
PS, there is a Rear Strut Tower Bar, or RSTB. I would advise that your get the FSTB and RSB 1st and foremost, and then if you want even more rear end control (I doubt it), get the RSTB.
DW
Damn, I must sound like an ad from a car mag
But it's all true.PS, there is a Rear Strut Tower Bar, or RSTB. I would advise that your get the FSTB and RSB 1st and foremost, and then if you want even more rear end control (I doubt it), get the RSTB.
DW
Originally posted by joew
what about Strut Tower Bar. is this a chessy anti sway bar and does it work?
what about Strut Tower Bar. is this a chessy anti sway bar and does it work?
03-02-2003, 01:05 AM
#17
Originally posted by dwapenyi
I put an FSTB and RSB on my 98SE, same exact suspension setup as your 97SE. I put them both on at about 36K miles and was very happy with my suspension until about 110K miles, at which point the struts started to wear out. You won't regret either. Get both. They really transform the car to a sure footed sports sedan. The RSB will make you take hi speed corners with new confidence and the FSTB will tighten up the front end and make your steering inputs alot more accurate, especially under high g cornering situations.
Damn, I must sound like an ad from a car mag But it's all true.
PS, there is a Rear Strut Tower Bar, or RSTB. I would advise that your get the FSTB and RSB 1st and foremost, and then if you want even more rear end control (I doubt it), get the RSTB.
DW
I put an FSTB and RSB on my 98SE, same exact suspension setup as your 97SE. I put them both on at about 36K miles and was very happy with my suspension until about 110K miles, at which point the struts started to wear out. You won't regret either. Get both. They really transform the car to a sure footed sports sedan. The RSB will make you take hi speed corners with new confidence and the FSTB will tighten up the front end and make your steering inputs alot more accurate, especially under high g cornering situations.
Damn, I must sound like an ad from a car mag
But it's all true.PS, there is a Rear Strut Tower Bar, or RSTB. I would advise that your get the FSTB and RSB 1st and foremost, and then if you want even more rear end control (I doubt it), get the RSTB.
DW
I got the progress rear sway bar and stillen fstb and rstb. She is all nice and tight now.
03-02-2003, 01:12 AM
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Originally posted by tzmanles
talk to Alex (Max8MyCash on the org)at Southwestautoworks for the addco, it was great to deal with him...here is the info from his sig:
GIVE US A CALL TODAY TO ORDER ITEMS!
602-795-1800
WE ACCEPT V/MC/AMEX BY PHONE OR PAYPAL TO sales@southwestautoworks.com
www.southwestautoworks.com
alex@southwestautoworks.com
Home of Arizona's air suspension setups!
OUR NEW SHOWROOM/MAIL ORDER CENTER:
13416 N. 32nd St. Suite 112
Phoenix, AZ 85032
602-795-1800
http://www.southwestautoworks.com/SWAMAIN.bmp
talk to Alex (Max8MyCash on the org)at Southwestautoworks for the addco, it was great to deal with him...here is the info from his sig:
GIVE US A CALL TODAY TO ORDER ITEMS!
602-795-1800
WE ACCEPT V/MC/AMEX BY PHONE OR PAYPAL TO sales@southwestautoworks.com
www.southwestautoworks.com
alex@southwestautoworks.com
Home of Arizona's air suspension setups!
OUR NEW SHOWROOM/MAIL ORDER CENTER:
13416 N. 32nd St. Suite 112
Phoenix, AZ 85032
602-795-1800
http://www.southwestautoworks.com/SWAMAIN.bmp
03-02-2003, 08:05 AM
#21
Originally posted by maxspeed96CT
Is there any goup buys for this ??
Were is the cheapest place to get it??
Is there any goup buys for this ??
Were is the cheapest place to get it??
I bought my Progress RSB from custommaxima.com for $110 dollars, shipping included in the price. Great mod, I've had it for a few days in my car and the rear feels much tighter now. Get one you will not be dissapointed.
03-02-2003, 12:46 PM
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why the front Strut Tower Bar and not the fron anti sway bar? thanks.
Originally posted by dwapenyi
I put an FSTB and RSB on my 98SE, same exact suspension setup as your 97SE. I put them both on at about 36K miles and was very happy with my suspension until about 110K miles, at which point the struts started to wear out. You won't regret either. Get both. They really transform the car to a sure footed sports sedan. The RSB will make you take hi speed corners with new confidence and the FSTB will tighten up the front end and make your steering inputs alot more accurate, especially under high g cornering situations.
Damn, I must sound like an ad from a car mag But it's all true.
PS, there is a Rear Strut Tower Bar, or RSTB. I would advise that your get the FSTB and RSB 1st and foremost, and then if you want even more rear end control (I doubt it), get the RSTB.
DW
I put an FSTB and RSB on my 98SE, same exact suspension setup as your 97SE. I put them both on at about 36K miles and was very happy with my suspension until about 110K miles, at which point the struts started to wear out. You won't regret either. Get both. They really transform the car to a sure footed sports sedan. The RSB will make you take hi speed corners with new confidence and the FSTB will tighten up the front end and make your steering inputs alot more accurate, especially under high g cornering situations.
Damn, I must sound like an ad from a car mag
But it's all true.PS, there is a Rear Strut Tower Bar, or RSTB. I would advise that your get the FSTB and RSB 1st and foremost, and then if you want even more rear end control (I doubt it), get the RSTB.
DW
03-02-2003, 05:33 PM
#26
The Maxima has both a front and rear sway bar stock. The front sway bar is easy to recognize, once you seen one, you'll know how to recognize it inside all those front suspension components. The rear sway bar that is stock is very very hard to recognize. In fact, I've seen it and didn't realize what it was on several ocasions. It's the big thick beam INSIDE the multi-link beam. Nissan tuned the stock FSB to be stronger than the stock RSB, therefore the car tends to understeer. By adding an aftermaket RSB, you balance it out.
DW
DW
Originally posted by joew
it is under the engine and what about the rear?
it is under the engine and what about the rear?
03-02-2003, 06:30 PM
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got it. thanks i appreciated.
Originally posted by dwapenyi
The Maxima has both a front and rear sway bar stock. The front sway bar is easy to recognize, once you seen one, you'll know how to recognize it inside all those front suspension components. The rear sway bar that is stock is very very hard to recognize. In fact, I've seen it and didn't realize what it was on several ocasions. It's the big thick beam INSIDE the multi-link beam. Nissan tuned the stock FSB to be stronger than the stock RSB, therefore the car tends to understeer. By adding an aftermaket RSB, you balance it out.
DW
The Maxima has both a front and rear sway bar stock. The front sway bar is easy to recognize, once you seen one, you'll know how to recognize it inside all those front suspension components. The rear sway bar that is stock is very very hard to recognize. In fact, I've seen it and didn't realize what it was on several ocasions. It's the big thick beam INSIDE the multi-link beam. Nissan tuned the stock FSB to be stronger than the stock RSB, therefore the car tends to understeer. By adding an aftermaket RSB, you balance it out.
DW
03-03-2003, 03:02 AM
#29
The ride does get stiffer, mostly b/c of the RSB, but not dramatically so. Still very livable.
DW
DW
Originally posted by joew
dwapenyi,
after the installation, does the ride feels stiff and not very comfortable?
dwapenyi,
after the installation, does the ride feels stiff and not very comfortable?
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