I tried ordering a FSB from Courtesy Nissan today and they said they aren't selling them right now because they've been have "issues" with them...anyone have any problem with their courtesy fsb or any other aftermarket fsb?

 

What year Maxima? 2k and 2k1 - no problems at all. 2k2 and 2k3 - some fitment issues but easily corrected.

 

The only thing I have come across is that the brace can squeeze the driver's side windshield wiper nozzle hose and cause obstruction. A very minor problem.

 

What are the issues with FSTB on '02/'03 Maximas?

 

I've had my FSTB for almost a year and I didn't have any problems at all...knock on wood

 

no problems here......gonna have to check look it over tonight though

 

Kind of a dumb question, but can you really even notice a difference with putting on a generic FSTB, like the one's on ebay or Cyrus is selling for $40? My car is a 00 SE Auto with the only aftermarket stuff being tint and Dunlop tires. Just wondering if my $40 is better spent on beer?

Thanks

 

I've got a Courtesy FSTB on my 02. From everything I've heard, it seems to be one of the bars w/the least fitment issues. Mine does not touch the intake manifold like some of the other generic bars. On the driver's side, it does rub the hoodliner a little bit, but barely...I haven't had any noises or anything from it after 2 months.

 

Ok, but how much diff do you notice in handling? Any noticeable diff or is it the equivalent of my K&N air filter where I paid $50 for it and noticed absolutely zero difference in performance?

 

I put it on at the same time as my Addco RSB, so honestly I don't know how much difference it makes by itself. I can tell you that the FSTB with the RSB made a HUGE difference though. I would get the RSTB too, but it would block the trunk passthrough slightly...not worth it for the minimal difference I heard it makes.

 

For fitment issues, specifically the 2k2 and 2k3, check this out.
http://forums.max-world.org/index.php?act=ST&f=21&t=116

Both the RSB and the FSTB are necessary mods IMO. If you install one by itself you will notice the difference. High speed handling and cornering will improve with the FSTB. The car will not be as "sloppy" (and dangerous). The RSB will flatten out the car, eliminating a lot of the body lean. Handling will also improved. It will not affect ride harshness or straight line feel.

If you had to chose between the FSTB or the RSB, I would go with the RSB first. The elimination of the body lean was very noticable and can be felt in almost any situation. The overall cornering and ride quality was much improved over stock. Handling and cornering improved with the FSTB but is only very noticable at high speeds, 80+ MPH.

 

I agree. The RSB is great for reducing body roll (lean). The FSTB makes the steering a little more crisp.

 

How much for a RSB? Easy to put in by yourself, or better to have a mechanic do it?

 

The only issue I've experienced with the Courtesy bar is that the bolts break when you try to open them. I'm referring to the bolts that connect the rod to the tower plate. This means its a bit of a pain to take the bar off and you have to buy new bolts each time (<$5).

 

the parts guy from courtesy wouldn't say exactly what was wrong...just issues which should be corrected soon and they'll be available again...it was for a 2k2 maxima

 

well, i ordered mine on my 02 back in august, and i have no problems. i would like to whats wrong if anything.