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Old 02-15-2003, 09:58 PM
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Suspension

Well next weekend i am going to be lowering my ride...
BUT!!!!!!!!!
I did a search...i am not sure what to do...aRear sway bar ...or a Rear strut bar

What is the best one to get to make it handle good...
and also does anyone have any links to any websight where i can buy one.
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Old 02-15-2003, 10:00 PM
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rear sway bar will make the most noticable difference. the rear strut bar is a mod that most people save until last or not even do at all.
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I agree....useability factor

Rear Sway Bar 9/10

Rear Strut Tower Bar 1/10


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RSB $120

RTSB $200+
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Thanks for the help guys...

one more thing...

any links as to were i can order one...
also..what do you recommand i should get...like does it matter which company it comes from stillen...etc...
you know what i mean
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Old 02-15-2003, 10:26 PM
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Originally posted by BLKMAX005SPD
Thanks for the help guys...

one more thing...

any links as to were i can order one...
also..what do you recommand i should get...like does it matter which company it comes from stillen...etc...
you know what i mean
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-a rstb can be purchased for about $52 (not Stillen). Do a search on rsb/rstb, you will find numerous posts with very informative discussions and links. Since you have your suspension lower, the rsb will probably not give you a "noticeable" improvement compare to stock suspension.
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-a rstb can be purchased for about $52 (not Stillen). Do a search on rsb/rstb, you will find numerous posts with very informative discussions and links. Since you have your suspension lower, the rsb will probably not give you a "noticeable" improvement compare to stock suspension.
Do a rear sway bar.... definitly...
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Old 02-16-2003, 07:54 AM
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Originally posted by VMaximus02


-a rstb can be purchased for about $52 (not Stillen). Do a search on rsb/rstb, you will find numerous posts with very informative discussions and links. Since you have your suspension lower, the rsb will probably not give you a "noticeable" improvement compare to stock suspension.
im not sure what you're thinking of. an RSB isnt the same as a RSTB.


an you can get an Addco RSB from www.catttmanperformance.com for about $130 or a Progress RSB from www.custommaxima.com for $110. the progress bar is new. i think it is the custommaxima brand RSB. i have Addco as do most people. no complaints.

and it will give you a noticable difference.
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thanks for all the help
i will get back toyou guys next week when it all goes on...
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What did you get to lower your suspension? Eibachs/H&R's? RSB is a definate mod.
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Originally posted by Virus
What did you get to lower your suspension? Eibachs/H&R's? RSB is a definate mod.
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well i just got maxspeed springs (for now)
and i have tokico blue struts...
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rear sway all the way

hey it rhymes!
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Originally posted by Newman


im not sure what you're thinking of. an RSB isnt the same as a RSTB.


an you can get an Addco RSB from www.catttmanperformance.com for about $130 or a Progress RSB from www.custommaxima.com for $110. the progress bar is new. i think it is the custommaxima brand RSB. i have Addco as do most people. no complaints.

and it will give you a noticable difference.
I know the difference between the two since I have both on my car. Since he's going to get the aftermarket springs/shocks. The stiffer springs will improve the rear suspension to handle better under cornering manuver. Therefore, the additional of rsb will not help much or give a "noticeable" improvement compare to stock suspension.
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Originally posted by VMaximus02


I know the difference between the two since I have both on my car. Since he's going to get the aftermarket springs/shocks. The stiffer springs will improve the rear suspension to handle better under cornering manuver. Therefore, the additional of rsb will not help much or give a "noticeable" improvement compare to stock suspension.
so what should I do
I want my car to handle good...
so should i get a sway bar...or a sturt bar.

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Rear sway bar first. 100% noticeable difference. Front strut bar is only a subtle difference.
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Originally posted by Virus
Rear sway bar first. 100% noticeable difference. Front strut bar is only a subtle difference.
even with my car being lowered...
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Originally posted by BLKMAX005SPD

even with my car being lowered...
I just posted about this so...

$110 shipped Progress rsb from Cattman. Makes all the difference, I don't even know it I want to upgrade my struts and springs now. Check it out
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Originally posted by BLKMAX005SPD


so what should I do
I want my car to handle good...
so should i get a sway bar...or a sturt bar.

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Go with the rear sway bar. If you have an extra $52, get the rear strut bar too. IMO or experience, the rear strut bar does tighten up the rear end of the car considerably, not as noticeable as the rsb. Some had argued that the rstb is a waste of money. I sure am don't think so. Your choice bro.
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Originally posted by VMaximus02


Go with the rear sway bar. If you have an extra $52, get the rear strut bar too. IMO or experience, the rear strut bar does tighten up the rear end of the car considerably, not as noticeable as the rsb. Some had argued that the rstb is a waste of money. I sure am don't think so. Your choice bro.
ight man...thanks for all the help guys
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