OTTO FSTB on Ebay?
09-20-2003, 02:54 PM
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OTTO FSTB on Ebay?
I was told that the OTTO FSTB's they sell on ebay is the way to go. However, I haven't seen them on there for a while now. The reason I want one of those is because they are about $50, shipped, as opposed to the Custommaxima FSTB which is $69 without shipping. So, any place to get the OTTO other than Ebay? Thanks.
09-20-2003, 03:04 PM
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Never mind, I found one (used different search methods). I am sure that it's the one I wanted in the first place, only thing that I am a little worried about is that it says "CNC Strut Bar", but then they show a OTTO strut and say that winner will get the strut bar pictured (which is the OTTO):
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...tem=2433465798
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...tem=2433465798
09-20-2003, 03:17 PM
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Originally Posted by LithiuMax
Never mind, I found one (used different search methods). I am sure that it's the one I wanted in the first place, only thing that I am a little worried about is that it says "CNC Strut Bar", but then they show a OTTO strut and say that winner will get the strut bar pictured (which is the OTTO):
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...tem=2433465798
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...tem=2433465798
09-20-2003, 03:23 PM
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We just started carrying these and I put one on my car. We have about 25 of these waiting to be shipped out. http://store.yahoo.com/southwestauto...imafrstto.html
09-20-2003, 05:21 PM
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Originally Posted by LithiuMax
Never mind, I found one (used different search methods). I am sure that it's the one I wanted in the first place, only thing that I am a little worried about is that it says "CNC Strut Bar", but then they show a OTTO strut and say that winner will get the strut bar pictured (which is the OTTO):
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...tem=2433465798
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...tem=2433465798
09-20-2003, 11:30 PM
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Originally Posted by Cdriven
Why is Stillen always more expensive...lol.
To OP, I purchased the bar from the same seller on Ebay procarparts.com, I bought a new one but they sent me a used (probably returned item) FSTB. It had a couple of hard metal chips and it was very obvious that it had been used before. The bar itself was very shabbily packed, missing instructions, warranty papers etc... I just installed it anyway because I don't have the patience to deal with all the BS I have to go through if I had to exchange it. Overall, its a very nice bar, it does the job well, go for it. I don't think you'll find it cheaper anywhere else... unless you don't mind a different brand. AFAIK, even a $10 strut bar will do the job...
09-21-2003, 12:26 AM
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Originally Posted by Maxxxed
...because it says stillen on it, kinda like Sony, Bose...
To OP, I purchased the bar from the same seller on Ebay procarparts.com, I bought a new one but they sent me a used (probably returned item) FSTB. It had a couple of hard metal chips and it was very obvious that it had been used before. The bar itself was very shabbily packed, missing instructions, warranty papers etc... I just installed it anyway because I don't have the patience to deal with all the BS I have to go through if I had to exchange it. Overall, its a very nice bar, it does the job well, go for it. I don't think you'll find it cheaper anywhere else... unless you don't mind a different brand. AFAIK, even a $10 strut bar will do the job...
To OP, I purchased the bar from the same seller on Ebay procarparts.com, I bought a new one but they sent me a used (probably returned item) FSTB. It had a couple of hard metal chips and it was very obvious that it had been used before. The bar itself was very shabbily packed, missing instructions, warranty papers etc... I just installed it anyway because I don't have the patience to deal with all the BS I have to go through if I had to exchange it. Overall, its a very nice bar, it does the job well, go for it. I don't think you'll find it cheaper anywhere else... unless you don't mind a different brand. AFAIK, even a $10 strut bar will do the job...
Since it has been only a week since I got mine, I'll clall them on Mon. and see what they have to say.
09-21-2003, 09:31 AM
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Originally Posted by Y2KSESteve
We just started carrying these and I put one on my car. We have about 25 of these waiting to be shipped out. http://store.yahoo.com/southwestauto...imafrstto.html
09-21-2003, 09:53 AM
#14
Originally Posted by Maxxxed
...because it says stillen on it, kinda like Sony, Bose...
To OP, I purchased the bar from the same seller on Ebay procarparts.com, I bought a new one but they sent me a used (probably returned item) FSTB. It had a couple of hard metal chips and it was very obvious that it had been used before. The bar itself was very shabbily packed, missing instructions, warranty papers etc... I just installed it anyway because I don't have the patience to deal with all the BS I have to go through if I had to exchange it. Overall, its a very nice bar, it does the job well, go for it. I don't think you'll find it cheaper anywhere else... unless you don't mind a different brand. AFAIK, even a $10 strut bar will do the job...
To OP, I purchased the bar from the same seller on Ebay procarparts.com, I bought a new one but they sent me a used (probably returned item) FSTB. It had a couple of hard metal chips and it was very obvious that it had been used before. The bar itself was very shabbily packed, missing instructions, warranty papers etc... I just installed it anyway because I don't have the patience to deal with all the BS I have to go through if I had to exchange it. Overall, its a very nice bar, it does the job well, go for it. I don't think you'll find it cheaper anywhere else... unless you don't mind a different brand. AFAIK, even a $10 strut bar will do the job...
09-21-2003, 05:08 PM
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Originally Posted by ukeyman
but I've heard nothing but good things.
There is a reason for that.
I've delt with both Alex and Steve.. in person, and they are both standup individuals who know their $hit.
I've purchased through them many times ... even though I could save a buck or two elseware. But when it comes down to it is saving a couple bucks worth risking the headaches of dealing with the unknown. Trust and peace of mind has made SWA my dealer of choice.
p.s. top notch friendly customer service. they will do what it takes to please each customer.
09-21-2003, 05:54 PM
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I got my bar on eBay for $12. They shipped it quickly and it was obviously brand new. Nice shiny polished aluminum, solid but not heavy. It mounted up the exact same way as the "otto" pictured in the auction above, so I guess my question would be are these other bars really worth 3 or 4 times the price ??
09-21-2003, 06:01 PM
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do you drink Coke or private label soda ?
do you use trojan or a plastic bag?
do you think the re92 is a "good" tire?
would the 12 bucks be worth it if it did fail while diving hard into a corner ?
this is the way I think about most things.
I prefer to do my research and get less good $hit
and not alot of cheap $hit
I gained this philosophy after throwing all the cheap $hit away
do you use trojan or a plastic bag?
do you think the re92 is a "good" tire?
would the 12 bucks be worth it if it did fail while diving hard into a corner ?
this is the way I think about most things.
I prefer to do my research and get less good $hit
and not alot of cheap $hit
I gained this philosophy after throwing all the cheap $hit away
09-21-2003, 06:14 PM
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Originally Posted by davidme
do you drink Coke or private label soda ?
do you use trojan or a plastic bag?
do you think the re92 is a "good" tire?
would the 12 bucks be worth it if it did fail while diving hard into a corner ?
this is the way I think about most things.
I prefer to do my research and get less good $hit
and not alot of cheap $hit
I gained this philosophy after throwing all the cheap $hit away
do you use trojan or a plastic bag?
do you think the re92 is a "good" tire?
would the 12 bucks be worth it if it did fail while diving hard into a corner ?
this is the way I think about most things.
I prefer to do my research and get less good $hit
and not alot of cheap $hit
I gained this philosophy after throwing all the cheap $hit away
2. Trojan (sometimes that is...this explains my 6-week-old son)
3. Hell no - see my thread a few down about my new wheels & tires
4. As I said in my earlier post, it's a solid bar. Seems to be great quality. I've driven plenty hard with it and no problems. Is there any chance it was just a better deal? Is that totally out of the question for you? Are you 100% sure it is crap? And how do you mean "fail"? I don't think it would affect the car much if at all, since it didn't even HAVE one stock!
09-21-2003, 06:44 PM
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using "high" quality materials I would image that a cheap bar would sell for 30 bucks.
if your bar were to somehow snap under a heavy load you would do damage as well as slide the F$$K out and crash. I know, I worry my self too.
I'm not willing to take the chance with safety when it come to my vehicle.
if your bar were to somehow snap under a heavy load you would do damage as well as slide the F$$K out and crash. I know, I worry my self too.
I'm not willing to take the chance with safety when it come to my vehicle.
09-22-2003, 12:39 AM
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Originally Posted by davidme
There is a reason for that.
I've delt with both Alex and Steve.. in person, and they are both standup individuals who know their $hit.
I've purchased through them many times ... even though I could save a buck or two elseware. But when it comes down to it is saving a couple bucks worth risking the headaches of dealing with the unknown. Trust and peace of mind has made SWA my dealer of choice.
p.s. top notch friendly customer service. they will do what it takes to please each customer.
I've delt with both Alex and Steve.. in person, and they are both standup individuals who know their $hit.
I've purchased through them many times ... even though I could save a buck or two elseware. But when it comes down to it is saving a couple bucks worth risking the headaches of dealing with the unknown. Trust and peace of mind has made SWA my dealer of choice.
p.s. top notch friendly customer service. they will do what it takes to please each customer.
09-22-2003, 10:46 AM
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http://forums.maxima.org/showthread.php?t=250169 GD for $50 shipped.
GD for $50 shipped.
09-23-2003, 12:03 AM
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Originally Posted by davidme
using "high" quality materials I would image that a cheap bar would sell for 30 bucks.
if your bar were to somehow snap under a heavy load you would do damage as well as slide the F$$K out and crash. I know, I worry my self too.
I'm not willing to take the chance with safety when it come to my vehicle.
if your bar were to somehow snap under a heavy load you would do damage as well as slide the F$$K out and crash. I know, I worry my self too.
I'm not willing to take the chance with safety when it come to my vehicle.
Well, I'm sure the seller of mine was HOPING it would get bid up higher
...I just think I lucked into a great deal
As for the kind of hard driving that might break even the cheapest bar - it's just not gonna happen in my Max. Maybe in a couple of my other cars though...
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