Does brand/quality of FSTB matter?
#1
Does brand/quality of FSTB matter?
They have some cheap FSTBs on ebay and I wanna kno if they will perform any less than the more expensive(eg:stillen) bars. In other words, is there anything I should know about strut bar quality?
ebay:
1) CNC FSTB- $40+s&h
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/00-03...spagenameZWDVW
2) Carbon Fiber FSTB- $11+s&h
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/00-03...spagenameZWDVW
3) Sabersport FSTB- $16+s&h
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/00-03...spagenameZWDVW
ebay:
1) CNC FSTB- $40+s&h
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/00-03...spagenameZWDVW
2) Carbon Fiber FSTB- $11+s&h
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/00-03...spagenameZWDVW
3) Sabersport FSTB- $16+s&h
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/00-03...spagenameZWDVW
#5
I got OTTO. Here's the reason: http://forums.maxima.org/showthread....highlight=FSTB (post #18)
#10
You need to tourqe them down to a certain number with a tourqe wrench. Dont remeber the number though. Try to install it on a flat surface. I have the Otto FTB, w/ no problems. It rubs against the black hood heatsheild a little though. I dont know if you keep the black rings.
#16
Try installing it with the front wheels off the ground (jacked up). A little theory I have since auto-cross: I last installed my FSTB when the car was up in the air (changed springs). Might have "spread" out the chassis and stiffened it up better. Just a theory. Probably BS.
#17
Originally Posted by GBAUER
Try installing it with the front wheels off the ground (jacked up). A little theory I have since auto-cross: I last installed my FSTB when the car was up in the air (changed springs). Might have "spread" out the chassis and stiffened it up better. Just a theory. Probably BS.
#19
Originally Posted by GBAUER
Try installing it with the front wheels off the ground (jacked up). A little theory I have since auto-cross: I last installed my FSTB when the car was up in the air (changed springs). Might have "spread" out the chassis and stiffened it up better. Just a theory. Probably BS.
#23
i got the ebay one and it works just as good as any FSTB. i bought JIC magic FSTB for my 240sx (probably top of the line) and they did the same crap the ebays ones did. but try to avoid the ebay ones if you can. get something a little better like the otto one.
#24
Originally Posted by scheibler
I think I'm going to get the third one. It's cheap and I guess better then nothing.
I own the third one. Works fine with stock wheels and tires.
Chassis feels a little tighter and a little less understeer on the highway ramps.
Occasionally, it may bang a little in reverse but besides that....no clearance problems.
thanks
#25
Originally Posted by vsamoylov
where did you guys pick your otto bar from?
#27
All the quality FSTBs are the same in terms of performance. Some of the ebay specials really are complete crap though. You could bend them over your knee so theres no reason to expect them to do anything in terms of making the chassis more ridgid.
I think there is deff a difference between FSTBs but I also think FSTB makes very little difference so its money better spent somewhere else.
I think there is deff a difference between FSTBs but I also think FSTB makes very little difference so its money better spent somewhere else.
#28
I'm getting a used Stillen from a fellow org member, I currently have a generic cheapo, I'll post up when I get the Stillen on with any different impressions, obviously looks but I'm wondering if there is more flex in the cheaper alloys. I was orginally going to get an Otto but a Stillen for a couple bucks more is peace of mind.
Procarparts on ebay sells the Otto from time to time
Procarparts on ebay sells the Otto from time to time
#30
Originally Posted by mjk
if your car is already dropped, is there noticable difference between having a front bar and not?
thanks
thanks
FSTB improves chassis ridgidity, it is not a suspension mod. Thus it shouldent matter if the car is dropped or not
#31
Originally Posted by sciff5
FSTB improves chassis ridgidity, it is not a suspension mod. Thus it shouldent matter if the car is dropped or not
thats what my belief was, but I saw someone post here that rsb works best on an unmodified suspension, etc..
thanks for reply
#33
Sorry to bring this back but better than yet another thread on the subject....
Can the 4TH GEN (99) OTTO STRUT BAR fit our 5th gens?
thanks in advance.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/NISSA...ayphotohosting
Can the 4TH GEN (99) OTTO STRUT BAR fit our 5th gens?
thanks in advance.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/NISSA...ayphotohosting
#35
Originally Posted by illlojik
Sorry to bring this back but better than yet another thread on the subject....
Can the 4TH GEN (99) OTTO STRUT BAR fit our 5th gens?
thanks in advance.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/NISSA...ayphotohosting
Can the 4TH GEN (99) OTTO STRUT BAR fit our 5th gens?
thanks in advance.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/NISSA...ayphotohosting
#36
Originally Posted by limsandy
Buy Cattman's Titanium FSTB. Last time I checked, it costs ~$200.
Originally Posted by steven88
i don't think they will...i think i read somewhere that it wont...but what do i know
Thanks anyways. Anyone else might know for sure??
#37
I like the OTTO bar best. I purchased the Stillen bar for my 01 purely for looks before function. Otto bar looks exactly like Stillen for alot less, too bad I didn't find the Otto last year.
#38
MJK mentioned RSB, i chose Stillen again, I thoght the mounting brackets for the trailing arms were well made compared to others. I installed rsb after f & rstb and noticed immediate improvement. Removed the rstb for comparison, and really didnt notice it was gone.
#39
Originally Posted by sciff5
All the quality FSTBs are the same in terms of performance. Some of the ebay specials really are complete crap though. You could bend them over your knee so theres no reason to expect them to do anything in terms of making the chassis more ridgid.
The thing is that the difference is not always noticeable unless you have really really stiff suspension (e.g. coilovers) and/or you are really picky about how your car rides and handles. If you're not on coilovers or you're not uber-sensitive, by all means, grab an eBay FSTB. Otherwise, at least get the Otto FSTB.
Originally Posted by mjk
thats what my belief was, but I saw someone post here that rsb works best on an unmodified suspension, etc..
A RSB affects how the suspension works and does nothing for chassis stiffness. It works great with stock suspension and most coilover kits, but can sometimes be problematic for some people with certain aftermarket spring-and-shock combos.
A FSTB is chassis stiffening and does not directly affect how the suspension works. It really just helps make sure that the chassis doesn't flex in corners and over bumps so that the suspension can do its job as it's supposed to. With a FSTB, the particulars of the suspension setup don't matter as much. The only thing that makes a big difference is the stiffness of the springs: the stiffer they are, the more of a difference the FSTB will make because the chassis will be subjected to greater forces.
#40
Originally Posted by MAXRB8
I'm getting a used Stillen from a fellow org member, I currently have a generic cheapo, I'll post up when I get the Stillen on with any different impressions, obviously looks but I'm wondering if there is more flex in the cheaper alloys. I was orginally going to get an Otto but a Stillen for a couple bucks more is peace of mind.
Procarparts on ebay sells the Otto from time to time
Procarparts on ebay sells the Otto from time to time