rear sway bar
10-20-2006, 09:33 AM
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10-20-2006, 01:26 PM
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Originally Posted by rmd0311
Thanks for the heads up... I have been meaning to buy this for like a week. Just called Cattman and its on special for 109... GREAT price and I just bought mine.
10-20-2006, 01:38 PM
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Originally Posted by Succinct
They also offer a package deal of the RSB plus their titanium FSTB, for something like $299. Is that worth it? Does the FSTB REALLY need to be titanium?
10-20-2006, 04:33 PM
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Originally Posted by DrKlop
It's indeed the best FSTB, but, IMO, strut bars just don't make enough difference in performance to justify spending that much money.
10-20-2006, 05:02 PM
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Originally Posted by Succinct
Thanks. So in your opinion, what brand/make of FSTB comes in second to the Cattman? In other words, if Cattman's titanium FSTB is overkill, and the $14.95 eBay ones break too easily, which FSTB is "The One" to buy?
The ebay one is the best bang for the buck, i have owned a few of these on all my cars.
I dont think anyone on the forum has had one break on them.
A strut bar doesnt do much like posed above , so the ebay one does the job well.
And thats a good deal for the sway bar, i think im gona have to find some cash and get one.
10-20-2006, 05:35 PM
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Originally Posted by Succinct
Thanks. So in your opinion, what brand/make of FSTB comes in second to the Cattman? In other words, if Cattman's titanium FSTB is overkill, and the $14.95 eBay ones break too easily, which FSTB is "The One" to buy?
You can also try to look for used Stillen bar. (identical to OTTO)) Unlike Cattman you can actually find one used because many people buy Stillen FSTBs for looks and then sell them for a lower price.
Custom Enterprise bar is also pretty good, not as good as two previously mentioned bars, but much better than those generic bars from ebay.
BTW, here's a my thread I have posted a while ago about FSTBs. You can find some useful info there as well. http://forums.maxima.org/showthread.php?t=429840
10-20-2006, 05:38 PM
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Originally Posted by maxspeed96CT
The ebay one is the best bang for the buck, i have owned a few of these on all my cars.
I dont think anyone on the forum has had one break on them.
A strut bar doesnt do much like posed above , so the ebay one does the job well.
And thats a good deal for the sway bar, i think im gona have to find some cash and get one.
I dont think anyone on the forum has had one break on them.
A strut bar doesnt do much like posed above , so the ebay one does the job well.
And thats a good deal for the sway bar, i think im gona have to find some cash and get one.
10-20-2006, 06:04 PM
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IMO, I would not trust anything that one company has for $200 (cattman), another for $150 (Stillen). Paying 14.95 from ebay seems like too cheap to be any good.
There is a thread somewhere around here, where someone's ebay bar broke.
There is a thread somewhere around here, where someone's ebay bar broke.
10-20-2006, 10:54 PM
#13
Originally Posted by rmd0311
IMO, I would not trust anything that one company has for $200 (cattman), another for $150 (Stillen). Paying 14.95 from ebay seems like too cheap to be any good.
There is a thread somewhere around here, where someone's ebay bar broke.
There is a thread somewhere around here, where someone's ebay bar broke.
Though pricey Cattman and Stillen make good products. Brian Catts is one of a few people who stays in touch with his customers and he will back his products. Give them a chance.
BTW - I apologize for recommending the Otto fstb. I thought ebay was the Stillen knock off.
I'd recommend you get the custom enterprise fstb, polished for $69. It should match your sterling mist. Unless you want the blue or red one for $49. Should be right in your price range.
Here's a pic of my cattman dual ti fstb.
Crap I just realized I'm 
Sorry guys.
10-21-2006, 07:25 AM
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imo front lower tie bar and rear sway bar will do the most for your car. front and rear strut bar are more or less for looks. im sure they help a little but not as much as everyone things. but im sure if you did all four that would make an outstanding improvemnt
10-21-2006, 09:46 AM
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Originally Posted by 808MAX-SPEC
BTW - I apologize for recommending the Otto fstb. I thought ebay was the Stillen knock off.
10-21-2006, 10:31 AM
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I found Custom Enterprise's web site. I think I'll order their polished FSTB for $69 (or their blue one for only $49). I notice they have a discount code box. Anyone know whether maxima.org has a discount code for them and if so what it is? 
Thanks!
Thanks!
10-21-2006, 10:41 AM
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Originally Posted by Succinct
I found Custom Enterprise's web site. I think I'll order their polished FSTB for $69 (or their blue one for only $49). I notice they have a discount code box. Anyone know whether maxima.org has a discount code for them and if so what it is? Thanks!
Thanks!BTW, calling them will also insure that they actually have the product in stock, and will most likely speed up the process.
10-21-2006, 10:46 AM
#20
Originally Posted by rmd0311
IMO, I would not trust anything that one company has for $200 (cattman), another for $150 (Stillen). Paying 14.95 from ebay seems like too cheap to be any good.
There is a thread somewhere around here, where someone's ebay bar broke.
There is a thread somewhere around here, where someone's ebay bar broke.
that was steven88
10-26-2006, 09:07 PM
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Ordered my Progress RSB from Brian at Cattman monday afternoon and received it via DHL on Wednesday (Cattman is in Arizona and I am in Virginia, so obviously DHL over-performed). Will be installing it this weekend. I have a FSTB on order from Custom Enterprise.
I'm also taking my '03 6-speed in tomorrow for the hesitation TSB (reprogram of ECM). The dealer tried to tell me I would also need a new MAF but I declined. They said it'd be $90 without the new MAF. Hopefully it will all go smoothly tomorrow.
I'm also taking my '03 6-speed in tomorrow for the hesitation TSB (reprogram of ECM). The dealer tried to tell me I would also need a new MAF but I declined. They said it'd be $90 without the new MAF. Hopefully it will all go smoothly tomorrow.
10-27-2006, 12:37 AM
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In terms of handling feel.. the RSB is BY FAR the best mod I've done so far.. I still wonder why they didnt put it on the car stock it gave me so much more confidence around the corners even with stock springs it was great.
Everything else I did is good too but none of it was nearly as cheap as the RSB
Everything else I did is good too but none of it was nearly as cheap as the RSB
10-27-2006, 05:03 AM
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Originally Posted by opanick
how well is the courtest nissan fstb over a stillen or otto?
BTW, Cattman's price on the Progress RSB is currently $109 - an excellent price on a quality piece.
10-27-2006, 07:15 AM
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yea i just got my rsb from cattman, let me tell you that was some fast shipping, but i love the rsb, instant feel in how the car handles, now I want to get an FSTB and my friend has a courtesy nissan bar for sale, but im trying to see if its worth it before i go spend the $50 he wants for it
10-27-2006, 07:59 AM
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I have the red CE FSTB, and I love it. Didn't care for the color originally then I went with a slight red engine theme. Anyways, back on topic, RSB from what I've heard is the ultimate suspension mod for our cars. I'm waiting to get mine.
10-27-2006, 08:19 AM
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yeah just to chime in> 
i love my progress RSB and like sciff5 said,.. they should have put them stock on the SE's or something
>> $109 **** thats cheap, i thought i got a killer deal on mine when i paid 129, if you dont have one of these their a must
i love my progress RSB and like sciff5 said,.. they should have put them stock on the SE's or something>> $109 **** thats cheap, i thought i got a killer deal on mine when i paid 129, if you dont have one of these their a must
10-27-2006, 10:03 AM
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Crap.. Wish I would have read this earlier.
The RSB gets in today. Will install tomorrow.
But the CE FSTB I could have ordered and gotten by today as well. They are a mere 35 minutes from me.
Wonder if I can pick up?
Update::: They don't have a store front and only ship UPS. So, I will have to do the RSB tomorrow and this on Monday when it comes in... Ordered the Blue, they are out of the Silver ones.
The RSB gets in today. Will install tomorrow.
But the CE FSTB I could have ordered and gotten by today as well. They are a mere 35 minutes from me.
Wonder if I can pick up?
Update::: They don't have a store front and only ship UPS. So, I will have to do the RSB tomorrow and this on Monday when it comes in... Ordered the Blue, they are out of the Silver ones.
10-28-2006, 07:27 PM
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Just installed my Progress RSB from Cattman tonight and I must admit it improved the handling. The car's handling still feels a bit sloppy, especially over bumps in turns, but this RSB helps with overall balance, making it feel like the rear tires are doing more work. It isn't tossable or anything but is worth the cost of the bar ($109 + shipping from Cattman).
I can't wait to get the FSTB and install that (Custom Enterprise). That should tighten up the front just a bit. What I think the front end really needs is some H&R springs. Maybe next Spring....
I can't wait to get the FSTB and install that (Custom Enterprise). That should tighten up the front just a bit. What I think the front end really needs is some H&R springs. Maybe next Spring....
10-28-2006, 07:28 PM
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Originally Posted by opanick
is a COURTESY NISSAN fstb worth it if my friend is selling it for $50?????
10-28-2006, 07:54 PM
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Originally Posted by Succinct
Sorry, I don't know anything about that product, but for $50 why not order a brand new, quality FSTB on sale at Custom Enterprise?
10-28-2006, 09:10 PM
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Illumina Strut Length?
Does anybody know if Tokico Illuminas are shorter than OEM? The Tokico HP shocks are the same as OEM and don't work well with shorter springs, even with the bump stops trimmed way back (frequent bottoming). I have these shocks and Eibach springs, a crappy setup, and I'd like to go to Illuminas if I can confirm the length is shorter than OEM. Stillen has been less than helpful on this.
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