Another RSB/FSTB victim
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After reading all the posts on which mods to get, I finally broke down and bought the most recommended two items, Stillen FSTB and RSB. It took me about 2.5 hrs to do both. During the RSB install, there was an extra bracket sticking out on the trailing arm, which holds the ABS line. I had to break the plastic clip on the line, move the line aside and pound the brackets (with a hammer) flat so the RSB brackets could fit around the trailing arm. Dunno if you guys had same issue on ’01 SE. After that it was easy. I took it out for a short spin. Driving slowly you don’t feel anything but on the on/off ramps, at first you start to lean a little but then, that’s it, no more lean, sticks like glue, flat as a pancake. I’m impressed. I noticed the wheel having to grip more/work harder faster as the force is not absorbed by springs/struts as much. It also seems I need to turn the wheel less to make a turn, especially sharp turns (more responsive? Less lean?). Thanks guys and yee ha…..
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Originally posted by To-the-Max-ima
After reading all the posts on which mods to get, I finally broke down and bought the most recommended two items, Stillen FSTB and RSB. It took me about 2.5 hrs to do both. During the RSB install, there was an extra bracket sticking out on the trailing arm, which holds the ABS line. I had to break the plastic clip on the line, move the line aside and pound the brackets (with a hammer) flat so the RSB brackets could fit around the trailing arm. Dunno if you guys had same issue on ’01 SE. After that it was easy. I took it out for a short spin. Driving slowly you don’t feel anything but on the on/off ramps, at first you start to lean a little but then, that’s it, no more lean, sticks like glue, flat as a pancake. I’m impressed. I noticed the wheel having to grip more/work harder faster as the force is not absorbed by springs/struts as much. It also seems I need to turn the wheel less to make a turn, especially sharp turns (more responsive? Less lean?). Thanks guys and yee ha…..
After reading all the posts on which mods to get, I finally broke down and bought the most recommended two items, Stillen FSTB and RSB. It took me about 2.5 hrs to do both. During the RSB install, there was an extra bracket sticking out on the trailing arm, which holds the ABS line. I had to break the plastic clip on the line, move the line aside and pound the brackets (with a hammer) flat so the RSB brackets could fit around the trailing arm. Dunno if you guys had same issue on ’01 SE. After that it was easy. I took it out for a short spin. Driving slowly you don’t feel anything but on the on/off ramps, at first you start to lean a little but then, that’s it, no more lean, sticks like glue, flat as a pancake. I’m impressed. I noticed the wheel having to grip more/work harder faster as the force is not absorbed by springs/struts as much. It also seems I need to turn the wheel less to make a turn, especially sharp turns (more responsive? Less lean?). Thanks guys and yee ha…..
FSTB is next.
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I followed the instructions to detail and did not have to mess with that ABS bracket at all. I just pushed out the parking brake line with the spacer it came with. To what it sounds like you didn't read the instructions good.
Originally posted by To-the-Max-ima
After reading all the posts on which mods to get, I finally broke down and bought the most recommended two items, Stillen FSTB and RSB. It took me about 2.5 hrs to do both. During the RSB install, there was an extra bracket sticking out on the trailing arm, which holds the ABS line. I had to break the plastic clip on the line, move the line aside and pound the brackets (with a hammer) flat so the RSB brackets could fit around the trailing arm. Dunno if you guys had same issue on ’01 SE. After that it was easy. I took it out for a short spin. Driving slowly you don’t feel anything but on the on/off ramps, at first you start to lean a little but then, that’s it, no more lean, sticks like glue, flat as a pancake. I’m impressed. I noticed the wheel having to grip more/work harder faster as the force is not absorbed by springs/struts as much. It also seems I need to turn the wheel less to make a turn, especially sharp turns (more responsive? Less lean?). Thanks guys and yee ha…..
After reading all the posts on which mods to get, I finally broke down and bought the most recommended two items, Stillen FSTB and RSB. It took me about 2.5 hrs to do both. During the RSB install, there was an extra bracket sticking out on the trailing arm, which holds the ABS line. I had to break the plastic clip on the line, move the line aside and pound the brackets (with a hammer) flat so the RSB brackets could fit around the trailing arm. Dunno if you guys had same issue on ’01 SE. After that it was easy. I took it out for a short spin. Driving slowly you don’t feel anything but on the on/off ramps, at first you start to lean a little but then, that’s it, no more lean, sticks like glue, flat as a pancake. I’m impressed. I noticed the wheel having to grip more/work harder faster as the force is not absorbed by springs/struts as much. It also seems I need to turn the wheel less to make a turn, especially sharp turns (more responsive? Less lean?). Thanks guys and yee ha…..
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Originally posted by Y2KevSE
Another one down, many more to go. Who's next?
Congrats!
Another one down, many more to go. Who's next?
Congrats!
Anyway, i'm getting a k&n but that doesn't count as a mod so i'm still stock...
Originally posted by Ironlord
Oh, stop already! Haven't you people infected enough innocent bystanders? Stop the insanity!
Anyway, i'm getting a k&n but that doesn't count as a mod so i'm still stock...
Oh, stop already! Haven't you people infected enough innocent bystanders? Stop the insanity!
Anyway, i'm getting a k&n but that doesn't count as a mod so i'm still stock...
Denial is a sign of addiction.
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Originally posted by Y2KevSE
Anything not stock is aftermarket..... and aftermarket = mod.
Denial is a sign of addiction.
Anything not stock is aftermarket..... and aftermarket = mod.
Denial is a sign of addiction.
Mods come later...
Maybe...
Originally posted by Ironlord
No, i'm just buying an exact same size panel filter for my severely dirty stock panel filter. Its not a mod, its a replacement part...
Mods come later...
Maybe...
No, i'm just buying an exact same size panel filter for my severely dirty stock panel filter. Its not a mod, its a replacement part...
Mods come later...
Maybe...
Originally posted by Menacer
Where did you guys get your stillen rsb from? Stillen, Avalon Racing? How much were they? I want one.
Where did you guys get your stillen rsb from? Stillen, Avalon Racing? How much were they? I want one.
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Originally posted by To-the-Max-ima
After reading all the posts on which mods to get, I finally broke down and bought the most recommended two items, Stillen FSTB and RSB. It took me about 2.5 hrs to do both. During the RSB install, there was an extra bracket sticking out on the trailing arm, which holds the ABS line. I had to break the plastic clip on the line, move the line aside and pound the brackets (with a hammer) flat so the RSB brackets could fit around the trailing arm. Dunno if you guys had same issue on ’01 SE. After that it was easy. I took it out for a short spin. Driving slowly you don’t feel anything but on the on/off ramps, at first you start to lean a little but then, that’s it, no more lean, sticks like glue, flat as a pancake. I’m impressed. I noticed the wheel having to grip more/work harder faster as the force is not absorbed by springs/struts as much. It also seems I need to turn the wheel less to make a turn, especially sharp turns (more responsive? Less lean?). Thanks guys and yee ha…..
After reading all the posts on which mods to get, I finally broke down and bought the most recommended two items, Stillen FSTB and RSB. It took me about 2.5 hrs to do both. During the RSB install, there was an extra bracket sticking out on the trailing arm, which holds the ABS line. I had to break the plastic clip on the line, move the line aside and pound the brackets (with a hammer) flat so the RSB brackets could fit around the trailing arm. Dunno if you guys had same issue on ’01 SE. After that it was easy. I took it out for a short spin. Driving slowly you don’t feel anything but on the on/off ramps, at first you start to lean a little but then, that’s it, no more lean, sticks like glue, flat as a pancake. I’m impressed. I noticed the wheel having to grip more/work harder faster as the force is not absorbed by springs/struts as much. It also seems I need to turn the wheel less to make a turn, especially sharp turns (more responsive? Less lean?). Thanks guys and yee ha…..
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Dunno why my Max had that ABS line bracket sticking out between the bolt for the parking brake and at the end of the trailing arm bolt. This space is where the one of the RSB bracket is supposed to fit over. In the picture the ABS line is enclosed with a cover. Mine didn't have it, the line is just exposed and attached with that bracket on the arm. Read the instructions many time, just didn't make sense. Anyway, everything works,...so far. Still enjoying it.
No more mods planned for now but may consider STS. Have to get snow tires. Live in Boston area. Any recommendations? May go down to 16" rims for better selection.
I got my bars at Avalon Racing. $189 for FSTB and $229 for RSB. $26 for shipping (FEDEX ground)
No more mods planned for now but may consider STS. Have to get snow tires. Live in Boston area. Any recommendations? May go down to 16" rims for better selection.
I got my bars at Avalon Racing. $189 for FSTB and $229 for RSB. $26 for shipping (FEDEX ground)
As for snow tires, go with 15" on steel rims....
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The picture is wrong. That was from a 4th gen I believe. The actual brackets mount closer to the front of the car. I have some pics I will put up later today.
Originally posted by To-the-Max-ima
Dunno why my Max had that ABS line bracket sticking out between the bolt for the parking brake and at the end of the trailing arm bolt. This space is where the one of the RSB bracket is supposed to fit over. In the picture the ABS line is enclosed with a cover. Mine didn't have it, the line is just exposed and attached with that bracket on the arm. Read the instructions many time, just didn't make sense. Anyway, everything works,...so far. Still enjoying it.
No more mods planned for now but may consider STS. Have to get snow tires. Live in Boston area. Any recommendations? May go down to 16" rims for better selection.
I got my bars at Avalon Racing. $189 for FSTB and $229 for RSB. $26 for shipping (FEDEX ground)
Dunno why my Max had that ABS line bracket sticking out between the bolt for the parking brake and at the end of the trailing arm bolt. This space is where the one of the RSB bracket is supposed to fit over. In the picture the ABS line is enclosed with a cover. Mine didn't have it, the line is just exposed and attached with that bracket on the arm. Read the instructions many time, just didn't make sense. Anyway, everything works,...so far. Still enjoying it.
No more mods planned for now but may consider STS. Have to get snow tires. Live in Boston area. Any recommendations? May go down to 16" rims for better selection.
I got my bars at Avalon Racing. $189 for FSTB and $229 for RSB. $26 for shipping (FEDEX ground)
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Originally posted by To-the-Max-ima
Dunno why my Max had that ABS line bracket sticking out between the bolt for the parking brake and at the end of the trailing arm bolt. This space is where the one of the RSB bracket is supposed to fit over. In the picture the ABS line is enclosed with a cover. Mine didn't have it, the line is just exposed and attached with that bracket on the arm. Read the instructions many time, just didn't make sense. Anyway, everything works,...so far. Still enjoying it.
Dunno why my Max had that ABS line bracket sticking out between the bolt for the parking brake and at the end of the trailing arm bolt. This space is where the one of the RSB bracket is supposed to fit over. In the picture the ABS line is enclosed with a cover. Mine didn't have it, the line is just exposed and attached with that bracket on the arm. Read the instructions many time, just didn't make sense. Anyway, everything works,...so far. Still enjoying it.
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