Ive got an 03 Max and I was wondering which one to buy first and what brand,any help is appreciated. BTW the car is stock.(just got it bout a month ago) Thanx,Charles

 

There's a lot of info about this in old threads, but here's the answer in a nutshell:

An RSTB is cheaper and easier to install, but it can be hard to find anything other than the EXPENSIVE Stillen RSTB. I've been searching for an RSTB for a while, and I finally found an eBay seller who had some, but he's out of stock and doesn't know if he'll get anymore. Compared to the rear sway bar, the RSTB won't really make a noticeable difference in handling.

A rear sway bar is more expensive and slightly more difficult to install, but you can do it if you have a good jack, jack stands, and good tools. A rear sway bar is one of the more dramatic suspension upgrades you can make on your Maxima. You will notice much more handling improvement from a rear sway bar than you will from an RSTB.

 

definately ull feel more of a diff with the rsb. the rstb is more of a looks thing and doesnt make a significant diff in handling.

 

RSB > RSTB and probably even combined with a FSTB

 

RSB is a must!

 

I dont have a RSTB or FSTB but from what I researched RSB is the way to go. I went RSB and it is a must purchase!

 

The RSTB only prevents the rear chassis from twisting.

 

RSB, definitely. RSTB really only comes into play for road racing, where it makes a minimal impact.

 

ok now i really want a RSB but i dnt want to spend alot of money since it is pritty much invisible. does brand matter, do they all do the same thing like a FSTB? If there is a difference, what brands should i consider, how much am i looking to spend. Thanks Guys.

 

Thanx everybody,looks like a RSB is my next mod. Where can I buy one? Also which brand/type is good? Another question is what about Blemhco's lower tie-bar,is it worth it also? Thanx,Charles

 

Check w/ BEJAY1 for performance differences. Last I know he had bought the three RSBs still available for the 5th gen, the Stealin, ebay Stealin knockoff (is that still available?) and ADDCO. He was going to mount and compare all three in his car, but I have no idea if he ever did.