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Installed Stillen STB last night...oh my!!!

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Old Jul 17, 2001 | 05:34 AM
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Just installing that, the car FEELS much stiffer in the front end. I take this turn at a normal 45 which is max because the car starts to slide. Well today I was able to take it at 50-55!!!! I was like damn!!! And it still wanted more! The front end doesn't lean near as much as it use too...amazing!!! Anyways, just letting you guys know!
Old Jul 17, 2001 | 05:41 AM
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Yeah Russ...it is really nice isn't it? I think it makes the car feel like it has instantly received better build quality. So much more solid feeling in the front. Get the RSB too and you will be even happier.
later-
Old Jul 17, 2001 | 05:46 AM
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RSB, RSB , RSB.....
Old Jul 17, 2001 | 06:00 AM
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Originally posted by FloMax
Yeah Russ...it is really nice isn't it? I think it makes the car feel like it has instantly received better build quality. So much more solid feeling in the front. Get the RSB too and you will be even happier.
later-


Actually the RSB is sitting on my garage floor waiting for me to install when I get some time.. So its going in soon.
Old Jul 17, 2001 | 06:33 AM
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RSB! RSB! RSB!
Old Jul 17, 2001 | 07:24 AM
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Actually the RSB is sitting on my garage floor waiting for me to install when I get some time.. So its going in soon.
A buddy of mine helped me install my Addcco RSB on Sunday afternoon. The bolts that were meant to fit over the trailing arms were awful. They would not fit properly without some coaxing into place (hitting them with a hammer). Unfortunately one of the bolts' threads got messed up to the point that the nut won't go on one side.

If you got the Addcco...be careful.
Anyone have Addcco's contact information? I've got to order a new trailing arm bolt.
Old Jul 17, 2001 | 07:29 AM
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Originally posted by FloMax


A buddy of mine helped me install my Addcco RSB on Sunday afternoon. The bolts that were meant to fit over the trailing arms were awful. They would not fit properly without some coaxing into place (hitting them with a hammer). Unfortunately one of the bolts' threads got messed up to the point that the nut won't go on one side.

If you got the Addcco...be careful.
Anyone have Addcco's contact information? I've got to order a new trailing arm bolt.
I got mine through Cattman. If you can't contact them elsewhere, Cattman might have some contact info for you.
Old Jul 17, 2001 | 02:20 PM
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How much did you pay for the Stillen STB? Has anyone experienced the Stillen vs. the Courtesy Nissan braces? I wonder if one feels tighter than the other?
Old Jul 17, 2001 | 05:39 PM
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Originally posted by srbarnes4ever
How much did you pay for the Stillen STB? Has anyone experienced the Stillen vs. the Courtesy Nissan braces? I wonder if one feels tighter than the other?
No idea yet. My Stillen FSTB arrived today and I missed UPS!! Now I must wait until Thursday to go pick it up. Oh well.
Old Jul 17, 2001 | 05:52 PM
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Originally posted by srbarnes4ever
How much did you pay for the Stillen STB? Has anyone experienced the Stillen vs. the Courtesy Nissan braces? I wonder if one feels tighter than the other?
functionally, they are equivalent
Old Jul 17, 2001 | 06:12 PM
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But the Stillen is adjustable, and better made.

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functionally, they are equivalent
Old Jul 17, 2001 | 06:17 PM
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Originally posted by RussMaxManiac
But the Stillen is adjustable, and better made.

the length of the courtesy bar is also adjustable...
Old Jul 17, 2001 | 06:19 PM
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Originally posted by RussMaxManiac
But the Stillen is adjustable, and better made.

So the Stillen actually fits like it was meant for the '01 Max? No forcing?
Old Jul 17, 2001 | 06:25 PM
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So the Stillen actually fits like it was meant for the '01 Max? No forcing?
there is no forcing needed for the courtesy bar either. The older ones required that a small portion of a metal bracket be cut for them to fit. But, the current courtesy bar fits just fine....no modifications required.
Old Jul 17, 2001 | 06:52 PM
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Anyone have Addcco's contact information? I've got to order a new trailing arm bolt.
http://www.addco.net/contact.shtml
Old Jul 17, 2001 | 07:52 PM
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I am getting mine. SHould I get RSB first or FSTB first?
Old Jul 17, 2001 | 08:09 PM
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so u like?

Glad to hear u like the FSTB Russ. It was in pretty good condition too wasnt it? Glad to see its being put to good use. BTW. anyone with the RSB from stillen, be sure u like the setting that u choose cause i COULD NOT get that thing off, it rusted together the clamps.



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Originally posted by RussMaxManiac
But the Stillen is adjustable, and better made.

Old Jul 18, 2001 | 04:26 AM
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I am getting mine. SHould I get RSB first or FSTB first?
RSB is a more dramatic improvement.
Old Jul 18, 2001 | 05:50 AM
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Re: so u like?

Yes I do man, thanks!! I just cleaned it up a little with some polish, and it looks awesome.

Originally posted by MarshMan
Glad to hear u like the FSTB Russ. It was in pretty good condition too wasnt it? Glad to see its being put to good use. BTW. anyone with the RSB from stillen, be sure u like the setting that u choose cause i COULD NOT get that thing off, it rusted together the clamps.



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