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Old 12-27-2008, 01:46 AM
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kills the Stillen POS
 
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oooooooooooh! i likey
 
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Old 12-27-2008, 08:18 AM
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That came out great guys! Very noiiiice!
 
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are these available yet?
 
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Old 12-27-2008, 08:38 AM
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Originally Posted by lekker_droom
are these available yet?
Per Zack these should be ready for sale in mid-January. You guys are gonna love this bar!

Originally Posted by zackt69
Got the modified prototype back from powder coating the other day, here's a couple of pics. The bar not only has the adjustable ends to allow for preload, but also 3 positions for height as well. The hardware in the pictures isn't final, and excuse the stripped trunk - most of the interior is still gone from the past track days we attended. We should have some ready for sale by the middle of January... options and pricing to follow soon
 
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I want... one question tho can it be removed pretty easy? i ask because sometimes i will need the truck space
 
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Old 12-27-2008, 10:50 PM
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Originally Posted by Beebo
I want... one question tho can it be removed pretty easy? i ask because sometimes i will need the truck space
Wes...yes, it's pretty easy to remove the Bar. All you will need to do is loosen the two jam nuts before turning the Bar. Turning the Bar will release pre-load tension that's on the Brackets. Then the two Bolts, holding the Bar in place, can be removed and the Bar can come out.
 
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Old 12-27-2008, 11:02 PM
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Originally Posted by OH6 G35
Wes...yes, it's pretty easy to remove the Bar. All you will need to do is loosen the two jam nuts before turning the Bar. Turning the Bar will release pre-load tension that's on the Brackets. Then the two Bolts, holding the Bar in place, can be removed and the Bar can come out.
Cool cool... this is on my list of mods to buy then
 
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Old 12-28-2008, 02:15 AM
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so.....looks like the bar can still pivot around the mounts?
 
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Originally Posted by zackt69
Got the modified prototype back from powder coating the other day, here's a couple of pics. The bar not only has the adjustable ends to allow for preload, but also 3 positions for height as well. The hardware in the pictures isn't final, and excuse the stripped trunk - most of the interior is still gone from the past track days we attended. We should have some ready for sale by the middle of January... options and pricing to follow soon


^^^Wow, very nice... hope it's priced under $250. if so, i'm hella down for the sedan Ver.
 
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Old 12-28-2008, 02:32 AM
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Originally Posted by redlude97
so.....looks like the bar can still pivot around the mounts?
I'm not "exactly" sure what you mean...
The Bar Ends do have the ability to "pivot" but their main function is to allow for pre-load and to compensate for manufacturer variations.
 
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Old 12-28-2008, 03:40 AM
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Looks awesome!!!
 
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Originally Posted by OH6 G35
I'm not "exactly" sure what you mean...
The Bar Ends do have the ability to "pivot" but their main function is to allow for pre-load and to compensate for manufacturer variations.
The bar, as it appears, has the same flaw as the ARC FSB design has. By being able to move about the connecting bolt, it is less effective than a welded attachment or locking type of design. While it is still probably quite effective in its design, some small changes could make it substantially better. Still a great idea though
 
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Old 12-28-2008, 10:34 AM
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Originally Posted by redlude97
The bar, as it appears, has the same flaw as the ARC FSB design has. By being able to move about the connecting bolt, it is less effective than a welded attachment or locking type of design. While it is still probably quite effective in its design, some small changes could make it substantially better. Still a great idea though
You are obviously correct, a "locking or welded attachment type design" is the "best" option (with limitations) but what we will be offering allows the user a "simple" and "complete" bolt-on Rear Strut Bar Package. The "RSB" allows for some adjustability and easy installation/removal. Most importantly, "our" RSB offers the user "bolt-on" stabiltiy and performance. We are working on a more "elaborate" race-type system for the future. Thanks again to all, for the questions/comments/ideas!
 

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Old 12-28-2008, 12:47 PM
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That looks solid, the only down side for me is that my sub box is there. Oh well
 


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