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Old Feb 8, 2009 | 01:22 PM
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It also depends if you have aftermarket rims and tires. I have mine on the middle setting and have had it up to 70 and it feels good, and there was some turning too at those speeds. Hope that helps.
 
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Old Feb 8, 2009 | 01:57 PM
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but no that's not what I meant, I mean how does the car handle not how does the ride feel. Someone a while back was saying the car was twitchy and unpredictable at motorway speeds and especially when going over bumps. As when the car lands from hitting a bump it because harder to control because the car is too sensitive to slightly steering movement)

does that make sense?
I don't feel that at all.. For me it makes it tighter and you dont have to turn as hard. Made my steering tighter and more responsive, but not twitchy at all
 
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Old Feb 8, 2009 | 01:59 PM
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Originally Posted by Defratos
but no that's not what I meant, I mean how does the car handle not how does the ride feel. Someone a while back was saying the car was twitchy and unpredictable at motorway speeds and especially when going over bumps. As when the car lands from hitting a bump it because harder to control because the car is too sensitive to slightly steering movement)

does that make sense?
The car handles fine. With stiff bars, you can loose traction with less warning if you push it--say when autocrossing--but for daily driving, that really shouldn't happen and certainly not on the highway. I think whoever said that was saying the car FELT that way, not that it was handling poorly.

I would say if you want the smoothest possible luxo ride, the sway bars are not for you. If that is the case, the G35 stock ride isn't the smoothest and is really a lot "busier" than say a 5 series.
 
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Old Feb 9, 2009 | 01:49 AM
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I'm going to install mine on the middle setting when they get here. I can always lower it to the first hole should I feel it doesn't handle well.
 
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Old Feb 9, 2009 | 02:44 AM
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San~man could you give us feedback on the handling once you've installed them?

I'm not worried about the ride getting harsher, I just want to be sure I use the appropriate hole for me, cause its not as easy for me to go take it to garage and get it changed quickly, thanks for he feedback though.
 
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Old Feb 9, 2009 | 11:29 AM
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Will do. All we need now is to get them shipped out.
 
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Old Feb 9, 2009 | 12:05 PM
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Charles at b2autodesigns is offering a sale for the in stock Hotchkis bars at $349 shipped. Travis, I need a price match.
 
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Old Feb 9, 2009 | 12:22 PM
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Charles at b2autodesigns is offering a sale for the in stock Hotchkis bars at $349 shipped. Travis, I need a price match.
Let me ask andy, he does all the pricing. Let me also check to make sure B2 has them in stock etc.
 
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Old Feb 9, 2009 | 01:36 PM
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Let me ask andy, he does all the pricing. Let me also check to make sure B2 has them in stock etc.
Ask him if he'll do a pricematch (i.e. refund the difference) for those who recently purchased the bars from him, ESPECIALLY for those who haven't received their bars yet. He said they were supposed to be in early last week, but we still haven't received them yet. It's the least he can do.
 
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Old Feb 9, 2009 | 02:08 PM
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Originally Posted by CalsonicVQ
Ask him if he'll do a pricematch (i.e. refund the difference) for those who recently purchased the bars from him, ESPECIALLY for those who haven't received their bars yet. He said they were supposed to be in early last week, but we still haven't received them yet. It's the least he can do.
Ditto, especially since ours haven't shipped yet. I think that's the least he can do for the inconvenience we endured. I'll be happy with a store credit from him since there's more stuff I want to order
 
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Old Feb 9, 2009 | 02:45 PM
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Originally Posted by Texguy
Charles at b2autodesigns is offering a sale for the in stock Hotchkis bars at $349 shipped. Travis, I need a price match.
Originally Posted by CalsonicVQ
Ask him if he'll do a pricematch (i.e. refund the difference) for those who recently purchased the bars from him, ESPECIALLY for those who haven't received their bars yet. He said they were supposed to be in early last week, but we still haven't received them yet. It's the least he can do.
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Ditto, especially since ours haven't shipped yet. I think that's the least he can do for the inconvenience we endured. I'll be happy with a store credit from him since there's more stuff I want to order

Guys, Andy and I have not heard of this B2 and because cannot find information. Tex, can you please PM me B2s information. Also, we were the first to get this out for you guys and I personally took time out of my day to make sure these fit to even be sold to us. That being said, I personally think Andy and I have done a great job setting this up and getting to you guys a great product at a great price before anyone else... I personally am a little shocked you guys are now hitting us on this But Andy as I said from the beginning is a stand up guy and I'm all about my G guys having the best product and being happy.

If you guys have questions about this, please email/PM Andy and he will take care of you.
 
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Old Feb 9, 2009 | 02:52 PM
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I appreciate everything you and Andy have done. If anything, I'm angry at Hotchkis for sending out our bars without all the items included in the packaging, hence our delay. I find that simply inexcusable. I have no doubt on either you or Andy's character, and that was never the question (to me, at least).

Those guys (B2S) advertise in the marketplace, but I haven't seen anything for the bars.
 
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Old Feb 9, 2009 | 02:59 PM
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Here's their ad in the marketplace, fyi:

https://g35driver.com/forums/suspens...ce-inside.html
 
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Old Feb 9, 2009 | 03:00 PM
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Originally Posted by san~man
I appreciate everything you and Andy have done. If anything, I'm angry at Hotchkis for sending out our bars without all the items included in the packaging, hence our delay. I find that simply inexcusable. I have no doubt on either you or Andy's character, and that was never the question (to me, at least).

Those guys (B2S) advertise in the marketplace, but I haven't seen anything for the bars.
That I understand, I HOPE people are not thinking Andy or I are shady... because we have busted are @$$ to use my car for the R&D for the sedan guys and dealing day in and out to get these to the sedan guys as fast as possible and before any others hit the market place.

Thanks San, I do appreciate the clarification.
 
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Old Feb 9, 2009 | 03:14 PM
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Alright guys, I spoke to Andy and he will offer a $20 store credit for anyone that has ordered from him. I did find the thread from B2 and not one person has posted... people have seen the reviews from what we have shipped. Tex had posted originally JOKING around! But as I said, Andy is a good guy... him and I want you guys to be happy and will offer a $20 credit for anyone that wants it.
 
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