MAXEDpath Posted August 20, 2010 Share Posted August 20, 2010 well I'm talkin like with a flat bar or something showing how far it drops and with measurement Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tekazgtr1984 Posted August 21, 2010 Author Share Posted August 21, 2010 (edited) Just a FYI, the kit comes complete with instructions. And the pics I posted should be pretty indicative of how it works. As for clearance, read here: Clearance Edited August 21, 2010 by tekazgtr1984 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Igetstabby Posted August 29, 2010 Share Posted August 29, 2010 Thinking of ordering one of these. Anyone else who's installed one notice much difference? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PivoArch Posted August 29, 2010 Share Posted August 29, 2010 Been about 2 weeks, I'm still waiting for mine to arrive. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Timmons Posted August 29, 2010 Share Posted August 29, 2010 Been about 2 weeks, I'm still waiting for mine to arrive. I checked the tracking information they gave me and mine is coming in tomrorow. Takes about 2 weeks since it's coming from Canada. Call them up and get a tracking number. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PivoArch Posted August 29, 2010 Share Posted August 29, 2010 Yea, I sent them an e-mial this morning, I'm assuming they aren't there on Sunday. Should hopefully get a reply by tomorrow. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tekazgtr1984 Posted August 29, 2010 Author Share Posted August 29, 2010 Thinking of ordering one of these. Anyone else who's installed one notice much difference? Definitely a difference. Steering feels less mushy, improved rigidity, especially on crappy roads. The truck just feels better. Nissan should have run a bar like this from the factory. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geoff57 Posted August 30, 2010 Share Posted August 30, 2010 Hi gang It has been a while since I have posted here. I made up and fitted a brace nearly exactly the same as this around 4 years ago. I used it to mount the rear end of the one piece bash plate I fabricated. It worked well and caused no problems. The only problem with their design is it doesnt look crash safe and will significantly reduce the movement of the engine downwards away from the passenger compartment in a crash. To over come this problem I hole sawed two large holes at either end in the top of the box section. My theory was these top holes become shear points if the engine is pushed downwards but would not significantly reduce structural strength for upward impacts on the bash plate. Geoff Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Timmons Posted September 1, 2010 Share Posted September 1, 2010 OK it's on!! and wow. Big difference in torsion and stiffness. You can feel the tightness when making turns and driving over speed bumps. What a ride. For $50 bucks, it's an upgrade you can really feel. Guys, I totally recommend this upgrade for the price. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FUELER Posted September 1, 2010 Share Posted September 1, 2010 are you guys BS'ing i thought this was a big joke Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PivoArch Posted September 1, 2010 Share Posted September 1, 2010 I ordered one, for $50 I figured it was worth a shot, no BS Fueler. Now it just needs to get here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hawzzy Posted September 1, 2010 Share Posted September 1, 2010 (edited) i was thinkin...y not get sometone to make that up for me (dont have the means myself)...but really...can someone make it for less money...not for a retail price...i doubt it! Unless you have friends tht have metal shops eh???? I think ill look into it, even tho after replacing my TOTAL suspension and links...i couldnt imagine it handling better of stiffer!!!!! Tye P.S. just looked...thats my "69th" post...closer to 100. tee hee Edited September 1, 2010 by ty01pathfinder Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fukinitupagain Posted September 2, 2010 Share Posted September 2, 2010 I thought it was a joke too Adam. I have no anti-sway bars (front or rear) so I might try this out just for a bit easier ride. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MAXEDpath Posted September 2, 2010 Share Posted September 2, 2010 Going to make one in my welding class once I get all the safety registration and general skills test done Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheCrow Posted September 2, 2010 Share Posted September 2, 2010 How about off-road performance ? has anyone tried to go off road with the bar on ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hawzzy Posted September 2, 2010 Share Posted September 2, 2010 a bit of a side note...sort of related....can i remove/detach the stabilzer/antisway bar without consequence when i go off roading???? And what about the Pan Hard Rod...i lost 1-1.5 " of lift when i had to reconnect that thing...still dont have a longer one or a drop down bracket!! Tye Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pathblazin420 Posted September 2, 2010 Share Posted September 2, 2010 (edited) removing the sway bar will actually help you off road because u will get more articulation (flex) and keep your wheels on the ground. only down side is the body roll when takin turns or on freeway exits the pan hard bar must stay connected! it serves as an extra link bar to keep your axle centered while it goes through its motions so i would recommend you get or make a bracket ASAP!!! you can still drive without it but i would NOT recommend it! Edited September 2, 2010 by pathblazin420 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pathblazin420 Posted September 2, 2010 Share Posted September 2, 2010 oh yeah by the way i can make one of those "missing" links for you no problem. wouldnt take more the 15 min. i can make multiples of more people want them i can do it for 20 bucks but u guys would need to cover the shipping 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tekazgtr1984 Posted September 2, 2010 Author Share Posted September 2, 2010 OK it's on!! and wow. Big difference in torsion and stiffness. You can feel the tightness when making turns and driving over speed bumps. What a ride. For $50 bucks, it's an upgrade you can really feel. Guys, I totally recommend this upgrade for the price. Good stuff. are you guys BS'ing i thought this was a big joke Uh, no. I'm quite serious about my rig, thanks. I thought it was a joke too Adam. I have no anti-sway bars (front or rear) so I might try this out just for a bit easier ride. Trust me, Boston. It's $40 well-spent. Especially in your case, with no front stabilizer. How about off-road performance ? has anyone tried to go off road with the bar on ? Yes, I took my rig in some rough stuff on the way home from work the other night. Noticeably more controlled feel, especially over uneven terrain. And for the record, I made this thread because of the bang-for-your-buck this piece of hardware offers. I think this knowledge should be shared because locally, there isn't much of a Pathfinder enthusiast base. It's all about the love, people. The Pathy love... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hawzzy Posted September 3, 2010 Share Posted September 3, 2010 Good stuff. Uh, no. I'm quite serious about my rig, thanks. Trust me, Boston. It's $40 well-spent. Especially in your case, with no front stabilizer. Yes, I took my rig in some rough stuff on the way home from work the other night. Noticeably more controlled feel, especially over uneven terrain. And for the record, I made this thread because of the bang-for-your-buck this piece of hardware offers. I think this knowledge should be shared because locally, there isn't much of a Pathfinder enthusiast base. It's all about the love, people. The Pathy love... sure does sound like a well spent 40 bones!!!! Tye gunna look into it fer sur Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
giantOnCeRoad2 Posted September 3, 2010 Share Posted September 3, 2010 the 89-95 toyota crowd have been using similar IFS trusses for a while. Sonoran steel and several other companies make them for 4runners. I'm glad to see someone start producing similar products for the R50s. Mine will see this upgrade soon. (just got to finish a tire carrier first) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daddy Rim Posted September 4, 2010 Share Posted September 4, 2010 the 89-95 toyota crowd have been using similar IFS trusses for a while. Sonoran steel and several other companies make them for 4runners. I'm glad to see someone start producing similar products for the R50s. Mine will see this upgrade soon. (just got to finish a tire carrier first) Hey I noticed your in the SAE mini baja. I competed in that competition several years ago. Oddly enough I was the suspension and drive train designer which it appears your also tackling. Great fun! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pathblazin420 Posted September 4, 2010 Share Posted September 4, 2010 so looks like i might be making a couple of these for some fellow forum members. im not 100% set on the price yet but it will be much cheaper then Jackson Autosports ( you have to cover shipping though) . just have to see how much all the material will run me so if anyone else is interested let me know so i can buy some material in bulk and make them all at once if your in the Souther California area i could prolly local drop off or you guys can pick em up 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
giantOnCeRoad2 Posted September 5, 2010 Share Posted September 5, 2010 Hey I noticed your in the SAE mini baja. I competed in that competition several years ago. Oddly enough I was the suspension and drive train designer which it appears your also tackling. Great fun! Cool, yeah I'm the captain of Auburn University's Baja team this year, and redesigning a double wishbone suspension with a roll induced rear steer setup. If any of ya'll are in Louisville KY, we'll be racing there September 25th, and ya'll might enjoy the races in the spring. (Kansas, Illinois, and Alabama this year) While I'd like to support the people building for the R50s, if any of ya'll are near Chattanooga TN or Auburn AL, I'll help ya make one of these supports when I make mine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hawzzy Posted September 5, 2010 Share Posted September 5, 2010 so looks like i might be making a couple of these for some fellow forum members. im not 100% set on the price yet but it will be much cheaper then Jackson Autosports ( you have to cover shipping though) . just have to see how much all the material will run me so if anyone else is interested let me know so i can buy some material in bulk and make them all at once if your in the Souther California area i could prolly local drop off or you guys can pick em up Thats cool...w/ shipping and all...it might b cheaper for me to get it here in Canada..im in Ontario. I thought bout asking the local fab shop to get some work done. Bet they ae BIG $$$$ tho eh??? tye Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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