Another B13 rear STB - Page 3

powell · Nov 19th, 2002, 07:15 PM

I figure this is a good place to jump in. I will be picking up my "new" 92 SE-R this Sat. I only really became aware of this model of car a month ago when my local Nissan sales guy said if I ever had a chance to get an early 90's se-r I should do so because they were great cars. Well, I ran into an ad for one, and there you go.
I love to drive, but I don't speak the language of many of you who post. I can learn a lot. Fill me in on the BASICS of the advantages of a rear strut bar, and what is involved in putting one in. I won't do it myself. (Hey, I have other skills!)....I'd have to pay someone to install it.
Thanks for any helpful info.

jp314 · Nov 20th, 2002, 06:23 AM

powell - I'll bet you can handle the install yourself. All you need is a ratchet, 10mm and 12mm sockets.
-Remove lower back seat (pull two clips on bottom front of seat, lift seat up).
-Remove 2 10mm bolts holding the upper back seat in place.
-Remove upper back seat (lift up). -Remove 2 12mm flange nuts on each rear strut tower.
-Fit rear stb on top of the strut mounts.
-Replace all 4 flange nuts. Adjust center bar.
-Tighten jam nuts.
-Replace seat.

It only takes about 10 - 15 minutes.

If you want one, please send me an email at jpalmer@qmiwi.com and include the following info:

-Name
-City, State and/or zip code
-e-mail address
-Level of commitment
-Forum ID (if applicable)

The all aluminum prototype should be done this week.
I haven't had much time to work on the alternate 'triangulated'
version yet.

With the number of people interested so far, it should be about $50,
not including shipping & packaging.

I'll post updates to the forum(s) and/or e-mail direct.

Josh

powell · Nov 20th, 2002, 05:15 PM

Thanks Josh,
what would be the advantage of installing this on my car? Iam totally new to the se-r.....or car modification for that matter. Will pick up my '92 this Sat.

Pretty White · Nov 20th, 2002, 06:16 PM

Makes me wish I had a Sentra again. That sucker stiffened up my NX's rear! For sure!

wolf22m · Nov 21st, 2002, 12:49 AM

I would be interested too. My email wolf26stang@aol.com

jp314 · Nov 22nd, 2002, 02:38 PM

The aluminum parts are nearly finished with machining.
Should be machined within the hour.

I'll take them to the welder tonight.
Hopefully it will be done tonight.

I'll post pictures and more info. when the aluminum
prototype is complete.

Josh

Sentra GTR-1 · Nov 22nd, 2002, 03:24 PM

Just let us know dude.....I cant wait to get a rear strut tower bar for my Sentra......Im sure it will be awesome!! Peace!

jp314 · Nov 22nd, 2002, 06:59 PM

The aluminum prototype is done!

Look here for pics:
http://www.geocities.com/jjpalmer314/b13rearstb.html

It fits pretty well - just have a few dimensions to tweak.

Josh

vladha · Nov 22nd, 2002, 10:37 PM

Hey, Josh. Get us some pics with it installed, and some feedback about how well it works. Also, how is the other idea/option coming along(lower mounted ones/wheel well area)?

Later,
Mark

toolapcfan · Nov 22nd, 2002, 11:06 PM

Man, I'm liking the looks of how that came out, very nice! It'll be interesting to see how the alternative one comes out as well, I'm not quite understanding how it'll work.

jp314 · Nov 23rd, 2002, 03:58 PM

Quote:

It'll be interesting to see how the alternative one comes out as well, I'm not quite understanding how it'll work.

I have an idea of how to make it work, but there might be a clearance issue - maybe not a problem for those who don't have 3 passengers in the back seat.

I'll post more on that version when I have more info.

Josh

jp314 · Nov 23rd, 2002, 04:05 PM

I installed it at work on my 93 se-r last night, but it was too dark to get a good picture.
It is solid. Total weight = 4.8 lbs.
I have to tweak a couple dimensions, then it should be ready to go.

Next I'll try to work on the 'triangulated' version.

Josh

Nov 24th, 2002, 12:50 AM

Josh you forgot to post the recent pics.

here ya go!
http://www.geocities.com/jjpalmer314/b13rearstb.html

BORNGEARHEAD · Nov 24th, 2002, 06:57 PM

I stopped over at Josh's house today and saw the rear aluminum strut tower bar. It looks very good and solid. I would highly recommend one. Just waiting for mine Josh.

Sentra GTR-1 · Nov 25th, 2002, 07:09 AM

Wow! The strut tower bar looks awesome!!! Thats exactly what we need to keep our asses planted!........great job Josh! I knew it would turn out awesome. Just let us know when to send the dough......^_^ Peace!