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KiDyNomiTe · 10-09-2004, 12:24 PM

For S14srpilot
Which one do you prefer?

KiDyNomiTe · 10-09-2004, 12:27 PM

Whats a paddle s14srpilot? Mine has paddles, but its a spline?

I prefer spline just because its the cheapest and it works just fine.

s14srpilot · 10-11-2004, 04:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by KiDyNomiTe

Whats a paddle s14srpilot? Mine has paddles, but its a spline?

I prefer spline just because its the cheapest and it works just fine.

Thanks for helping out with the poll Kid

There are 2 spline types. One with paddles to release:

http://www.pandagarage.com/quick_release.htm

And a straight spline like Signal Auto's:

http://www.signalautousa.com/qurestron.html

holisticbeatz · 10-11-2004, 06:04 PM

Norm, you've seen my car. Why are you even debating or taking a poll?

240Stilo · 10-11-2004, 07:43 PM

Maybe cuz he doesn't want his steering wheel next to his chest.

KiDyNomiTe · 10-12-2004, 12:50 AM

well I got mine for 75 bucks and its the paddle one, so far I am loving it.

hellion240sx · 10-12-2004, 06:07 PM

i remember someone saying they prefered the ball type over the spline becasue of some grease problem with the spline type can someone clear this up. im not sure myself so thats why im asking.
thanks

S14DriftR · 10-12-2004, 06:54 PM

I prefer the ball type.

hellion240sx · 10-12-2004, 07:04 PM

OK THREE THINGS
1. WHATS IS YOUR REASON WHY YOU PREFER ONE OVER THE OTHER??? AND oops caps lock.

2. which one puts it closer to your chest?

3. which one keeps it to a more stock placement???

thanks again

holisticbeatz · 10-12-2004, 11:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 240Stilo

Maybe cuz he doesn't want his steering wheel next to his chest.

Well, everybody has their own taste. For me, the steering wheel is not right next to my chest. But I'm not a very big and I sit pretty back. Anyhow, my setup is extreme.

KiDyNomiTe · 10-12-2004, 11:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by hellion240sx

i remember someone saying they prefered the ball type over the spline becasue of some grease problem with the spline type can someone clear this up. im not sure myself so thats why im asking.
thanks

When I bought it I was told to grease it up or else it would lock up. I didn't and haven't had a problem, but if you grease it up a bit you should never have a problem.

At first I didn't want a spacer until I actually put on my quick release, then it made a big difference. First being I can lower the steering wheel w/o hitting my legs, also I can get in and out of my bucket seat easier.

*sykikchimp* · 10-15-2004, 12:43 PM

closer is better, but does increase danger in an accident without harnesses.

I love having my steering wheel 50mm closer, but I'm thinking about adding another 30mm spacer for the track.

Btw - I use the ball-lock type. works fantastic. zero play in any direction, and very easy to put on. No matter which way the wheels are turned.. Just slip it on, turn the steering wheel, and it locks in place in the right place.

ghostuss · 11-11-2004, 02:40 AM

ball lock. It gives an extra 50mm of extension. Closer to u so that you can have better steering control.

A Spec Products · 08-25-2005, 02:13 AM

awww, what is this???

no FET quick release love? its neither spline, nor ball, nor paddle.

+1 for the FET, with its uh, locking puzzle piece design.

no but seriously, FET is better than spline, even though I use the OG Signal QR. FET is shorter too, only 1", so you can use with a dope concave wheel like Nardi Rally and still be all good.

View Poll Results: Which Quick Release do you prefer?
Ball Lock	17	68.00%
Spline	3	12.00%
Paddle	3	12.00%
Stop being a Ricer, steering are meant to stay on	2	8.00%
Voters: 25. You may not vote on this poll

10-09-2004, 12:24 PM	#1
KiDyNomiTe Post Whore! Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Chicago Age: 35 Posts: 6,296 Trader Rating: (0) Rides Gallery: KiDyNomiTe Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Quick Release: Ball Lock, Spline or Paddle For S14srpilot Which one do you prefer? __________________ PROCEED Grip Gambler

10-09-2004, 12:27 PM	#2
KiDyNomiTe Post Whore! Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Chicago Age: 35 Posts: 6,296 Trader Rating: (0) Rides Gallery: KiDyNomiTe Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Whats a paddle s14srpilot? Mine has paddles, but its a spline? I prefer spline just because its the cheapest and it works just fine. __________________ PROCEED Grip Gambler

10-11-2004, 06:04 PM	#4
holisticbeatz Zilvia Addict Join Date: May 2003 Location: CALIFORNIA Posts: 988 Trader Rating: (1) Feedback Score: 1 reviews	Norm, you've seen my car. Why are you even debating or taking a poll? __________________ Trust and I don't mean GReddy.

10-11-2004, 07:43 PM	#5
240Stilo Junkie Join Date: May 2002 Location: Socal Age: 37 Posts: 1,160 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Maybe cuz he doesn't want his steering wheel next to his chest. __________________ -Juan

10-12-2004, 12:50 AM	#6
KiDyNomiTe Post Whore! Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Chicago Age: 35 Posts: 6,296 Trader Rating: (0) Rides Gallery: KiDyNomiTe Feedback Score: 0 reviews	well I got mine for 75 bucks and its the paddle one, so far I am loving it. __________________ PROCEED Grip Gambler

10-12-2004, 06:07 PM	#7
hellion240sx Zilvia FREAK! Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: NOLA Age: 40 Posts: 1,509 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	i remember someone saying they prefered the ball type over the spline becasue of some grease problem with the spline type can someone clear this up. im not sure myself so thats why im asking. thanks

10-12-2004, 06:54 PM	#8
S14DriftR Zilvia Addict Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Oxnard Age: 37 Posts: 604 Trader Rating: (1) Feedback Score: 1 reviews	I prefer the ball type. __________________

10-12-2004, 07:04 PM	#9
hellion240sx Zilvia FREAK! Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: NOLA Age: 40 Posts: 1,509 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	OK THREE THINGS 1. WHATS IS YOUR REASON WHY YOU PREFER ONE OVER THE OTHER??? AND oops caps lock. 2. which one puts it closer to your chest? 3. which one keeps it to a more stock placement??? thanks again

10-15-2004, 12:43 PM	#12
sykikchimp WOW addicted Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: the moon Age: 40 Posts: 6,518 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	closer is better, but does increase danger in an accident without harnesses. I love having my steering wheel 50mm closer, but I'm thinking about adding another 30mm spacer for the track. Btw - I use the ball-lock type. works fantastic. zero play in any direction, and very easy to put on. No matter which way the wheels are turned.. Just slip it on, turn the steering wheel, and it locks in place in the right place.

11-11-2004, 02:40 AM	#13
ghostuss Zilvia FREAK! Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: San Diego/San Francisco Age: 35 Posts: 1,337 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	ball lock. It gives an extra 50mm of extension. Closer to u so that you can have better steering control. __________________ 96 all suspension s14 SOLD 90 s13 coupe - SOLD Currently rocking 2002 BMW M3 w/ custom suspension. ButtonWillow, CA entire circuit drift/grip event by shock drifting spot for sale. Take over my spot for $150 only.

08-25-2005, 02:13 AM	#14
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