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Flicktitty · 01-27-2010, 10:09 AM

Hey guy's last winter i was going through the stock 200K + mile suspesnion and put "newer GARBAGE" on the car, and not 1000 miles and less then a year it' JUNK. so there for i am looking for some good stuff.

the car is really only driven a few times a week when it's nice out.

here are just a few, if there are anymore please let me know.

Kazama Pillow ball tension rod

Tein pillow ball

Peak

SPL

JIC

Powered by Max

Cusco

Battle Version

Others?

***FaLKoN240*** · 01-27-2010, 10:33 AM

I voted SPL but you forgot BattleVersion.

Gorilla Unit 33 · 01-27-2010, 11:51 AM

What those pictures fail to show is how much more beefier the SPL ones are then some of the others you posted. In person the choice after comparing is much easier.

SPL, hands down. Not to mention the threaded holes for the optional brake ducts are a plus!!!

SR240DET · 01-27-2010, 12:37 PM

As far as strength, I doubt any of those arms will bend/break under normal to hard driving conditions. With that said, you should choose an arm that has a rod end with inch threading for easier and cheaper replacements down the road when the rod end wears out. Japanese and china brands have metric threading, and the choice is limited in metric threading here in the states.

usdm180sx · 01-27-2010, 12:41 PM

Damn peak is beefy as fuck

PoorMans180SX · 01-27-2010, 01:56 PM

I've used SPL. They were very good, but I didn't have them long enough to determine their longevity.

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Originally Posted by SR240DET

With that said, you should choose an arm that has a rod end with inch threading for easier and cheaper replacements down the road when the rod end wears out. Japanese and china brands have metric threading, and the choice is limited in metric threading here in the states.

As far as that goes, I'm sure you can get replacements from the companies like SPL and Parts Shop MAX. They both have great customer service.

I voted Parts Shop MAX because they use a forged rod end that about twice as beefy as the others, and they have seals. An important combo if you ask me.

murda-c · 01-27-2010, 02:04 PM

SPL with the brake cooling deflectors.

udon! · 01-27-2010, 02:24 PM

lol @ jic

hhhhhhhhh

Touge Noob S13 · 01-27-2010, 02:24 PM

Yanack if you are baller.

Choku_Dorian · 01-27-2010, 02:38 PM

been running spl's for a few years.

alot of peeps like BV and PBM as well.

*s13 @ fullboost* · 01-27-2010, 02:42 PM

My tein ones are teh shit I fucking love them super beefy my caster is just the way I want them never had a single prob with them

urmyhero4now · 01-27-2010, 04:00 PM

spl all day.

mothon · 01-27-2010, 04:03 PM

I currently run kazamas but I am switching to spc's. SPL is probably your best choice if you are wanting to run solid links.

BlitzRPS13 · 01-27-2010, 05:04 PM

I don't think you would have any problems with any of those. Some may be more beefier than others though.. depends on your application.

adrians_s13 · 01-27-2010, 05:10 PM

I vote SPL.

M11's · 01-27-2010, 05:10 PM

SPL all the way. They're the beefiest around and at good price.

xpertsnowcarver · 01-27-2010, 05:16 PM

SPLs are okay... They rust quickly if you don't lube and cover the pillowpall area. The small rubber rings do not cover the pillowball very well and dry up and start cracking within a year. I have had them for two years now. I have yet to try other brands.

Sileighty_85 · 01-27-2010, 05:24 PM

I got Battle Version on my S13, Great arms, Never had any issues with them, still going strong.

I also have have the Full ISIS Kit on my DD S14, Great bang for your buck, Beefy rods. Installed easy and work great.

*brndck* · 01-27-2010, 07:41 PM

i've had the same set of tanabe ones for about 6 years now with not a single problem.
if i was gonna buy another set tho, i would go spl. i have some of their other arms and they're amazing. spl seems to be one of the only companies that is constantly revising and improving their products instead of just being content to sell the same thing year in and year out.

PoorMans180SX · 01-27-2010, 07:50 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by xpertsnowcarver

SPLs are okay... They rust quickly if you don't lube and cover the pillowpall area. The small rubber rings do not cover the pillowball very well and dry up and start cracking within a year. I have had them for two years now. I have yet to try other brands.

This is true. I did notice some rust on mine after a while.

adrians_s13 · 01-28-2010, 10:11 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by brndck

spl seems to be one of the only companies that is constantly revising and improving their products instead of just being content to sell the same thing year in and year out.

very very true.

project-D180 · 01-28-2010, 10:54 AM

i have the megan runnin 5 years strong .. i beat the crap out of them and their still holdin on

PoorMans180SX · 01-28-2010, 12:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by adrians_s13

very very true.

Actually, Parts Shop MAX just came out with their Version 2 tension rods, which have the forged heim joint. They're always developing new stuff.

DreamN · 01-28-2010, 01:52 PM

I have Battle Version and they're great pieces. Only others I'd consider would be SPL.

I LUV MY S13 · 01-28-2010, 02:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by xpertsnowcarver

SPLs are okay... They rust quickly if you don't lube and cover the pillowpall area. The small rubber rings do not cover the pillowball very well and dry up and start cracking within a year. I have had them for two years now. I have yet to try other brands.

mine were exactly the same...i honestly think teins are better

LayNLow · 01-28-2010, 03:29 PM

PBM for me. Until I fucked one of them up pretty badly but that was my fault. I will be getting another set when I get some more $$$ to go on my new hatch.

rage · 01-28-2010, 07:47 PM

how much superior are the ikeya formula/megan/whatever style tension rods? does that type joint help with slammed cars?

bardabe · 01-28-2010, 08:11 PM

I'm probably going o get flamed, but Revo Technica are really good. i havent had a problem with them in all the years i owned S chassis and I even had some on my Z32

kandyflip445 · 01-28-2010, 09:49 PM

I've had SPL ever since I bought my car, years back. The version 1's. lol

datboibrad · 01-28-2010, 09:56 PM

pbm seems to be the only one to adjust from both ends.. hmm

01-27-2010, 10:09 AM	#1
Flicktitty Post Whore! Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Wisconsin Age: 34 Posts: 3,685 Trader Rating: (13) Feedback Score: 13 reviews	best S13 front tension rod on the market today. Hey guy's last winter i was going through the stock 200K + mile suspesnion and put "newer GARBAGE" on the car, and not 1000 miles and less then a year it' JUNK. so there for i am looking for some good stuff. the car is really only driven a few times a week when it's nice out. here are just a few, if there are anymore please let me know. Kazama Pillow ball tension rod Tein pillow ball Peak SPL JIC Powered by Max Cusco Battle Version Others? __________________ 2JZ-GTE Swapped S13 Coupe - 1994 Supra Turbo

01-27-2010, 10:33 AM	#2
*FaLKoN240* Super Moderator Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: SF Bay Area Posts: 16,761 Trader Rating: (73) Feedback Score: 73 reviews	I voted SPL but you forgot BattleVersion. __________________ Best way to do business with me? Make your best offer FIRST.

01-27-2010, 12:41 PM	#5
usdm180sx Post Whore! Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: 562 Posts: 4,807 Trader Rating: (5) Rides Gallery: usdm180sx Feedback Score: 5 reviews	Damn peak is beefy as fuck __________________ -Norm!

01-27-2010, 02:04 PM	#7
murda-c Post Whore! Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Montgomery County, MD Age: 33 Posts: 3,197 Trader Rating: (1) Feedback Score: 1 reviews	SPL with the brake cooling deflectors. __________________

01-27-2010, 02:42 PM	#11
s13 @ fullboost Spirit Of Ecstasy Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Simi Valley, CA Posts: 2,531 Trader Rating: (15) Feedback Score: 15 reviews	My tein ones are teh shit I fucking love them super beefy my caster is just the way I want them never had a single prob with them __________________

View Poll Results: Best s13 tension rods on the market.
Kazama	14	8.33%
Tein	14	8.33%
Peak	12	7.14%
SPL	66	39.29%
JIC	3	1.79%
Powered by Max	42	25.00%
Cusco	9	5.36%
Others	23	13.69%
Multiple Choice Poll. Voters: 168. You may not vote on this poll

01-27-2010, 11:51 AM	#3
Gorilla Unit 33 Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Philly Posts: 374 Trader Rating: (3) Feedback Score: 3 reviews	What those pictures fail to show is how much more beefier the SPL ones are then some of the others you posted. In person the choice after comparing is much easier. SPL, hands down. Not to mention the threaded holes for the optional brake ducts are a plus!!!

01-27-2010, 12:37 PM	#4
SR240DET Zilvia FREAK! Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: orida Posts: 1,488 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	As far as strength, I doubt any of those arms will bend/break under normal to hard driving conditions. With that said, you should choose an arm that has a rod end with inch threading for easier and cheaper replacements down the road when the rod end wears out. Japanese and china brands have metric threading, and the choice is limited in metric threading here in the states.

01-27-2010, 02:24 PM	#8
udon! Nissanaholic! Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: So-Cal Posts: 2,025 Trader Rating: (5) Feedback Score: 5 reviews	lol @ jic hhhhhhhhh

01-27-2010, 02:38 PM	#10
Choku_Dorian Zilvia Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: WADE County Age: 34 Posts: 179 Trader Rating: (1) Feedback Score: 1 reviews	been running spl's for a few years. alot of peeps like BV and PBM as well.

01-27-2010, 04:00 PM	#12
urmyhero4now Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Bay Area Posts: 437 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	spl all day. __________________ http://sanjosecarsandcoffee.com

01-27-2010, 04:03 PM	#13
mothon Zilvia Addict Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: oklahoma Age: 35 Posts: 802 Trader Rating: (2) Feedback Score: 2 reviews	I currently run kazamas but I am switching to spc's. SPL is probably your best choice if you are wanting to run solid links. __________________ instagram: mothon22

01-27-2010, 05:04 PM	#14
BlitzRPS13 Zilvia Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Edmonton, AB, Canada Posts: 244 Trader Rating: (3) Feedback Score: 3 reviews	I don't think you would have any problems with any of those. Some may be more beefier than others though.. depends on your application.

01-27-2010, 05:10 PM	#15
adrians_s13 Post Whore! Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: long beach, CA ^_^ Age: 36 Posts: 2,877 Trader Rating: (29) Feedback Score: 29 reviews	I vote SPL. __________________ @adrianfromthecastle

01-27-2010, 05:10 PM	#16
M11's Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Liberty Lake, Wa Age: 30 Posts: 334 Trader Rating: (1) Feedback Score: 1 reviews	SPL all the way. They're the beefiest around and at good price. __________________ WELCOME TO THE SHITTY WOK

01-27-2010, 05:16 PM	#17
xpertsnowcarver Post Whore! Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: LA, CA Posts: 2,667 Trader Rating: (44) Feedback Score: 44 reviews	SPLs are okay... They rust quickly if you don't lube and cover the pillowpall area. The small rubber rings do not cover the pillowball very well and dry up and start cracking within a year. I have had them for two years now. I have yet to try other brands. __________________ My YouTube Channel

01-27-2010, 05:24 PM	#18
Sileighty_85 Post Whore! Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Misawa, Japan Posts: 6,815 Trader Rating: (8) Feedback Score: 8 reviews	I got Battle Version on my S13, Great arms, Never had any issues with them, still going strong. I also have have the Full ISIS Kit on my DD S14, Great bang for your buck, Beefy rods. Installed easy and work great. __________________ 後輪駆動車１番 1989 Built SR GT2871R -363whp 1998 S14 W/RB25- 250ish (For Now) 1986 SR86 - 200ish 1990 R32 GTR - 320hp Don't Buy Engines from JDM-Online http://zilvia.net/f/businesses/207457-jdm-online.html Don't Buy XS-Power or SSAC Shit

01-28-2010, 10:54 AM	#22
project-D180 Zilvia Addict Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: south caroloina Posts: 987 Trader Rating: (2) Feedback Score: 2 reviews	i have the megan runnin 5 years strong .. i beat the crap out of them and their still holdin on

01-28-2010, 01:52 PM	#24
DreamN Post Whore! Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: SoCal - 818 Age: 36 Posts: 10,691 Trader Rating: (54) Rides Gallery: DreamN Feedback Score: 54 reviews	I have Battle Version and they're great pieces. Only others I'd consider would be SPL. __________________ - Jimmy Wanted: TBD For Sale: TBD

01-28-2010, 03:29 PM	#26
LayNLow Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: memphis tn Posts: 346 Trader Rating: (1) Feedback Score: 1 reviews	PBM for me. Until I fucked one of them up pretty badly but that was my fault. I will be getting another set when I get some more $$$ to go on my new hatch. __________________

01-28-2010, 07:47 PM	#27
rage Leaky Injector Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: houston, tx Age: 35 Posts: 91 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	how much superior are the ikeya formula/megan/whatever style tension rods? does that type joint help with slammed cars?

01-28-2010, 08:11 PM	#28
bardabe Post Whore! Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: SoCal Age: 31 Posts: 4,716 Trader Rating: (10) Rides Gallery: bardabe Feedback Score: 10 reviews	I'm probably going o get flamed, but Revo Technica are really good. i havent had a problem with them in all the years i owned S chassis and I even had some on my Z32 __________________ Review Thread

01-28-2010, 09:49 PM	#29
kandyflip445 Post Whore! Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Arden, NC Age: 36 Posts: 4,460 Trader Rating: (1) Rides Gallery: kandyflip445 Feedback Score: 1 reviews	I've had SPL ever since I bought my car, years back. The version 1's. lol __________________ My 240 vBgarage

01-28-2010, 09:56 PM	#30
datboibrad Zilvia Addict Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: tx Posts: 636 Trader Rating: (1) Feedback Score: 1 reviews	pbm seems to be the only one to adjust from both ends.. hmm

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