Allright Guy's, this is a one time offer! A chance to own a piece of
Legend Performance Part History!
For Sale here is the Jig Pattern used to create the IDS line of Strut Tower Bars!
All clearances and measurements are accounted for, and a bar that fits this Jig will fit a G2 Legend perfectly!
Here is a Little History...
IDS V-1
The design behind the IDS V-1 bar was concieved during the original R&D (2005) of the first IDS strut tower bar. However when the production of the Original IDS bar began, the V-1 (singular tube) design was surpassed and stored away. Recently, when going through our inventory, someone happened upon the V-1 prototype on the shelf. Since the majority of the Legend community is looking for a highly functional, cost-effective alternative to the MLS/MLS-copy bar, the IDS V-1 bar was born.The singular 1.5" 304 stainless steel oval tube design of the IDS V-1 bar allows production cost to be decreased, thus passing along the savings to the performance minded Legend Enthusiast. Also included are 0.5 inch solid 304 Stainless Steel mounting feet, precision cut by a computer-controlled waterjet CNC machine. The IDS V-1 bar weighs in at roughly 4-5 lbs.
Please Click
HERE for a review.
For more pictures of the V-1, click
HERE.
IDS PRO
The IDS PRO strut tower bar is the Second generation spawning from the Original IDS strut bar (2005). The IDS PRO bar provides an updated fitment for all engine configurations including Type 1, Type 2, and 3.5 legend applications. The PRO bar is constructed in a twin-bar style design utilizing 7/8" solid 304 Stainless Steel bar stock, and also includes the .5" solid 304 stainless steel Waterjet CNC precision cut mounting feet also used on the IDS V-1 bar. To be honest, the IDS PRO is the M-1 Abrams T-A-N-K of the strut bars available for the Legend. Its fully solid construction provides a level of fortification (increasing frame rigidity)between the Strut towers previously unseen in preceeding Legend-Specific bars. However, due to the nature of its construction, the IDS PRO bar weighs in at around a hefty 14 lbs. The IDS PRO strut tower bar represents the absolute PREMIUM in suspension upgrades for the legend.
Pictures are available
HERE
On behalf of senior member HINOW, the following review of the IDS PRO is presented:
"Matt, if you recall, I bought the first production bar after yours, and am 110% satisfied. Keep in mind, I have had the KMS, original MLS from Japan, MLS copy, and the IDS bars. I may be in the market for another IDS too."
-Hinow, memeber since 2003
**UPDATED REVIEW**
Quote:
Originally Posted by Telion
*******IDS Pro Performance Bar Review*******
When I was looking for a strut bar I wanted something that had the best of both worlds being presence and performance. I found this in the IDS bar. It was solid in construction with excellent welds and bends, a great design, solid overall craftsmanship and a polished aluminum shine. I knew I had found the right bar for me. I also knew that I was taking a chance because it was a new product developed for our cars by a fellow Legend owner TND-KA7. As one who had once been in the position of being new to the forum and attempting to deliver a product that others could enjoy I took a shot at it to be pleasantly surprised, this bar performs as good as it looks
Once the bar was on I could immediately feel the improvement in my cars handling which also has the front and rear addco bar. It even seemed to create a little better balance for the front ADDCO bar making the over all performance of my car even better; there was no turn I feared and the ride had even smoothed out a great deal.
As soon as I get through some other needed work I assure you I will have another IDS Bar, I had to sell my bar because it was designed for the TI and was a little too tight (older version) for the 3.5 with the TII manifold. Excellent bar and a great guy!
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Pricing is as follows, and is subject to change with the fluctuation of steel prices.
IDS V-1 Strut Tower Bar: **I will provide the Buyer w/ the most recent prices.
IDS PRO Strut Tower Bar: **See Above**
**NOTE**: The issue relating to the relocation of the AC Line commonly experienced during the use of the MLS/MLS-copy has been corrected in the design of the IDS.
Reason For Selling
For both my partner (fabricator) and myself, having to sell the means to which we made these bars leaves a bit of an empty feeling. Into this pattern setup went many hot summer afternoons of work, toiling away at the small details. This setup is more or less a memory in tangible form, any none of us enjoy having to forget.
The fact of the matter is, Quinton, my fabricator is having to go in a different direction with his business (food grade stainless steel deployments). The current market (and the IRS) have forced Quinton to move his business out on the road, spending months at a time putting together everything from water purification plants, to Dairy applications. So, without a shop, this hobby has got to seek an end.
I have considered keeping the pattern for myself, but I don't personally have the skills or equipment necessary to even dream of trying this. And quite honestly, I don't want to have to seek out and sell another fabricator on the specifics here in town, since it was something Quinton and I worked on together.
So here's you chance.
Jig Pattern Pictures
HERE
The Bottom Line
This setup will include the
pattern apparatus, and 2 sets (four total) of
Precision Water-Jet Machined Mounting Feet.
This, in the hands of a capable fabricator, will be an Ready-Made setup of sorts.
Due to the nature of the package, the mass of hours spent on its construction, and its ability to provide an instant production potential...
The price will be $750 + shipping + any paypal fees should that be your payment method of choice.
I will also accept personal Checks, however,
Full Payment will be required and cleared before it is shipped!
**All Reasonable Offers will also be considered...**
Regards,
Matt