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Old 05-29-09, 03:29 PM
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Default Sage vs Exact RCA?

Is there any difference in qualty between the front Sage RCA's vs Exact RCA's? I'm thinking about buying a pair for my gs430 lowered on Tein Coilover's CS. Any shared experience would be appreciated.
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Both SAGE and EXACT's front RCA are made of high grade aluminum. SAGE is 30mm....while EXACT is 38mm.

SAGE rear RCA is made of high grade aluminum....30mm. EXACT is made of steel....I dont know the height....Im sure Glen can comment on this. Both rears are adjustable for camber...offers 3 fixed camber settings.

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yeah glen jump in haha or read up on it on the other thread....
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Aluminum would be the preferred material (corrosion resistance/weight).
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Originally Posted by macd7919
Aluminum would be the preferred material (corrosion resistance/weight).

Is it strong enough for the rear (aluminum)? It's not like the front rca, where it is sandwhiched,...it's has to be very strong.
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I haven't actually gone over the rear Rca's more than a passing glance, I was referring more to the front rca's but even so there is a good chance aluminum could be used to make a rear RCA. Aluminum is less prone to bending than steel but again I would need to sit down and do the math for that particular application. Theoretically it should be possible though.
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Originally Posted by macd7919
I haven't actually gone over the rear Rca's more than a passing glance, I was referring more to the front rca's but even so there is a good chance aluminum could be used to make a rear RCA. Aluminum is less prone to bending than steel but again I would need to sit down and do the math for that particular application. Theoretically it should be possible though.
I would think at minimum would be T6061.....and higher grade is sufficient.

You Zealand Body's rear RCA is made of high grade aluminum....in fact...their entire line of SS Kits (RCA)...front and rears.... are made of aluminum.
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The Sage will stand up better over time do the the material & finish. Just examine your undercarriage for reference.. The exact material and finish can be found on the Exact RCA. Both are great products. But, if you live in the North East & or snow country, I would go with a coated or anodized product.
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good thing to know... luckly i live in the west coast
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