Suspension Techniques Swaybars Swaybars/Braces

Suspension Techniques Swaybars Swaybars/Braces 

DESCRIPTION

Performance swaybars.

USER REVIEWS

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[Jun 26, 2001]
Daven
Model Reviewed: 97 Civic EX (coupe)

Strength:

Reduces body roll drastically through windy turns. Makes a stock Civic (which is scary when driven at 100mph) feel totally stable doing rapid lane changes on the freeway. Ride is slightly rougher, but it feels 5x tighter and WAAAAYY more advanced (like an ITR has rougher ride than a GSR, but it feels much better) and smoother through turns.

Weakness:

WORST INSTRUCTIONS EVER!!!...READING THEM WILL ONLY MAKE YOU MORE CONFUSED. The front bar is a snap because you take out the OEM bar and put the new one in the exact place, but the rear one is a b!tch to install if you use jacks and do it yourself (that's what I did). Requires drilling holes and you've gotta be strong if you only have 12" clearance under the car when you've jacked it up. If you aren't comfortable doing that I recommend getting a shop to do it.

If your car doesn't have both front AND REAR swaybars when it comes stock (all non-Si Civics, some Integras), then you need this! If I only did one mod to my car, this would be it.

Even if you keep your suspension unmodified, this is a fantastic mod and I recommend it before changing the shocks or springs.

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Much cheaper than any other brand, and just as good. I've had mine for 2 years and they work just as well as new, except the grease that came on it has worn of so it squeaks a little, but only when you're driving into/out of parking lots or other uneven pavement surfaces.

OVERALL
RATING
5
VALUE
RATING
4
[Aug 19, 2001]
John Seddon
Model Reviewed: 1995 Accord EX-R Coupe

Strength:

Great quality product for the price, including bushings and mounts. Great result on performance (when used correctly).

Weakness:

Rear end can pop out (unintended oversteer) if you hit a large bump on a hard corner.

All I have to say is watch out and make way! Mundane sloppy handling characteristecs are a thing of the past for my car. The front sway bar maintained the stock size, but is solid instead of being hollow, and the rear is 3mm larger in diameter. Both the front and rear sets require different mounting points to the car. However, just slapping these bad boys on isn't for amateurs. Stiffer sway bars require more driving technique (especially weight transfer), or you can kiss you car goodbye. My car (despite its size) has almost no body roll, and can even hang in there with the big boys. I even have a new favorite thing: highway onramps!

Similar Products Used:

None

OVERALL
RATING
5
VALUE
RATING
5
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