What they should is find the closest member to them and do a trial and error fit until it is right. Then go full bore into manufacturing them. Do all the bending and fitting prior to heat treating and powdercoating so they don't spend all that money on a bunch of swaybars that will not work. The thing that gets me is don't they have a swaybar that already works? Why don't they reproduce that design in a larger diameter???
They do, but it doesn't have the adjustable ends, which is the whole idea, with having them made..... Anyone have a picture of the rear? Is it ok?
I've got mine installed. Not quite as effective but its there. I cant use the outer hole as there is interference with my coilovers So Im just using the center. Inner hole would likely be too stiff for everyday use. Besides the obvious problem with the bar, it fits well. I agree though that it shouldnt be that hard to make a larger diameter adjustable bar. Just use a larger diameter bar in the usual template, make the ends a little longer for the extra holes and make them parallel to each other. Drill holes and DONE!
Chris, I'm just curious as to what is your measurement from the center of the frame alignment hole to the front of the bracket. Is your car to modified to compare to a stock car like mine? I'm getting 11 3/8. I believe the standard bar was 10 ½. I'm trying to keep the bar ends and the U bolts parallel to the ground but this does not allow the bracket to sit flush on the frame rail. Also, the top bushing seemed too tall and was pushing the head of the bolt into the frame. I ended up grinding down the bushing. Micah
I think thats your problem. You cant make the bar ends parallel to the ground. They didnt bend it properly. If you are anywhere close to parallel, you may have the bar upside down. I did that when I first tried installing it as well. Im not sure what you are talking about here.
I just got off the phone with John. He expresses his sincerest apologies for the incompetence of the factory. Here's what we are going to do... He is going to bend the adjustable ends down to make them parallel to the frame rails (side view photo), then bend the adjustable ends in to make them parallel to each other (overhead view photo), and make the "kick-up" to the ends more vertical (closer to 90*) to align the adjustment holes better with the lower control arm mount point. He will have a prototype bar bent and sent to me for trial fit. Upon my approval, he will then make the rest. He's not sure why the factory failed to include corrected hardware or ANY hardware for that matter this time but will get that resolved as well.
chris, as this whole thing still needs sorting out - will there be a chance to jump on the wagon and get some more bars made? i would have to get mine shipped internationally, that's why i hesitated in the first place. looks that was not too bad of a decision...
Sounds like what they should of done the first time around At least they are open to working with you to get it done right!!!
LOL... Thats what he said. He also mentioned that he has been working on a Ferrari order since January they cant get right as well.
Chris, Great, thanks for getting in contact with him. You made mention of an issue with the rear bar. Was there any discussion on that? I don't want to drill and weld only to find the rear bar needs to be replaced. My car is sitting up on jack stands now, just waiting for me to drill some holes. Micah
Below is what I meant regarding the rear bar upper bushing. The bolt head was making contact with the frame and I figured I could never get a wrench in there if I needed to. i ground the bushing down flat. This also allowed the lower bushing centering lip to fit into the mounting hole. It gave me enough room to get a full sized nut in there too, since I could not find a fine thread jam nut.
I did not purchase a rear bar so I have no idea of any issues there might be with its design. Only that hardware is missing.
Chris, Sorry about that. I forgot you had a different rear end. I thought the front bar did not fit at all and you were talking about getting the rear in. I will be installing the same front end as yours. So, I hope the issues with the coil overs are resolved. Well, I installed the rear. I took it out for a test drive. It was short and I did not punish it too much. There were no issues. Previously, when I went into a corner hard, I had to hold on to keep in my seat since the body rolled so much. Now, it is very flat and much quicker to turn. I did not notice any body roll. I’m eager to see what an improvement the front bar will be. Micah
