Hey DeanoD, did the sway kit come with the bolts for mounting the sway bar bushings or do I need to get my own? It says it comes with mounting hardwhare but not sure if bolts are included. If I need to buy some, could you possibly tell me the size, threads and such so I can get them at a hardwhare store rather than the dealer. Thanks a lot man.....John
#2036, "I need to know a few more details first" In response to Reply # 0
I am guessing that you do not already have a rear sway bar installed. You will need the GS-T rear lower control arms(2 each), The rear GS-T endlinks(2 each), Nuts for the endlinks(4 each), Rear sway bar mounting brackets(2 each)and Rear sway bar mounting bracket bolts(4 each).
Amount needed Part Number List Price Your Price 2 brackets mb515245 $4.98 $3.98ea 4 bolts mf241251 $.50 $.40ea 4 nuts mb288653 $.65 $.52 2 links mb892982 $12.47 $9.98ea 2 arms mr131754 $39.28 $31.42ea
Your total cost of all parts required to do the job is $94.40 plus tax or shipping. Add this to the cost of your sways and there you have it. I set mine on full stiff on front and the car is fairly neutral with a bit of understeer....yum yum. I also did not get an alignment afterward and my tires are wearing perfectly after 22K miles. If your lower control arms just drop right out when removing the hardware and the new ones slip right into place without any hassle, you probably will not need it aligned.
The suspension technique sways come with front and rear bars(2 each) and front and rear poly sway bar bushings(4 each). That is it. The bushings fit with factory brackets. Here is a hint. Do the job on a lift and have someone hold the bracket in place when trying to start the bolt with your fingers. The poly bushings are a snug fit and there is no extra room. Remember this: you only need to lube the inner part of the poly bushing with the silicone lube stuff. Wipe any extra off that squirts out after the job is done, or it will collect lots of sand. Save the left over stuff someplace in case you need to remove your bars later and then reinstall them.
I suggest ordering the parts you do not have from the dealer. The weight is minimal for shipping from another dealer if you do not have a local dealer that gives you a 20/25% discount. I know the bolt head on the bracket bushings is 12mm and the endlink bolts are 14mm. I am not sure about thread sizing etc. Save yourself a headache later on and get the correct hardware. The cost is minimal to do the job correctly.
If you need further help with any of it, you know where to e-mail me.
#2037, "RE: I need to know a few more details first" In response to Reply # 1
Thanks man....I already have the GST lower control arm with the end links still in them. I just needed to know if the kit came with the brakets and bolts. I'll order the rest today.
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