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Oct 29, 2010 | 06:34 PM

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evilkal

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Eh if I replace parts in the suspension, I always go with new links/bushings.

You can reuse exhaust gaskets but I opted not to =P

So basically $185 for a set of SS sways with bushings and endlinks. Still not a bad price tbh lol

Oct 29, 2010 | 06:43 PM

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libertyforall1776

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Well considering the SLP RS Content card mentions that they include revised endlinks and stiffer bushings verses standard Camaro components -- I would definitely get updated ones at the same time you upgrade the bars...

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Originally Posted by Gorn

Looks like the reason the front bushing kit is so cheap is because it does not have the links. I am not sure where the "Kit" part comes in. Add another 10-15 bucks. You could reuse your current links.

Oct 30, 2010 | 04:19 AM

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Yeah I agree. I don't really like the idea of reusing parts on my car and newer parts will always be a better way to go. Maybe those endlinks are about ready to go heh. Ya never kno.

Oct 30, 2010 | 11:02 AM

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libertyforall1776

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Both my front endlink bolts broke when I removed them to do my front shocks on my RS -- broke right below the nut/top washer. It was rusted up real good.

Oct 30, 2010 | 11:20 AM

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Try some PB Blaster next time. I live by that stuff in my garage lol. It's saved me many bolts and stripped studs in the past. I've had bolts so rusted on some cars that you gotta do it several times in a few days to get them to loosen up but they eventually come free.

Oct 30, 2010 | 01:03 PM

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libertyforall1776

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^ I usually use it, can't recall if I did that time -- regardless, the endlinks aren't expensive, and after 8 yrs -- they were ready to be replaced anyhow.

Oct 30, 2010 | 04:02 PM

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libertyforall1776

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Here's a V8 front sway for $35! (be sure to verify the size)
http://www.ls1tech.com/forums/parts-...ect-cheap.html

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Originally Posted by Gorn

I am not taking sides, wife is good at the whole ebay thing and I am a cheap SOB.

$25 Rear sway bar (Used) http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/82-02...Q5fAccessories
$18 shipping
$26.32 Rear bushing kit http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Energ...Q5fAccessories
$10 shipping
$59 front sway bar 32 MM http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/93-02...Q5fAccessories
Free shipping
$10.89 Front bushing kit http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Energ...Q5fAccessories
$10 shipping

Total $159.21
Nice upgrade for the cost if you like to carve corners.

Nov 2, 2010 | 09:23 PM

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Bankos66

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thanksfor the input guys

Nov 2, 2010 | 09:57 PM

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Quote:

Originally Posted by libertyforall1776

Here's a V8 front sway for $35! (be sure to verify the size)
http://www.ls1tech.com/forums/parts-...ect-cheap.html

My understanding is the hollow 32mm was only on the WS6 and SS.

Nov 2, 2010 | 10:57 PM

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libertyforall1776

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From the RS thread, we also know 32/19 mm sways were optional content on the RS and I'm sure Z28s too...

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My understanding is the hollow 32mm was only on the WS6 and SS.

Last edited by libertyforall1776; Nov 3, 2010 at 01:00 PM.

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