How To: Install BWoody Sway Bar End Links...

Discussion in 'How-To/Tech Database' started by 1bad4dr, Nov 20, 2008.

  1. 1bad4dr

    1bad4dr Mr. Meany

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    This is a very easy, hour and a half project.

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    Tools needed.

    21mm Deep Socket, Ratchet, and 4" Extension
    3/4" Socket
    5/16" Hex (Allen) Wrench
    Vise Grips
    Breaker Bar
    Torque Wrench
    16mm Open end Wrench
    15mm Open/Closed end Wrench
    Floor Jack
    Lug Wrench
    Floor Stands

    The Front End Links will require the 21mm Deep Socket, Ratchet, 4" Extension, Breaker Bar, and Vise Grips to remove the OEM end links.

    My suggestion would be to first break loose the mounting nut, then apply the Vise Grips in the picture shown below.

    Upper Vise Grip Position
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    Lower position
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    Once the mounting nuts are removed, simply take out the OEM End Links.

    Now, get the 5/16" Allen Wrench and 3/4" Socket and supplied bolts and nuts to install the new BWoody Front End Links.

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    Next, removal of the rear OEM End Links.

    For this, you will need the 15mm and 16mm wrenches. Remove both the upper and lower bolts (be careful not to round the bolt and nut ends as you will need to reuse these.

    Replace with the BWoody rear End Links and your are finished.

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    Here is the side by side of the Front End Links

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    And the Rear End Links

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  2. The "Reverend" CoolFlo

    The "Reverend" CoolFlo 300C - C = Classy!!

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    hmmm .. no comments .. thanks Ron. I am gonna do a set next week!
     
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    WikedSRT8 New Member

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    Wow, what a difference in the end links. How much does this change the ride/handling of the car?
     
  4. The "Reverend" CoolFlo

    The "Reverend" CoolFlo 300C - C = Classy!!

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    thats what I'm saying .. it seems stupid to change the sways without changing the end links. You probably wont get the full use out of the sways with the movement happening in the end links no?
     
  5. 1bad4dr

    1bad4dr Mr. Meany

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    haha no love Anthony, except for Wiked below. lol And the install is very easy. Shouldn't take longer than an hour. haha
    Yea, HUGE difference. It tightened up the cornering (body roll) fairly well. I think upgrading the sway's as well is a KILLER combo and a must. Yea, I need to add the sways one day.
     
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    Stretch Silver Supporting Members

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    So where's the group buy on this combo... and which sway is the best?
     
  7. The "Reverend" CoolFlo

    The "Reverend" CoolFlo 300C - C = Classy!!

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    I want to punch myself in the fuckin face for not doing this when I added my sways ..
     
  8. 1bad4dr

    1bad4dr Mr. Meany

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    lol
     
  9. WikedSRT8

    WikedSRT8 New Member

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    How expensive are these?
     
  10. 1bad4dr

    1bad4dr Mr. Meany

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    Bud GG EVO IX MR

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    Thanks Ron for the writeup. I "need" these and sub frame connectors!
     
  12. sdcarguy

    sdcarguy A bit off

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    wow isnt this the 2nd time you posted this and still no credit to me for a few of the pics ;) yes they made a big diff and also got rid of a few clunks i had :)
     
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    Bud GG EVO IX MR

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    Looks like you just got the credit! :cry::huglove:
     
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    Stretch Silver Supporting Members

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    Ya.... but what color to get... too many choices! Red to match the new sways, black to blend in, or blue for the paint!?
     
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    SRTLUVR Detailing "Go-to" Guy

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    Man. I can't believe I haven't done this yet either.......thanks for spending $250 for me Ron........:)
     
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    Stretch Silver Supporting Members

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    I think you should make him pay for it!
     
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    1bad4dr Mr. Meany

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    lolololololol :ronlove:
     
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    NetNathan Not the Momma

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    Can you feel the diff?
     
  19. The "Reverend" CoolFlo

    The "Reverend" CoolFlo 300C - C = Classy!!

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    I feel partly responsible for this ... dont get the wrong ideas ... I'm not going to buy yours for you, but I should get at least a discount from BWoody!

    mine will be in early next week .. LOL

    fuckin How-To threads ..
     
  20. Quick

    Quick Mgmt. - I can't help you

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    It's Brembo red right? That was easy.