Brake and sway bar upgrade questions

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Originally Posted by 64C10Fleet

The more I think about it, I'm not sure the rear sway bar will make that much of a difference.

Just remember, a sway bar induces understeer to the opposite end of the vehicle while increasing oversteer to the installed side of the vehicle. Thus, a rear sway bar will increase front understeer (plowing through corners) while increasing oversteer in the rear. When the truck is balanced (nearly equivalent sized bars front and rear in the neighborhood of 1" to 1 & 1/2") you will notice a slight amount of oversteer in both the front and the rear. This will noticeable increase the ability of the vehicle to take corners at higher speeds. Whether or not you value taking corners at higher speeds is an entirely subjective decision revolving around your intended use of the truck and your driving style.

(See the "Make it Handle" thread in the "Suspension" section...)