Factory Sway Bar Install help - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

slick copper · 09-26-2011, 12:39 AM

Just bought a used factory sway bar off of here and need some help. My truck doesnt' have a sway bar, and wanted to improve the handling. The front end dips pretty bad in corners.
Would like some pics/info on mounting location of swaybar! And of installed sway bar. Any help will be greatly appreciated!

72gmcshorty · 09-26-2011, 01:17 AM

just like this.....

slick copper · 09-26-2011, 03:49 AM

Thanks! Need a few more angles though. That's a good start! Also would the bolt holes already be in my frame? Or will I have to drill?!

Andy4639 · 09-26-2011, 07:48 AM

This is my 71 front bar.
I had to drill 2 holes I think. It's been awhile.

Tx Firefighter · 09-26-2011, 12:10 PM

Everything you need to know right here....

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...ad.php?t=72338

SCOTI · 09-26-2011, 01:25 PM

^^ Great write-up!! ^^

slick copper · 09-27-2011, 04:42 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tx Firefighter

Everything you need to know right here....

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...ad.php?t=72338

Thanks! Exactly what I needed! Thanks everyone!

slick copper · 09-30-2011, 06:36 AM

Got another question! In that thread some mentioned they bolted it directly to the frame. Is that ok? Would it cause any problems?

6772owner · 09-30-2011, 10:32 AM

To my knowledge, directly to the frame is mostly for lowered trucks, you want the sway bar to stay somewhat "level" with the frame. Im not sure how much lowering it requires to go directly to the frame, I am using the Early Classic "lowered" mounting brackets for my sway bar currently.

I may go straight to the frame after I get drop spindles and re-configure my lower control arm/air bag situation....

kieth · 09-30-2011, 10:48 AM

Drop spindles should not change the sway bar but the air bags and cups will later on. Kieth

6772owner · 09-30-2011, 12:56 PM

I agree, I guess I should've have stated that it was mostly due to changing the lower arms and the about of drop I will have at the arms when aired out. (Which should be better with the drop spindles because of my unique set up currently)

Thank you for clarifying/correcting me!!

slick copper · 09-30-2011, 02:52 PM

So since I'm gonna keep stock hieght ( I think anyway) May do 1" drop springs. I don't wanna go too low, just the style I'm going for. I should use the Factory brackets, or at least ECE brackets?

6772owner · 09-30-2011, 06:16 PM

I would say so, I think it would be hard to mount the bar at stock height straight to the frame. The ECE brackets are about half the "height" (drop really) of the stock bracket I beleive. Some else can probably confirm this as well....

SCOTI · 09-30-2011, 11:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 6772owner

I would say so, I think it would be hard to mount the bar at stock height straight to the frame. The ECE brackets are about half the "height" (drop really) of the stock bracket I beleive. Some else can probably confirm this as well....

ECE brackets are about 1/2 the height of the stock units.
Mounting directly to the frame is about the same amount of change.

slick copper · 10-01-2011, 12:07 AM

Thanks guys! I think that clears it up! I'll use the stock brackets for now, if I drop I'll get ECE brackets!

slick copper · 10-12-2011, 06:04 AM

Going to get bolts to bolt my swaybar up. Anyone know what length to use? I know I need grade 8 bolts and I think 3/8" in diameter.

71tahoe · 10-12-2011, 09:09 AM

3/8 x 1 will work but you will need to use longer ones to get the bushings compressed first. Or just use the longer ones but extra thread sticking out is one of my pet peaves.

slick copper · 10-12-2011, 01:08 PM

Thanks! Yeah, I'm the same way!

09-26-2011, 12:39 AM	#1
slick copper Registered User Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Richmond, KY Posts: 1,137	Factory Sway Bar Install help Just bought a used factory sway bar off of here and need some help. My truck doesnt' have a sway bar, and wanted to improve the handling. The front end dips pretty bad in corners. Would like some pics/info on mounting location of swaybar! And of installed sway bar. Any help will be greatly appreciated! __________________ Raymond 1967 Chevy C/10 LWB Custom Optioned "big window truck" AKA Copper. My build thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=452594 The story of how I got the truck:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=450939 Ole Smokey Build Thread 2002 Silverado 8.1L Crew Cab SOLDhttp://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=618402

09-26-2011, 01:17 AM	#2
72gmcshorty Registered User Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: North Delta, British Columbia Posts: 1,344	Re: Factory Sway Bar Install help just like this..... Attached Images __________________ 1992 Gmc 2wd 1972 Chevy Blazer 2wd

09-26-2011, 03:49 AM	#3
slick copper Registered User Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Richmond, KY Posts: 1,137	Re: Factory Sway Bar Install help Thanks! Need a few more angles though. That's a good start! Also would the bolt holes already be in my frame? Or will I have to drill?! __________________ Raymond 1967 Chevy C/10 LWB Custom Optioned "big window truck" AKA Copper. My build thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=452594 The story of how I got the truck:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=450939 Ole Smokey Build Thread 2002 Silverado 8.1L Crew Cab SOLDhttp://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=618402

09-26-2011, 07:48 AM	#4
Andy4639 Old member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Liberty, & Garden City S.C. , U.S. Posts: 19,945	Re: Factory Sway Bar Install help This is my 71 front bar. I had to drill 2 holes I think. It's been awhile. __________________ 1971 LWB Custom, 6.0LS & 4L80E, Speedhut.com GPS speedometer & gauges with A/C. 20" Boss 338's Grey wheels 4 wheel disc brakes. My Driver Seeing the USA in a 71 Upstate SC GM Truck Club 2013,14 and 2016 Hot Rod Pour Tour http://upstategmtrucks.com/ Get out and drive the truck this summer and have some fun! It sucks not being able to hear! LWB trucks rule, if you don't think so measure your SWB! After talking to tech support at Air Lift I have found out that the kit I need is 60811. Per the measurements I gave them. Ride height of truck inside spring and inside diameter of springs.

09-26-2011, 12:10 PM	#5
Tx Firefighter Watch out for your cornhole ! Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Azle, Texas Posts: 14,162	Re: Factory Sway Bar Install help Everything you need to know right here.... http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...ad.php?t=72338 __________________ I'm on the Instagram- @Gearhead_Kevin

09-26-2011, 01:25 PM	#6
SCOTI Registered User Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: DALLAS,TX Posts: 22,068	Re: Factory Sway Bar Install help ^^ Great write-up!! ^^ __________________ 67SWB-B.B.RetroRod 64SWB-Recycle 89CCDually-Driver/Tow Truck 99CCSWB Driver All Fleetsides @rattlecankustoms in IG Building a small, high rpm engine with the perfect bore, stroke and rod ratio is very impressive. It's like a highly skilled Morrocan sword fighter with a Damascus Steel Scimitar..... *Cubic inches is like Indiana Jones with a cheap pistol.*

09-30-2011, 06:36 AM	#8
slick copper Registered User Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Richmond, KY Posts: 1,137	Re: Factory Sway Bar Install help Got another question! In that thread some mentioned they bolted it directly to the frame. Is that ok? Would it cause any problems? __________________ Raymond 1967 Chevy C/10 LWB Custom Optioned "big window truck" AKA Copper. My build thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=452594 The story of how I got the truck:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=450939 Ole Smokey Build Thread 2002 Silverado 8.1L Crew Cab SOLDhttp://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=618402

09-30-2011, 10:32 AM	#9
6772owner Gearhead Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Colorado Posts: 1,193	Re: Factory Sway Bar Install help To my knowledge, directly to the frame is mostly for lowered trucks, you want the sway bar to stay somewhat "level" with the frame. Im not sure how much lowering it requires to go directly to the frame, I am using the Early Classic "lowered" mounting brackets for my sway bar currently. I may go straight to the frame after I get drop spindles and re-configure my lower control arm/air bag situation.... __________________ 2002 Saturn SL2, My D/D 2019 Ford Fusion SE, Ecoboost - Wife's D/D 1993 Camaro Z28, A4, CAI, Cat-Back Exhaust Project C10 (my 72' C10 w/96' LT1, 700R4, bagged F&R, 18's (for now), Short/Fleet) -- SOLD! Build Thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=313644

09-30-2011, 10:48 AM	#10
kieth Registered User Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Tulsa, Oklahoma Posts: 1,925	Re: Factory Sway Bar Install help Drop spindles should not change the sway bar but the air bags and cups will later on. Kieth

09-30-2011, 12:56 PM	#11
6772owner Gearhead Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Colorado Posts: 1,193	Re: Factory Sway Bar Install help I agree, I guess I should've have stated that it was mostly due to changing the lower arms and the about of drop I will have at the arms when aired out. (Which should be better with the drop spindles because of my unique set up currently) Thank you for clarifying/correcting me!! __________________ 2002 Saturn SL2, My D/D 2019 Ford Fusion SE, Ecoboost - Wife's D/D 1993 Camaro Z28, A4, CAI, Cat-Back Exhaust Project C10 (my 72' C10 w/96' LT1, 700R4, bagged F&R, 18's (for now), Short/Fleet) -- SOLD! Build Thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=313644

09-30-2011, 02:52 PM	#12
slick copper Registered User Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Richmond, KY Posts: 1,137	Re: Factory Sway Bar Install help So since I'm gonna keep stock hieght ( I think anyway) May do 1" drop springs. I don't wanna go too low, just the style I'm going for. I should use the Factory brackets, or at least ECE brackets? __________________ Raymond 1967 Chevy C/10 LWB Custom Optioned "big window truck" AKA Copper. My build thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=452594 The story of how I got the truck:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=450939 Ole Smokey Build Thread 2002 Silverado 8.1L Crew Cab SOLDhttp://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=618402

09-30-2011, 06:16 PM	#13
6772owner Gearhead Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Colorado Posts: 1,193	Re: Factory Sway Bar Install help I would say so, I think it would be hard to mount the bar at stock height straight to the frame. The ECE brackets are about half the "height" (drop really) of the stock bracket I beleive. Some else can probably confirm this as well.... __________________ 2002 Saturn SL2, My D/D 2019 Ford Fusion SE, Ecoboost - Wife's D/D 1993 Camaro Z28, A4, CAI, Cat-Back Exhaust Project C10 (my 72' C10 w/96' LT1, 700R4, bagged F&R, 18's (for now), Short/Fleet) -- SOLD! Build Thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=313644

10-01-2011, 12:07 AM	#15
slick copper Registered User Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Richmond, KY Posts: 1,137	Re: Factory Sway Bar Install help Thanks guys! I think that clears it up! I'll use the stock brackets for now, if I drop I'll get ECE brackets! __________________ Raymond 1967 Chevy C/10 LWB Custom Optioned "big window truck" AKA Copper. My build thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=452594 The story of how I got the truck:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=450939 Ole Smokey Build Thread 2002 Silverado 8.1L Crew Cab SOLDhttp://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=618402

10-12-2011, 06:04 AM	#16
slick copper Registered User Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Richmond, KY Posts: 1,137	Re: Factory Sway Bar Install help Going to get bolts to bolt my swaybar up. Anyone know what length to use? I know I need grade 8 bolts and I think 3/8" in diameter. __________________ Raymond 1967 Chevy C/10 LWB Custom Optioned "big window truck" AKA Copper. My build thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=452594 The story of how I got the truck:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=450939 Ole Smokey Build Thread 2002 Silverado 8.1L Crew Cab SOLDhttp://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=618402

10-12-2011, 09:09 AM	#17
71tahoe Registered User Join Date: May 2006 Location: Jonesboro, AR Posts: 916	Re: Factory Sway Bar Install help 3/8 x 1 will work but you will need to use longer ones to get the bushings compressed first. Or just use the longer ones but extra thread sticking out is one of my pet peaves.



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10-12-2011, 01:08 PM	#18
slick copper Registered User Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Richmond, KY Posts: 1,137	Re: Factory Sway Bar Install help Thanks! Yeah, I'm the same way! __________________ Raymond 1967 Chevy C/10 LWB Custom Optioned "big window truck" AKA Copper. My build thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=452594 The story of how I got the truck:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=450939 Ole Smokey Build Thread 2002 Silverado 8.1L Crew Cab SOLDhttp://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=618402

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