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BUXMAN66 · 08-25-2002, 10:47 PM

was thinkin' 'bout installing one ,got to lookin' under mine and noticed that i didn't have one. i unnerstand how it attaches to the frame,how about how it attaches to the lower control arm.i got a MANUAL!brake drum setup if that helps any.did the factory 6 banger trucks not come w/a factory sway bar?thanks all.

*Gee_Emm* · 08-25-2002, 10:58 PM

It attaches to the front control arms with "u" shaped clamps with a rubber or poly bushing inside, they mount on they flat part in front of the spring.

BUXMAN66 · 08-27-2002, 01:33 AM

thanks gee em!think i'll look into it on that!

slam33 · 08-27-2002, 01:41 AM

You arms should have the holes already drilled

bobs409 · 08-27-2002, 08:00 AM

The best thing to do is to go to the junkyard and find a truck with one on it and you'll see exactly how it mounts. (you'll need it anyway so grab it while your there) The brackets are riveted on so you will need to cut them off or have them cut off. New ones are available to avoid that step. Just use bolts to re-install.

The trucks up to around '87 (correct?) are all the same and very easy to find. Check the 2 wheel drive 3/4-1 ton trucks.

Alot of these trucks didn't have the sway bar but no harm in adding one. My '69 stepside doesn't have one. (someday it will)

BUXMAN66 · 08-27-2002, 01:10 PM

thanks guys!i'll check a local yard for one. just did'nt remember how it mounted to the lower control arm.i'll double ck. to see if i have the drilled holes already in lwr.cntl. arms.i did see the holes in the frame in the proper location,though.thanks again!!

08-25-2002, 10:47 PM	#1
BUXMAN66 go bucks! Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: MIAMISBURG OHIO USA Posts: 803	sway bar install was thinkin' 'bout installing one ,got to lookin' under mine and noticed that i didn't have one. i unnerstand how it attaches to the frame,how about how it attaches to the lower control arm.i got a MANUAL!brake drum setup if that helps any.did the factory 6 banger trucks not come w/a factory sway bar?thanks all. __________________ '68 swb 1/2t 350/350th '86 lngbd 3/4 TON parts getter '49 gmc 1/2 t 5 window 350/350th '96 gmc sonoma sle ext-cab. hey it's a 4cyl. 5 spd and good on gas y'know?

08-27-2002, 01:33 AM	#3
BUXMAN66 go bucks! Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: MIAMISBURG OHIO USA Posts: 803	thanks gee em!think i'll look into it on that! __________________ '68 swb 1/2t 350/350th '86 lngbd 3/4 TON parts getter '49 gmc 1/2 t 5 window 350/350th '96 gmc sonoma sle ext-cab. hey it's a 4cyl. 5 spd and good on gas y'know?

08-27-2002, 01:41 AM	#4
slam33 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Long Beach, Ca Posts: 1,432	You arms should have the holes already drilled __________________ 71 LWB 350/350still working on it but it's going tp be sweet. www.geocities.com/stevemau/slam33page.html " TARGET=_blank>http://www.geocities.com/stevemau/slam33page.html?1004806705410 </A>

08-27-2002, 08:00 AM	#5
bobs409 1969 Custom 30 wrecker Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Pottsville, Pa Posts: 2,611	The best thing to do is to go to the junkyard and find a truck with one on it and you'll see exactly how it mounts. (you'll need it anyway so grab it while your there) The brackets are riveted on so you will need to cut them off or have them cut off. New ones are available to avoid that step. Just use bolts to re-install. The trucks up to around '87 (correct?) are all the same and very easy to find. Check the 2 wheel drive 3/4-1 ton trucks. Alot of these trucks didn't have the sway bar but no harm in adding one. My '69 stepside doesn't have one. (someday it will) __________________ Bob 63 Impala 283/PG/3.36 (under restoration) 66 Impala 327/PG/3.36 66 Chevelle SS 409/M22/3.55 69 Chevelle 307/PG/3.08 (future restoration) 69 C10 short stepside 454/TH350/3.73 69 Custom 30 tow truck 350/4 spd/4.10 (resto done, CRUISIN TIME!) 71 Cheyenne 20 fleetside 350/4 spd/4.10 71 Chevelle 6/PG/3.08 72 Chevelle 454/M21/4.10

08-27-2002, 01:10 PM	#6
BUXMAN66 go bucks! Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: MIAMISBURG OHIO USA Posts: 803	thanks guys!i'll check a local yard for one. just did'nt remember how it mounted to the lower control arm.i'll double ck. to see if i have the drilled holes already in lwr.cntl. arms.i did see the holes in the frame in the proper location,though.thanks again!! __________________ '68 swb 1/2t 350/350th '86 lngbd 3/4 TON parts getter '49 gmc 1/2 t 5 window 350/350th '96 gmc sonoma sle ext-cab. hey it's a 4cyl. 5 spd and good on gas y'know?

08-25-2002, 10:58 PM	#2
Gee_Emm Account Suspended Join Date: Sep 2000 Posts: 3,991	It attaches to the front control arms with "u" shaped clamps with a rubber or poly bushing inside, they mount on they flat part in front of the spring.



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