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WTD: 308 Front Sway Bar bushings (ES preferred)

Discussion in 'Technical Q&A' started by enjoythemusic, Aug 25, 2005.

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  1. enjoythemusic

    enjoythemusic F1 World Champ

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    #1 enjoythemusic, Aug 25, 2005
    Yes i used the SEARCH function and found:

    http://www.ferrarichat.com/discus/messages/112/320732.html but this is for the rear. Basically am having KTR take apart the front of the car and want to redo all the sway bushings with Energy Suspension versus stock poly. Anyone know the specs/parts number for the ES units? Many thanks as all help is always appreciated.
     
  2. Nuvolari

    Nuvolari F1 Veteran
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    #2 Nuvolari, Aug 25, 2005
    If I remember correctly, ES has the full dimensions on their website. When I put ES bushings on my swaybars all I did was measure the swaybar diameter and match it to what ES had. The new bushings come with the steel 'holders' (not sure what the exact name is) and they do fit the OEM spacing of the mounting studs. Straight plug and play application. Just a tip, be sure to use LOTS of lube or they will squeak.
     
  3. jwise

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    #3 jwise, Aug 25, 2005
    Hi Steven-

    I believe some 308's have different diameter sway bars, and the only way to know which one is on your car is to measure it. measure the diameter and the distance between the studs that hold it to the frame. The holes in the carriers are slotted, so you have a little wiggle room there.

    Then, just order them. Here is a place that sells them online, but Autozone can order them and have them in a day or two.

    http://www.energysuspensionparts.com/cars/Energy%20Suspension%20Parts%20-%20Universal%20Sway%20Bar%20Bushings.asp

    I replaced the rears on mine, but not the fronts yet.

    Good luck.
     
  4. enjoythemusic

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    #4 enjoythemusic, Aug 25, 2005
    Thanks guys, will have a look-see and order. Was just hoping someone here had the part #'s handy. As i recal, the car here has the thicker sways... Beed debating upgrading them....
     
  5. chrismorse

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    #5 chrismorse, Aug 25, 2005
    Steven,

    Just slide under the car with a handfull of metric wrenches. Slip them over a clean spot on the bar untill you find a "snug" fit. that is your bar size.

    Grease nipples are a great idea, But on the rear bar strap, they need to be relocated. Sticking straight down, i cleaned mine off in about 100 miles.

    hth,
    chris
     
  6. Dave

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    #6 Dave, Aug 25, 2005
    Pickup an inexpensive digital caliper from Harbor freight.
    Autozone can have the bushings to you in a day if your in a hurry.
     

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