Sway Bar Question

[derieuz]

Not entirely sure if it has been clarified before, but which is stiffer; Steeda or Eibach? None of the brands compare stiffness to stock in a percentage measurement.

Also, does Steeda include new bushings like Eibach does? I'm going to be ordering a spring/front/rear sway bar package from one of the companies for christmas, just trying to make sure I choose the right one

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[dwaleke]

Every bar should come with new bushings because the diameter of the bar is different.

I've never seen anyone post any data regarding bar stiffness other than bar diameter. They will however comment about how their endlinks attach to the bar (adjustment slots, etc) and why their implementation of the bar is superior to OEM.

That being said this is Steeda's specs for size:

GT Performance Pack Sway Bars:
Front: 1.25"
Rear: .875"

Steeda Adjustable Sway Bars:
Front: 1.375"
Rear: 1.125"

Usually all front/rear bar combos will include a proportionally larger diameter rear bar since the mustang understeers in OEM fashion and that's the easiest way to improve it.

 

[derieuz]

Every bar should come with new bushings because the diameter of the bar is different.

I've never seen anyone post and data regarding bar stiffness other than bar diameter. They will however comment about how their endlinks attach to the bar (adjustment slots, etc) and why their implementation of the bar is superior to OEM.

That being said this is Steeda's specs for size:

GT Performance Pack Sway Bars:
Front: 1.25"
Rear: .875"

Steeda Adjustable Sway Bars:
Front: 1.375"
Rear: 1.125"

Usually all front/rear bar combos will include a proportionally larger diameter rear bar since the mustang understeers in OEM fashion and that's the easiest way to improve it.

I just happened to notice that Steeda does not include the bushings in the "whats in the box tab" and Eibach does, regardless, do you think the steeda kit would make a noticeable difference compared to the PP sway bars (vs the eibach?) This is a daily driver and not a track car, so I would be looking for a balance. I am just curious as to why Eibach charges so much more, maybe they are extremely stiff and large? Maybe its just a brand thing? I have no clue, I personally am biased towards Steeda but just want to make sure I make the right choice

 

[Youngmustang]

I just happened to notice that Steeda does not include the bushings in the "whats in the box tab" and Eibach does, regardless, do you think the steeda kit would make a noticeable difference compared to the PP sway bars (vs the eibach?) This is a daily driver and not a track car, so I would be looking for a balance. I am just curious as to why Eibach charges so much more, maybe they are extremely stiff and large? Maybe its just a brand thing? I have no clue, I personally am biased towards Steeda but just want to make sure I make the right choice

Also curious maybe someone from steeda could comment on this.

 

[dwaleke]

On every platform that I've ever been involved with I've steered clear of Eibach. I have never seen a well developed Eibach suspension kit. I've raced in SCCA and Nasa and I've never seen guys running Eibach stuff on the track. This is my experience.

I am new to the Mustang so it could be different with this car. I bought the Steeda front/rear bar along with the Steeda Sport springs (recent word is they are linear rate springs - we'll see).

I'd imagine the rear bar will be a big upgrade. Quite a bit larger in diameter. The front is only slightly larger in size. This is a bonus though. To help get rid of the oversteer you want a proportionately larger rear bar compared to front. If you up both front and rear at the same size/spec you are not eliminating the understeer.

IIRC both front and rear Steeda bars have adjustable mounting locations on each end. This allows you to dial in how much front/rear bar to your liking. Typically guys will run the rear on the stiffest setting and vary the front from the softest to stiffest for what kind of balance they are looking to achieve.

 

[Grimace427]

http://www.mustang6g.com/forums/showthread.php/steeda-sway-bar-4498.html

The adjustable front swaybar has an adjustment range between 18% to 53% increase in stiffness over the Performance Pack bars.
The rear adjustable swaybar has an adjustment range between 30% to 65% increase in stiffness over the Performance Pack bars.

 

[derieuz]

I think my decision is made with Steeda, as long as they include the bushings as well.

 

[dwaleke]

No one would offer that kind of kit without bushings.

 

[David@Steeda]

Not entirely sure if it has been clarified before, but which is stiffer; Steeda or Eibach? None of the brands compare stiffness to stock in a percentage measurement.

Also, does Steeda include new bushings like Eibach does? I'm going to be ordering a spring/front/rear sway bar package from one of the companies for christmas, just trying to make sure I choose the right one

Also curious maybe someone from steeda could comment on this.

No one would offer that kind of kit without bushings.

Hi guys, yes our sway bars do come with bushings!

 

[plateofshrimp]

On Strano's site he lists the stock GT bar at 436 lbs/in.

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