Official F-sport Sway Bar Thread!
#198
Lexus Test Driver
I just ordered the rear only F sway bar for my 250 AWD.
it is part # PTR02-53080
The parts guy said they are only showing 14 left in the warehouses across the country, not sure how true that is. Does this mean you will need to buy the kit with both front and rear if you don't get one of these?
Has anyone installed both front and rear on an AWD? I'd like to know how it feels compared to "rear only" set up.
it is part # PTR02-53080
The parts guy said they are only showing 14 left in the warehouses across the country, not sure how true that is. Does this mean you will need to buy the kit with both front and rear if you don't get one of these?
Has anyone installed both front and rear on an AWD? I'd like to know how it feels compared to "rear only" set up.
#201
There was a bushing change to 2009 on the rear bar. The bushing retainers were changed. Check out this thread:
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/sus...different.html
Lou
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/sus...different.html
Lou
so, the pre 09 rear sway bar does not have the aluminum brackets between the bushings?
#209
Lexus Test Driver
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Just installed rear sway (PTR02-53080) on my 350 today (I opt out the front), compare to the stock sway, you immediately notice F-Sport sway is much heavier and thicker, did a quick road test, noticeable body roll reduced, rear feels rigid and tight. For those who have F-Sport exhaust, I highly recommend loosen both mufflers from the Y pipe for much easier installation. Otherwise, you will have very very tiny space to unscrew some of the bolts. Finally, if time went back and I would have to choose among the entire F-Sport accessories, this would be one of my top choices; others would probably be just for the look and sound which can be considered later.
Last edited by quang; 05-04-10 at 08:55 PM.
#210
Lexus Test Driver
Just installed my Fsport sway , "rear only" last night. I have an 07' AWD250 with Road Magnet springs. Did a real short test ride...It is a nice change. A few notes for those that are planning on doing this in their driveway...I ended up taking the end links out of the car so I had easier access. THEY ARE A BEAR TO GET OFF of the factory sway if you are laying on the ground... I ended up using a torch to heat the bolts up and that worked just fine. Other then that this is a pretty straight forward install just pay attention to the way the new bushings seat.
I would recommend this mod to anyone who is on the fence about it. I'm starting to like my car again...
My wife ended up taking the car today and sent me a text...said she loves the way the car feels. So if that is a concern for anyone, I don't see any worries there. It doesn't in anyway stiffen or harshen the ride, just makes the car feel more solid...less sloppy in the rear.
I would recommend this mod to anyone who is on the fence about it. I'm starting to like my car again...
My wife ended up taking the car today and sent me a text...said she loves the way the car feels. So if that is a concern for anyone, I don't see any worries there. It doesn't in anyway stiffen or harshen the ride, just makes the car feel more solid...less sloppy in the rear.