hung8852

iTrader: (6)

so i got my awd rear sway bar today..and was about to install it, but when i compare it to my is350 rear sway, it looks way shorter. I didnt go ahead with the install, since it looked like it didnt fit. argh, maybe i looked at it wrong, but isnt it suppose to fit? damn, i did my research too, i thought the awd swaybar fits is250/350 rwd...im gonna go check wat the model number is on the box

hung8852

iTrader: (6)

its ptr02-53080..

flowrider

iTrader: (9)

Guaranteed, it will fit.

Lou

hung8852

iTrader: (6)

btw, my swaybar came only with the swaybar, i heard some people also got bushings.. is it suppose to come with new bushings?

flowrider

iTrader: (9)

^^^^Check the bottom of the box, a plastic bag with bushings and instructions. It's easy to miss.

Lou

SkillHill

Did you tell them you had an 06-08 IS250 awd? I was planning on ordering one too.

Keith13b

iTrader: (3)

Not to say I told you so...... but they are two different bars (see my previous post). Different sizes and diameters. However, both will fit, so go install it.

blk250

iTrader: (3)

should have bushings and instructions....go with it

ALLCHILL

Not doubting you but just curious where you got these #s from. Also, would you happen to know the OEM spring rates for the sways? Thanks in advance

flowrider

iTrader: (9)

^^^^I got the dimensions from a combination of Lexus (after a three week wait) from website postings and from measurements (my F). The spring rates are attached (except for the F rear, which I don't know) on the PDF document I created. BTW, my rear F sway bar is still for sale, if you interested.

Lou

hung8852

iTrader: (6)

since its such a nice day out today, i finally took the chance to install the swaybar. but unfortunately I cant seem to get the bolt out from the link. The bolt is turning with the stud that is attached to the link, took me an hour to get one of them out. but couldnt get the passenger side one out. I used a breaker bar to get it loose, then used a clamp and a ratchet to try to get the bolt out. no matter how hard i hold the clamp, i cant get the bolt loose from it. my car is a 06, so the stud is a bit rusty along with the bolt..i tried using wd40, still no use. i guess im gonna go to a shop next weekend to finish up the job. what a waste of time, damn you bolt!

i did manage to change oil, wash the car and changed the foglight. at least i got soemthing done..and now to wash the grime and grease off my fingernails.

flowrider

iTrader: (9)

^^^^Read this thread, it may solve your problem:

https://www.clublexus.com/forums/sus...r-install.html

Lou

hung8852

iTrader: (6)

so finally got my sway bar installed!!! couldnt be happier. went to a shop and they took out the bolt with an impact gun. I wish i had one of those. anyway, the ride is definitely better, less body rolls on turns and way less understeering. I would say the cheapest and the best investment for this car in terms of performance. For the amount of performance gain you get from this small upgrade. you cant beat it!