[swhtech]

Hey All,
I've decided to try and install my Comptech sway bars this weekend. I bought a 2 ton floor jack and a pair of 2 ton jack stands at Kmart for $35. I also picked up a 5mm hex for a 3/8 ratchet. I've read all the FAQ's, posts, etc about doing the install. I am looking for any other last minute tips or tricks to make this install easier? For example, should I try and losen the nut on the end link with a ratchet first, without putting anything into the hex bolt to hold it? Will that work? Which direction does the bolt, or hex bolt losen? Counterclockwise?? Also, I was thinking about starting with the rear, since it's easier, to get me familiar with the process, then tackle the front. What do you think? One last question....do I really need a torque wrench to tighten the bracket bolts to 28 ft lbs, or can I just tighten as much as I can??

Thanks....and wish me luck!!

 

[StylinAccord]

Hey All,
I've decided to try and install my Comptech sway bars this weekend. I bought a 2 ton floor jack and a pair of 2 ton jack stands at Kmart for $35. I also picked up a 5mm hex for a 3/8 ratchet. I've read all the FAQ's, posts, etc about doing the install. I am looking for any other last minute tips or tricks to make this install easier? For example, should I try and losen the nut on the end link with a ratchet first, without putting anything into the hex bolt to hold it? Will that work? Which direction does the bolt, or hex bolt losen? Counterclockwise?? Also, I was thinking about starting with the rear, since it's easier, to get me familiar with the process, then tackle the front. What do you think? One last question....do I really need a torque wrench to tighten the bracket bolts to 28 ft lbs, or can I just tighten as much as I can??

Thanks....and wish me luck!!

YES U WANT TO USE A TORQUE WRENCH!!! u dont want it to lose so that it falls off....or to tight that it screws up the threads...just spend the $$ on the torque wrench...its well worth it...

P.S. buy craftsman....because if u drop it u can replace it for free...(if u drop it u'll mess it up...the ft lbs wont be accurate)

 

[rominl]

Re: Re: Tips on installing Sway bars myself??

YES U WANT TO USE A TORQUE WRENCH!!! u dont want it to lose so that it falls off....or to tight that it screws up the threads...just spend the $$ on the torque wrench...its well worth it...

P.S. buy craftsman....because if u drop it u can replace it for free...(if u drop it u'll mess it up...the ft lbs wont be accurate)

amen to that. craftmans rule. don't underestimate them, they are damn strong

 

[StylinAccord]

Re: Re: Re: Tips on installing Sway bars myself??

amen to that. craftmans rule. don't underestimate them, they are damn strong

believe me i know that...i just wished i could afford all the stuff...but soon i will...for now im happy with my floorjack, screwdrives and wrench set im aiming for the air tools soon...maybe a bigger wrench set...

 

[Closer]

Snoops tip of the day:

SPRAY EVERYTHING WITH WD-40 NOW.

 

[rominl]

Snoops tip of the day:

SPRAY EVERYTHING WITH WD-40 NOW.

no i swear it doesn't work. i tried to loosen the screws in my hood for the strut bar, but it never comes off even with wd40 @[email protected]