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Ackattack · 09-24-2008, 02:23 PM

I'm about to install my front swaybar (1-1/4"

). Do I need to get swaybar stands (I'd probably get the "lowered" stands from ECE). The reason I ask is on my GMC that I had, I bolted the bar directly to the frame (cause I didn't know there even was stands at the time....many years ago). However, on the GMC it worked just fine, so why do I really need the stands?

72BlckButy · 09-24-2008, 03:02 PM

You can actually install a sway bar without using sway bar brackets, but I think it will depend on how low your truck is. If it's at stock height, then I would use the standard bracket, otherwise lowered brackets/no brackets, would probably put your suspension in a bind.

Since your truck is lowered, I think you would be okay to bolt them directly to the frame and not worry about the brackets. It will pull the bar that much more off the ground... and clearance is a good thing!

Good luck with the install!

**BIG ORANGE** · 09-24-2008, 04:24 PM

I got 2 1/2 drop spindles on our project and I got all the sway bar brackets, should I use the stands also w stock height springs? I do need one of those
1 1/4 bars though seeing I dont have a swaybar itself!!
thanks guys

dfosh · 09-24-2008, 05:46 PM

I got the kit from ece brackets , bushings ,bolts everything except the bar . I got that at junk yard for about ten bucks . complete set was about 64.00.Truck is 68 gmc everything on the truck is stock i used the lowered brackets.Every thing worked great about an hour to install.

SCOTI · 09-24-2008, 08:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ackattack

I'm about to install my front swaybar (1-1/4"

). Do I need to get swaybar stands (I'd probably get the "lowered" stands from ECE). The reason I ask is on my GMC that I had, I bolted the bar directly to the frame (cause I didn't know there even was stands at the time....many years ago). However, on the GMC it worked just fine, so why do I really need the stands?

No drop = stock height 'stands'.
Mild drop (2-4") = shorter aftermarket stands.
Extreme drop (6+") bolt it directly to the frame.

Each one of these scenarios should keep the bar level w/the frame @ ride height.

cameeks · 09-25-2008, 02:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SCOTI

No drop = stock height 'stands'.
Mild drop (2-4") = shorter aftermarket stands.
Extreme drop (6+") bolt it directly to the frame.

Each one of these scenarios should keep the bar level w/the frame @ ride height.

That is right if the drop is with coils. Drop spindles should have the sway bar mount at the stock location right?

SCOTI · 09-25-2008, 02:58 PM

4" drops would be spindles & springs (or bags) & would be where I would start considering the use of the shorter stands (or reversing the mounting position using the stock stands).

Brad · 09-25-2008, 02:39 AM

IIRC for a mild drop you can flip the bar upside-down and bolt it to the frame. I seem to recall having done this on my '67 many years ago.

SCOTI · 09-25-2008, 08:15 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Brad

IIRC for a mild drop you can flip the bar upside-down and bolt it to the frame. I seem to recall having done this on my '67 many years ago.

I've seen guys install the bar on the inside of original brackets on mild drops vs. purchasing new shorter brackets.

72BlckButy · 09-25-2008, 02:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SCOTI

I've seen guys install the bar on the inside of original brackets on mild drops vs. purchasing new shorter brackets.

Wow... now there's an idea I never thought about.

larry may · 09-25-2008, 06:46 AM

Here is a process created by a board member with pictures. Found in FAQ
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...ad.php?t=72338

09-24-2008, 02:23 PM	#1
Ackattack Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Valley Center KS Posts: 3,524	front swaybar stands I'm about to install my front swaybar (1-1/4" ). Do I need to get swaybar stands (I'd probably get the "lowered" stands from ECE). The reason I ask is on my GMC that I had, I bolted the bar directly to the frame (cause I didn't know there even was stands at the time....many years ago). However, on the GMC it worked just fine, so why do I really need the stands? __________________ Project Bruiser: 68 Pro-Touring C-10 5.3L / 4L60E Project Ironhide: 97 GMC Crew Cab 4x4 Cummins SOLD: '69 GMC 1/2T SWB TBI'd: Project No Buck Assembly Manual Index Sign up Thread!!! Factory Service Manual Index

09-24-2008, 03:02 PM	#2
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: front swaybar stands You can actually install a sway bar without using sway bar brackets, but I think it will depend on how low your truck is. If it's at stock height, then I would use the standard bracket, otherwise lowered brackets/no brackets, would probably put your suspension in a bind. Since your truck is lowered, I think you would be okay to bolt them directly to the frame and not worry about the brackets. It will pull the bar that much more off the ground... and clearance is a good thing! Good luck with the install! __________________ -Nate 1969 CST SWB - Project Blank Slate (4.5/6" ECE Static Drop, 6-lug disc brake upgrade (manual), Billet Specialties Vintec 20x8.5 255/40 (F) 20x10 295/40 (R), 250 I-6) 1960 AMF Skylark - Tot Roddin' (Lowered with custom frame; soon to include custom push bar and interior) 2008 Silverado CrewCab 1LT (5.3L, 3:73, 4x4, LT1, Z-71, Towing Package) Last edited by 72BlckButy; 09-24-2008 at 03:03 PM.

09-24-2008, 04:24 PM	#3
BIG ORANGE Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Lancaster S.C. Posts: 4,764	Re: front swaybar stands I got 2 1/2 drop spindles on our project and I got all the sway bar brackets, should I use the stands also w stock height springs? I do need one of those 1 1/4 bars though seeing I dont have a swaybar itself!! thanks guys __________________ Things happen for a reason!

09-24-2008, 05:46 PM	#4
dfosh Registered User Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: greeneville tn Posts: 237	Re: front swaybar stands I got the kit from ece brackets , bushings ,bolts everything except the bar . I got that at junk yard for about ten bucks . complete set was about 64.00.Truck is 68 gmc everything on the truck is stock i used the lowered brackets.Every thing worked great about an hour to install.

09-25-2008, 02:58 PM	#7
SCOTI Registered User Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: DALLAS,TX Posts: 22,064	Re: front swaybar stands 4" drops would be spindles & springs (or bags) & would be where I would start considering the use of the shorter stands (or reversing the mounting position using the stock stands). __________________ 67SWB-B.B.RetroRod 64SWB-Recycle 89CCDually-Driver/Tow Truck 99CCSWB Driver All Fleetsides @rattlecankustoms in IG Building a small, high rpm engine with the perfect bore, stroke and rod ratio is very impressive. It's like a highly skilled Morrocan sword fighter with a Damascus Steel Scimitar..... *Cubic inches is like Indiana Jones with a cheap pistol.*

09-25-2008, 02:39 AM	#8
Brad Out of the carpool lane. Join Date: Jan 2000 Location: Clark Co, WA Posts: 5,672	Re: front swaybar stands IIRC for a mild drop you can flip the bar upside-down and bolt it to the frame. I seem to recall having done this on my '67 many years ago. __________________ 1968 C-10 SWB, 5.7 Vortec/700R4/3.73 posi, Torch Red 1968 Camaro, 250/Powerglide, all original (No, I'm not gonna drop a 350 in it!...Jeez!) 2000 Honda VFR in the faster yellow! 2008 Husqvarna TE-610 1967 C-10 SWB 'Six Appeal'-Gone but not forgotten...

09-25-2008, 06:46 AM	#11
larry may Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: MISSOURI Posts: 3,256	Re: front swaybar stands Here is a process created by a board member with pictures. Found in FAQ http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...ad.php?t=72338 __________________ The biggest problem people have, is other people Thou shalt be cool and not hassle Be a site supporter. The heart of the wise inclines to the right, but the heart of the fool inclines to the left." Ecclesiastes 10:2

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