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USA69Z · 04-06-2012, 04:07 AM

guys , ive just got myself an ol' 70 stepside to restore,, and wondered did these trucks come with a front sway bar? this one hasnt got one but im thinkin' it needs one? there are no brackets or remnants of any sort under there?

thanx, Gav

sameyrasmea72 · 04-06-2012, 06:16 AM

It was optional on these trucks. You can usually find one on the parts board.

**RenoKeene** · 04-06-2012, 09:55 AM

Probably the cheapest way to improve the handling of these trucks.....

jhwkns · 04-06-2012, 10:29 AM

Look for a 1 1/4" bar. Many other year models will interchange. Mines from a '79 C-30. The neoprene bushings last much longer than rubber, but can squeak a little. If you plan on lowering the truck, it's a good idea to relocate the front mounts. Happy hunting.

I just noticed you're from oz. That might make it a little harder to find one in a wrecking yard, but I'd do my best if I were you. Shipping one could be rather pricey. G/L

Daddy Bartholomew · 04-06-2012, 11:39 AM

I found one last year for $40, and discovered after removing all the decades of dried mud and congealed grease on the front end, all I had to do was bolt it into the existing holes.

Really handles much, much better now. I'm amazed at how much corner sway was eliminated.

**passthebuck** · 04-06-2012, 12:31 PM

http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...highlight=sway

Got my 1 1/4" bar from a 73 - 87 Chev or GMC tow truck. Those should be more plentiful than 67 - 72's down there...

mtnbikeman · 04-06-2012, 02:48 PM

My 1 1/4" bar was from a 79 C-20 from pick and pull for $25. Early classic enterprises has the frame mounts for stock height and lower trucks, they also have bushing and strap kits. I'll probably be in it for about $60

USA69Z · 04-06-2012, 05:02 PM

thanx guys ,, there are some around but not in the wrecking yards here.. most guys restore them or stockpile there parts. Ill prob get new from one of the major suppliers and deal with shipping as we do here with everything from the US. at least the aussie dollar is strong right now which helps ..

04-06-2012, 04:07 AM	#1
USA69Z Registered User Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: downunder Posts: 76	front sway bar question.. guys , ive just got myself an ol' 70 stepside to restore,, and wondered did these trucks come with a front sway bar? this one hasnt got one but im thinkin' it needs one? there are no brackets or remnants of any sort under there? thanx, Gav

04-06-2012, 06:16 AM	#2
sameyrasmea72 Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Lubbock, Texas Posts: 2,443	Re: front sway bar question.. It was optional on these trucks. You can usually find one on the parts board. __________________ 72 Cheyenne Super 80 Silverado Blazer 2wd

04-06-2012, 09:55 AM	#3
RenoKeene Florida Edition Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Fruitland Park, FL Posts: 4,029	Re: front sway bar question.. Probably the cheapest way to improve the handling of these trucks..... __________________ 70 GMC Short Stepside "Rose"-An American Beauty: Factory 402/TH400, AM/FM, AC, Tilt, Tach, Buckets, Posi, PS, PB, 3-5 Drop, Complete Resto-Rod 67 C-20 Slant Back Wrecker "Mad Max" 67 C-10 Ratrod "Step-N-Wolf" 71 Serro Scotty Sportsman camper "Scotty" 97 LT1 Z28 "The Hornet" Link to more pics of "Rose" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/a...p?albumid=1684 Check out my "Cheap Tricks" thread and add to it if you can, lots of good info there. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=489394

04-06-2012, 10:29 AM	#4
jhwkns Registered Cruiser Join Date: May 2002 Location: Las Vegas NV Posts: 2,230	Re: front sway bar question.. Look for a 1 1/4" bar. Many other year models will interchange. Mines from a '79 C-30. The neoprene bushings last much longer than rubber, but can squeak a little. If you plan on lowering the truck, it's a good idea to relocate the front mounts. Happy hunting. I just noticed you're from oz. That might make it a little harder to find one in a wrecking yard, but I'd do my best if I were you. Shipping one could be rather pricey. G/L __________________ I intend to live forever. So far, so good. Last edited by jhwkns; 04-06-2012 at 10:34 AM. Reason: editing

04-06-2012, 11:39 AM	#5
Daddy Bartholomew Registered User Join Date: May 2011 Location: Colstrip, MT Posts: 39	Re: front sway bar question.. I found one last year for $40, and discovered after removing all the decades of dried mud and congealed grease on the front end, all I had to do was bolt it into the existing holes. Really handles much, much better now. I'm amazed at how much corner sway was eliminated.

04-06-2012, 12:31 PM	#6
passthebuck Sisyphus was my mentor! Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Carleton Place, Ontario CANADA Posts: 984	Re: front sway bar question.. http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...highlight=sway Got my 1 1/4" bar from a 73 - 87 Chev or GMC tow truck. Those should be more plentiful than 67 - 72's down there... __________________ passthebuck #5642 -TWO 1967 GMC 910's. One with L6/3-on-the tree and the other with 355 w/435hp & a 700r4. -a 2013 Honda Civic as my "sensible" car

04-06-2012, 02:48 PM	#7
mtnbikeman Registered User Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Reno Nevada Posts: 40	Re: front sway bar question.. My 1 1/4" bar was from a 79 C-20 from pick and pull for $25. Early classic enterprises has the frame mounts for stock height and lower trucks, they also have bushing and strap kits. I'll probably be in it for about $60

04-06-2012, 05:02 PM	#8
USA69Z Registered User Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: downunder Posts: 76	Re: front sway bar question.. thanx guys ,, there are some around but not in the wrecking yards here.. most guys restore them or stockpile there parts. Ill prob get new from one of the major suppliers and deal with shipping as we do here with everything from the US. at least the aussie dollar is strong right now which helps ..



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