Where's my Swaybar???? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

rambler · 01-13-2004, 06:17 PM

Just got my 72 back on the road after a long heitus, see previous post, "finally back on the road" took a long road trip, and noticed quite a bit of sway, especially with a load,, I looked under the truck,, (checking for leaks etc.) and noticed,, "Hey, I dont have a sway bar down there in front!" I also checked my 72 parts truck I got from Randy,, and it doesnt have one either?

Was this standard for the 71-72 or another option that both trucks are missing. another question,, since I know have to find one.. whats a good truck to get that will bolt up? would like as much support as possilble for the front end... thanks!

**nightmare** · 01-13-2004, 06:25 PM

no, they were not standard items on the 67-72 trucks. there is an option for them, though. steering stabalizer, if i remember correctly is the option name. anyhow, anything from 67-88 will bolt on up front. but you'll need the frame mounts to mount the center part. the vendors sell the bushings and hold downs, but they don't sell the frame mounts.

lukecp · 01-13-2004, 06:49 PM

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...threadid=72338

*Randy70C-10* · 01-13-2004, 07:18 PM

How much does a used sway bar go for?

Southpa · 01-13-2004, 07:26 PM

I heard the thicker the better. I think the standard size for a 1/2 ton was 1-1/16" dia. , correct me if I'm wrong. I got one at the boneyard for 80 bucks Cdn. I guess they added the use of their cutting torch to get the brackets off which are rivetted to the frame rails.

lukecp · 01-13-2004, 07:33 PM

I would get one off a C20 or C30 myself...should be an easy find.

I still need to get one myself....somewhere down the line...i feel like the truck is gonna tip over is i make a quick lane change!

Low69CST · 01-13-2004, 07:44 PM

I pulled one off a C20 that was a 1-1/16th. 1-1/4 is the biggest. You can buy either bar from LMC, the big bar has to be bought from the 73-87 book. ECE sells the frame mounts, or atleast ones for lowered trucks. ECE sells the whole kit for bout 160 i think.

Yellow Cheyenne · 01-13-2004, 08:08 PM

I've got a complete one from a 72 with brackets and all-$40 plus shipping or come to Lawrence and get it.

Randy

stelth2002 · 01-13-2004, 09:28 PM

I agree low69. I got one from a friend that has a yard. I got it off a one ton and it was still a 1 1/16. I was dissapointed, but ol well. They arent to easy to find around here. I think you should be able to find 40 or lower for the lighter duty one.

lewi · 01-13-2004, 10:41 PM

yellow72custom has it right, check the other thread. My complete cost was real close to $100.

Hooter · 01-14-2004, 12:27 AM

i was lucky, my 69 came with one from the factory

Nelson · 01-14-2004, 01:01 AM

I got my Sway bar for $30 bucks canadian with the bushing holddowns, but no frame mount bracket.

doughby82 · 01-14-2004, 05:22 AM

i got mine off a 77 c30 for 20 bucks had about 25 in new bushings,and another 20 in the frame mounts from ece

Brad · 01-14-2004, 07:50 AM

I've got one for sale if you're interested-I don't have brackets though. See my signature, price will include shipping.

4props · 01-14-2004, 06:05 PM

You can still order brand new frame mount brackets from Chevrolet. I'm not sure of the part # but I got a set last year.

mcmlxix · 01-14-2004, 06:58 PM

Check the FAQ's for a post with part numbers and pics ....

71-longbed · 01-14-2004, 08:17 PM

i picked mine up at a boneyard for 30 bucks .... pulled it off a 86 Gmc ...the guys there were nice enough to torch it for free

01-13-2004, 06:17 PM	#1
rambler MOVE OVER Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Warrensburg, MO Posts: 5,470	Where's my Swaybar???? Just got my 72 back on the road after a long heitus, see previous post, "finally back on the road" took a long road trip, and noticed quite a bit of sway, especially with a load,, I looked under the truck,, (checking for leaks etc.) and noticed,, "Hey, I dont have a sway bar down there in front!" I also checked my 72 parts truck I got from Randy,, and it doesnt have one either? Was this standard for the 71-72 or another option that both trucks are missing. another question,, since I know have to find one.. whats a good truck to get that will bolt up? would like as much support as possilble for the front end... thanks! __________________ No matter where you are..... There you are... Buckaroo Banzi

01-13-2004, 06:49 PM	#3
lukecp Formerly yellow72custom Join Date: May 2001 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 7,531	http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...threadid=72338 __________________ '72 Chevy C10 Mild 350/TH350/3.07. Ochre/White. Old high school ride. '70 GMC C2500 '62 327 4bbl/SM465/4.56-geared Dana 60. White/White. Project or parts truck. '97 Saturn SL DD. 1.9/5-speed. 40+ highway mpg

01-13-2004, 07:26 PM	#5
Southpa Registered User Join Date: May 2000 Location: Victoria, BC, Canada Posts: 2,410	I heard the thicker the better. I think the standard size for a 1/2 ton was 1-1/16" dia. , correct me if I'm wrong. I got one at the boneyard for 80 bucks Cdn. I guess they added the use of their cutting torch to get the brackets off which are rivetted to the frame rails. __________________ 1970 GMC 1500 Custom Original 350/TH350 Victoria, BC, Canada You can wish in one hand and crap in the other. See which one gets filled first.

01-13-2004, 07:33 PM	#6
lukecp Formerly yellow72custom Join Date: May 2001 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 7,531	I would get one off a C20 or C30 myself...should be an easy find. I still need to get one myself....somewhere down the line...i feel like the truck is gonna tip over is i make a quick lane change! __________________ '72 Chevy C10 Mild 350/TH350/3.07. Ochre/White. Old high school ride. '70 GMC C2500 '62 327 4bbl/SM465/4.56-geared Dana 60. White/White. Project or parts truck. '97 Saturn SL DD. 1.9/5-speed. 40+ highway mpg

01-13-2004, 07:44 PM	#7
Low69CST Registered User Join Date: May 2000 Location: Frankfort, Kentucky, USA Posts: 2,163	I pulled one off a C20 that was a 1-1/16th. 1-1/4 is the biggest. You can buy either bar from LMC, the big bar has to be bought from the 73-87 book. ECE sells the frame mounts, or atleast ones for lowered trucks. ECE sells the whole kit for bout 160 i think. __________________ '69 CST Short fleetside Lowered, 400 small block, 700R4, 4 wheel disc brakes, front sway bar & rear camaro sway bar (in progress) '87 V10 4x4 Short Fleetside Quad Suspension and Dual Tanks

01-13-2004, 07:18 PM	#4
Randy70C-10 Account Suspended Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: Virginia Beach, Va. U.S.A. Posts: 15,320	How much does a used sway bar go for?

01-13-2004, 08:08 PM	#8
Yellow Cheyenne Registered User Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Eastern Kansas Posts: 488	I've got a complete one from a 72 with brackets and all-$40 plus shipping or come to Lawrence and get it. Randy __________________ '72 Cheyenne. AC, PS, PB, Rear slider window, tilt. Light yellow (grapefruit yellow according to new sales literature from '72) '56 Chevy short step V-8 (My dad bought it new!!) '70 Olds 442 convertible '70 Olds Rallye 350

01-13-2004, 09:28 PM	#9
stelth2002 Young Gun wth Fast Inline Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Idaho Posts: 1,475	I agree low69. I got one from a friend that has a yard. I got it off a one ton and it was still a 1 1/16. I was dissapointed, but ol well. They arent to easy to find around here. I think you should be able to find 40 or lower for the lighter duty one. __________________ 1967 Chevrolet LWB with built 292! 415 ft. lbs of torque, 4 speed :O with 27% overdrive too, 3.73 Posi. Frame and body done... getting painted!!!

01-13-2004, 10:41 PM	#10
lewi Registered User Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Redding California Posts: 223	yellow72custom has it right, check the other thread. My complete cost was real close to $100. __________________ 1971 Chevy Cheyenne 383/350 LWB 2wd Built to use, and look good.

01-14-2004, 12:27 AM	#11
Hooter My other Love Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Castlegar B.C. Canada Posts: 4,085	i was lucky, my 69 came with one from the factory __________________ Castlegar B.C.The great white North (Canada Eh!) Hooter_5@hotmail.com First generation Monte Carlo club pictures of my life

01-14-2004, 01:01 AM	#12
Nelson Registered User Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: cambridge,ont,canada Posts: 128	I got my Sway bar for $30 bucks canadian with the bushing holddowns, but no frame mount bracket. __________________ Nelson 1970 C10 350 Auto. A/C not Working

01-14-2004, 05:22 AM	#13
doughby82 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: springfield ill Posts: 836	i got mine off a 77 c30 for 20 bucks had about 25 in new bushings,and another 20 in the frame mounts from ece __________________ springfield illinois 2003 custom (harley)built from scratch 68 swb Last edited by doughby82; 01-15-2004 at 03:11 AM.

01-14-2004, 07:50 AM	#14
Brad Out of the carpool lane. Join Date: Jan 2000 Location: Clark Co, WA Posts: 5,673	I've got one for sale if you're interested-I don't have brackets though. See my signature, price will include shipping. __________________ 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...

01-14-2004, 06:05 PM	#15
4props Registered User Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Greenville, Texas Posts: 26	You can still order brand new frame mount brackets from Chevrolet. I'm not sure of the part # but I got a set last year. __________________ 1971 Cheyenne

01-14-2004, 06:58 PM	#16
mcmlxix Collector of Projects Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Las Vegas Posts: 3,106	Check the FAQ's for a post with part numbers and pics .... __________________ Rich 1972 K5 Blazer CST Click HERE D60 BIG BRAKE UPGRADE Click HERE



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