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Old Sep 5, 2016 | 05:01 PM
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Default Sway bar end link replacement - shorter?
Just wondering if anyone has replaced their sway bar end links after lowering their e60?
It is an extremely tight fit and would like a shorter link to fit better.
Any help would be appreciated
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Old Sep 6, 2016 | 04:12 AM
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yes, although you shouldn't be having any trouble replacing the sway bar links, they are SUPER easy to get to even on a lowered car.
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Old Sep 6, 2016 | 06:06 AM
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i am thinking since mine is X-drive that i could put on the non-awd links (i think they are a bit shorter).
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Old Sep 6, 2016 | 08:42 PM
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you can buy the adjustable one from ISC, $35+7 shipping. I lost one of my while driving.
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Old Sep 7, 2016 | 06:11 AM
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you can buy the adjustable one from ISC, $35+7 shipping. I lost one of my while driving.
where do i order those from? i didn't see them on the ISC website? thanks again
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Old Sep 7, 2016 | 07:59 AM
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just contact them by phone or email, they can help you out.
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Old Sep 8, 2016 | 08:51 AM
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Good to know i actually need these as well.
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What all do you gain by having adjustable links?
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Old Sep 9, 2016 | 08:16 AM
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i have Coilovers on my car so the mounting point for the sway bar link is about 2" lower than stock. having a shorter link takes the "pre-load" of the sway bar that the standard length link puts on it.
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Old Sep 11, 2016 | 06:37 PM
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It's really not necessary unless you are slamming or bagging your car.
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