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Old 11-07-2006, 05:50 AM
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Default Cusco or Hotchkis Sway Bars?

Im trying to decide and would welcome opinions, also what settings would you recommend for both front and rear(Hotchkis 4 position front & 3 position rear/Cusco 2 position front & single position rear). I don't track my car but would like for it to handle like its on rails.
Old 11-07-2006, 06:25 AM
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See this thread and start at post #15 for talk between these two sway bars:
https://my350z.com/forum/brakes-and-suspension/225921-i-hate-body-roll.html
Old 11-07-2006, 06:49 AM
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FYI - Hotchkis is currently backordered on the sway bars. Theyre having machining issues.
Old 11-07-2006, 12:12 PM
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Originally Posted by MustGoFastR
See this thread and start at post #15 for talk between these two sway bars:
https://my350z.com/forum/showthread.php?t=225921
I saw this but it dosen't quite answer all my questions, still waiting for more people will give info.
Old 11-07-2006, 02:42 PM
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Originally Posted by Andy@Performance
FYI - Hotchkis is currently backordered on the sway bars. Theyre having machining issues.
I've got a TON
Old 11-07-2006, 06:08 PM
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Aftermarket sways don't mean the car will handle "like on rails". You need to tune the suspension to the driver, tires, car and conditions. My suggestion is to first tune the driver - go to a HPDE and you will see what I mean. It is usually the nut behind the wheel that is a limiting factor.

If you are still dead set on getting sways then:
-Look for adjustment (you will need to tune the sways to the way you want the car to drive and any other parts you put on in the future)
-Look for a well know brand (both fit this bill) that make quality parts that are reliable, and will stand behind their brand
-And alway in aftermarket parts - look for lighter parts than stock (a lighter car will accelerate, brake, turn,... better than a heavier car)
- And with any aftermarket part - be prepared to invest a lot of time (and sometimes money) to get the part to work right. Although with sways this is pretty low risk.

Just my 2 cents.

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Old 11-11-2006, 01:17 AM
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I just installed my cusco ones, and i think they are really good. Although I've read that there isn't much difference in performance from the Hotchkis ones. I like that they are solid, but i think the Hotchkis are cheaper.
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