DigitalTexan2u

Hi everyone,
I just installed the Addco RSB and thought i'd do a little write up on it...

Step 1:
Drag out the car ramps and back the Max on up. (Per John at Addco "the suspension should NOT be allowed to "hang" like if you were to simply jack up the car. He said to definately use ramps!)


http://www.imagestation.com/picture/...2/fd9b41ae.jpg

Now you are looking at a stock rear end!

http://www.imagestation.com/picture/...6/fd9b419c.jpg

Step 2: (optional)
Remove the *2* emergency brake line bolts (10mm) on each trailing arm. There will be 6 bolts total (3 on each trailing arm) **Just remove the rear most 2** (see pic) (I say optional, because I removed the passenger side bolts, but didn't on the driver's. You can do this mod without removing these bolts.)

http://www.imagestation.com/picture/...0/fd9b4188.jpg


Step 3:
Install the bushings by applying some lube to them(so not to squeak). Then gently "pry" the bushing apart with your hands to make it go onto the bar.

http://www.imagestation.com/picture/...9/fd9b41ab.jpg


Step 4:
There are **4** plates with this kit. The plates with the 2 "oval" circles go with the "U-bolts". The other 2 plates go with the [ & ] "square bolts" they have a "oval" and a "circle" in them. (the square bolts go onto the trailing arms...by the tires) See pic below:

http://www.imagestation.com/picture/...0/fd9b41a7.jpg


Step 5:
Install the U-bolts first...this way it mounts it to the car and you can easily move it around to mount to the trailing arms. I didn't tighten them up that much at this point.

http://www.imagestation.com/picture/...5/fd9b418d.jpg


Step 6:
Install the trailing arm bushings. This step is really easy! just make sure you put the bolts IN BETWEEN the brake line and trailing arm! Pinched brake lines aren't fun....

http://www.imagestation.com/picture/...8/fd9b4194.jpg


Step 7:
Install the 4 brake line bolts (10mm) back into the trailing arms.(If you removed them).

Step 8:
Tighten ALL of the 14mm bolts that attaches the RSB to the vehicle!

Step 9:
YOU DID IT!! It should look like this:

http://www.imagestation.com/picture/...8/fd9b4197.jpg


Just remember to take your time, and think it through...ANYONE can do this!

Here's what it now looks like from behind:

http://www.imagestation.com/picture/...6/fd9b4181.jpg

I am VERY pleased with the results from this bar...
The car seems much more level in the turns, and so much tighter out back!
Later!

gtr_rider

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www.vqpower.com/rsb.htm

Mad Dhan

Finally, a good wirte up and install pics, the two have never met until now.

DigitalTexan2u

Thanks!
I'm in agreement with you...that's why I took the time to post this.
Hope it helps someone.
Later

Weasel

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Excellent writeup, but I'm wondering why Addco recommended the install not be done while the car is on jackstands? I supported my car at the 2 jack points in front of the rear wheels and the install went fine.

97maximase5spd

It's for safety purposes/avoid lawsuits. It's much safer than on jacks.

ereet

Must be nice to be able to get your car up on ramps I've never seen one that goes up at a shallow enough incline to let me up one.

D-sta

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good stuff. I need to install my friends rear sway bar soon. thanks.

NickStam

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good writeup, that's the way they should be done