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Old Dec 17, 2013 | 06:35 PM
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...Sway Bars

Is there a difference btwn SE and GLE front sway bars...and if so which is better?
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Old Dec 17, 2013 | 07:06 PM
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Are you talking about the sway bar end links?

They are the same but the bushing sizes are different
Old Dec 17, 2013 | 07:24 PM
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The SE has a different sway bar from the one used in the GXE and the GLE. The SE bar is thicker for a slightly firmer ride.

It's your personal preference which one you think is better.
Old Dec 17, 2013 | 07:31 PM
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George,
I'm sorry..I meant the front sway bar itself..not the links..but thanks
Old Dec 17, 2013 | 07:34 PM
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Wouldn't that be a lot of work to swap out?

Would Stiffer springs or coilovers work?
Old Dec 17, 2013 | 07:35 PM
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Dennis,
Thanks..thas the info I needed ...I'm putting some G35..18's and I was looking for a tighter and firmer ride ...I was thinkn to change the bushings, but I had a hunch the sway bar would better from a SE...I have a 01..can I use a sway bar from a 02 - 03?
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Old Dec 17, 2013 | 07:56 PM
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that 1mm thickness doesnt make much of a difference, just get the poly urethane bushings for them and you are good to go.
Old Dec 18, 2013 | 07:31 PM
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Coolsun,
If I get the SE sway bar..do I need SE end links or can I use the GLE end links and what bushings (name brand) would you recommend
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Kevin
Old Dec 19, 2013 | 07:12 AM
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It's far too much time to switch the front sway bar to an SE unit. I would just get the Poly Bushings (ES bushings) for the model of your car.

End links are the same. I would go with Moog end links, although I went with OEM. In any case, spend your time elsewhere other than switch a 1mm (less than 0.040" of an inch) thicker sway bar.
Old Dec 19, 2013 | 03:23 PM
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NmexMax,
Thanks, your right..I will focus on some mods, but I'm still getting the G35 rims

Thanks everyone for answering
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