Cobb sway bars question
Cobb sway bars question
This question is directed for those who have the Cobb front and rear sway bar combo for their X. There are 2 settings for the front sway bar and 3 settings for the rear sway bar. What type of settings and combination did you go for and how did you like it? Was an alignment needed afterwards?
Two position front bar: 108% and 125% rate increase over stock
Three position rear bar: 106%, 132% and 176% rate increase over stock
Two position front bar: 108% and 125% rate increase over stock
Three position rear bar: 106%, 132% and 176% rate increase over stock
Last edited by sohcpunk; Mar 19, 2009 at 01:47 PM.
This question is directed for those who have the Cobb front and rear sway bar combo for their X. There are 2 settings for the front sway bar and 3 settings for the rear sway bar. What type of settings and combination did you go for and how did you like it? Was an alignment needed afterwards?
Two position front bar: 108% and 125% rate increase over stock
Three position rear bar: 106%, 132% and 176% rate increase over stock
Two position front bar: 108% and 125% rate increase over stock
Three position rear bar: 106%, 132% and 176% rate increase over stock
Typically, you don't need an alignment when you install swaybars. I purchased both front and rear Cobb sways however, only the rear is installed at the moment. I have the rear set to the stiffest setting or (176%) over stock. It feels great. Less body roll and the vehicle seems more stable under hard cornering. The true test of performance will need to be done on the track when the vehicle is at its limits. With that said, its an excellent upgrade and a good setting for street use.
Typically, you don't need an alignment when you install swaybars. I purchased both front and rear Cobb sways however, only the rear is installed at the moment. I have the rear set to the stiffest setting or (176%) over stock. It feels great. Less body roll and the vehicle seems more stable under hard cornering. The true test of performance will need to be done on the track when the vehicle is at its limits. With that said, its an excellent upgrade and a good setting for street use.
That's good to hear. The rear sway bar itself is a pretty easy install and I agree should not affect alignment. The only concern I have is with the front bar since the entire subframe needs to be disconnected in order to slide the bar through. Wouldn't that warrant an alignment?
That's good to hear. The rear sway bar itself is a pretty easy install and I agree should not affect alignment. The only concern I have is with the front bar since the entire subframe needs to be disconnected in order to slide the bar through. Wouldn't that warrant an alignment?
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Hrm Clark Kent mentioned above that he installed the rear bar only at the stiffest setting and has good results. I'm planning to install both bars at their stiffest setting and see how that goes.
Here's a link to some instructions. You should get an alignment afterwards from the looks of it
What are your thoughts on a front sway bar? I heard on the X its not needed. That front is overkill and the rear is all that is needed?
Yes, as previously mentioned get an alignment if you're installing the front bar. There are conflicting reports as to whether a front bar is necessary and I have also heard different setup suggestions. The best thing to do would be to set it up to suit your driving style.
Just reporting back from my install this Saturday. I got both bars installed at HB Speed. They took awhile to finish up but I gotta say this is one of the best bang for your buck mods. They car turns really flat and body roll is pretty much eliminated. Steering feel also feels tighter and more in control. I spoke to the technician that did the install and he said I would not need an alignment. I will be keeping an eye out for tire wear to make sure its okay.