GettReal

I currently have Hotchkiss sway bars with LG end Links, I run with slicks and have Moton Clubsport Coilovers..

I have the an opportunity to get a set of T1 bars at a reasonable cost but wondering if I would notice much difference? Thoughts?

Joy of 6

I dont know exact numbers but I understand that the Hotchkiss and T1 are very close in performance. Check the diameters of each...

WICKEDFRC

T1s are 38.4MM FRONT and 27MM Rear. The new T1 Rear Bar has 3 pre-drilled holes for greater stiffness (or softer).

My last set up (prior to teh T1) was 35mm front, 26mm rear and I feel absolutely no difference.

I have those bars up for sale on another forum for $350 (local) and they haven't sold yet. If I knew what the mm was on those, I wouldn't have went with T1s.

If you can get T1s at a great price.....

mountainbiker2

You will notice a big difference. The car will be much stiffer feeling. Whether you need that, is up to you. It's possible that the balance will change, and you might even have less traction overall. I have 27.5, 30, 32 and 35mm front swaybars. I've used them all from time to time. A lot of rear bars too. My all time favorite rear one is none.

Steve A.

MR Turco

The Hotchkis C5 sways are 1.25-inches (31.x mm) in front and 1 -inches (25mm) in the rear
the C6Z ones are slightly larger in the rear @ 28mm

The front is significantly smaller but the rear is pretty close.

nolimits

I have Hotchkis on a C6, they are hollow, T1s are not I believe, so not comparing apples by looking at diameter figures. T1s are another 50% stiffer I heard. On a flat smooth track you may like the T1s more. For rougher surfaces or street the Hotchkis are better and less jumpy.