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Old 06-09-2007, 12:39 AM
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Originally Posted by teufelhund
Just go with a 28MM solid rear bar...
As sold by whom?

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Old 06-09-2007, 01:54 AM
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here is a 26MM
http://www.vansteel.com/index.cfm?fu...p=1898&ID=2222

another 26MM

http://www.corvetteamerica.com/cf/di...A%20sway%20bar

I'm sorry I ran across one but I can't seem to find it right now I'll post back later if I find it
Old 06-09-2007, 02:11 AM
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Well, the 26mm is pretty common. You let me know when a link turns
up for the 28mm mentioned above.

While I agree that a 28mm rear would seem likely to better balance a
32mm front, as far as I know a 28mm rear is not available. There is still
the matter of the relatively soft rear spring, adequate chassis stiffness
to enable the suspension to work and compliance over road unevenness.

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Old 06-09-2007, 12:01 PM
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Originally Posted by Slalom4me
My vote is that the 32T/24S combo would not be at all satisfying
on an otherwise stock '89.

'89 CPE FE1 93.1/39.9 N/mm springs with 26T/22S bars, 275/275 on 9.5/9.5 wheels.

My vote is that even with the stiffer rear spring, the 32mm front bar is
too big. I feel that without chassis stiffeners like the R-D Camber-Brace,.
This really helps! Perhaps this additional information may also help (that I shold have mentioned before).

1) I do have the camber brace installed now.
2) I am running 18x10F and 18x11R wheels with 275/35/18F and 295/35/18R.

Do either of these make any difference when choosing the upgrades? (I assume yes, but I don't know what :-))

Thanks again,

Ron
Old 06-09-2007, 01:00 PM
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Default This is what I am going to try

Step 1. Locate a 26MM rear and install it.

Step 2 Better tires. Goodyears, Bridgestones, etc...

Step 3 Look at different springs and different shocks

BTW I have a R&D Camber brace and a Arizona Sppe and Marine Harness bar. I am looking for a Cross Frame.

Anyone have a cheep 26 mm rear bar?
Old 06-09-2007, 05:42 PM
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You could try taking the camber brace off to, it likely adds understeer and is extra weight. I haven't seen anyone post faster lap times with one. Heim joints on the rear sway may help the understeer as well. Atleast put poly in.



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