Bigger Swaybars

[saxophonias]

At this topic we are going to discuss about bigger swaybars, both front and rear.
A very good upgrade for the front axle is the 26mm swaybar from an ek4 or ek9. If you have a front swaybar in your ej9 then it is very simple swap. Nothing to change there. You only need the swaybar, the bigger bushings and the end links. With these you will be ready to go!
Here are some pics.

You can see the difference.
Here installed.


I can't tell you the effects of the bigger swaybar itself as i installed front and rear both, which is something i recommend you as well.
The overall balance is very great, reduced body roll, and very responsive steering.
Something you should know is that by installing bigger swaybars you tend to reduce the independence of the suspension up to a point. Still the overall positive effects outweigh some theoretical drawbacks.

[saxophonias]

Let's see some aftermarket options

Blox Rear swaybar--21mm

You can have it with ordinary or metallic end links



Then there is Cusco with 2 options. 18mm and 24mm

Invidia Combo Tie Bar and Sway Bars


Progress Sway bars (22-24mm rear)


Suspension Techniques



Tanabe Swaybars


We will be adding more in the future.
As for now you can have a closer look here
http://www.modacar.com/products/Honda/Civic/MODASWB/
http://www.horsepowerfreaks.com/perform ... /Sway_Bars



Always remember that bigger swaybars can give us the opportunity not to go too hard on spring rates and thus maintain an overall quality ride. Still the most important thing is to match the front with the rear, otherwise we will spoil the balance.

[saxophonias]

This is the 12-13mm oem swaybar of Civic Ek4 or Si models.

It's a straight swap for ej9 owners. You will need the bar, the d-brackets the bushings and the end links.
And this is how it seats

[Law_]

what is the price of the last one at Honda Dealer?
i've talked to them but they said it was very complicated to install
Cheers

[saxophonias]

ej9s and ek3s don't have any problems installing them. The only issue is i think with MB series, due to their not having the proper LCA with holes for the end links to mount.

[Law_]

due to the price i will install this OEM bar... for my setup i guess it will be enough

[saxophonias]

due to the price i will install this OEM bar... for my setup i guess it will be enough

i would say to save some money and install good things once. Except if you find it almost for free

[Law_]

i'll inform myself of the prices
thank you for the advice !
if something better isnt too much money i'll buy of course.
cheers

[baz]

Just got a look under my car, 1996 EJ9 city, and i dont see any holes for the endlinks in the rear arms. Is that correct?

So when i would go for a swaybar i should purchase aftermarktet arms with a hole for the endlinks?

Thnx!

[saxophonias]

The holes should be there! Did you inspect properly? Post a photo if possible.