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2007 GT Spec.B vs GT Spec.B tuned by STI Sway bars

PostPosted: Tue Jun 09, 2009 7:33 pm
by Sheik Jabooti
So I was wondering if any one knew if there was a difference between GT Spec.B vs GT Spec.B tuned by STI OEM Sway bars (on an MY07).

Are the sways all part of the Spec B kit or have STI changed them?

Basically I'm wondering if it's gonna make any difference installing a set of second hand sways from an STI onto my GT Spec B.

PostPosted: Tue Jun 09, 2009 7:42 pm
by Adrian2627
Measure the diameter and that'll give you the most obvious difference. A thicker bar will be stiffer than a thinner one. Also have a look at the mounting bushes to see if they are made of a harder material.

PostPosted: Tue Jun 09, 2009 7:45 pm
by GTSPECB STI
GT Spec.B vs GT Spec.B tuned by STI OEM Sway bars (on an MY07)

same same

PostPosted: Tue Jun 09, 2009 7:47 pm
by Resonate
There is no difference in the sway bars.

Re: 2007 GT Spec.B vs GT Spec.B tuned by STI Sway bars

PostPosted: Wed Jun 10, 2009 11:20 am
by Sheik Jabooti
Thanks guys. Lucky I found this out as I was about to buy Dwayne's second hand STI sway bars. I'd end up spending $300 installing something that's older than what I already have!

Now to put in that order for Whitelines... 8)

Re: 2007 GT Spec.B vs GT Spec.B tuned by STI Sway bars

PostPosted: Wed Jun 10, 2009 8:45 pm
by Sentinel
Sheik Jabooti wrote:
Now to put in that order for Whitelines... 8)


Best $400 you'll spend! :D

Re: 2007 GT Spec.B vs GT Spec.B tuned by STI Sway bars

PostPosted: Thu Jun 11, 2009 12:53 am
by dwayne
Sheik Jabooti wrote:Thanks guys. Lucky I found this out as I was about to buy Dwayne's second hand STI sway bars. I'd end up spending $300 installing something that's older than what I already have!

Now to put in that order for Whitelines... 8)


Scuse me, I'm off to Bunnings - what colour would you like your "Whitelines" :lol:

Re: 2007 GT Spec.B vs GT Spec.B tuned by STI Sway bars

PostPosted: Sun Jul 12, 2009 9:50 am
by GT25
The Whitelines make a huge difference (thanks to WhiteGTB for the group buy).

No more of that soggy feel round corners.

Don't forget wheel alignment and camber settings. Will make for a much better drive.

Re: 2007 GT Spec.B vs GT Spec.B tuned by STI Sway bars

PostPosted: Mon Jul 13, 2009 12:19 pm
by at last!
Just put mine on on the weekend (stiffest setting). Sits very flat now. Nice, very nice. Should come this way from the factory. $80 and one hour to fit them at the local service station. Easy...aka lazy.

GT25 wrote:Don't forget wheel alignment and camber settings. Will make for a much better drive.


What's the story with this...do I need to change something here as a result of the stiffer bars?

Re: 2007 GT Spec.B vs GT Spec.B tuned by STI Sway bars

PostPosted: Mon Jul 13, 2009 12:50 pm
by GTSPECB STI
you dont have to to but I would highly recommend it. a bit of neg camber on the front wheels will make the most of the sway bar mod.

Re: 2007 GT Spec.B vs GT Spec.B tuned by STI Sway bars

PostPosted: Tue Jul 14, 2009 9:41 pm
by GT25
GTSPECB STI wrote:you dont have to to but I would highly recommend it. a bit of neg camber on the front wheels will make the most of the sway bar mod.


+1

Re: 2007 GT Spec.B vs GT Spec.B tuned by STI Sway bars

PostPosted: Tue Jul 14, 2009 10:22 pm
by markii
GT25 wrote:
GTSPECB STI wrote:you dont have to to but I would highly recommend it. a bit of neg camber on the front wheels will make the most of the sway bar mod.


+1


Cost? :air_kiss:

Re: 2007 GT Spec.B vs GT Spec.B tuned by STI Sway bars

PostPosted: Tue Jul 14, 2009 10:29 pm
by drndrn
how much neg camber?

Re: 2007 GT Spec.B vs GT Spec.B tuned by STI Sway bars

PostPosted: Thu Jul 16, 2009 5:40 pm
by GT25
markii wrote:
GT25 wrote:
GTSPECB STI wrote:you dont have to to but I would highly recommend it. a bit of neg camber on the front wheels will make the most of the sway bar mod.


+1


Cost? :air_kiss:


Have a chat with Heasmans's suspension at Sydenham. They're suspension wizards.

Re: 2007 GT Spec.B vs GT Spec.B tuned by STI Sway bars

PostPosted: Thu Jul 16, 2009 8:53 pm
by smythie
cost me $132 for an alignment 4 or 5 weeks ago