Sway bar Mod picture tutorial

[seattlebuoy]

Originally Posted by dug01

ordered my Sti sway bar from Chaplins Subaru--$107 delivered...on back order..must be a run on them

Just ordered mine too. Coming in next week. Must have got one of the last one. Looking forward to this mod.

[mpnret]

Originally Posted by dug01

ordered my Sti sway bar from Chaplins Subaru--$107 delivered...on back order..must be a run on them

You may want to consider the 2010 STI Sway Bar (20451FG020). It's 19mm. I just ordered one from myimportparts for $65. I since see subarupartsonline has it for $61.

[brywong1]

Originally Posted by dug01

ordered my Sti sway bar from Chaplins Subaru--$107 delivered...on back order..must be a run on them

yup, ordered mine and it's on back order as well.

[eps105]

Originally Posted by mpnret

You may want to consider the 2010 STI Sway Bar (20451FG020). It's 19mm. I just ordered one from myimportparts for $65. I since see subarupartsonline has it for $61.

Can anyone confirm that the 2010 19mm STi sway bar (20451FG020) comes with the required bushings?

In other words, I want to know that if I order that one part number, it comes with everything I would need to do the install -- I don't need to buy end links, nuts, bolts, grease, etc., right?

Thanks,

Elliot

[mpnret]

Originally Posted by eps105

Can anyone confirm that the 2010 19mm STi sway bar (20451FG020) comes with the required bushings?

In other words, I want to know that if I order that one part number, it comes with everything I would need to do the install -- I don't need to buy end links, nuts, bolts, grease, etc., right?

Thanks,

Elliot

I ordered mine with 2 bushings (20464FG020). They are rubber bushings so you don't need grease. That should be all you need. I can not confirm this until mine gets delivered but it is based on info here:
2010 STI sway bar question

I believe the more expensive bar ordered by others here is the 2009 18mm STI Bar (20451FG010).

The 20451FG020 is the 2010 19mm STI Bar.

[eps105]

Originally Posted by mpnret

I ordered mine with 2 bushings (20464FG020). They are rubber bushings so you don't need grease. That should be all you need. I can not confirm this until mine gets delivered but it is based on info here:
2010 STI sway bar question

I believe the more expensive bar ordered by others here is the 2009 18mm STI Bar (20451FG010).

The 20451FG020 is the 2010 19mm STI Bar.

Thanks all for everyone's responses. I finally caved and placed an order, after seeing basically 100% positive response from every single person that has upgraded their sway bar.

I've re-read through all of the related threads -- including this one, the RalliTek thread, and the Perrin thread -- and decided that the stock STi sway bar is good enough for me as everyone seems to be equally satisfied.

I almost went for the RalliTek because their rep posting here seemed very helpful and the group buy was a good deal, but in the end, the consensus seems to be that no one really NEEDS upgraded end links if all you're looking to do is improve your on-road everyday handling and don't expect to do any rallying or major off-road terrain.

Based on all of this information, I went with the 2010 19mm STi Spec C bars mentioned in earlier posts. I compiled about 10 different on-line websites to see who had the best prices and where they were located and to make sure they were real Subaru dealers.

I ended up going with SubaruOnlineParts.com | "Subaru Parts" & "Subaru Accessories" for your Subaru -- these guys are a small Subaru dealer in NY state and I found many posts via Google of satisfied customers. Since I live in Philly, this will also shorten my shipping time. I'll report back turnaround time and shipping time.

Mpnret above mentioned "subarupartsonline" and that's a bad link, I think he meant SubaruOnlineParts.com | "Subaru Parts" & "Subaru Accessories" for your Subaru because that was the price I paid-- $61.

So to summarize - for those that want to follow me and order the 19mm OEM STi bar -- this is what you need to order:

2010 STI Spec-C 19mm sway bar: 20451FG020 (I paid $61.55)
Bushings (order 2): 20464FG020 (I paid $5.51 x 2)

Shipping is estimated at $12, so my estimated total is less than $85!!!

And to think, I almost ordered a USED one off of eBay for $125!

Can't wait to install!!

Cheers,

Elliot

[eps105]

Oh yeah, I guess it would be good to point out that SubaruOnlineParts is also one of the main advertisers here at Subaruoutback. org . I guess if they weren't reputable, someone would've made a stink by now.

[itzlinky]

Would any one know the parts # for the endlink(s) assemblies as well? Thanks.

[seattlebuoy]

Originally Posted by mpnret

I believe the more expensive bar ordered by others here is the 2009 18mm STI Bar (20451FG010).

The 20451FG020 is the 2010 19mm STI Bar.

The 2009 bar is about the same price (<$70), not more. Folks are quoting delivered price inclusive of the 2 bushings. Seems a wash on parts price vs. shipping, My 2009 bar plus bushings netted out at $109 delivered.

It would be interesting to see if there is a real difference in ride for the 1mm size difference. I had the 2010 part numbers form another forum, but could not find a reference here on fit. Did not want to spend time seeing if it would fit or not. Folks seemed please with the 2009 bar and I presume I would not want too stiff since I did buy this vehicle for and enjoy taking it off-road too.

[seattlebuoy]

Originally Posted by seattlebuoy

The 2009 bar is about the same price (<$70), not more. Folks are quoting delivered price inclusive of the 2 bushings. Seems a wash on parts price vs. shipping, My 2009 bar plus bushings netted out at $109 delivered.

oops, $99 shipped.