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From: Sayre,OK,USA
anit-sway
Have many people installed a hellwig anti-sway bar and how do you like them?
I was thinking about getting one for at least the back end and just wanted some extra input.
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1998 F150 XLT, extended cab 3 door,Pacific Green, towing package, 4.6L V8, 3.55 LS,
Performance Mods
K&N FIPK, Bosh Platinum +4 spark plugs
Apearance Mods
Lund deflector, Profile Windstream side window air deflectors, Prostripe silver multistripe, Diamond Plate Toolbox, Diamond Blue(HID) simulator Fog Lights, High output headlights (80watt low/ 100watt high)
Electronic Mods
Whistler Radar Dectector, Uniden Police Scanner, 29WX-ST Cobra CB Radio, with a Texas Star 100watt modulator and a Wilson 2000 Trucker antenna. A Clarion Security System with Keyless Entry,
Audio Mods
Kenwood KDC-6011 CD player/changer control head unit.
JL 10" sub-woofer
Fultron "Depth Charge" amp 200w max.
4, TR570-CX JL Audio Coaxial Speakers (factory location)
Superchip arrival on 5/24
True dual glasspacks in June.
Wish list:
Grill Guard
Chrome Rails
BFG Tires
Go see my truck and my Grandfather's truck at <A HREF="http://www.geocities.com/Vienna/Strasse/1992" TARGET=_blank>
Http://www.geocities.com/Vienna/Strasse/1992
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I was thinking about getting one for at least the back end and just wanted some extra input.
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1998 F150 XLT, extended cab 3 door,Pacific Green, towing package, 4.6L V8, 3.55 LS,
Performance Mods
K&N FIPK, Bosh Platinum +4 spark plugs
Apearance Mods
Lund deflector, Profile Windstream side window air deflectors, Prostripe silver multistripe, Diamond Plate Toolbox, Diamond Blue(HID) simulator Fog Lights, High output headlights (80watt low/ 100watt high)
Electronic Mods
Whistler Radar Dectector, Uniden Police Scanner, 29WX-ST Cobra CB Radio, with a Texas Star 100watt modulator and a Wilson 2000 Trucker antenna. A Clarion Security System with Keyless Entry,
Audio Mods
Kenwood KDC-6011 CD player/changer control head unit.
JL 10" sub-woofer
Fultron "Depth Charge" amp 200w max.
4, TR570-CX JL Audio Coaxial Speakers (factory location)
Superchip arrival on 5/24
True dual glasspacks in June.
Wish list:
Grill Guard
Chrome Rails
BFG Tires
Go see my truck and my Grandfather's truck at <A HREF="http://www.geocities.com/Vienna/Strasse/1992" TARGET=_blank>
Http://www.geocities.com/Vienna/Strasse/1992
</A>
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From: TUCSON,AZ,USA
I have used the Hellwig rear sway bar for a couple of years. I like it.
I also replaced the rubber bushing on the front bar and end lings with polyurethane from Energy Suspension.
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97 F-150, 2WD, Reg Cab,Flareside,Dk Toreador Red, Windsor 4.6, Magnecor 8.5mm wires, Bosch Plat +4s, 3.55 LS, EGR Bug Deflector, ******* Bed Cover, Bed Liner, XL Full Length Running Boards, Air Aid Kit, Gibson Single Out Cat Back, Superchips, TransGo Shift Kit, Hellwig Rear Sway Bar, Hellwig 2500# Overload Springs,Energy Suspension Polyurethane Front Sway Bar Bushings
I also replaced the rubber bushing on the front bar and end lings with polyurethane from Energy Suspension.
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97 F-150, 2WD, Reg Cab,Flareside,Dk Toreador Red, Windsor 4.6, Magnecor 8.5mm wires, Bosch Plat +4s, 3.55 LS, EGR Bug Deflector, ******* Bed Cover, Bed Liner, XL Full Length Running Boards, Air Aid Kit, Gibson Single Out Cat Back, Superchips, TransGo Shift Kit, Hellwig Rear Sway Bar, Hellwig 2500# Overload Springs,Energy Suspension Polyurethane Front Sway Bar Bushings
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From: Hilo, Hawaii
franks&beans
In what order did you do your suspension mods and how do rate each of the changes.
Thanks in advance
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F150 2001 Supercrew, 4.6L, 4X4, XLT, Medium Toreador Red, Medium Graphite 60/40 bench, limited slip, 17” 10 spoke aluminum wheels, skid plates, sliding rear window, remote entry, 6 disc CD changer, power driver’s seat, towing package.
In what order did you do your suspension mods and how do rate each of the changes.
Thanks in advance
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F150 2001 Supercrew, 4.6L, 4X4, XLT, Medium Toreador Red, Medium Graphite 60/40 bench, limited slip, 17” 10 spoke aluminum wheels, skid plates, sliding rear window, remote entry, 6 disc CD changer, power driver’s seat, towing package.
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I will agree w/ T. E.
the rear sway bar really does a great job of reducing body roll, and keeps the cab straight when entering or exiting an on/off ramp. Easy install, inexpensive mod, and well worth the time it takes to install.
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1998 (50th anniversary series) Solid Pacific Green F-150 XLT, Supercab, 6' bed, 2WD, 4.2L automatic, Limited Slip and Tow Pkg., Rear slider
Performance Mods:
Superchip
4.10 gears
Outerwears pre-filter and K&N air filter
Dynomax Super Turbo muffler
Suspension:
Edelbrock IAS shocks
Hellwig rear sway bar
Other:
3" body lift
Signal mirrors
Stull polished grills
(4)55 watt driving lights
(2)55 watt back-up lights
all controlled by SPDT switches
Fiberglass hood ;-)
Painted tailgate handle and OEM air dam
Color keyed outer grill
OEM fender flares
Black Max soft Tonneau cover
Driver side grab handle
Lift lips
Viper alarm w/(remote start)
3" rear seat lift
Smart Park 2000
BFG AT's 265/75/16
Carr side steps.......
lmaox10@hotmail.com
the rear sway bar really does a great job of reducing body roll, and keeps the cab straight when entering or exiting an on/off ramp. Easy install, inexpensive mod, and well worth the time it takes to install.
[img] http://albums.photopoint.com/j/View?u=796664&a=5790768&p=21683394&Sequence=0[/img]
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1998 (50th anniversary series) Solid Pacific Green F-150 XLT, Supercab, 6' bed, 2WD, 4.2L automatic, Limited Slip and Tow Pkg., Rear slider
Performance Mods:
Superchip
4.10 gears
Outerwears pre-filter and K&N air filter
Dynomax Super Turbo muffler
Suspension:
Edelbrock IAS shocks
Hellwig rear sway bar
Other:
3" body lift
Signal mirrors
Stull polished grills
(4)55 watt driving lights
(2)55 watt back-up lights
all controlled by SPDT switches
Fiberglass hood ;-)
Painted tailgate handle and OEM air dam
Color keyed outer grill
OEM fender flares
Black Max soft Tonneau cover
Driver side grab handle
Lift lips
Viper alarm w/(remote start)
3" rear seat lift
Smart Park 2000
BFG AT's 265/75/16
Carr side steps.......
lmaox10@hotmail.com
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From: Mountain´s everywhere
Franks&Beans,
I just saw your picture, yesterday I installed mine, instructions said and samples showed the sway bar went over the diff. I see you have it installed under
the diff. did your instruction came for that installation?? just curious.
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2000 F-150, S/C F/S 5.4lt Auto, 3.55 LS, M4x4, Capt. Chairs 6 way elec., 6 CD,
Med Toreador Red
Born 03-27-00
Mods,
Superchip uat2
Borla Anniversary Edition Split rear cat back
K&N Gen II or FIPK
Granattely Mass Air Flow
BBK 75mm Trottle Body
SVT Lightning 18" wheels
285/60/18 Pirelli scorpion Zero
Hellwig Sway bar
Dark Walnut dash kit
Muth signal mirrors
White face gauge
Bosch Plat. 4's
Retrax Rolltop
Outland sport bumper guard
Rancho rsx shocks
Lund Front Runner
Underhood sound insulation panel
Piaa Plat. super white Bulbs
Catch All floor mats
Lund Back Draft tailgate spoiler
I just saw your picture, yesterday I installed mine, instructions said and samples showed the sway bar went over the diff. I see you have it installed under
the diff. did your instruction came for that installation?? just curious.
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2000 F-150, S/C F/S 5.4lt Auto, 3.55 LS, M4x4, Capt. Chairs 6 way elec., 6 CD,
Med Toreador Red
Born 03-27-00
Mods,
Superchip uat2
Borla Anniversary Edition Split rear cat back
K&N Gen II or FIPK
Granattely Mass Air Flow
BBK 75mm Trottle Body
SVT Lightning 18" wheels
285/60/18 Pirelli scorpion Zero
Hellwig Sway bar
Dark Walnut dash kit
Muth signal mirrors
White face gauge
Bosch Plat. 4's
Retrax Rolltop
Outland sport bumper guard
Rancho rsx shocks
Lund Front Runner
Underhood sound insulation panel
Piaa Plat. super white Bulbs
Catch All floor mats
Lund Back Draft tailgate spoiler
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Docker,
I installed the Edelbrocks then the Hellwig rear sway bar.
The Edelbrocks made a noticable diference in after bounce (speed bumps, pot holes) and reduced some body roll. If I ever buy a new vehicle again, it will have Edelbrocks installed. I would rate the shocks (as compared to the stock POS) an A+
About 4 months later the sway bar was installed. This was the icing on the cake. Again, I would install one of these on every new vehicle I purchased. Now, when I exit a cloverleaf off ramp that says SPEED LIMIT 40, I can take it at 70 MPH if I had to, and the truck would hug the road like suck-chin-cup to a windshield. And when turning sharp corners, I still have trouble planting my wife's face against the passenger window. (just kidding) I would this modification a big-ole 10 out of 10.
regards,
F&B's
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1998 (50th anniversary series) Solid Pacific Green F-150 XLT, Supercab, 6' bed, 2WD, 4.2L automatic, Limited Slip and Tow Pkg., Rear slider
Performance Mods:
Superchip
4.10 gears
Outerwears pre-filter and K&N air filter
Dynomax Super Turbo muffler
Suspension:
Edelbrock IAS shocks
Hellwig rear sway bar
Other:
3" body lift
Signal mirrors
Stull polished grills
(4)55 watt driving lights
(2)55 watt back-up lights
all controlled by SPDT switches
Fiberglass hood ;-)
Painted tailgate handle and OEM air dam
Color keyed outer grill
OEM fender flares
Black Max soft Tonneau cover
Driver side grab handle
Lift lips
Viper alarm w/(remote start)
3" rear seat lift
Smart Park 2000
BFG AT's 265/75/16
Carr side steps.......
lmaox10@hotmail.com
I installed the Edelbrocks then the Hellwig rear sway bar.
The Edelbrocks made a noticable diference in after bounce (speed bumps, pot holes) and reduced some body roll. If I ever buy a new vehicle again, it will have Edelbrocks installed. I would rate the shocks (as compared to the stock POS) an A+
About 4 months later the sway bar was installed. This was the icing on the cake. Again, I would install one of these on every new vehicle I purchased. Now, when I exit a cloverleaf off ramp that says SPEED LIMIT 40, I can take it at 70 MPH if I had to, and the truck would hug the road like suck-chin-cup to a windshield. And when turning sharp corners, I still have trouble planting my wife's face against the passenger window. (just kidding) I would this modification a big-ole 10 out of 10.
regards,
F&B's
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1998 (50th anniversary series) Solid Pacific Green F-150 XLT, Supercab, 6' bed, 2WD, 4.2L automatic, Limited Slip and Tow Pkg., Rear slider
Performance Mods:
Superchip
4.10 gears
Outerwears pre-filter and K&N air filter
Dynomax Super Turbo muffler
Suspension:
Edelbrock IAS shocks
Hellwig rear sway bar
Other:
3" body lift
Signal mirrors
Stull polished grills
(4)55 watt driving lights
(2)55 watt back-up lights
all controlled by SPDT switches
Fiberglass hood ;-)
Painted tailgate handle and OEM air dam
Color keyed outer grill
OEM fender flares
Black Max soft Tonneau cover
Driver side grab handle
Lift lips
Viper alarm w/(remote start)
3" rear seat lift
Smart Park 2000
BFG AT's 265/75/16
Carr side steps.......
lmaox10@hotmail.com
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Dragonboy,
My instructions read then same as yours do. It does not matter which end (up or down)you mount the hump. I think some members were mounting it under the diff. because the hump on the bar was hitting the ABS sensor on top of the diff. This very topic was discussed several months ago and the Hellwig said it doesn't make a bit of difference as long as the U-bolts fit snuggely on the axle. and are tourqed down. By snuggely I mean you have to tap them on the axle w/ a mallet and there is no up-and-down movement between the U-bolt. If there is movement, then call Hellwig and they will send you the correct size.
My instructions read then same as yours do. It does not matter which end (up or down)you mount the hump. I think some members were mounting it under the diff. because the hump on the bar was hitting the ABS sensor on top of the diff. This very topic was discussed several months ago and the Hellwig said it doesn't make a bit of difference as long as the U-bolts fit snuggely on the axle. and are tourqed down. By snuggely I mean you have to tap them on the axle w/ a mallet and there is no up-and-down movement between the U-bolt. If there is movement, then call Hellwig and they will send you the correct size.
