Edelbrock Hollow Sway Bars
03-09-2009, 11:46 AM
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The rear bar is too big @ 1". And it's not hollow.
Still the only two hollow sets are Strano (me) and Hotchkis. I sell Hotchkis, I also sell Edelbrock. I think my bars are superior because they were built and speced, and used and proven to win SCCA National Championships. A 1" rear bar is 25.4mm, I use a 22mm bar. If I felt a 1" rear bar was right, I'd never have had bars done to my spec--there wouldn't have been a reason since I sell the other's products already.
Still the only two hollow sets are Strano (me) and Hotchkis. I sell Hotchkis, I also sell Edelbrock. I think my bars are superior because they were built and speced, and used and proven to win SCCA National Championships. A 1" rear bar is 25.4mm, I use a 22mm bar. If I felt a 1" rear bar was right, I'd never have had bars done to my spec--there wouldn't have been a reason since I sell the other's products already.
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03-12-2009, 11:47 AM
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O.k. So why is a 22mm bar prefered over a 25.4 bar? Championships are nice but they don't validate the reason for a 3.4 mm difference. Please explain in technical terms.
The rear bar is too big @ 1". And it's not hollow.
Still the only two hollow sets are Strano (me) and Hotchkis. I sell Hotchkis, I also sell Edelbrock. I think my bars are superior because they were built and speced, and used and proven to win SCCA National Championships. A 1" rear bar is 25.4mm, I use a 22mm bar. If I felt a 1" rear bar was right, I'd never have had bars done to my spec--there wouldn't have been a reason since I sell the other's products already.
Still the only two hollow sets are Strano (me) and Hotchkis. I sell Hotchkis, I also sell Edelbrock. I think my bars are superior because they were built and speced, and used and proven to win SCCA National Championships. A 1" rear bar is 25.4mm, I use a 22mm bar. If I felt a 1" rear bar was right, I'd never have had bars done to my spec--there wouldn't have been a reason since I sell the other's products already.
03-12-2009, 03:07 PM
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Because a larger rear bar would induce oversteer. What you are trying to get when modifying things like this is a neutral feel to the car ie: the car doesn't push or slide through the corner but just grips. Typically when it comes to suspension setups for handling the best thing you can do is give Strano a call. He will do a damn fine job of explaining everything. His prices haven't been bad either.
03-12-2009, 05:54 PM
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Thanks for the explination. Sounds like he was trying to convey that 22mm was the correct equilibrium you described. I am not a fan of the "because I said so" product justification. Sam's prices are terrific and probably the way I will head.
03-17-2009, 09:52 AM
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t_punk explained it fine. However, the fact that what I do has won championships in a handling arena shows that they do what they are intended to and do it well. Maybe the question should have been why are they choosing to run 3.4mm larger and a heavier solid bar?
My justification for what I do it after much testing the sizing/stiffness of the bar works for balance to my liking, and why drag a heavier bar around and add to unsprung weight. What's their justification?
My justification for what I do it after much testing the sizing/stiffness of the bar works for balance to my liking, and why drag a heavier bar around and add to unsprung weight. What's their justification?
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Yup, a larger rear bar does help off the line. However a 22mm or 21mm rear bar might be all you need. Also you need to decide where your priorities lie, handling or straight line. The suspension is quite a bit different for the two. I tend to recommend improved handling to those with car that are mainly for street use simply because it's safer.