Stabilizer Bar
| Item Number | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Stabilizer bar |
| 2 | Bracket (2 off) |
| 3 | Bush (2 off) |
| 4 | Locknut (2 off) |
| 5 | Stabilizer link (2 off) |
| 6 | Locknut (2 off) |
| 7 | Caged nut (2 off) |
| 8 | Bolt (2 off) |
The stabilizer bar is attached to the top of the crossbeam with 2 bushes and mounting brackets. The brackets are secured to the crossbeam with bolts and caged nuts. The stabilizer bar has crimped, 'anti-shuffle' collars pressed in position on the inside edges of the bushes. The collars prevent sideways movement of the stabilizer bar.
The stabilizer bar is manufactured from manganese steel and has a diameter of 17 mm (0.669 in.). The torsional rate of the stabilizer bar differs between models, and is color coded for identification.
Each end of the stabilizer bar curves rearward to attach to a ball joint on each stabilizer link. Each link is attached via a second ball joint to a cast bracket on the lower control arm which is secured with a locknut. The links allow the stabilizer bar to move with the wheel travel providing maximum effectiveness.
The stabilizer bar is attached to the forward face of the chassis front subframe. The stabilizer bar is attached to the subframe with 2 rubber bushes. Pressed steel brackets locate over the bushes and are attached to the cross member with bolts screwed into threaded locations in the subframe.