>Phil,
>
>I installed this bar last year and had the same concerns you did. However,
I
>can testify that using the bumper supports to hold the bar works fine.
Are the curved bumper supports the parts to which the ADDCO literature refers
as "struts"?
>The
>bar just needs to be held in place. All the stress takes place between the
>two front wheel suspensions.
Stop and think about this. Stresses on the center mounts of the bar are
inevitable.
At an autocross at an oval track, I ripped a stock mount out of the frame of
my Spridget with cornering force.
Also, I have softened the effect of such bars by moving the mounts closer
together.
The center mounts are clearly integral to the operation of the bar and are
not just positioning devices.
>Drilling the edges of the bumper support is the
>way to go.
The area where the bar lands is curved. The brackets are flat. Also, the
edges of the brackets are not large enough to contain the backing plates.
>I can take digital pictures of my installation tonight when I get home if that
>would help.
That would be very nice. Please send them directly to me at pethier@isd.net
As you know, Mark's software strips attachments from the list.
BTW, the Addco anti-sway bar REALLY improves the handling. You
>will be blown away.
I'd expect that. The roll stiffness is inadequate and the inside rear tire
gets light and spins. A front bar will help both of these.
THANKS for your help. Not only on this, but on previous occasions!
Phil Ethier
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