TRD sway rear sway bar, which one ?

Discussion in 'Gen 3 Prius Accessories and Modifications' started by Sushi_1001, Nov 7, 2011.

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  1. EdyJun

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    Can you explain a bit more about how the car feels before and after this upgrade ?

    (I am really interested)
     
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    The rear of the car feels more planted and controlled. Body lean from the rear during cornering is greatly reduced. On grooved highway lanes the car is easier to control became the rear does not quiver and tramline like as much as it once did.
     
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    I have the TRD springs and rear sway bar and love the handling. I have the PLUS package and its a great handling car. The on ramps on Freeways are much better than a stock body roll Prius. I cant say enough about how much better the TRD suspension parts are over a stock Prius.
     
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    Thanks!
     
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    which one is better the 2012 trd one or the 2008 scion one ?
     
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    TRD prius one only because it is white (I despise red) and it is the proper part for the vehicle.
     
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    Ya, I ordered mine Friday because of the 'proper part' thing.
     
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    nedear88 My 1st Prius.

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    Hello,
    I have a question for you, since I read the post you installed the TRD sway bar, do you have to remove the rear shock absorber lower bolt in order to tighten and torque the endlink bolt? I just ordered mine from local Toyota dealer quoted $250 plus local tax, I am planning install it myself. Your reply is greatly appreciated. :D:thumb:

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    Yes, that is the preferred procedure. Be sure to only finger tighten the shock absorber bolt when the car is in the air, and do the final tightening once the car is back on the ground.

    MB860 ?
     
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    Sweet so we don't actually need to order the mounting hardware kit ?
     
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    Correct.

    MB860 ?
     
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    Do you have any installation instruction? I would like to see if I can do it myself without much tool.
     
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