DIY: Front Swaybar Poly Bushing Mount UPDATED

[nyst8ofmind]

What part number end link bushings are used? Are they a universal fit?

[renaldo0613]

Attempted to fabricate my brackets today hacksaw didn't work, can't use sawzall because I won't get straight lines. I may have bought to thick of a piece of a metal. I got a 16gauge straight steel plate. I wanted to be sure that sucker does not move. I'm going to have to take an alternative approach on cutting these things out.

[awehlage]

I used a jig saw and invested in a lot of metal cutting blades for my front and rear brackets. If you don't have access to a band saw then its the next best thing. I think I used 18 gauge steel plate. Just go slow and use lubricant so nothing overheats and the blade doesn't brake into a million pieces!!

[aweb80]

When I had my Aurora, I was amazed at how much the ES endlinks made a difference. i also had poly mounts for the front and rear stock sways. Was good enough for me. I loved on/off ramps with that boat of a car.

[sall]

LOL told ya

I have one of these. Takes less than 30 seconds to cut through 1/8" bar steel. I use it all the time so not sure if it is a justifiable purchase for you.

www.harborfreight.com/3-12-horsepower-14-in-industrial-cut-off-saw-68104.html

They have a smaller 6 inch one too.

Drill press will help ya a bunch too along with a center punch.

[renaldo0613]

Aug 21, 2013 18:30:25 GMT -6 sall said:

LOL told ya

I have one of these. Takes about 30 seconds to cut through 1/8" bar steel. I use it all the time so not sure if it is a justifiable purchase for you.

www.harborfreight.com/3-12-horsepower-14-in-industrial-cut-off-saw-68104.html

They have a smaller 6 inch one too.

Drill press will help ya a bunch too along with a center punch.

Link is dead. It leads me to shipping

[sall]

I fixed it.

but here ya go

www.harborfreight.com/3-12-horsepower-14-in-industrial-cut-off-saw-68104.html

or smaller version for cheaper

www.harborfreight.com/6-in-cut-off-saw-69438.html

I use dewalt blades though and not HF.

[renaldo0613]

Aug 21, 2013 18:57:57 GMT -6 sall said:

I fixed it.

but here ya go

www.harborfreight.com/3-12-horsepower-14-in-industrial-cut-off-saw-68104.html

or smaller version for cheaper

www.harborfreight.com/6-in-cut-off-saw-69438.html

I use dewalt blades though and not HF.

Ahhh I see now. Yes the 6inch will do justice. Welp looks like I will be getting this at the end of the week.

[renaldo0613]

Aug 21, 2013 17:39:00 GMT -6 awehlage said:

I used a jig saw and invested in a lot of metal cutting blades for my front and rear brackets. If you don't have access to a band saw then its the next best thing. I think I used 18 gauge steel plate. Just go slow and use lubricant so nothing overheats and the blade doesn't brake into a million pieces!!

Hmmm Jigsaw price looks a little more attractive at the moment.

[sall]

Jigsaw plus blades is probably going to cost you about the same as the 6" cutoff if not more. You probably chew through the blades too. It will ultimately have more common household uses though. I've got way too many tools though. Wait did I say that? Can;t ever have too many tools. Just not enough space ;D

[renaldo0613]

Aug 21, 2013 21:19:10 GMT -6 sall said:

Jigsaw plus blades is probably going to cost you about the same as the 6" cutoff if not more. It will ultimately have more common household uses though.

This is true. Before I buy anyting I best go pass my parents house and check my dads inventory. Something is telling me he has something I can utilize. Free is the best way to do it lol.

[tigger]

Renaldo, if you have to buy one or the other, go with the cut-off saw. I rarely use the jigsaw, but admittedly nice to have both.

Aug 21, 2013 21:19:10 GMT -6 sall said:

Can;t ever have too many tools. Just not enough space ;D

Ain't that the truth.