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Old 09-15-2004 | 12:08 PM
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Originally Posted by AcuraVic
Any more impressions on the Comptech Swaybar? Mine will be installed tomorrow

Have fun and report back soon! Mine is on the way from Comptech and will get here next Tuesday. I probably won't get to install it till next Saturday. This will be the best Bang for the Buck upgrade I will make. A-Spec suspension upgrade will be considered next year after I hear more about other options.

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Old 09-15-2004 | 12:10 PM
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kyle-wdp,

Thanks for the info. Did you have trouble with removing the bolt on the endlink? It's the one that connects the bar to the drop link. I hear folks have used an allen wrench to hold the stud to turn the nut and a little WD-40 helps to dissolve the rust. I appreciate any advice as mine will be here next week.

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Old 09-15-2004 | 02:49 PM
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Originally Posted by dsc888
kyle-wdp,

Thanks for the info. Did you have trouble with removing the bolt on the endlink? It's the one that connects the bar to the drop link. I hear folks have used an allen wrench to hold the stud to turn the nut and a little WD-40 helps to dissolve the rust. I appreciate any advice as mine will be here next week.

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I didn't use an allen wrench because I didn't realize it was an option (bought service manual after the install). But, that is definitely the way to go. Someone should scan the service manual. It is very clear. I would but I don't have access to a scanner.
Old 09-15-2004 | 02:59 PM
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Finally Got it

Originally Posted by PoochaKannInc
I don't have a 5AT, but from what I have read from 5AT owners it does improve handling very noticeably. 5AT owners can also chime in anytime...

$244 out the door. The car feels firmer, like switching on a firm setting for the suspension. Far less understeer. I'm sure better tires will help. I couldn't drive hard today because it started raining just as I left the Acura Dealer.

Question, Is the new RSB heaver than the old one? The old bar feels about 10 lbs
Old 09-15-2004 | 09:57 PM
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Originally Posted by dcarlinf1
I didn't use an allen wrench because I didn't realize it was an option (bought service manual after the install). But, that is definitely the way to go. Someone should scan the service manual. It is very clear. I would but I don't have access to a scanner.
Thanks dcarlif1! I was hoping that you can just take it off without the allen wrench if the stud were new and not too rusty but I guess you gotta do it the right way. That also means the cat back will have to be moved out of the way. It will be worth it.

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Old 09-15-2004 | 09:57 PM
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I did use an allen wrench on one side, just because someone had mentioned it here. Very easy install!
Old 09-15-2004 | 10:01 PM
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Originally Posted by SparkAF
So I guess you're saying installing a Comptech Rear Sway Bar on a non-A-Spec 5AT will improve handling
It will especially improve handling on a non A-spec 5AT !!!!! We need it the most.
Old 09-16-2004 | 01:11 AM
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Originally Posted by kyle-wdp
I did use an allen wrench on one side, just because someone had mentioned it here. Very easy install!
Thanks kyle. I will do the same next weekend then.

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