Sway Bar
06-30-14, 08:15 PM
#76
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I ordered IS-F bushings a couple of weeks ago from my local Lexus dealer.
There wasn't any available in Canada so they got them from Lexus California. It only took two days to get them.
It looks like we have cleaned out the supply
There wasn't any available in Canada so they got them from Lexus California. It only took two days to get them.
It looks like we have cleaned out the supply
06-30-14, 10:41 PM
#77
ShawnOk, I did some digging for the rear sway bar bushings since I wasn't willing to wait two weeks for Sewell to have the parts and found another site that sell polyurethane rear sway bar bushings. The name of the company is Figs Engineering and they're located in Colorado. Their website is
www.shopfigs.com
I made contact with them and was informed the IS300 bushing will fit the ISF 2008. This should work for our SC since we're using the rear sway bar for the ISF. The bushing from Figs come in a blue color from sizes 14mm thru 19mm. Refer to the screen shot below. The pair cost me $32 with no tax and shipping to CA. I elected the priority mail for $3 bucks. I should have the bushings by Thursday this week. The set also comes with the grease. BTW: They use PayPal.
www.shopfigs.com
I made contact with them and was informed the IS300 bushing will fit the ISF 2008. This should work for our SC since we're using the rear sway bar for the ISF. The bushing from Figs come in a blue color from sizes 14mm thru 19mm. Refer to the screen shot below. The pair cost me $32 with no tax and shipping to CA. I elected the priority mail for $3 bucks. I should have the bushings by Thursday this week. The set also comes with the grease. BTW: They use PayPal.
07-03-14, 01:39 PM
#82
Since I removed my muffler, I also had to order the rear exhaust gaskets. I had to do my mod laying on my back on the garage floor since I don't have a lift. It just took me a bit longer, but was able to accomplish the task. What's next? I still need to replace the front sway bar. More pictures to follow once I finish the task.
07-03-14, 02:31 PM
#83
Bushing shot. I took a gamble and purchased the rear bushing metal brackets from Sewell for the 2008 ISF. In order for the brackets to fit the rear setup on the SC430 I had to open the holes on the bracket wider. After trail fitting the rear ISF bracket over the bushing housing on the frame I came to the conclusion the fit is acceptable. However, for others attempting this mod you can get away with just using the OEM brackets from your SC coupe. This will save you work, time and pocket change for a nice lunch. Also take notice: I used micro rags to cover up the sharp edges while fitting the sway bar in place to avoid chipping the paint on the sway bar.
07-03-14, 02:46 PM
#84
Here is a shot of the metal rear sway bar brackets. The item to the right is the stock ISF bracket. The one to the left is the ISF bracket now modified with elongated openings. This allowed me to align the bracket forward or backwards on the frame mount.
07-03-14, 04:38 PM
#85
darthsid
that's what I did with my ISF brackets. your right the stock 430sc brackets will work. Fig bushings are delayed for a week. not available at present.
I did not have to remove my exhaust.
that's what I did with my ISF brackets. your right the stock 430sc brackets will work. Fig bushings are delayed for a week. not available at present.
I did not have to remove my exhaust.
Last edited by bacardi11; 07-03-14 at 04:57 PM.
07-04-14, 12:52 PM
#87
Instructor
I know I have said it before DarthSid, but the underside of your car looks brand new. The joys of living in California against the salt laden winter streets of London.
07-04-14, 03:27 PM
#88
Yes you have Wil44, and I agree with you. I'm glad I don't drive in snow rain or salt covered roads. When I take a look underneath my car I think it's dirty. I take a power wash gun to clean off the grime.
07-07-14, 12:07 PM
#89
I finally completed my sway bar upgrade project. I installed a 28.6mm sway bar for a GS300 which I purchased from Sewell. The stock SC430 sway bar is approximately 26.0mm in diameter. I compared both bars and noticed the original bar is heavier and made from a solid piece of metal vs. the upgrade bar which is a bit lighter and appears to be made from a tubular type material. In all, the bar is made by Toyota and I would imagine the quality is top notch. The polyurethane bushings are a plus, and I highly recommend them over the OEM product. If you attempt this mod, the original front stabilizer brackets fit perfectly over the urethane bushings. Next round will be to test drive the car. More to follow after the text drive.