Stock rear anti-roll bar (2.5 GT)

EricR · 10-14-1999, 02:23 PM

15mm is stock on Legacy's other than Outbacks.. Outback's get the 18mm bar. Seems to me like you could get the 18mm bar for the outback and save some money. Hmm..

Don't know about the SCCA stock stuff tho'

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Subie Gal · 10-14-1999, 02:30 PM

I have an 18mm. I bought it "used" from a friend of mine for $100. It's awesome.

I have heard you use the ones off of an Outback. Try a junkyard first. You might get lucky - then go to a dealer and give it your best shot.

I

97GT · 10-14-1999, 07:24 PM

What kind of improvement do you get from going from the stock rear bar on the GT to a larger size in terms of normal city/highway driving? Any downside? Thanks.

Radio Flyer · 10-15-1999, 12:39 AM

I'm curious, what is it's size? I see that I can buy an 18mm one from SPD Tuning, but, a) is that actually larger, and b) that would break the rules for SCCA stock, wouldn't it?

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'98 2.5 GT Wagon
lanam@vei.net

Radio Flyer · 10-15-1999, 05:47 AM

So, based on the responses here, the 2.5 GT comes with a smaller bar than the Outback?! I'm gonna have to climb under my car and try to measure it...

97 GT: There would really be no difference in normal driving. The difference should be apparent when you get into the twisties -- the firmed up rear-end of the car will make the handling more neutral (less understeer or push). The only downside would be if you were surprised by and unable to handle some oversteer. That would be bad.

- Eric

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'98 2.5 GT Wagon

EricR · 10-15-1999, 09:06 AM

I highly recommend this mod. It is easy as pie to do yourself and you will notice the difference when cornering. The car feels almost 100% neutral through the corners. As far as regular driving goes.. you can't tell the difference.

You can get a new 18mm bar for around 135.00 from www.subaruparts.com

[This message has been edited by EricR (edited October 15, 1999).]

Subie Gal · 10-15-1999, 11:04 AM

I noticed the difference IMMEDIATELY after putting the sway bar on - but I have the H&R's springs, so I am sure that makes A HUGE difference. It took a couple weeks for me to get used to it. Oversteered on a few corners

oops. I was really hesitant at first - but NOW - in the corners I am pretty tough to keep up with!!

Subie Gal · 10-15-1999, 01:06 PM

HEY RADIO FLYER -

Did you see the post on the i-club market?
A guy has a 98 Legacy sway bar - AT A GOOD PRICE.

HE SAYS,

Bought it from SPD a year ago. No longer needed, price $75 OBO.

I say go for it, cuz you won't get a better deal!

97GT · 10-16-1999, 06:09 AM

Thanks for the responses. My last few cars have been overpowered RWD (454 Monte Carlo SS, police package Crown Vic) so I am not a stranger to oversteer. However I am sure the AWD Subaru behaves differently in this condition.
I've only had my 97GT for a few weeks and am still getting used to it. Been waiting for a rainy day and an empty parking lot.

- Felix

SYMS GT · 10-18-1999, 05:11 PM

For those of you looking at upgraded bars...GO BIG. I have a 21mm and it really transforms the car. I had the 18mm ( hi Jamie) so I know what thats all about.
There's no real worries to date. Waiting for the snow. With the added wheel base of the Legacy there isn't much to worry about. If it does come out just plant your right foot!!
One last thing, for those of you who can't find what you're looking for the Impreza bars work on the Legacy and vise versa.
-Matt A

10-15-1999, 12:39 AM	#4
Radio Flyer Scooby Specialist Member#: 374 Join Date: Oct 1999 Chapter/Region: SWIC Location: Albuquerque, NM Vehicle: '98 2.5 GT Wagon Rio Red	Stock rear anti-roll bar (2.5 GT) I'm curious, what is it's size? I see that I can buy an 18mm one from SPD Tuning, but, a) is that actually larger, and b) that would break the rules for SCCA stock, wouldn't it? ------------------ '98 2.5 GT Wagon lanam@vei.net

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10-14-1999, 02:23 PM	#1
EricR Scooby Newbie Member#: 281 Join Date: Sep 1999 Location: Mill Creek,WA,USA Vehicle: 99 Legacy GT Ltd. Black, 91 GVR4 #1298	15mm is stock on Legacy's other than Outbacks.. Outback's get the 18mm bar. Seems to me like you could get the 18mm bar for the outback and save some money. Hmm.. Don't know about the SCCA stock stuff tho' * Registered users of the site do not see these ads.

10-14-1999, 02:30 PM	#2
Subie Gal GC84Ever Super Moderator Member#: 301 Join Date: Sep 1999 Chapter/Region: NWIC Location: WA Vehicle: 2001 2.5 RS/70 Van 02 WRX Rally Stud	I have an 18mm. I bought it "used" from a friend of mine for $100. It's awesome. I have heard you use the ones off of an Outback. Try a junkyard first. You might get lucky - then go to a dealer and give it your best shot. I

10-14-1999, 07:24 PM	#3
97GT Scooby Newbie Member#: 408 Join Date: Oct 1999 Location: Milford, CT	What kind of improvement do you get from going from the stock rear bar on the GT to a larger size in terms of normal city/highway driving? Any downside? Thanks.

10-15-1999, 05:47 AM	#5
Radio Flyer Scooby Specialist Member#: 374 Join Date: Oct 1999 Chapter/Region: SWIC Location: Albuquerque, NM Vehicle: '98 2.5 GT Wagon Rio Red	So, based on the responses here, the 2.5 GT comes with a smaller bar than the Outback?! I'm gonna have to climb under my car and try to measure it... 97 GT: There would really be no difference in normal driving. The difference should be apparent when you get into the twisties -- the firmed up rear-end of the car will make the handling more neutral (less understeer or push). The only downside would be if you were surprised by and unable to handle some oversteer. That would be bad. - Eric ------------------ '98 2.5 GT Wagon

10-15-1999, 09:06 AM	#6
EricR Scooby Newbie Member#: 281 Join Date: Sep 1999 Location: Mill Creek,WA,USA Vehicle: 99 Legacy GT Ltd. Black, 91 GVR4 #1298	I highly recommend this mod. It is easy as pie to do yourself and you will notice the difference when cornering. The car feels almost 100% neutral through the corners. As far as regular driving goes.. you can't tell the difference. You can get a new 18mm bar for around 135.00 from www.subaruparts.com [This message has been edited by EricR (edited October 15, 1999).]

10-15-1999, 11:04 AM	#7
Subie Gal GC84Ever Super Moderator Member#: 301 Join Date: Sep 1999 Chapter/Region: NWIC Location: WA Vehicle: 2001 2.5 RS/70 Van 02 WRX Rally Stud	I noticed the difference IMMEDIATELY after putting the sway bar on - but I have the H&R's springs, so I am sure that makes A HUGE difference. It took a couple weeks for me to get used to it. Oversteered on a few corners oops. I was really hesitant at first - but NOW - in the corners I am pretty tough to keep up with!!

10-15-1999, 01:06 PM	#8
Subie Gal GC84Ever Super Moderator Member#: 301 Join Date: Sep 1999 Chapter/Region: NWIC Location: WA Vehicle: 2001 2.5 RS/70 Van 02 WRX Rally Stud	HEY RADIO FLYER - Did you see the post on the i-club market? A guy has a 98 Legacy sway bar - AT A GOOD PRICE. HE SAYS, Bought it from SPD a year ago. No longer needed, price $75 OBO. I say go for it, cuz you won't get a better deal!

10-16-1999, 06:09 AM	#9
97GT Scooby Newbie Member#: 408 Join Date: Oct 1999 Location: Milford, CT	Thanks for the responses. My last few cars have been overpowered RWD (454 Monte Carlo SS, police package Crown Vic) so I am not a stranger to oversteer. However I am sure the AWD Subaru behaves differently in this condition. I've only had my 97GT for a few weeks and am still getting used to it. Been waiting for a rainy day and an empty parking lot. - Felix

10-18-1999, 05:11 PM	#10
SYMS GT Scooby Newbie Member#: 427 Join Date: Oct 1999 Chapter/Region: NWIC Location: Bend, OR Vehicle: '91 SS Legacy EJ257 DOHC/18g/FMIC/V.8 6spd	For those of you looking at upgraded bars...GO BIG. I have a 21mm and it really transforms the car. I had the 18mm ( hi Jamie) so I know what thats all about. There's no real worries to date. Waiting for the snow. With the added wheel base of the Legacy there isn't much to worry about. If it does come out just plant your right foot!! One last thing, for those of you who can't find what you're looking for the Impreza bars work on the Legacy and vise versa. -Matt A