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Old 09-27-2018 | 11:29 AM
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Nice Rear Sway Bar!!! Do you have the matching one for the front???

BTW, you have it offset to one side if you are not already aware.
Old 09-27-2018 | 01:18 PM
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Originally Posted by 1FastBrick
BTW, you have it offset to one side if you are not already aware.
Looks like the offset is necessary to clear the offset shock.
Old 09-27-2018 | 03:19 PM
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Looks like the offset is necessary to clear the offset shock.
It's not, I assure you. I have one from the manufacture installed on my truck. I'm in the evaluation process with them right now.
Old 09-27-2018 | 07:34 PM
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Originally Posted by 1FastBrick
Nice Rear Sway Bar!!! Do you have the matching one for the front???

BTW, you have it offset to one side if you are not already aware.
I’m running the big Hellwig front bar.

Yes the rear is offset a little more to the right. That only gives me a 1/2” clearance from the left shock hanger. There was also a fitment issue with the left end link bracket they supply. The proper location puts it right where the left upper shock mount is.



Old 09-27-2018 | 07:53 PM
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I’m running the big Hellwig front bar.

Yes the rear is offset a little more to the right. That only gives me a 1/2” clearance from the left shock hanger. There was also a fitment issue with the left end link bracket they supply. The proper location puts it right where the left upper shock mount is.
Here is some pictures from my personal truck. I picked the kit of from the actual manufacture where they make them. I have a Magnaflow cat back and left the spare tire in place. It's a tight fit but I have had it on since about June 1st. They were out of stock on the correct front bar so I had to wait for it to be made. I put it on a few weeks back and its a huge improvment!!!





Old 09-27-2018 | 08:16 PM
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I spent 2 hours just aligning the sway bar and that’s the best it’s gonna get for me. The bar is 1/2” from the left shock hanger and the bar itself is offset to the right side over 1/2”. I could get it closer but it would still be offset. I’m good with leaving it where it is. It works and doesn’t come in contact with anything.
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Originally Posted by SDjeff619
I spent 2 hours just aligning the sway bar and that’s the best it’s gonna get for me. The bar is 1/2” from the left shock hanger and the bar itself is offset to the right side over 1/2”. I could get it closer but it would still be offset. I’m good with leaving it where it is. It works and doesn’t come in contact with anything.
Mine is stock height. Looks like you might also be lowered too.

I am just curious if there is an actual issue.

I was trying to get the Hotchkiss bars made again. The upfront cost is so high it's just not financially feasible to try and hopefully break even. This company is an alternative I have been looking into. I am have been trying to put something together with the owner. That's why I am curious if there is an issue. I have yet to bolt one of these to a 14 bolt though and check fitment. Also need to try an aftermarket cover and check fitment.
Old 09-27-2018 | 10:04 PM
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Originally Posted by 1FastBrick
Mine is stock height. Looks like you might also be lowered too.

I am just curious if there is an actual issue.

I was trying to get the Hotchkiss bars made again. The upfront cost is so high it's just not financially feasible to try and hopefully break even. This company is an alternative I have been looking into. I am have been trying to put something together with the owner. That's why I am curious if there is an issue. I have yet to bolt one of these to a 14 bolt though and check fitment. Also need to try an aftermarket cover and check fitment.
I still have to install my A1 cover once I decide to throw in the trutrac but It looks like there’s plenty of clearance for the cover to fit with the sway bar.
Old 09-29-2018 | 08:19 PM
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QTP Y pipe review...it’s horrible. It looks like some Chinese eBay BS and not worth $82. The stainless is tin can thin and the Y extension cut out is horrible. I spent 3.5 hours trimming for optimal flow.

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Such a shame.



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