Originally posted by DemonSVT:
Even a stock bar (19mm) with poly bushings has torn out the mounts.

Also the stock mounts are so weak they bend with the stock bar.
ANY setup should have them re-enforced. You are not getting the real benefit of your rear bar when the mounts bend. Especially a larger bar.
Also any time the mounts bend you get erratic rear handling. Very bad!

So do not think you are "safe" just because you do not have an Aussie bar! 'nuff said.



I�m sure glad to hear about this now instead of after I�ve installed my rear bar. Do you have pictures of what the reinforcing should look like?

The Original Owner of 1998 SVT Contour #3384 of 6535, Toreador Red/Midnight Blue, Assembled September 3rd, 1997 Also the Original Owner of a 1998.5 Contour SE Sport V6 5-speed, Vibrant White/Greystone Sport Cloth, Assembled August 6th, 1998