I'm not sure, but I don't think it always has to be cut. I'm pretty sure I've seen people post that they did have to cut it and others that didn't.
98.5 SVT
91 Escort GT (almost sold)
96 ATX Zetec (i brake to watch you swerve)
FS: SVT rear sway bar
WTB: Very cheap beater
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