Bob Riding Posted April 26, 2023 Report Share Posted April 26, 2023 As I was perusing my various FB Mopar groups, I found a claim that a '55-'56 Imperial swaybar at 13/16" diameter, interchanges perfectly with the '49-'52 Plymouth swaybar which is 11/16" diameter. That seemed like an easy upgrade. I went to my local auto parts yard (he is an eBay seller too: Forthebeachonly) and found one at a reasonable price. In looking at the design, it's clear they didn't expect you to be able to replace the rubber bushings easily as they are captured inside a welded holder. I guess you could try to slide a new one on, but not sure that would be very easy or possible. Anyone have experience with this? Also which is preferred- rubber or the poly material? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Plymouthy Adams Posted April 26, 2023 Report Share Posted April 26, 2023 (edited) I would think first to find the replacement bush....then easy is only as you see the task once completed Just remembered, with the Forward Look crowd, this bush may be readily available...and maybe in poly. Poly gives less....one would work it into the capture of the bracket then well lube the bar and hole to slide the assembly together.... Edited April 26, 2023 by Plymouthy Adams 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sniper Posted April 26, 2023 Report Share Posted April 26, 2023 Might be simpler to weld up an adapter that goes between the frame an aftermarket swaybar bushing. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DJ194950 Posted April 26, 2023 Report Share Posted April 26, 2023 Might the parts just to spot welded together? Clean the rust and see? Maybe not to hard to drill and seperate? Just a thought. DJ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bob Riding Posted April 27, 2023 Author Report Share Posted April 27, 2023 2 hours ago, DJ194950 said: Might the parts just to spot welded together? Clean the rust and see? Maybe not to hard to drill and seperate? Just a thought. DJ that's what i was thinking- cut out the saddle, and re-weld later after installing new bushings Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nonstop Posted April 27, 2023 Report Share Posted April 27, 2023 14 hours ago, Bob Riding said: As I was perusing my various FB Mopar groups, I found a claim that a '55-'56 Imperial swaybar at 13/16" diameter, interchanges perfectly with the '49-'52 Plymouth swaybar which is 11/16" diameter. That seemed like an easy upgrade. I went to my local auto parts yard (he is an eBay seller too: Forthebeachonly) and found one at a reasonable price. In looking at the design, it's clear they didn't expect you to be able to replace the rubber bushings easily as they are captured inside a welded holder. I guess you could try to slide a new one on, but not sure that would be very easy or possible. Anyone have experience with this? Also which is preferred- rubber or the poly material? Two questions - do they have any more? And, what is the name of the yard? I have bought a few things from them on eBay, but would like to check out the yard one day! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bob Riding Posted April 27, 2023 Author Report Share Posted April 27, 2023 6 hours ago, nonstop said: Two questions - do they have any more? And, what is the name of the yard? I have bought a few things from them on eBay, but would like to check out the yard one day! The name is Globe Auto Parts, and I believe they have quite a few old Chryslers. Here's my writeup from a few years ago New NOS Seller in Selma I will call Jose (Steve, the owner, is recovering from a medical procedure and is out for a few weeks). I'll let you know. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Semmerling Posted April 27, 2023 Report Share Posted April 27, 2023 20 hours ago, Plymouthy Adams said: I would think first to find the replacement bush....then easy is only as you see the task once completed Just remembered, with the Forward Look crowd, this bush may be readily available...and maybe in poly. Poly gives less....one would work it into the capture of the bracket then well lube the bar and hole to slide the assembly together.... Important observation about the bushing being in poly. For those that are not aware that "give less" That PA mentions is a very real. Poly is a great improvement in some things but it comes with a price, almost every vibration will be much less deadened compared to the original bushing. Get ready to feel the difference. Yes you will get a much more immediate correction, but you will feel the road to a much higher degree as well. As an example, almost 1/2 the people that replace stock engine mounts with POLY mention their relative dissatisfaction with "vibration feel" coming through the steering wheel. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
D35 Torpedo Posted April 27, 2023 Report Share Posted April 27, 2023 (edited) 8 minutes ago, Semmerling said: Important observation about the bushing being in poly. For those that are not aware that "give less" That PA mentions is a very real. Poly is a great improvement in some things but it comes with a price, almost every vibration will be much less deadened compared to the original bushing. Get ready to feel the difference. Yes you will get a much more immediate correction, but you will feel the road to a much higher degree as well. As an example, almost 1/2 the people that replace stock engine mounts with POLY mention their relative dissatisfaction with "vibration feel" coming through the steering wheel. True, but for a sway bar, not a big deal. The entire front end pivots on steel bolts, not rubber. Edited April 27, 2023 by D35 Torpedo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bob Riding Posted April 27, 2023 Author Report Share Posted April 27, 2023 6 minutes ago, Semmerling said: Important observation about the bushing being in poly. For those that are not aware that "give less" That PA mentions is a very real. Poly is a great improvement in some things but it comes with a price, almost every vibration will be much less deadened compared to the original bushing. Get ready to feel the difference. Yes you will get a much more immediate correction, but you will feel the road to a much higher degree as well. As an example, almost 1/2 the people that replace stock engine mounts with POLY mention their relative dissatisfaction with "vibration feel" coming through the steering wheel. Great info. I am looking for the classic "cushy" ride with less body roll. It ain't no racecar! Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nonstop Posted April 27, 2023 Report Share Posted April 27, 2023 1 hour ago, Bob Riding said: The name is Globe Auto Parts, and I believe they have quite a few old Chryslers. Here's my writeup from a few years ago New NOS Seller in Selma I will call Jose (Steve, the owner, is recovering from a medical procedure and is out for a few weeks). I'll let you know. That would be awesome, I really appreciate it, thank you! Is it a big yard? Looking for an excuse to head down that way to check them out! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bob Riding Posted April 27, 2023 Author Report Share Posted April 27, 2023 27 minutes ago, nonstop said: That would be awesome, I really appreciate it, thank you! Is it a big yard? Looking for an excuse to head down that way to check them out! Definitely worth a trip from the Bay Area. Have you ever been to Turner's? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nonstop Posted April 27, 2023 Report Share Posted April 27, 2023 Never been there either! As you probably know, there are almost no junkyards in the Bay Area anymore (save for Pick n Pull which is like the AutoZone of junkyards). It is looking like it is time to make a Central Valley JY trip! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bob Riding Posted April 27, 2023 Author Report Share Posted April 27, 2023 24 minutes ago, nonstop said: Never been there either! As you probably know, there are almost no junkyards in the Bay Area anymore (save for Pick n Pull which is like the AutoZone of junkyards). It is looking like it is time to make a Central Valley JY trip! Just talked to Jose. He will be out to the Fowler Yard next Monday or Tuesday and will look- He said he would call me. News at 11. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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