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Has there been a determination what rear bar to upgrade to from a stock 528ix? Would like to match the upgraded M5 front bar as close as possible. Thanks in advance.
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09-20-2013, 11:20 AM | #229 |
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So you has the M5 front sway bar on you 528i xdrive? Then why didn't it fit onto Akkord29's 528i xdrive in post #213?
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09-20-2013, 12:13 PM | #230 |
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My rear M550D/650 rear sway bar just arrived. Its 16mm and going to put it in my LCI 550 tomorrow. Stock size on my car is 14mm.
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I don't see why it won't fit the 528ix if this is an accurate assumption. I am going to get it up on the lift see when it comes in. If not, then check the classifieds next week for a deal on an M5 bar.
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Even though the 16mm is only 2mm (or about 14%) larger, I suspect the difference will be felt nonetheless. I read a while back on a Porche post that the resistance factor was exponential to the increase in bar diameter. I just don't remember the formula or factor but nevertheless, I can't help but believe there'll be a benefit. Can't wait to hear your report.
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where did you source yours from? rear sway bar I mean...I've already done the front sway bar replacement. Have a 2012 550i with M Sports package. Would it be a direct fit?
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Looking at the pics, I assume it's the two new bushings (33556788630) in the plastic bags. And that's all you need, plus the sway bar (33556791932), right?
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Do you feel the difference after swapping the rear sway bar from 14 to 16mm? Swapping the front is more noticeable than swapping the rear? I suspect swapping the rear will add "oversteer" to balance out the extra "understeer" added by swapping the front. Better feel when exiting corner? I am planning to swap both front and rear at the same time, if the rear makes a different. |
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yes the rear does make a difference but not as dramatic as the front. Well worth the $190 price tag for the parts and the install for the rear is super easy.
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I just put on the rear bar last week as well. Agree with what Alan said. Rear is less noticeable, but made the car handles better overall.
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