[2014MSM]

Well I finally installed my Progress rear sway bar. It only took me about 20-30 minutes and I didn't have too much trouble with the end links. This was done on the ground w/o jacking the car. The passenger side end link took a little longer because the muffler was kind of in the way.

Anyway it's a quality sway bar, 22mm and solid with urethane bushings. It follows the contours of the stock one so the fitment is perfect. Oh and it has two adjustable positions for the end links.

Having the I4 and hearing of the possible interference between the TL sway bar and exhaust I decided that I would just spend the extra $$$ and get something that fits perfect. Not knocking anybody that went with the TL sway bar. For me it was just a personal choice and the difference in price insignificant for the peace of mind.

I installed it on the "softer" of the two settings for starters. I wasn't sure how the car was going to react and didn't want any surprises. I would suspect that the difference between the two settings is like the difference between the TL 17mm and 20mm bars, but I have no proof of this. That is just how I'm conceptualizing it. I plan to add the TL-S front sway bar in a few weeks and will adjust the rear one to the "stiffer" of the two settings at that time.

I only drove the car for only a few miles since the install this afternoon, but the change is definitely felt. I was able to take turns 5-10 MPH faster w/o any drama. I highly recommend this mod. By the way I got mine on eBay from Never Enough Auto Accessories. They had it in stock and shipped it very quickly.

 

[RTexasF]

Based on what I have read from those having installed 20mm and above be cautious when you push it to the limit.
The tail end can come around very suddenly when you least expect it. No experience with this, just repeating what I have seen on various Honda forums.

 

[2014MSM]

Based on what I have read from those having installed 20mm and above be cautious when you push it to the limit.
The tail end can come around very suddenly when you least expect it. No experience with this, just repeating what I have seen on various Honda forums.

I agree, hence my statement that I initially installed it on the "softer" setting as to avoid any "surprises".

 

[RTexasF]

I did see that, smart move in my opinion. Still, exercise caution when you get in a full tilt boogie mode.

 

[turBeau]

I think I'm going to go w/ the Progress myself due to bending the exhaust hanger. I don't mind spending a little extra change for a perfict fit.

 

[mnkyman]

how much was it?

 

[turBeau]

how much was it?

Don't know about Ebay, but Progress site has it listed for ~ 170 IIRC. It is a nice piece. Ebay has to be cheaper.

 

[turBeau]

131.75 w/ free shipping

 

[2014MSM]

131.75 w/ free shipping

That is what I paid for it. They shipped it quickly and provided tracking info. Overall a great transaction with that vendor. And I'll state again that for the I4 cars if you don't want the hassle of bending your exhaust mounting then this is the way to go.

 

[dieselgg]

I have read in other posts that when installing the rear sway bar, you have to eventually install front stabilizer bar at the struts to balance out any possible under or oversteer. Is this necessary?

Which would make the bigger improvement ... the rear sway bar or the one that goes across the struts?

 

[anysia]

That is what I paid for it. They shipped it quickly and provided tracking info. Overall a great transaction with that vendor. And I'll state again that for the I4 cars if you don't want the hassle of bending your exhaust mounting then this is the way to go.

not sure why bending the exhaust hanger on the i4 is neccessary with the tl sway bar.... it clears it just fine in an i4 coupe, no bending, no manipulating. :yes: but, go with whatever you're comfortable with..... i'd personally have saved the cash since i know it doesn't require any bending of anything.

 

[dieselgg]

If you have the I4 sedan, you need to bend the hanger for it to fit.

 

[RTexasF]

I didn't do any bending whatsoever, just bolted it up. No noise, squeeking, nothing.

 

[anysia]

I didn't do any bending whatsoever, just bolted it up. No noise, squeeking, nothing.

hey rtf! i think it's only the older members who have been able to accomplish this... :lmao: not sure what the reasoning has been though! maybe it's due to experience or method of installation? it's one of those great mysteries, ain't it?! but glad to have the insight of an i4 sedan owner on getting it installed with a good fit. stevel is has the i4 coupe and v6 sedan covered. :thmsup:

 

[SiClone]

My TL bar fits. Didn't have to bend anything. It looks likes it does slightly touch, but does not rattle. Good enough for me....:thmsup:

 

[The Pope]

I have read in other posts that when installing the rear sway bar, you have to eventually install front stabilizer bar at the struts to balance out any possible under or oversteer. Is this necessary?

Which would make the bigger improvement ... the rear sway bar or the one that goes across the struts?

Necessary is a relative term. None of these mods are necessary. :naughty: It all depends on how hard you are planning on driving your Accord.

The rear sway bar would make a bigger improvement IMO, but I would also add the front upper strut brace. But is it necessary? You will need to make that call for yourself after driving your car with the new rear sway bar installed.

 

[JBrian]

I didn't do any bending whatsoever, just bolted it up. No noise, squeeking, nothing.

:stupid:

 

[thechamp]

I have the 20 mm TL sway bar and I had to bend the exhaust hanger a little. I think if you go with 17 mm, you might get away without bending it, but in my case, there's no way around it.

 

[chanke4252]

my tl bars (front and rear) do not rub or hit anything at all, perfect fit. Of course, I do have a v6, so the exhaust hanger thing isnt an issue.

 

[turBeau]

So what is the deal w/ some 4 cylinder's having issues mounting the sway and some don't? Most that have responded haven't had to bend the hanger, but who has and why? 100 plus dollar's difference in the 2 is quite a chunk of change come to think of it. Thats half of a "decent" set of springs!