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Stock verses aftermarket sway bar end links w/picture
Hey all,
So I picked up a 2008 C350 a few months ago and during my inspection I noticed both front sway bar end links had torn boots. I knew this was an easy fix so I decided to replace them myself, and in the process I feel like the parts I used to replace the stockers were an upgrade.
The new ones felt very similar in weight, but the ends of the links felt a little more solid.
I used the Beck Arnley ones and as an FYI, each side is a different part number.
I wouldn't say Beck Arnley is an upgrade. They've always been the cheap aftermarket option if you're looking to save money.
I thought the OEM links were cheap anyway. All rubber will wear out in time, it's a matter of when. The design with the caps though, I don't think they'll last longer than OEM.
The rubber boots on my original sway bar links weren't even torn, but the ball joints were so wobbly they almost moved freely. Replaced them with these ones pictured made by febi. I put a few layers of clear coat enamel on them since they don't have that anti corrosion coating, but I doubt it'll make a difference in the long run Cornering before replacing them felt sloppy, and I had some very loud front end clunking while reversing over bumps.
My links had one blown boot each, nothing crazy. Overall the car rode pretty solid even with them being blown. I need to check the rear too just to make sure everything is good to go.
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Cornering before replacing them felt sloppy, and I had some very loud front end clunking while reversing over bumps.
