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Old Jul 27, 2023 | 12:20 PM
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Binding noise

Experiencing a binding/clunk in the suspension when turning left or right and sometimes over bumps.

I believe this is the culprit:



Is there anything else I should look for while I’m swapping it? Also are there any upgrades worthwhile for this particular part?

The rubber boot/covering disintegrated after simply touching it.


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Old Jul 27, 2023 | 03:01 PM
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Yeah, that looks like a sway bar/anti roll bar linkage, an OEM one. Pretty common wear item. Is your ride height lowered? If it is I would suggest getting adjustable sway bar links like from whiteline for example to adjust for the change from OEM to lowered ride height, that way you can get zero pre load or if you want to corner balance your car. It'll improve the longevity of the link and help with cornering.

If your suspension is factory just get an OEM equivalent, no need to upgrade.

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Old Jul 28, 2023 | 09:24 PM
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Originally Posted by DarkMirror
Yeah, that looks like a sway bar/anti roll bar linkage, an OEM one. Pretty common wear item. Is your ride height lowered? If it is I would suggest getting adjustable sway bar links like from whiteline for example to adjust for the change from OEM to lowered ride height, that way you can get zero pre load or if you want to corner balance your car. It'll improve the longevity of the link and help with cornering.

If your suspension is factory just get an OEM equivalent, no need to upgrade.
Is the whiteline sway bar worth buying?
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Old Jul 28, 2023 | 10:14 PM
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I'm unaware that whiteline makes a sway bar for w204 chassis's. BLKROKT and some others have installed a Eibach brand of aftermarket swaybars in other threads. Seems to work for them, but those guys track their cars.

If you mean the swaybar end link, I think it's worth it if you lowered your car. I'm not sure I can tell a difference since I don't really drive to the limits in corners.

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I'm unaware that whiteline makes a sway bar for w204 chassis's. BLKROKT and some others have installed a Eibach brand of aftermarket swaybars in other threads. Seems to work for them, but those guys track their cars.

If you mean the swaybar end link, I think it's worth it if you lowered your car. I'm not sure I can tell a difference since I don't really drive to the limits in corners.
I have ordered the links but I was wondering if this would be worthwhile
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This is not a 15minute job unless you have a right angle impact.
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