hey guys, what's the standard size on a stock sway bar for a 71 cutlass S? I am replacing sway bar bushings along with various other front end parts. thanks for info.

 

If you have a set of open end wrenches you can measure it with them. Just get the one that slips over it snugly. Like 7/8, 15/16, 1".

 

7/8" front and rear. The vert had 1" front IIRC but still the 7/8" rear.

Sway bar bushings will look like they're the wrong size at first but will crush down to the right size when you torque down the bolts. Make sure you install the slit in the bushings properly, they go to the front. Sounds like you're also in the market for a new link kit on each side?

 

Thanks for the quick reply now i can order bushings and yes i already received my link kits along with upper and lower ball joints, control arm bushings, inner and outer tie rod ends,adjusting sleeves, idler arm and am converting to disc brakes once i find a reliable source with a decent price, so many vendors to choose from. Once again thanks for info.

 

You're welcome.

Be sure to start a build thread on your project when you get everything organized; everyone loves watching these projects come together. Sounds like you're doing a major upgrade to your front suspension.

Just a thought if $$$ is a concern. Sounds like you have good mechanical skills and project management; have you considered buying an OEM used DB setup and restoring it? Might cost a lot less than a new kit and they can be restored/rebuild - plus guaranteed to fit right. There's a large number of choices (all DB equipped GM A body - not just Olds) from 1968-72.

You're right though - LOTS of vendors. Have you checked out The Right Stuff and In Line Tube?