Hotchkis Sway Bars

G Fo12ce · 02-03-2017, 11:12 AM

I've been considering doing sway bars when I install my springs and came across these. I searched and I also don't recall seeing anyone mentioned them so I thought I post them as another option. Looks like they are on sale for $336 on their site right now. Anyone using these? How do you like them?

Description
Applications: 2016 Camaro

Hotchkis Sport Suspension 22118 2016+ Camaro SS Adjustable Competition Sway Bars. Take your 2016+ Camaro to the next level of performance for Street, autocross and track days. Hotchkis Competition Sway Bars are one of the fastest easiest and most dramatic modifications you can make to the Gen 6 Camaro virtually eliminating body roll dramatically improving steering response and control. A high-strength three-way adjustable tubular 1.25 in. front bar and three-way adjustable 1.25 in. rear bar allow you to dial-in the way the car responds to throttle steer and driver input. Each kit will allow to Maintains excellent ride quality, Improved turning response and cornering, and all kits are CNC bent for a precise fit, Lightweight hollow construction, Anthracite powder coated for durability and Tested and tuned for best performance. All the necessary hardware including Premium mounting hardware, upgraded brackets and greasable polyurethane bushings along with complete installation instructions are included and the bars are designed tested and manufactured in the USA. Specs: Front 40%/65%/90% stiffer than stock SS and Rear 25%/35%/50% stiffer than stock SS.

EDIT: THIS PIC IS OF THEIR 5TH GEN KIT:

LibertyHill · 02-03-2017, 01:04 PM

Must be a stock picture because the parts don't look right for our Camaros nor do I see adjustability. Also surprising the rear isn't a size smaller?

But Hotchkis would be at the top of my list if I still needed swaybars. Good stuff.

TECHTURTLE · 02-03-2017, 01:18 PM

I had a set on my 2013 Camaro and really liked them. They make great stuff.

Extreme Dimensions · 02-03-2017, 02:19 PM

took them long enough lol but they make really nice products

BMR Suspension · 02-03-2017, 03:06 PM

I think those bars in the picture are fifth gen bars. they look really nice thought!

EMTNLSS · 02-03-2017, 07:02 PM

I had these on my previous car (G37) and enjoyed them. Think I might pick these up because that's a good deal.

G Fo12ce · 02-04-2017, 12:01 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by LibertyHill

Must be a stock picture because the parts don't look right for our Camaros nor do I see adjustability. Also surprising the rear isn't a size smaller?

But Hotchkis would be at the top of my list if I still needed swaybars. Good stuff.

Ya I took the pic off one of their dealers, their site actually didn't have an image yet.

BrianL · 02-04-2017, 08:49 AM

Their site says the 20% off sale ends tomorrow. Nobody yet has these on their SS for a review?

Block8head · 02-04-2017, 10:16 AM

I've order mine last week. it should be here sometime Tuesday. I have them on my 04 350Z and love it.

EMTNLSS · 02-05-2017, 02:41 PM

Just ordered mine today. Excited for them. What would be the recommended hole setup for the front and back for street driving and some canyon carving with maybe 1 or 2 track days a year.

G Fo12ce · 02-10-2017, 07:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by EMTNLSS

Just ordered mine today. Excited for them. What would be the recommended hole setup for the front and back for street driving and some canyon carving with maybe 1 or 2 track days a year.

Let me know when you figure out good baseline settings in case I go this route.

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EMTNLSS · 02-13-2017, 11:49 PM

Got them today. Manual says to start with stiffest in the front and softest in the back.

G Fo12ce · 02-14-2017, 04:27 PM

Here is the installation manual. I asked them for it today for anyone interested. Compared to the original image I listed on the first post which was of the 5th gen kit, the 6th gen is bars, bushings and hardware. No rear end links. The Salesman told me their bushing have graphite in them, to keep them quieter. He said maintenance is re-greasing once a year, the bushing brackets have grease fittings.

G Fo12ce · 02-14-2017, 04:36 PM

Still really undecided what to do. I may do a couple track days a year for fun, this is primarily my daily driver. I do like to drive some canyons and have some fun too. Trying to weight the benefits and any trade offs of these vs. 1LE/ZL1 bars. Anyone have any advice to offer?

02-03-2017, 11:12 AM	#1
G Fo12ce Drives: '16 2SS Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Orange County CA Posts: 699	Hotchkis Sway Bars I've been considering doing sway bars when I install my springs and came across these. I searched and I also don't recall seeing anyone mentioned them so I thought I post them as another option. Looks like they are on sale for $336 on their site right now. Anyone using these? How do you like them? Description Applications: 2016 Camaro Hotchkis Sport Suspension 22118 2016+ Camaro SS Adjustable Competition Sway Bars. Take your 2016+ Camaro to the next level of performance for Street, autocross and track days. Hotchkis Competition Sway Bars are one of the fastest easiest and most dramatic modifications you can make to the Gen 6 Camaro virtually eliminating body roll dramatically improving steering response and control. A high-strength three-way adjustable tubular 1.25 in. front bar and three-way adjustable 1.25 in. rear bar allow you to dial-in the way the car responds to throttle steer and driver input. Each kit will allow to Maintains excellent ride quality, Improved turning response and cornering, and all kits are CNC bent for a precise fit, Lightweight hollow construction, Anthracite powder coated for durability and Tested and tuned for best performance. All the necessary hardware including Premium mounting hardware, upgraded brackets and greasable polyurethane bushings along with complete installation instructions are included and the bars are designed tested and manufactured in the USA. Specs: Front 40%/65%/90% stiffer than stock SS and Rear 25%/35%/50% stiffer than stock SS. EDIT: THIS PIC IS OF THEIR 5TH GEN KIT: __________________ My Intro Post \| My Order \| My Ordering Guide TJCR2Q \| 2SS Red Hot\|Adrenaline Red\|MX0 A8\|56R Wheels\|5ZU Blade Spoiler\|NPP Exhaust\|F55 MRC\|IO6 Nav • 4/06/16 1100 Ordered (waiting for 5ZU acceptance) • 4/19/16 2000 Accepted with 5ZU • 4/23/16 3000 TPW:5/16/16 • 5/06/16 3100 • 5/13/16 3400 Broadcast Sheet • 5/24/16 3800 Vehicle Produced • 5/25/16 4B00 Bayed • 5/27/16 4300 Intermediate Delivery • 7/9/16 Delivered! Last edited by G Fo12ce; 02-14-2017 at 04:28 PM.

02-03-2017, 01:04 PM	#2
LibertyHill Drives: 16 2SS 6MT NPP MRC / 15 K1300S Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: NW of Austin Posts: 1,034	Must be a stock picture because the parts don't look right for our Camaros nor do I see adjustability. Also surprising the rear isn't a size smaller? But Hotchkis would be at the top of my list if I still needed swaybars. Good stuff. __________________ Rohana RFX-5 10/11, M/T 275/305, Eibachs, Hellwigs, Hurst SS, DMS LT4 SC 596HP/589TQ, DMS Low-side, Kooks 2LTs, MBRP Race, Rotofab, MMS CC

02-03-2017, 01:18 PM	#3
TECHTURTLE Drives: 2016 Camaro 2SS Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: OTP Atlanta Posts: 862 View My Garage	I had a set on my 2013 Camaro and really liked them. They make great stuff. __________________ 2016 2SS 6-Speed Manual... Magnetic Ride Control, Dual Mode Exhaust, Sunroof, Adrenaline Red Interior, Mylink W/Navigation Added Edelbrock E-Force Supercharger, GM 1LE Sway Bars, BMR Upper/Lower Trailing Arms, BMR Upper Control Arms. BMR Front/Rear Chassis Braces, BMR Tunnel Brace. GM Red knee Pads, GM Black Front Splitter, GM SEMA Concept Grille, GM Dark Taillights, GM Ground Effects package... Savini Di Forza BM-14 Gloss Black Wheels 9's front, 10's rear.

02-03-2017, 02:19 PM	#4
Extreme Dimensions Drives: 2016 1ss Camaro Join Date: May 2016 Location: Fullerton, CA Posts: 943	took them long enough lol but they make really nice products __________________ Andrew Bettridge Account Manager Extreme Dimensions 1-714-278-8000 EXT 17 andrew.bettridge@extremedimensions.com

02-03-2017, 07:02 PM	#6
EMTNLSS Drives: 2016 Hyper Blue 2SS Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: Layton, UT Posts: 498	I had these on my previous car (G37) and enjoyed them. Think I might pick these up because that's a good deal. __________________ 2SS Hyper Blue Metallic \| A8 \| Jet Black Interior \| NPP Exhaust Current Mods: Catch Can \| aFe Lowering Springs \| GM 2nd Gen Splitter \| Hotchkis Sway Bars \| MRR FS02 Wheels \| Flowmaster Exhaust \| Dark Tail Lights \| Diode Dynamics Sidemarkers \| Roto Fab \| Solar TB \| PRAY Ported IM \| BMR \| PRAY Tune Upcoming Mods:

02-03-2017, 03:06 PM	#5
BMR Suspension Drives: 2016 Camaro 2SS Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Tampa, FL Posts: 498	I think those bars in the picture are fifth gen bars. they look really nice thought!

02-04-2017, 08:49 AM	#8
BrianL Drives: 2016 2SS, Red Hot, NPP, Nav, M6 Join Date: Jul 2016 Location: Eagle Creek OR Posts: 783	Their site says the 20% off sale ends tomorrow. Nobody yet has these on their SS for a review? Last edited by BrianL; 02-15-2017 at 09:35 AM.

02-04-2017, 10:16 AM	#9
Block8head Drives: 2016 Vert 2SS/2018 ZL1 Vert Red Hot Join Date: Dec 2016 Location: Mars Posts: 252	I've order mine last week. it should be here sometime Tuesday. I have them on my 04 350Z and love it.

02-05-2017, 02:41 PM	#10
EMTNLSS Drives: 2016 Hyper Blue 2SS Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: Layton, UT Posts: 498	Just ordered mine today. Excited for them. What would be the recommended hole setup for the front and back for street driving and some canyon carving with maybe 1 or 2 track days a year. __________________ 2SS Hyper Blue Metallic \| A8 \| Jet Black Interior \| NPP Exhaust Current Mods: Catch Can \| aFe Lowering Springs \| GM 2nd Gen Splitter \| Hotchkis Sway Bars \| MRR FS02 Wheels \| Flowmaster Exhaust \| Dark Tail Lights \| Diode Dynamics Sidemarkers \| Roto Fab \| Solar TB \| PRAY Ported IM \| BMR \| PRAY Tune Upcoming Mods:

02-13-2017, 11:49 PM	#12
EMTNLSS Drives: 2016 Hyper Blue 2SS Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: Layton, UT Posts: 498	Got them today. Manual says to start with stiffest in the front and softest in the back. __________________ 2SS Hyper Blue Metallic \| A8 \| Jet Black Interior \| NPP Exhaust Current Mods: Catch Can \| aFe Lowering Springs \| GM 2nd Gen Splitter \| Hotchkis Sway Bars \| MRR FS02 Wheels \| Flowmaster Exhaust \| Dark Tail Lights \| Diode Dynamics Sidemarkers \| Roto Fab \| Solar TB \| PRAY Ported IM \| BMR \| PRAY Tune Upcoming Mods:

02-14-2017, 04:36 PM	#14
G Fo12ce Drives: '16 2SS Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Orange County CA Posts: 699	Still really undecided what to do. I may do a couple track days a year for fun, this is primarily my daily driver. I do like to drive some canyons and have some fun too. Trying to weight the benefits and any trade offs of these vs. 1LE/ZL1 bars. Anyone have any advice to offer? __________________ My Intro Post \| My Order \| My Ordering Guide TJCR2Q \| 2SS Red Hot\|Adrenaline Red\|MX0 A8\|56R Wheels\|5ZU Blade Spoiler\|NPP Exhaust\|F55 MRC\|IO6 Nav • 4/06/16 1100 Ordered (waiting for 5ZU acceptance) • 4/19/16 2000 Accepted with 5ZU • 4/23/16 3000 TPW:5/16/16 • 5/06/16 3100 • 5/13/16 3400 Broadcast Sheet • 5/24/16 3800 Vehicle Produced • 5/25/16 4B00 Bayed • 5/27/16 4300 Intermediate Delivery • 7/9/16 Delivered!

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