Indeed.

 

Oh man, so you’re sayin that running spreadsheet that I keep is a bad idea?? Haha

 

I like the neat (dare I say sexy?) parts as much as the next guy, but John is in a whole different category when it comes to application.

 

I think that is "fair" to say

 

Got both the Eibach and H&R bar on hand to compare. Both are 3-way, 24mm, solid, and exactly 9.75 lbs. They are essentially identical. Pick your color...

 

Ha probably from the same factory in India or something.

 

There are very slight differences between the two. Eibach has manufacturing facilities in Germany, UK, and USA. The box states Made in USA but the bar itself does not say and could be made at any of the plants. If memory serves me correct, my Eibach rep told me the bar itself is made in Germany. The H&R bar states 100% made in Germany.

 

Having worked in regulatory for alot of my career, if the box states Made in USA, then it would have to have been made in USA otherwise it would be considered misbranded and subject to FTC fines. Not saying that there aren't companies out there without any integrity, but if they are legitimately following the FTC and Country of Origin/Made In regs, then it was produced in the US.

 

What's up with the radial drilled/countersinked holes on the H&R bar bushing flange? I don't see those on the Eibach bar. Odd feature if not necessary.

 

Each flange on the H&R bar is secured with 4 set screws. It’s welded on the Eibach.

 

I bought piles of parts for my 72 Blazer project and everything was from overseas. All of it is nice quality though so whatever.

 

Isn't the GT3 rear bar a 21mm? What is the difference in integrity/stability and why the Eibach and H&R 24mm. Solid Vs hollow. Hmm..

 

Thanks. Interesting difference. Heat treatment change, etc.

 

I pick blue.

 

I broke a bar at the flange once and I'll never know how. When I looked at it hanging there, it looked useless. Sway bar bushings are among my favorite parts to buy for this car. It's great when a $20.00 part squeaks: "replace me"!