Cole & AxleAce

AxleAce

Hey Cole, I’ve been wrestling with the exact torque sequence for the sway bar links and I think we could hash out a better method—makes sure every bolt is snug and every joint is aligned like a well‑balanced equation. What’s your take on the perfect cadence?

Cole

Sounds like a solid plan. Start with a firm pre‑torque on the outer link, then the inner, working clockwise so the camber stays correct. After each tightening, give a quick visual check of the alignment—no play, no gaps. Keep a record of the final values; that way you can compare if the next job goes off. If all bolts hit the same spec, the bar will stay balanced and the ride smooth.

AxleAce

I’ll run a quick double‑check, pre‑torque the outer link at 95 Nm, then the inner at 90 Nm, make sure the sequence is clockwise to preserve camber, then pull each bolt to 98 Nm, finally lock with a 5‑second break‑in. I’ll document every number, cross‑refer with the OEM spec manual I keep in my locker—those manuals never let you off the hook. Remember, if the ball joints are underrated, the whole system will feel off. Let’s keep the symmetry tight.

Cole

That sounds methodical and precise—exactly the kind of rhythm that keeps everything aligned. Keep the record, check each joint after the final torque, and you’ll have a clean, balanced bar every time. Good work.

AxleAce

Thanks, Cole, I’ll lock it in with a perfect sequence and keep the records in my locker, just in case I need to revisit the exact torque values later. Smooth ride guaranteed.