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350Z Sway bars

Your 350Z

Pick your year to see what fits.

In the US, 2003 350Zs were coupes only and 2009 350Zs were roadsters only. 2003–2006 cars have the VQ35DE engine, 2007–2009 the VQ35HR.

Flatter cornering
Medium$360–$7602–3 hrs
All 350Z mods

Why do it

Stiffer bars cut body roll and sharpen turn-in without making the ride harsher.

Tools you'll need

Starting out? See our budget tool list.

Parts to buy

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Steps

  1. Remove the stock front bar

    • Raise the car, undo the end links and brackets, and take the bar out.
    Watch this step (Full Throttle, Hotchkis on a 350Z) (1:49–3:37)

  2. Fit the new front bar

    • Grease the bushings, fit the bar and brackets, then reconnect the end links and torque everything.
    Watch this step (4:45–7:06) Watch the final torque (7:06–10:50)

  3. Remove the stock rear bar

    • Undo the rear end links and brackets. The exhaust may need moving for clearance.
    Watch this step (1:17–3:46) Watch the exhaust clearance (3:46–5:15)

  4. Fit the new rear bar

    • Fit the bar and brackets, then refit the exhaust and torque everything.
    Watch this step (7:31–9:58) Watch the final assembly (9:58–11:20)

How to know it worked

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Safety first

  • Park on flat ground, set the parking brake and chock the wheels.
  • Never get under a car held up only by a jack. Use jack stands.
  • Let the engine and exhaust cool first.
  • Disconnect the battery before unplugging electrical parts.
  • Wear safety glasses.
  • If something doesn't match your car, stop and ask a shop.

Follow your part's instructions and your service manual's torque specs.