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Hi, I am headed down the track, to engine swap a Toyota 1JZ-GE (non-turbo, front sump), into a 1980 244. Looking for options to replace the 244 front sway bar, as has clearance issue with engine sump. Have seen a 260 series (pictures only), for the V6, that looks like it could work. And understand that they may be used for LS swaps. Trying to use factory mounting points, unless there is no other option.

Can anyone with a bit more knowledge than me, confirm the 260 series may / may not work? Or are there other options, that could be more available? Or does anyone have a 260 series, that they could give me some measurements to confirm it fits?

Any help appreciated, thanks.

Ipd made (possibly still does) a large drop bar for use with v8 swaps that would possibly suit you

    jlfents

    I think sts machining makes one too??

    Thanks. They are not currently not selling them "indefinitely".

      Philia_Bear

      Ipd made (possibly still does) a large drop bar for use with v8 swaps that would possibly suit you

      Couldn't see anything on their website, sent them a message. cheers

          Falcon sway bars can be readily made to fit and dip down pretty low under the engine. I suspect as low as a Volvo 264 one.

          https://ozvolvo.org/discussion/10624/240-falcon-front-sway-bar/p1

            Or use heavy duty front springs and you could get away without a swaybar?

            Just a thought if no ready solution.

              VolvoHordz

              Falcon sway bars can be readily made to fit and dip down pretty low under the engine. I suspect as low as a Volvo 264 one.

              https://ozvolvo.org/discussion/10624/240-falcon-front-sway-bar/p1

              Thanks, looking into it. cheers

                Anthony

                Or use heavy duty front springs and you could get away without a swaybar?

                Just a thought if no ready solution.

                Thanks. There is an option, from Wales, for a 260 series style front bar....shipping is killer though. Maybe a Falcon one will fit? cheers

                  Brendon

                  https://ozvolvo.org/discussion/comment/216321#Comment_216321

                  Couldn't see anything on their website, sent them a message. cheers

                  IPD don't do the 260 series bars anymore. Although very quick replies to enquiries.

                    There are a couple of places in Australia that will custom make swaybars. You send them your original, tell them the thickness you want and indicate where you would like the extra clearance.

                    I inquired with this place a number of years back for another project. https://www.mako.com.au/

                    They were recommended by Whiteline/Nolothane. Didn't use them as I found an oem alternative but I recall pricing was pretty reasonable.

                      Matt1275s

                      There are a couple of places in Australia that will custom make swaybars. You send them your original, tell them the thickness you want and indicate where you would like the extra clearance.

                      I inquired with this place a number of years back for another project. https://www.mako.com.au/

                      They were recommended by Whiteline/Nolothane. Didn't use them as I found an oem alternative but I recall pricing was pretty reasonable.

                      Brilliant!

                        Question. Why not go full custom and get a universal bar with splined ends? Like racecar stuff. Then you can pretty much have unlimited adjustability...

                        Don't know who makes them though...

                          jlfents

                          Question. Why not go full custom and get a universal bar with splined ends? Like racecar stuff. Then you can pretty much have unlimited adjustability...

                          Don't know who makes them though...

                          Kaplanake does them to order

                            Matt1275s

                            There are a couple of places in Australia that will custom make swaybars. You send them your original, tell them the thickness you want and indicate where you would like the extra clearance.

                            I inquired with this place a number of years back for another project. https://www.mako.com.au/

                            They were recommended by Whiteline/Nolothane. Didn't use them as I found an oem alternative but I recall pricing was pretty reasonable.

                            Thanks Matt. Trying to get a bolt on option. I'm in NZ, and don't really want to send a sway bar, to Aus, if I can help it. Trying to see what has already been used, with other swaps, first. cheers

                              jlfents

                              Question. Why not go full custom and get a universal bar with splined ends? Like racecar stuff. Then you can pretty much have unlimited adjustability...

                              Don't know who makes them though...

                              jifents, I don't need full custom. Its not a race car, or even an autocross car. Its a family car, that is getting a different engine / trans, so it can stay in the family (for another 40 odd years). I don't need adjustability, just clearance for the 1JZ front sump. If I can't get something like a 260 series or EL Falcon (I'm looking for measurements, not diameters) to work. I'll get a plain jane bar made, that clears.

                              Do appreciate the suggestion, cheers

                                24 days later

                                I have PM'd the OP, but in case it is relevant to someone else looking at this later.

                                I used an EL Falcon sway bar with my front-sump 1UZ-FE conversion.

                                I spaced the bar down and relocated the brake line bracket to ensure adequate clearance. It is using DVS adjustable end links.

                                The photo is not very clear, but it now has loads of room. With the brake line bracket mounted in the factory location it is pretty precarious.

                                C

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