DIy rear Roadmaster sway bar install

[Dirtdad]

Always done my own stuff, but for this I need to buy a couple of tools I don't have. Looks like 1 1/8" deep socket, and a box end wrench. This is for the 2 lower crossmember bolt removal. Question is, I'm I going to be able to remove these bolts with a 1/2" drive braker bar, maybe with a cheater on the handle? If not, no sense buying tools I'll never use again. Have any of you done this? Thanks.
Oh, its on a Intent 26m.

[navnaz]

A DIY install of a swag bar by myself. $89.99, 8.5 amp, 1/2 inch drive removed hard to remove nuts

[Reniram]

I installed the HD Front and Rear Sway bar without help on my 29VE and it went pretty smooth but a few of the chassis bolts were problematic (Tight and close proximity) I have a good array of tools and got the job done and didn't have to remove the dual wheels .... i'm thinking it took about 5 hours and I was 76 yrs old back then.It definetly improves the handling and is well worth the effort and cost.

[creativepart]

I purchased the Roadmaster sway bar and took it to my go to independent rv shop. The job took one hour and cost $150. No need to buy tools, shimmy under the RV, lie on my back working with my hands over my head, no skinned knuckles and I stayed clean and cool the entire time.

For me, life’s too short to save $80 (after tool purchases). You don’t buy a motorhome to “save money.” Save yourself some grief and let someone else do that kind of work.

[Dirtdad]

For me its not about the money, its the hassle of driving in L A. with a motorhome. Most facilities are understaffed, many times the mechanics are inexperienced, and I can tell you that it definitely will not be 150.00. I end up doing many things myself because it's faster, and easier than finding a place that will do a good job within a reasonable distance and time frame. I am however asking around for a referral.

[creativepart]

Originally Posted by Dirtdad

For me its not about the money, its the hassle of driving in L A. with a motorhome. Most facilities are understaffed, many times the mechanics are inexperienced, and I can tell you that it definitely will not be 150.00. I end up doing many things myself because it's faster, and easier than finding a place that will do a good job within a reasonable distance and time frame. I am however asking around for a referral.

I've found that Commercial truck repair and alignment/tire shops are great at doing this kind of work on motorhomes.

But no doubt, San Antonio is 1000% different than LA and La Crescenta. I used to live in Burbank. Well, for 4 months 40 years ago. So, I do understand the problem.

[jimgossett2]

I just installed the front and rear Roadmaster sway bars on an E450 chassis. I was fortunate to have a retired Ford mechanic to help me. An impact driver sure helped on the rear bar.

[jimgossett2]

I just install these on my E450 chassis. I was fortunate to have a retired Ford mechanic to help. His powerful impact wrench sure helped!

[JimStreit]

I did both the front and rear sway bars on my 2003 Adventurer myself and I was able to do it with a 1/2" breaker bar and a cheater bar.

I sprayed the nuts with a penetrating oil the day before as well.

Good luck.