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Title: ATR Swaybar
Post by: motorhead on May 29 2017, 04:05:49 PM

I have a vintage ATR swaybar sitting here and must ask:

Is it worth anything/selling?

Or is it just an old cool guy part?

If I can get close to the $200 need for another Hellwig (55809) I will gladly part with this thing.

Title: Re: ATR Swaybar
Post by: aminga on May 29 2017, 04:56:10 PM

It's a good alternative to the HR parts and stuff bar.

Title: Re: ATR Swaybar
Post by: TexasT on May 29 2017, 08:58:45 PM

I'd love to have one, but I wouldn't pay close to $200 for it. You can get the reproduction one for $160 or so .

Title: Re: ATR Swaybar
Post by: motorhead on May 29 2017, 09:09:44 PM

Quote from: TexasT on May 29 2017, 08:58:45 PM

I'd love to have one, but I wouldn't pay close to $200 for it. You can get the reproduction one for $160 or so .

I saw them listed for $180 and I am sure that isn't with free shipping (LOL).  I wouldn't ask $200 US for it - just gauging if using it is worth my while (cost/benefit analysis).

Title: Re: ATR Swaybar
Post by: Just a Six? on May 30 2017, 07:41:28 AM

Mike I've had one for years & a HUGE difference from stock to ATR without the front bar on. It feels a lot Safer when you pull off the front one & drive over the Burlington Skyway. That scared the crap outta me one day with the winds & I couldn't hold my lane but with the ATR no problems. I found a hollow front & installed it years ago because I find now that I like the added safety if gives to the feel of the car especially in marginal weather. Well worth it IMO.
At the time I had 90-10 front shocks & 50-50 rears so that may have affected the control issue some?

Title: Re: ATR Swaybar
Post by: motorhead on May 30 2017, 08:03:46 AM

Believe me I know that it has its merits, this was on the MCSS for years with big n' littles, no front bar, and Koni drag shocks.  I just prefer the axles mounted sway bars.

Title: Re: ATR Swaybar
Post by: Just a Six? on May 30 2017, 10:08:53 AM

If you were on TO I bet 3 guys would pay you $200. Fair price for stuff up here.

Title: Re: ATR Swaybar
Post by: motorhead on May 30 2017, 10:38:31 AM

I can always transport it down. Tell your friends. ;)

Title: Re: ATR Swaybar
Post by: Steve Wood on May 30 2017, 01:17:02 PM

It is still the best one unless you take a big step up

Title: Re: ATR Swaybar
Post by: motorhead on May 30 2017, 02:20:24 PM

Quote from: Steve Wood on May 30 2017, 01:17:02 PM

It is still the best one unless you take a big step up

I am only looking to the Hellwig bar for the weight savings - which is the cornerstone of the MCSS build plan: make it light and then add lightness.

Title: Re: ATR Swaybar
Post by: Steve Wood on May 30 2017, 02:44:16 PM

No doubt, the ATR bar is heavier than modern anvils

Title: Re: ATR Swaybar
Post by: motorhead on May 30 2017, 02:55:26 PM

And being that this is an original it isn't likely made with Chinese steel either.

Title: Re: ATR Swaybar
Post by: gusszgs on May 30 2017, 05:21:14 PM

Picked up one from Aggressive last fall........BI G difference! Best option aside from going to the H&R style IMO