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Ron, feel free to snap a frame from my video for a picture of the area. If you do not know how to do that I would be glad to do it from my original high def footage (not the youtube converted footage).
Ah hell.... give me a little time and I will do it and post the pictures.
Maybe tomorrow AM.
Then feel free to use them to add to your instructions or whatever.... I am glad to help people.
The most important thing is I think just about ANYONE can do this themselves. Really it is not major surgery or rocket science!
Stay tuned.
Bob
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Originally Posted by finless
Ron, feel free to snap a frame from my video for a picture of the area. If you do not know how to do that I would be glad to do it from my original high def footage (not the youtube converted footage).
Ah hell.... give me a little time and I will do it and post the pictures.
Maybe tomorrow AM.
Then feel free to use them to add to your instructions or whatever.... I am glad to help people.
The most important thing is I think just about ANYONE can do this themselves. Really it is not major surgery or rocket science!
Stay tuned.
Bob
I did try that but none of the shots looked good enough to post. If you can get a good, clear, identifiable shot that would be great.
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Originally Posted by finless
This is a little video I did on how to install the Baja Ron Sway Bar in a 2011 Spyder RT. 2010-12 is the same.
Sorry for the shaky video as the iPhone does not have optical jitter correction! It's the only camera I could use and get under the bike to film. But this video should explain all the steps to install the bar. Enjoy! I have to say, this was far easier than what I have read! Don't be afraid to do it. Just some simple tools is all that is needed.
Video is in 2 parts:
Enjoy,
Bob
Bob,
Great Video.
Since we started carrying the Sway Bars we have had lots of people ask about a video.
It is a little intimidating for a lot of people and this will help a lot.
Thanks,
Rick
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easy Baja Ron sway bar install
have access to a loading dock and a trailer? Baja Ron sway bar & heim links install on a 2013 RT-Limited install - ideal conditions...!!
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and I know there are folks out there who are or were as unnerved as me by the "spyder dance" when they first took their spyder for a ride over 55 mph, got in a semi backwash and/or thru some twisties... and heaven forbid if you experienced this for the first time with a passenger!!!
Let me be crystal clear here, the Baja Ron sway bar Should Be STANDARD issue on every Spyder leaving the factory. Make no mistake, Ron's sway bar transforms this machine in an immediate and dramatic way... I no longer have visions of my untimely demise if I have to make a steering correction mid-corner anymore. The handling dynamics of this machine went from a 3-stage(lean, suspension loads, then oversteers) characteristic, to now, it just goes the way you point it - immediately and precisely-one motion..... This will be the best $$$ you will ever spend on an accessory for your Spyder - make no mistake - just do it.
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Originally Posted by M&Ms_Spyder
have access to a loading dock and a trailer? Baja Ron sway bar & heim links install on a 2013 RT-Limited install - ideal conditions...!!
photo 3.JPG
and I know there are folks out there who are or were as unnerved as me by the "spyder dance" when they first took their spyder for a ride over 55 mph, got in a semi backwash and/or thru some twisties... and heaven forbid if you experienced this for the first time with a passenger!!!
Let me be crystal clear here, the Baja Ron sway bar Should Be STANDARD issue on every Spyder leaving the factory. Make no mistake, Ron's sway bar transforms this machine in an immediate and dramatic way... I no longer have visions of my untimely demise if I have to make a steering correction mid-corner anymore. The handling dynamics of this machine went from a 3-stage(lean, suspension loads, then oversteers) characteristic, to now, it just goes the way you point it - immediately and precisely-one motion..... This will be the best $$$ you will ever spend on an accessory for your Spyder - make no mistake - just do it.
Pretty ingenious!
I've seen people pull their Spyder over the basement access stairway in their garage, lift the front wheels on the forks of a pallet lift, run up the ramps to a flat bed trailer, and even suspended with straps using a cherry picker. But this is the first loading ramp install I'm aware of.
Glad you like the bar!
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Bobs video's are great. I learned how to build a RC helicopter from his video's
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Bought June 2013 with 450 miles. 27K on 8-1-2017.
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Originally Posted by finless
This is a little video I did on how to install the Baja Ron Sway Bar in a 2011 Spyder RT. 2010-12 is the same.
Sorry for the shaky video as the iPhone does not have optical jitter correction! It's the only camera I could use and get under the bike to film. But this video should explain all the steps to install the bar. Enjoy! I have to say, this was far easier than what I have read! Don't be afraid to do it. Just some simple tools is all that is needed.
Video is in 2 parts:
Enjoy,
Bob
I think you did a great job on the video and talking your way through it. My wife even commented that with your video, she could do it. Thanks
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This thread is indeed very valuable. The hemi links apparently weren't replaced in this video. Makes sense to me to replace plastic with metal. Is this a 50/50 deal as to the value of replacing the links at the same time or more like 25/75, its smart but you can live without, or 75/25 "you are an idiot if you don't?
Thanks
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Originally Posted by pitzerwm
This thread is indeed very valuable. The hemi links apparently weren't replaced in this video. Makes sense to me to replace plastic with metal. Is this a 50/50 deal as to the value of replacing the links at the same time or more like 25/75, its smart but you can live without, or 75/25 "you are an idiot if you don't?
Thanks
I have since added the metal links. They were not available from Ron yet when I did this video.
Bob
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Bought June 2013 with 450 miles. 27K on 8-1-2017.
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Hi bob,
Re: I have since added the metal links.
Was it an 'easy' job?
Just wanting a non-biased thought,
Jerry Baumchen
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Originally Posted by JerryB
Hi bob,
Re: I have since added the metal links.
Was it an 'easy' job?
Just wanting a non-biased thought,
Jerry Baumchen
Very easy install.
Just drive up on some car ramps for easier access then replace the links.
Have seen people replace them in parking lots also.
You need two wrenches, to loosen up, then tighten the upper and lower bolt on each Link.
We have seen the stock links break and also cracked when removed. A good idea to change the links if adding the Bar.
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Just like Rick said. Super easy. Took me all of about 15 minutes.
You will get the idea of how to replace them by watching part 2 of the Baja Ron sway bar install video. I show putting the stock links back on the new sway bar so this shows the aligning and bottom bolts. The top bolts you will see in my video. Those also have tpo be removed to put on the links.
Bob
2011 RT-S SM5 - Black
Bought June 2013 with 450 miles. 27K on 8-1-2017.
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Hi rick,
Re: Very easy install.
Thanks for the info. I just wanted some idea on the time-frame for reference.
Jerry Baumchen
PS) Thanks to you too Bob AKA finless.
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Originally Posted by finless
This is a little video I did on how to install the Baja Ron Sway Bar in a 2011 Spyder RT. 2010-12 is the same.
Enjoy,
Bob
Do you know if there is a video on installation for a 2014 RT Ltd.? Would it be any different?
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Yes it is different. The bar is in a channel on the 2013 and up. Thus to get it out you have to jack the front end much higher then ramps will.
Bob
2011 RT-S SM5 - Black
Bought June 2013 with 450 miles. 27K on 8-1-2017.
Farkles - DIY Trunk Break Light, HMT Break Light, DIY Mirror Turn Signal Lights, DIY Bluetooth Dongle, DIY iPod Setup, DIY Alarm System Install, Show Chrome front fender / rear saddle bag lights, 4th break light around the trunk, Vented Windshield, Baja Ron Sway Bar, DIY GPS setup, Smooth Spyder, BRP Chrome Mirrors, Adjustable deflectors, Triaxis handlebars, NVB Pegs, Bad Boy Airhorn... More to come
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