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Old 01-17-2015, 02:38 PM
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Hellwig Big Wig swaybar installed

Finally got my Hellwig Big Wig rear swaybar installed. I started installing it myself but soon realized I'm not as young as I once was so I paid my local speed shop to get it done for me. I currently have it set to the softest setting and there's noticeable difference. Might take it up a notch though. Here are a few pictures:














 
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Old 01-18-2015, 07:41 AM
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yes, I love that thing...I put one on a 2005 f-250 and it changed the character of the ride. some 250's and all 350s already have a bar so check before you buy.
 
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Old 01-19-2015, 03:09 PM
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Rubiconrod; Thanks for the pictures. I'm ready for the Helwig Sway Bar, Firestone Rear air Bags and the Companion Hitch myself.


So, please tell me how your truck handles the 303 5th Wheel. I'm undecided between the Grand Design 303 and the Arctic Fox 27.5. I'd like to hear more on how the 6.2 handles the size and weight. Thanks Much...
 
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Rubiconrod; Thanks for the pictures. I'm ready for the Helwig Sway Bar, Firestone Rear air Bags and the Companion Hitch myself.


So, please tell me how your truck handles the 303 5th Wheel. I'm undecided between the Grand Design 303 and the Arctic Fox 27.5. I'd like to hear more on how the 6.2 handles the size and weight. Thanks Much...
Thanks. Love our reflection. Wife and I spent aboutk a year looking at what felt like every make and model out there. The 6.2L does suprisingly well even with the 3.73. You will need airbags. I currently have Timbrens will be replacing them with air bags soon. I also plan on having my gears swapped out for the 4.30's. You will need to use manual mode to keep the RPM's in the sweet spot.


 
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Originally Posted by speakerfritz
yes, I love that thing...I put one on a 2005 f-250 and it changed the character of the ride. some 250's and all 350s already have a bar so check before you buy.
I believe the "Camper Package" includes a rear sway bar but nothing like the Hellwig! I put one on my '08 F250 and hauled a Lance 845 slide in Truck Camper and I just traded that truck and camper in this year for a 2015 F350 and an Eagle Cap 850 truck camper.



First thing I did was another Hellwig, Firestone Air Bags and TorkLift LevelLoads. The difference in both trucks with the Hellwig was Gi'normous! Changes lanes like there's no camper on board at all - smooth lane transitions, corners, off ramps! I don't tow but I'm carrying 3500 lbs plus in the bed!

You will be "Good" surprised!

Jim D
 
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Where did you get the sway bar from and how much was it...if you don't mind me asking.

BTW not all 350's come standard with a rear sway bar...mine didn't. I believe you need to check the Camper Cert option or heavy duty suspension option.

Sarge
 
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