[Racecomp Engineering]

I don't like calling swaybars band-aids...they're part of a system. OEM uses them for a reason and designed the OEM bars for the OEM system. Doesn't necessarily mean don't use OEM bars if you change other things, but just be aware of the complete system.

Good to remember that the motion ratio of the rear bar is quite a bit different than the motion ratio of the front bar, so going up 2mm on both may shift overall roll stiffness forward (depending on the bar and adjustments). But roll stiffness isn't the only thing that affects handling balance.

IMO...if you have really good shocks and can run stiff springs (or don't need a lot of roll stiffness), you can put together a system that uses stock bars. If you have to compromise on your springs/shocks OR just want a bit more roll stiffness (tire choice comes into play here), larger bars can be a positive. Adjustable bars of any size is a big positive IMO. Adjust overall handling balance relatively quickly and easily.

20/16 is a good option for many, and 22/16 (our RCE hollow bars are about that in terms of effectiveness) is a good choice for some autocrossers and those that need a bit more front roll stiffness. For example, 7 kg/mm springs + 20/16 adjustable bars is a reasonable choice for r-comp tires at the track and will give you some control over balance with the adjustability.

- Andrew