UUC Sway Bars on a 335xi? - Page 2 - BMW 3-Series (E90 E92) Forum

pits200 · 02-01-2012, 01:08 PM

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Originally Posted by Doyle

H&R now has bars. I believe they are the same part number for I's and XI's.

Here

Wow, $350 for a single front sway bar. And how can the part number be the same for the i and xi front?

Doyle · 02-01-2012, 02:07 PM

That is list. Hit up any vendor and get it for cheaper. **********s has them both for $500.

Also, I bet they are the same bar. Economies of scale ftw. CP-E did the same for their downpipes (which BTW are fantastic!).

N900WM · 02-01-2012, 02:10 PM

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Originally Posted by Doyle

That is list. Hit up any vendor and get it for cheaper. **********s has them both for $500.

Also, I bet they are the same bar. Economies of scale ftw. CP-E did the same for their downpipes (which BTW are fantastic!).

I have both on order!

Mach V Dan · 02-01-2012, 05:40 PM

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Originally Posted by N900WM

There certainly seems to be a market out there for them. Especially from a reputable customer service oriented business.

I'll take that as a compliment! We're looking into it.

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Originally Posted by Doyle

H&R now has bars. I believe they are the same part number for I's and XI's.

My guess is that that is a mistake. The front subframes, and the sway bars that attach to them, are completely different. I don't think it would be possible to have one bar that fit both cars.

--Dan
Mach V

Doyle · 02-01-2012, 08:04 PM

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Originally Posted by Mach V Dan

I'll take that as a compliment! We're looking into it.

My guess is that that is a mistake. The front subframes, and the sway bars that attach to them, are completely different. I don't think it would be possible to have one bar that fit both cars.

--Dan
Mach V

I was super skeptical, too. I called and H&R confirmed the fitment. Wouldn't be the first time a company fibbed about fitment *cough*VK Motorwerks*cough*. We'll have to wait until someone tries it.

However, Dan, if another producer were to enter the market it might not be a bad thing. Let me know if you need a volunteer for test fitment.

N900WM · 04-23-2012, 10:14 AM

[quote=Doyle;11263343]I was super skeptical, too. I called and H&R confirmed the fitment. Wouldn't be the first time a company fibbed about fitment *cough*VK Motorwerks*cough*. We'll have to wait until someone tries it.

Well I tried it. The H&R front sway bar does NOT fit on the xi car!!!

The link above showing H&R's application listing has been revised and H&R no longer lists the front sway bar as fitting the xi.
I ordered mine from TireRack so hopefully I'll be able to return it without any hassle.
So it looks like we eather deal with UUC BS or Dan, it's up to you.
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Doyle · 04-23-2012, 10:34 AM

That sucks! If Tire Rack gives you hassle, I would contact H&R and try to get them to foot the bill.

If a vendor took a stock bar, made a jig from it, and then used solid 27mm billet that would be the perfect bar for our cars. A cherry on top would be adjustability.

This past weekend at Summit Point, I spoke to one of the techs at the shop I use and they are looking into hacking up the stock bar seeing if they can work something out.

N900WM · 04-23-2012, 11:01 AM

I would not modify the stock bar. The reason is that it is hollow, lightweight and not as stiff as a solid bar. The straight section on the H&R bar only need to be a few inches longer to bold up to the subframe...then it would work for both cars. probably like UUC built...although I've never seen one...

Doyle · 04-23-2012, 11:38 AM

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Originally Posted by N900WM

I would not modify the stock bar. The reason is that it is hollow, lightweight and not as stiff as a solid bar. The straight section on the H&R bar only need to be a few inches longer to bold up to the subframe...then it would work for both cars. probably like UUC built...although I've never seen one...

Light is good. Inner/Outer diameter aren't the only determining factors in how stiff a bar is.

They are one of the top BMW race shops in the country...they have a few tricks up their sleeves.

E60orBust · 04-23-2012, 12:34 PM

I got mine two years ago from **********s during their black friday sales event in addition to KW V3. Car just glides around corners. Doesn't look like MB carries UUC anymore though....

assclown · 04-23-2012, 01:41 PM

i am running front and rear

jeguth1s · 04-26-2012, 12:04 PM

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Originally Posted by assclown

i am running front and rear

Have mine on order(before i found the thread) and getting the same run around from UUC. How long did it take them to deliver?

N900WM · 04-26-2012, 12:14 PM

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Originally Posted by E60orBust

I got mine two years ago from **********s during their black friday sales event in addition to KW V3. Car just glides around corners. Doesn't look like MB carries UUC anymore though....

I have contacted numerous vendors and all have told me they no longer do business with UUC. Mine have been on back order for months. It really sux.

bumbleB335 · 07-26-2012, 02:43 PM

I just tried to order a set and they're on "back order" with a ~2 week wait time. Sad face.

Contrary to what I'm seeing on this thread, TC of TC Kline Racing told me to just get the front bar for the xDrive. He said the rears wouldn't do much.

Those H&R bars don't mention the xDrive explictly and their complete application list only mentions springs and coil overs for the 335xi sedan.

**Noah@CamberToe** · 07-26-2012, 05:57 PM

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Originally Posted by BMW1986

Was wondering if anyone is running this setup on their car? Comments would be appreciated!!

Thanks,
Jon

have both UUC front and rear on my car and love them, UUC has pretty awful customer service but luckily i got these. BTW the rear bar made WAY more of a difference then the front. Just make sure you really grease up the front or they will start to make noise on you

N900WM · 10-10-2012, 12:15 PM

After 10 months, I final recieved an email stating that they could not ship my product because my credit card was rejected. Damn right it was!

10 months and not one returned phone call or email. I will contribute no money to UUC. Ever.

Mach V Dan · 10-11-2012, 10:32 AM

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Originally Posted by N900WM

I have contacted numerous vendors and all have told me they no longer do business with UUC. Mine have been on back order for months. It really sux.

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Originally Posted by bumbleB335

I just tried to order a set and they're on "back order" with a ~2 week wait time. Sad face.

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Originally Posted by N900WM

10 months and not one returned phone call or email. I will contribute no money to UUC. Ever.

Yup, this was also our experience. We finally got product, only to find that the company sent us a front RWD bar (wrong application), and the rear bar contacted the control arms at full extension. We sent everything back and gave up.

I still intend to make front bars for the xi, but we've got some other projects going on that we have to complete first.

--Dan
Mach V

jeguth1s · 01-26-2013, 10:15 AM

I ordered my UUC Sways in May of 2012. Fast fwd to Jan 2013 and they arrived. I even cancelled the order. They have the WORST customer service in the world.

N900WM · 01-26-2013, 05:48 PM

Correction, they have NO customer service!

pits200 · 01-26-2013, 08:52 PM

I want a front sway, someone make one and my moneys in..

Doyle · 01-27-2013, 03:12 PM

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Originally Posted by Mach V Dan

Yup, this was also our experience. We finally got product, only to find that the company sent us a front RWD bar (wrong application), and the rear bar contacted the control arms at full extension. We sent everything back and gave up.

I still intend to make front bars for the xi, but we've got some other projects going on that we have to complete first.

--Dan
Mach V

Dan,

Let me know if you need a local for test fitment/measurement.

JHR · 01-27-2013, 09:00 PM

I'm in Philly and will inquire if VAC could make front and rear sway bars for my 335xi. Anybody else near Philly interested?

04-23-2012, 10:14 AM	#28
N900WM Enlisted Member Drives: 2008 335xi Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Finger Lakes, NY Posts: 31 iTrader: (0)	[quote=Doyle;11263343]I was super skeptical, too. I called and H&R confirmed the fitment. Wouldn't be the first time a company fibbed about fitment coughVK Motorwerkscough. We'll have to wait until someone tries it. Well I tried it. The H&R front sway bar does NOT fit on the xi car!!! The link above showing H&R's application listing has been revised and H&R no longer lists the front sway bar as fitting the xi. I ordered mine from TireRack so hopefully I'll be able to return it without any hassle. So it looks like we eather deal with UUC BS or Dan, it's up to you. [IMG][/IMG] [IMG][/IMG] __________________ 08 335xi 6 speed, JB4, Short shift, CAI, Dinan exhaust, CDV delete, BMS oil can, H&R rear sway bar, OBX downpipes, CP-e Charge pipe/BOV SOLD. 06 760i, Meistershaft GT exhaust

04-23-2012, 10:34 AM	#29
Doyle Hellafunctional Drives: 335xi Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: N/A Posts: 349 iTrader: (0)	That sucks! If Tire Rack gives you hassle, I would contact H&R and try to get them to foot the bill. If a vendor took a stock bar, made a jig from it, and then used solid 27mm billet that would be the perfect bar for our cars. A cherry on top would be adjustability. This past weekend at Summit Point, I spoke to one of the techs at the shop I use and they are looking into hacking up the stock bar seeing if they can work something out. __________________ RRT \| TC Kline \| cp-e \| Burger Tuning \| Vorshlag \| Hyperco \| H&R \| Forgeline \| Endless

04-23-2012, 11:01 AM	#30
N900WM Enlisted Member Drives: 2008 335xi Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Finger Lakes, NY Posts: 31 iTrader: (0)	I would not modify the stock bar. The reason is that it is hollow, lightweight and not as stiff as a solid bar. The straight section on the H&R bar only need to be a few inches longer to bold up to the subframe...then it would work for both cars. probably like UUC built...although I've never seen one... __________________ 08 335xi 6 speed, JB4, Short shift, CAI, Dinan exhaust, CDV delete, BMS oil can, H&R rear sway bar, OBX downpipes, CP-e Charge pipe/BOV SOLD. 06 760i, Meistershaft GT exhaust

04-23-2012, 12:34 PM	#32
E60orBust Captain Drives: "The Brothers //M-Sport" E90/2 Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: MD Posts: 601 iTrader: (0)	I got mine two years ago from **********s during their black friday sales event in addition to KW V3. Car just glides around corners. Doesn't look like MB carries UUC anymore though.... __________________ Down for Maintenance

07-26-2012, 02:43 PM	#36
bumbleB335 New Member Drives: 2009 335 xDrive, Sport Package Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Columbus, OH Posts: 5 iTrader: (0)	Bars on back order I just tried to order a set and they're on "back order" with a ~2 week wait time. Sad face. Contrary to what I'm seeing on this thread, TC of TC Kline Racing told me to just get the front bar for the xDrive. He said the rears wouldn't do much. Those H&R bars don't mention the xDrive explictly and their complete application list only mentions springs and coil overs for the 335xi sedan. Last edited by bumbleB335; 07-26-2012 at 02:44 PM. Reason: adding "xi" to the H&R bit.

02-01-2012, 02:07 PM	#24
Doyle Hellafunctional Drives: 335xi Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: N/A Posts: 349 iTrader: (0)	That is list. Hit up any vendor and get it for cheaper. **********s has them both for $500. Also, I bet they are the same bar. Economies of scale ftw. CP-E did the same for their downpipes (which BTW are fantastic!).

04-23-2012, 01:41 PM	#33
assclown The Main Act Drives: e92 335xi Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Toronto Posts: 96 iTrader: (1)	i am running front and rear

10-10-2012, 12:15 PM	#38
N900WM Enlisted Member Drives: 2008 335xi Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Finger Lakes, NY Posts: 31 iTrader: (0)	After 10 months, I final recieved an email stating that they could not ship my product because my credit card was rejected. Damn right it was! 10 months and not one returned phone call or email. I will contribute no money to UUC. Ever. __________________ 08 335xi 6 speed, JB4, Short shift, CAI, Dinan exhaust, CDV delete, BMS oil can, H&R rear sway bar, OBX downpipes, CP-e Charge pipe/BOV SOLD. 06 760i, Meistershaft GT exhaust

01-26-2013, 10:15 AM	#40
jeguth1s Private Drives: 2006 BMW 330xi Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Cincinnati Posts: 85 iTrader: (1)	I ordered my UUC Sways in May of 2012. Fast fwd to Jan 2013 and they arrived. I even cancelled the order. They have the WORST customer service in the world.

01-26-2013, 05:48 PM	#41
N900WM Enlisted Member Drives: 2008 335xi Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Finger Lakes, NY Posts: 31 iTrader: (0)	Correction, they have NO customer service! __________________ 08 335xi 6 speed, JB4, Short shift, CAI, Dinan exhaust, CDV delete, BMS oil can, H&R rear sway bar, OBX downpipes, CP-e Charge pipe/BOV SOLD. 06 760i, Meistershaft GT exhaust

01-26-2013, 08:52 PM	#42
pits200 Lieutenant Colonel Drives: 09 335i X-Drive Black Sapphire Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Pittsburgh Posts: 1,577 iTrader: (0)	I want a front sway, someone make one and my moneys in..

01-27-2013, 09:00 PM	#44
JHR Second Lieutenant Drives: BMW 335xi Sedan Sport 2008 Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Philadelphia Posts: 220 iTrader: (1) Garage List 2008 335xi Sedan [0.00]	I wonder if VAC Motorsports can make them? I'm in Philly and will inquire if VAC could make front and rear sway bars for my 335xi. Anybody else near Philly interested?

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