Are Aftermarket Sway Bars Worth It?

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4 роки тому

Our Miata still suffers from quite a bit of body roll, or leaning over in corners. When this happens, the cars’ weight transfers largely to the outside tires, and unloads from the inside tires, which means bad handling and poor grip! This week, Zach installs a set of thicc sway bars and new end-links in hopes to keep the car flatter in the corners and more responsive to steering input. Are they worth the install?
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КОМЕНТАРІ: 3 600
@Donut
@Donut 4 роки тому
Hey everybody!! Let me know what you want to see on future episodes of Money Pit!!
@An-qt4ob
@An-qt4ob 4 роки тому
Bodykit Wrap seats turbo
@god0516
@god0516 4 роки тому
turbo
@itsmichaelboy
@itsmichaelboy 4 роки тому
miata *SUPERCHARGER* install 🔥🔥🔥
@bunkerharris4530
@bunkerharris4530 4 роки тому
Areo
@ljsmooth4841
@ljsmooth4841 4 роки тому
Brakes
@CalebDavilazeldacatbugyui
@CalebDavilazeldacatbugyui 4 роки тому
Zach: Wants to install practical performance mods on the Miata Rest of Donut: Ha ha, make car shoot flames
@EkowMensahMotorsports
@EkowMensahMotorsports 4 роки тому
Yeah last week was a garbage fire.....horrible episode.
@stevemcdowell123
@stevemcdowell123 4 роки тому
Looked so dumb lol, not gonna watch that one
@belfedhalmohamed9152
@belfedhalmohamed9152 4 роки тому
@@EkowMensahMotorsports a filler episode
@EkowMensahMotorsports
@EkowMensahMotorsports 4 роки тому
@@belfedhalmohamed9152 still haven't done brakes yet,
@erito23gamingpower99
@erito23gamingpower99 4 роки тому
Is just a Miata, don't need big brakes 😂
@alexvaquero6884
@alexvaquero6884 4 роки тому
I’m enjoying Money Pit so much man. Zach just make’s it easier to understand as well and I love it! Definitely an inspiring dude :)
@BL00193
@BL00193 4 роки тому
you know Zach is the one who liked this because you just dissed everyone else lookout for James and Nolan to talk about this on up to speed when they ramble
@MrKinkysloth
@MrKinkysloth 4 роки тому
eli bloom he ain’t dissing donut... all the hosts have different styles; and zachs this guys favorite. Low key miss Bart, science garage was my favorite
@etienneoligny5106
@etienneoligny5106 4 роки тому
@@MrKinkysloth miss science garage either. I wonder what happened.
@mariejohanna2166
@mariejohanna2166 4 роки тому
Yes
@f0rmr57
@f0rmr57 4 роки тому
Fucking love this guy
@Kj16V
@Kj16V 3 роки тому
8:38 I love how you guys show the actual truths of modifying; smacking body parts, swearing, throwing tools about. *These* are the truths of modifying!
@metalbob3335
@metalbob3335 3 роки тому
If life is without it's slings and arrows I wish not to live in that world good commentor.
@geistfly723
@geistfly723 3 роки тому
Meme Man I think knowing what your getting yourself into and the pain of others haha, is much better then thinking your not going to get hurt. Basically to me that’s not showing everything that can and won’t go wrong. Need both sides.
@krismichalsky
@krismichalsky 3 роки тому
If you weren't allowed to throw tools, cuss and bang the shit out of things, then the job would just not get done properly. Every good mechanic knows this.....
@profitprophet4547
@profitprophet4547 3 роки тому
Only people that have been there before knows how horribly it really hurts, otherwise it looks like your average knee hit.
@bulletclub4life
@bulletclub4life Рік тому
that doesnt happen to me because Im a backyard professional...cuz I have snapon tools...lol
@BornofFire117
@BornofFire117 3 роки тому
I love how Zach records the frustration and pain associated with working on a vehicle. It’s a realistic educational video. For that same reason, you have earned a like and serious respect from a fellow DIY mechanic.
@richardsenkBeachwalker
@richardsenkBeachwalker Рік тому
if I'm not bleeding, I'm not working on a car.
@Fifteenminuteadventures
@Fifteenminuteadventures Рік тому
I lose tools down in my fenders, bust knuckles, make up new cuss words, and get a little too much drink or smoke and turn every little job into a weekend long party in my garage. None of this do I regret because...cars
@aidanvillanueva1881
@aidanvillanueva1881 4 роки тому
They gotta start doing money pit twice a week I can’t wait that long
@gdmya
@gdmya 4 роки тому
Aidan Villanueva same
@Kami_N7
@Kami_N7 4 роки тому
G initial d reference?
@adelaide7822
@adelaide7822 4 роки тому
@@Kami_N7 I hope so...
@saikrishnapremn1282
@saikrishnapremn1282 4 роки тому
Brother, me too
@mahatirmohammed4909
@mahatirmohammed4909 4 роки тому
same here
@P.r.i.m.o
@P.r.i.m.o 4 роки тому
This entire video series is just Zach's master plan to get his dream miata lmao
@myMotoring
@myMotoring 4 роки тому
And get donut pay for it
@erito23gamingpower99
@erito23gamingpower99 4 роки тому
Better than spend more than 30k on the Hi 350z of Hi Low
@JustDoMeCrew
@JustDoMeCrew 4 роки тому
@@myMotoring They'll just write it off as a business expense so they'll actually be paying way less for the parts too
@sebasttps7096
@sebasttps7096 4 роки тому
"so you got a new show for me" "Yes sir I do. So it's gonna be me modding my Miata. that's about it" "Ok you're in"
@levidaniels585
@levidaniels585 4 роки тому
I would have never guessed that lmao 😂
@Kaohteeko
@Kaohteeko 4 роки тому
I love how real this is. Instead of portraying a perfect installation, it’s representative of actually Joe working on their car.
@jorgenvonstrangle000
@jorgenvonstrangle000 3 роки тому
yeah that me
@triliner254
@triliner254 2 роки тому
@@jorgenvonstrangle000 lmao
@supplant9124
@supplant9124 Рік тому
who's joe
@vic_cresss
@vic_cresss Рік тому
@@supplant9124joe mama
@Nelson4207
@Nelson4207 10 місяців тому
​@@supplant9124hes saying the average joe, normal person with low skills
@WSmith-ne5ks
@WSmith-ne5ks 4 роки тому
Watching him struggle with "simple stuff" makes me feel better because i do the same thing with anything
@christianlail7266
@christianlail7266 3 роки тому
Experience is everything. People get discouraged in the learning process but forget the life long lesson you get. Plus its easier to do next time. Its why i go to the parts yard. Dont think u can replace a fuel pump? Try it at the yard, see whats hard whats easy to break, that sort of stuff.
@kevinmontoya7318
@kevinmontoya7318 3 роки тому
Me in my mind: why the fuck is my neighbor watching me change my oil Him: *thumbs up* Me: THERE HE GOES AGAIN POPPING OFF LIKE ITS THE END OF THE WORLD
@kalpaniwickramage5395
@kalpaniwickramage5395 4 роки тому
Donut media really makes their fans happy by replying to fan comments and liking fan comments.
@sampiafsky7876
@sampiafsky7876 4 роки тому
Kalpani Wickramage smart man
@aidancarter5
@aidancarter5 4 роки тому
Kalpani Wickramage Donut is amazing!!! Love these guys!
@melbournetaylor4265
@melbournetaylor4265 4 роки тому
@@sampiafsky7876 he is 😂😂
@Gustinpham
@Gustinpham 4 роки тому
Donut and fitment industries are my fav channels Bc of this
@maxcheese382
@maxcheese382 4 роки тому
Justin Pham idk why but I don’t enjoy fitment industries I think I just don’t like the hosts too much. Like nothing against them they seem like cool guys just not my cup of tea
@brandongil5160
@brandongil5160 4 роки тому
“One of the simplest mods!” Loses his shit twice! Lol
@kevinhawley3303
@kevinhawley3303 4 роки тому
xD yes!!!! lmao made my day
@ghosttoast8326
@ghosttoast8326 4 роки тому
If you don't curse you aren't trying lol
@nullpointer1984
@nullpointer1984 4 роки тому
Compared to newer cars this was super easy.
@vaidasspu
@vaidasspu 4 роки тому
@@nullpointer1984 It's super easy on a Mclaren
@siswanto5229
@siswanto5229 4 роки тому
Vaidas Spu its not super easy to buy mclaren
@dylanscrivani383
@dylanscrivani383 3 роки тому
I love how he's basically testing all of the mods that we typically want to try out on our own rides, and if they make a difference.
@JDMMasters
@JDMMasters 3 роки тому
Add fender bracers, you will feel the difference immediately.
@JDMMasters
@JDMMasters 3 роки тому
@Jay'sWorld! No, fender bracers. Inside the fenders.
@BigWilba
@BigWilba 3 роки тому
@@JDMMasters where you get them never heard of them
@elcuh7939
@elcuh7939 3 роки тому
@@BigWilba I think they are also called “frog arms” they stiffen up the car vertically and laterally making it handle better
@briank10101
@briank10101 3 роки тому
Sway bars nullify the independence of the suspension.
@guzman7590
@guzman7590 3 роки тому
@@briank10101 that a bad thing or good thing?
@avitgarcia1791
@avitgarcia1791 4 роки тому
Zach: *Throws tools out from under the car into the yard* Future Zach: where’d my 10mm go 😱
@levidaniels585
@levidaniels585 4 роки тому
*runs over it with the lawn mower* Zach: "found it!"
@bothijssen1809
@bothijssen1809 4 роки тому
@Crotch Banister are you simping on Zach buddy?
@hachirokami
@hachirokami 4 роки тому
False! Any body who works on cars with metric hardware has a box full of 8 and 10mm cause you lose all the time lol
@user-tp7of2bi4s
@user-tp7of2bi4s 4 роки тому
hachirokami : No, I had mine over 30 years S&K from Japan, great tools 😃
@SAMPLETEXT285
@SAMPLETEXT285 4 роки тому
@Crotch Banister so do you know him better then us? Stfu stop simping
@tonybanana4016
@tonybanana4016 4 роки тому
Not having a girlfriend is part of my weight reduction kit
@afterhourss4732
@afterhourss4732 4 роки тому
Lonely driver gang
@emanuelruiz7710
@emanuelruiz7710 4 роки тому
✊😭
@AKK5I
@AKK5I 4 роки тому
@G wtf
@-R.E.D.A.C.T.E.D-
@-R.E.D.A.C.T.E.D- 4 роки тому
@G A 4 door sedan corvette.
@adanflores4523
@adanflores4523 4 роки тому
@G buy a gun
@fhowland
@fhowland 4 роки тому
One point of clarification: all other things remaining equal, larger sway bars *reduce* grip; its somewhat counter intuitive, but true. More body roll actually increases grip, which is why most cars are setup to have a decent amount from the factory.
@pabito7347
@pabito7347 Рік тому
Yea body roll on avarage stock cars going mild speeds, But someone who will drive the car harder needs that rigidity and responsiveness wich will sometimes cause a loose a grip but ultimately makes the car more predictable to control .Roll at mild speeds can somewhat help balance cars but on agressive driving roll compromises a lot
@Abraham_R_
@Abraham_R_ 3 роки тому
1:38 that’s literally me everyday with scammers
@LastKnight0727
@LastKnight0727 3 роки тому
I answer them and when they ask me to confirm the Year, Make, Model I just say, "1980" *click* they hang up on me
@f0rr3stgump
@f0rr3stgump 4 роки тому
"Are big brake kits / upgraded pads and rotors worth it?" Next on money pit?
@Rd-fb9mo
@Rd-fb9mo 4 роки тому
Nathan Crouse watch the hi vs lo series the do a test with brakes and rotors and compare them
@kinafermusic2456
@kinafermusic2456 4 роки тому
Mr.BigBoss7 technically doesn’t increase braking ability, but increases the ability of the brakes to dissipate heat (which becomes pretty important if you’re gonna be braking hard more than one time at a stoplight) and lets them maintain performance. Otherwise, braking performance is limited by tire grip.
@SimanSlivar
@SimanSlivar 4 роки тому
@@kinafermusic2456 it can depending on design pad selection ect... Drilled rotors actually help in some cases, but many people keep saying they don't... It comes down to physics. Clamping force remains the same but with drilled rotors the overall pressure on the given rotor area is increased. That's the reason you see cross drilled rotors on race cars. Some pad materials need a certain pressures to work effectively, so drilled rotors can help dial that in. This is most noted with ceramic based pads.
@intecz2950
@intecz2950 4 роки тому
@@SimanSlivar Not really true sorry. If clamping force remains the same, the "pressure" will stay the same, on any rotor. For example 10 newtons (force) being applied to a rotor. That force doesnt change from the amount of holes in it, or surface texture. Surface texture DOES effect braking though, just not the amount of holes. What the holes do in drilled rotors is dissipate heat better than non drilled rotors. Its kinda like opening all the windows in your house. The more windows, the better circulation of heat, which cools down your house! That is if theres no wind aha. So as a result of less heat, you get longer track time without brake fade. BUT one of the biggest problems with drilled rotors is the fact that when they heat up too much, they end up cracking or warping, which greatly effects your brakes!! Nowadays people are turning more towards Slotted Rotors, including GT3 race cars and other race cars. They dont crack as often or ever which is nice. What the slots do is release gases from under the pad, and also wipe the pad of any debris, oils , etc, etc. They dissipate more heat than solid rotors, but not as much as drilled rotors. But the fact that your rotors wont crack and completely fail is a pretty good trade off. Also pads dont need a certain pressure, but more so a certain temperature. Watch GT3 cars at the beginning of the race on the warm up lap. They accelerate really fast then slam on the brakes, trying to get heat in them. Also if you ever buy race pads for your daily car, i think they have a warning that they arent for street use, simply because your brakes dont get very hot driving on the street. sorry for the novel. not trying bash you for your comment, but theres some iffy info out there, and lets face it we're all here to learn! i know i am
@Prestiged_peck
@Prestiged_peck 4 роки тому
@@kinafermusic2456 but if you put like 12 inch wide street slicks on something with brakes made for like 4 inch wide highway tires, I think you might run into your brake limit before the tire slips with stock brakes, I know I do with my rears on both cars, then again the cobra has one frozen open caliper and the gt has ceramic pads in back, but even when the gt had semi metallic pads in back, those 285 wide falken azenis fk510s DO NOT SKID, like doesn't even engage ABS
@LaczPro
@LaczPro 4 роки тому
4:56 LIGHTNING! in his knee. I know that feeling bro.
@Donut
@Donut 4 роки тому
Bad lightning
@Earle_Arts
@Earle_Arts 4 роки тому
Torn meniscus in mine knee and I have hit it on my short car a ton, sucks so much
@amarisullivan7811
@amarisullivan7811 3 роки тому
The way he explained what sway bars were added to me as a person and made me subscribe
@doctorsuarez
@doctorsuarez 3 роки тому
Great for FWD cars. My Accord’s stock bar was like a coat hanger. Replaced with one from an Acura TL and it made a huge difference.
@Powatodacarz1
@Powatodacarz1 4 роки тому
*annoying robo dialer* we've been trying to rea... "F*** OFF!!" Same bro, same.
@nelsongonzalez8754
@nelsongonzalez8754 4 роки тому
For reals that shit gets annoying
@codyknarich3949
@codyknarich3949 4 роки тому
William Patton i get that same call and ive asked to be put on the no call list 2 times 😂
@supperpika
@supperpika 4 роки тому
Relatable
@JeffReeves
@JeffReeves 4 роки тому
Just start messing with them. I tell them that I'm dumping the body like they asked and that they better have my money when I get back.
@Powatodacarz1
@Powatodacarz1 4 роки тому
I usually ask them if they'll pay me to repair my own car since I'm a mechanic 😂 I almost got one guy to say yes once
@Ovni121
@Ovni121 4 роки тому
This is my favorite video series on Donut! I wasn't considering a project car before and now this seems like a great idea. I like that he's honest also when he's struggling so people like me doesn't think it will be a pain free process. But also he's very good a explaining by showing so a newbie like me can jump in.
@EkowMensahMotorsports
@EkowMensahMotorsports 4 роки тому
Yes this is important....the 8 bolts on swaybars seem like a 'quick project' but it can take a bit if you do it right.
@72hermit
@72hermit 4 роки тому
@@EkowMensahMotorsports I needed to hear this today. Thank you.
@JSmooove
@JSmooove 3 роки тому
bro, you do an incredible job at explaining the mods, their functions and intricacies. I'm 30 years old, never really was a gear head growing up, although I can appreciate a piece of vehicular art. i've been watching this series and all the upgrades you've been putting on and i'm learning so much. you really have a knack for making things easy to understand. well done, bro.
@sleazymeezy
@sleazymeezy 2 роки тому
Bro, I'm sitting here about to upgrade sway bars on my Y51
@Sam_Hannam
@Sam_Hannam 4 роки тому
Love this series literally the most realistic thing out there. Tools being thrown around is absolutely spot on 😂
@ismaelrios7046
@ismaelrios7046 4 роки тому
8:40 the camera man starts backing up when he starts throwing tools 😂
@MrDylanm842
@MrDylanm842 3 роки тому
Health and safety comes first for the camera men
@ateague01
@ateague01 4 роки тому
1:37 That’s the same way I answer those calls 😂😂😂😂
@JAK0E
@JAK0E 4 роки тому
Same here but sometimes i let them transfer me to an agent and when i tell them my car is a 97 suzuki sidekick and i would love some extended warranty they hang up
@dekoldrick
@dekoldrick 4 роки тому
@@JAK0E Maybe I should do the same and tell them I have a 93 Honda Accord and an 88 Ford F150.
@JAK0E
@JAK0E 4 роки тому
@@dekoldrick haha I guess their scam is to get ahold of people with brand new cars idk. They don't like old cars. If you do talk to them let Hank or Mary know I miss their calls lol
@iguessitsmanny
@iguessitsmanny 4 роки тому
I just dial a bunch of numbers until they hang up lol
@Tonio_onair
@Tonio_onair 4 роки тому
Who called him? Who was that?
@benaspuckus41
@benaspuckus41 4 роки тому
Very nice video! Just want to point out a couple of things: • If the sway-bars are equally thicker, weight transfer will still be the same. Same weight will only be transferred quicker. You can only reduce weight transfer by lowering center of gravity or by widening vehicle track. • Stiffer sway bars can also affect ride quality even going in a straight line. By making these bars thicker you actually link both sides of suspension together. So if you hit a bump only with one wheel, this impact will move to the other side thus making ride quality a bit harsher. This can especially be felt when driving over poor road surfaces.
@henrent
@henrent 7 місяців тому
agreed especially with your second point. There is no free lunch.
@ryancaoo5503
@ryancaoo5503 6 місяців тому
@@henrentsway bars aren’t free
@seekerofthetruths
@seekerofthetruths 4 роки тому
Neglected to mention that stiffer sway bars will hurt your grip on rougher roads as this limits the suspensions ability to adapt to the road with each individual wheel. Back roads I grew up racing on it was real common to just get a stiffer rear bar to keep the ass flat and prevent understeer while letting the front articulate over the rough stuff and maximize grip.
@winebartender6653
@winebartender6653 Рік тому
Just to add in general, there are always compromises when it comes to sway bar stiffness, front and rear. Front: the stiffer, the more understeer, caused by removing weight from the tire getting the most traction (the outside, due to the larger radius from corner centerpoint). Though you are keeping more weight on the inside compared to a softer bar, you are exchanging downward force for lateral force. As an extreme example, if you were on ice, higher downward force on one tire is going to give you better grip than redistributing that force both laterally and to the other tire. The benefits of higher stiffness in the front will be better mid corner tracking and corner exit, as there will be less weight transfer occurring. Rear: The stiffer, the more oversteer and a higher chance of snap oversteer, especially in the wet. Same ice example applies above. The stiffer will help with corner entry/turn in, but will negatively affect corner exit because of the same grip changes and more oversteer nature of the setup. As with anything suspension related, there is a balance between all the components (spring rate, dampening, ride height(center of gravity), vehicle weight (corner weight more precisely) and sway bar stiffness being the big ones). Too stiff is just as bad as too soft. There are compromises no matter the setup, but what works the best falls on the conditions you plan on driving in.
@hemiplow1297
@hemiplow1297 Рік тому
@@winebartender6653 front bar does make the turn in feel better aswell but softer front feels less good but grips better
@davidhauser3261
@davidhauser3261 4 роки тому
Quick answer: Yes
@Seb123
@Seb123 4 роки тому
Yes
@anthony5243
@anthony5243 4 роки тому
yes
@Donut
@Donut 4 роки тому
Yes
@kanekatsu_
@kanekatsu_ 4 роки тому
Yes
@rifau950
@rifau950 4 роки тому
yes
@masonwood6765
@masonwood6765 4 роки тому
You should do a give away with one of the old parts off of the Miata signed by the whole donut crew
@jordanbwalt
@jordanbwalt 4 роки тому
Everyone please upvote this ffs. This is an awesome idea
@rustytrident8282
@rustytrident8282 4 роки тому
Nice idea!
@TrickiVicBB71
@TrickiVicBB71 4 роки тому
This should totally be a thing
@zacjohnson452
@zacjohnson452 4 роки тому
I agree
@xXShadowXx12334
@xXShadowXx12334 4 роки тому
🖐🖐🖐
@drenels10
@drenels10 3 роки тому
1:38 “we’ve been trying to reach you about your cars warranty” “Awww Fuuu” I feel your pain bro 🤣😭😭
@blazervol3357
@blazervol3357 2 роки тому
Most annoying thing EVER to be in the middle of doing something, your phone rings, you try to drop everything you have to answer it and then it is THAT SAME MESSAGE! I quit answering my phone. I'll call them back if i know the number
@mynamecrispy873
@mynamecrispy873 2 роки тому
😂😂😂🤣🤣🤣
@spencermill10
@spencermill10 3 роки тому
I like how you always explain not only WHAT you're doing, but WHY. Makes it a lot easier to pick and choose what I want to do to my car, even if it's not the same as what you do
@Daniel.cuprast
@Daniel.cuprast 4 роки тому
This car needs a spinny Boi Who wants to see this Thang boosted??!!!?
@Vaermxna
@Vaermxna 4 роки тому
JDM_Dude superchargers are pretty good on miatas as well
@nickg6312
@nickg6312 4 роки тому
@@Vaermxna i want to see a supercharger. everyone has turbos. superchargers are great for daily cars
@modernyt854
@modernyt854 4 роки тому
Nicholas Gionet yeah but aren’t they trying to go for the cheaper and reasonable mods? Super chargers are hella pricey
@kylewest100
@kylewest100 4 роки тому
SupraBoi thats what I was gonna say
@heygek2769
@heygek2769 4 роки тому
put on a small turbo so there's barely any lag, kinda like the ford ecoboost
@Indigo_gt86
@Indigo_gt86 4 роки тому
The next episode should be “Are Girlfriends worth it?”
@matthew_natividad
@matthew_natividad 4 роки тому
Probably
@Display42069
@Display42069 4 роки тому
No
@Derpderpson123
@Derpderpson123 4 роки тому
Lonely drivers represent!
@martenthijssen8406
@martenthijssen8406 4 роки тому
Itsuki is that you
@kamronpowell5784
@kamronpowell5784 4 роки тому
Lmao
@smokeymotorsport
@smokeymotorsport 4 роки тому
I've put away bars on BMW 5 series and cars that size a couple of times. Stiffening the rear helps make the balance more tail happy, along with camber adjustments. So it works on big heavy stuff too! Really enjoy Zach's videos, very genuine transfer of knowledge stuff
@BodyBag_Gaming
@BodyBag_Gaming 2 роки тому
This series and your skills as a mechanic, make everything look so simple! Either that, or my anxiety and second guessing are getting in my own way 😂
@ody2cuffs508
@ody2cuffs508 4 роки тому
I love this show. Learning how each mod directly impacts the performance of the car. Is really enlightening. Thank you Zach, Donut, and Donut Sponsors. 🤙
@Donut
@Donut 4 роки тому
That's what I like to hear! Thank YOU!
@gm5383
@gm5383 4 роки тому
"this will never be a really fast straight line car" *all the turbo mx5s* "Am I a joke to you?"
@jacklondon7873
@jacklondon7873 4 роки тому
UK V6 Jag swapped Miatas too hehe
@07wrxtr1
@07wrxtr1 4 роки тому
He's gonna turbo it... just wait...
@Sheridantank
@Sheridantank 4 роки тому
The LS Miatas fell out their chair laughing
@GustavCarl17
@GustavCarl17 4 роки тому
Demon swapped Miata’s have joined the chat
@Funny_Milkman
@Funny_Milkman 4 роки тому
fast means less than 4 sec to 62mph
@bradjordan6984
@bradjordan6984 3 роки тому
I went with the subwoofer upgrade, I liked it so much I got another, one for each side of the hatch. my acceleration got worse but my braking got noticeably better. I also go through pads and rotors faster but worth every penny. highly recommended!
@jasonbaldwin6760
@jasonbaldwin6760 4 роки тому
Sway bars are easily the best dollar to performance mod out there, even on a completely stock vehicle it is a night and day difference. I'd also say that poly bushings are an underrated suspension mod as well.
@benjaminshaver4533
@benjaminshaver4533 4 роки тому
My reasons for watching money pit: 40% practical and easy to understand knowledge about cars. 60% Zach’s overwhelming attractiveness. 100% MIATA SHOOT FIRE
@ushyamamoto7098
@ushyamamoto7098 3 роки тому
U just had to make it gay huh
@NovaZocket52
@NovaZocket52 3 роки тому
Ush Yamamoto tf? U the one being gay
@theamateurlancia
@theamateurlancia 3 роки тому
Nice math
@ushyamamoto7098
@ushyamamoto7098 3 роки тому
NovaZocket52 so pointing out that one man is being homosexual is gay? You definitely gay too.
@ushyamamoto7098
@ushyamamoto7098 3 роки тому
Amphedroxyn you’re in the closet buddy just come on out
@NV-NS
@NV-NS Рік тому
Rewatching all these videos as I build my 87 MR2. It's great knowledge to know on what to spend on. Thanks again
@ibbyseed
@ibbyseed 3 роки тому
i love how this is now just a miata build along. really needed this bc he brakes everything down in a great way
@MichaelBrown-wx6zq
@MichaelBrown-wx6zq 4 роки тому
It does affect straight line performance. It makes the suspension less independent. If only one wheel hits a bump, a stronger sway bar will apply more force to the other tire
@johnterpack3940
@johnterpack3940 Рік тому
Two years later and this is still the only comment pointing out he was wrong about the effects of sway bars. On actual race cars and OEM applications the sway bar rate is calculated as part of the spring rate. They work to balance the two for the expected conditions. A beefy sway bar on rough roads will almost certainly slow you down.
@qualityguacamole9142
@qualityguacamole9142 Рік тому
I was wondering what the catch was to this!! Coz if the positives outweigh the negatives by that much, then manufacturers would’ve had that installed on already out of the factory
@alisdairherd9501
@alisdairherd9501 8 місяців тому
They are installed from factory, just the manufacturer will try to balance performance and driveability. Considering that consumer cars don't generally live on tracks the sway bar from factory is more compliant to deal with rough roads.
@piotrpaczuski4060
@piotrpaczuski4060 4 роки тому
Reading some comments I feel like: Oh, hell, Miata is going to get up in price.
@SkylerB17
@SkylerB17 4 роки тому
they are up. im trying to buy one right now and people are asking crazy prices for basically beaters
@andychillin2579
@andychillin2579 4 роки тому
Piotr Paczuski yea from 4K to 7k now 😭
@louiemanning
@louiemanning 4 роки тому
Mine has appreciated by 3k in two years
@trashedandbashed3871
@trashedandbashed3871 4 роки тому
Quick someone make a video talking about how terrible miatas are so they can depreciate
@80s_Boombox_Collector
@80s_Boombox_Collector 4 роки тому
Most Miata drivers I see are age 45+ white men. Very few people under that age. Which makes sense, because it's meant to be someone's second or third vehicle, not their only one.
@tjyau7068
@tjyau7068 Рік тому
Absolutely my favorite part of the show cause it gives me the insight and courage to do it myself and the installs make a huge difference.
@ericMT
@ericMT 2 роки тому
Sway bar upgrade is an especially important upgrade for Subarus (or other sporty sedans) but it’s often overlooked because it doesn’t change the look of the car at all. Instant handling increase, better than springs and easy to install. Tires are also a big factor. I’d do those 2 things first before anything else.
@jonathanwilson1672
@jonathanwilson1672 4 роки тому
“It’s as easy as removing the hardware.” Unless its a freaking Mazdaspeed 3 with the front sway bar on top of the subframe!
@JaRrYCAW
@JaRrYCAW 4 роки тому
Haha same with E92, have to remove the entire rear subframe for the rear sway bar lol
@krudmuphinstudioz
@krudmuphinstudioz 4 роки тому
I had a Volvo S40 which was the same platform. The sway bars, and practically everything suspension related was a total pain in the ass on that car lol
@fuzzcopter467
@fuzzcopter467 4 роки тому
G just make the race 100k miles in anything and you should be good. Subie will blow up long before then
@kju520
@kju520 4 роки тому
@G Something light and takes well to turbocharging
@anthonyd5157
@anthonyd5157 4 роки тому
Jonathan Wilson sane on my focus 🙄 the rear is simple though
@paulk9813
@paulk9813 4 роки тому
For some reason when Zach hit his knee, I felt like it was a huge character development moment. Like I learned some really important plot points. What happened to the knee, Zach.
@gabrielluiscontreras9188
@gabrielluiscontreras9188 3 роки тому
He was an adventurer like you once...
@SaltyJoe189
@SaltyJoe189 2 роки тому
He crashed a motorcycle
@ZetaTango83
@ZetaTango83 2 роки тому
@@gabrielluiscontreras9188 until he took a bumper to the knee
@redeyedfreaks
@redeyedfreaks 4 роки тому
"Which is as easy as removing the hardware from the away bar brackets" Snapped two of the four rusted bolts. Thanks Midwest. Hope everyone has a good tap and die kit
@brettmiddleton5013
@brettmiddleton5013 2 роки тому
Love how there’s a library of these videos now. Almost every part you can upgrade they have a video on. Thanks
@RainyB0i
@RainyB0i 4 роки тому
I’m saving this whole series for my first car.
@crazyadam9281
@crazyadam9281 4 роки тому
I was thinking of doing the same but I remember I drive a shitty 03 Fiat Seicento Sporting.
@stephanekarrasch9187
@stephanekarrasch9187 4 роки тому
@@crazyadam9281 it's actually a fun little car
@mihailpetrovici5044
@mihailpetrovici5044 4 роки тому
Save money also, you'll need a lot of them
@crazyadam9281
@crazyadam9281 4 роки тому
@@stephanekarrasch9187 it can be fun, I guess I was being a bit overly dramatic about my Seicento.
@jordancailes8383
@jordancailes8383 4 роки тому
Just make sure your first car isn’t something lame like a sun fire
@mamel000
@mamel000 4 роки тому
I used to own a NB Miata in my 20’s and thanks to your series I’m getting another one.
@calebneff5777
@calebneff5777 2 роки тому
Your enthusiasm on this show is so infectious. You make me want to work on my car so much!
@elijahortiz1354
@elijahortiz1354 3 роки тому
3:26 i really appreciate this edit
@PaganiGaming
@PaganiGaming 4 роки тому
Day 133 of asking James to do an Up to speed on his Dad
@aziz_alrumayyan6712
@aziz_alrumayyan6712 4 роки тому
Yes also a up to speed on chrysler
@BK-mv2mk
@BK-mv2mk 4 роки тому
@@aziz_alrumayyan6712 wrong comment thread.
@alexgrant6965
@alexgrant6965 4 роки тому
He is a man of commitment, dedication and sheer fucking will.
@olegkolesnikov7155
@olegkolesnikov7155 4 роки тому
When you see a Donut vid posted "3 min ago" and want to beat Pagani Gaming to the comments but see a Hyura taillight as the top comment :[
@AhmadHassan-uk2ff
@AhmadHassan-uk2ff 4 роки тому
No man its not day 133, you just commented to get some attention, its actually day 270.....
@alopee4848
@alopee4848 4 роки тому
When you here just to see Zach get super mad at his Miata.
@TheCloudsMySofa
@TheCloudsMySofa 4 роки тому
modding tantrum
@fzproject6462
@fzproject6462 4 роки тому
it could've been worst
@nightkiler56
@nightkiler56 4 роки тому
Cars get frustrating really quick
@xXShadowXx12334
@xXShadowXx12334 4 роки тому
😂😂
@Arturo_S3
@Arturo_S3 4 роки тому
I got h&r sway bars on my a3 and I couldn't agree more. It's one of the best mods I've done so far, specially with a couple negative degrees of toe at the front and some camber plates. The car turns in insanely good.
@325idiy5
@325idiy5 3 роки тому
Thank you for taking the time to do what you are doing. It is helping me a lot as I work on my project car.
@Bassplayermane
@Bassplayermane 4 роки тому
"We've been trying to reach you about your car's extended warranty" Handled correctly
@mhymyk4022
@mhymyk4022 4 роки тому
I always mess with them, they hang up on me. Say some shit like "2017 Lamborghini Aventador" when they ask for make and model
@Bassplayermane
@Bassplayermane 4 роки тому
@@mhymyk4022 I once replied with my 84 Mazda Rx7 and they said "I'm sorry, we only cover vehicles newer than 2008" I shouted back, "then why the **** do y'all keep calling me then?!?" *In a very worried voice* "Well, looks like you have everything you need, have a great day" *click*
@mhymyk4022
@mhymyk4022 4 роки тому
@@Bassplayermane I've even replied with the cars I actually drive, once a 92 Explorer, now a 91 MR2, they still hang up on me...
@negativeindustrial
@negativeindustrial 4 роки тому
Mhymyk I did the ‘91 MR2 Turbo on them two weeks ago. They hung up quick! Guess they’ve worked on an MR2 before 🤣
@daytonasayswhat9333
@daytonasayswhat9333 4 роки тому
Mhymyk Nice n
@camcam7874
@camcam7874 4 роки тому
my favorite build series i think ever. zach is such a good host i’m so happy to have him at donut
@thejay8963
@thejay8963 4 роки тому
TNT Doge is an amazing profile picture.
@contizlee8634
@contizlee8634 5 місяців тому
I'd been looking over for best video explaining about sway bars and this is it! Thank you for the great video.
@underourrock
@underourrock Рік тому
Thank you for going over sway bars and showing the difference in this one. Definitely interesting. Also, you and I react the same way to trying to knee the underside of the car as hard as possible. Been there, done that!
@allanmathew6687
@allanmathew6687 4 роки тому
This is literally the best thing on the internet right now
@westleyparker7810
@westleyparker7810 4 роки тому
I really like him, he's got a more serious James vibe. He SOUNDS like he knows what he's doing
@christianlail7266
@christianlail7266 3 роки тому
Love the hands on aspects you do on money pit. Keep it up.
@roshi98
@roshi98 2 роки тому
Love that you show the bruisy parts of working on a car. Can't tell you how many times I've done the roll of pain and shame under my car after bashing myself on some evil piece of metal...
@bigchanges94
@bigchanges94 4 роки тому
Money pit for sure if my new favourite series. I am modifying my Miata at the moment and you guys are literally doing everything I am wanting to do, Zach is crazy knowledgeable too, so cheers bois.
@colinleder5683
@colinleder5683 4 роки тому
I'm in the same boat with my NB. Aaaaand now I want to buy sway bars, that wasn't in my watch list but here we go, money pit right
@daytonasayswhat9333
@daytonasayswhat9333 4 роки тому
Not literally, no.
@thejay8963
@thejay8963 4 роки тому
Daytona Says What?! Oh, what a great rebuttal... Shut up.
@ThatGuy3141
@ThatGuy3141 4 роки тому
4:55 I felt that in my soul, I've done that to many times to count working on my car.
@jalenad11
@jalenad11 4 роки тому
Every time I use ramps because I'm too lazy to use jack stands lol
@epiclocksensie
@epiclocksensie 3 роки тому
I’ve been using your videos to trick out my 2019 Camry XSE and man, it’s such a drastic difference from stock
@dylan_lewis9309
@dylan_lewis9309 2 роки тому
Very well done, loved the actual measurements from outside the vehicle
@Dixby_floppy
@Dixby_floppy 4 роки тому
When he hit his knee, I felt his pain. I can't tell you how many times I've hit, cut or bumped something on my LS swapped miata.
@xxtreestump002
@xxtreestump002 4 роки тому
Trevor Fitz did you have to tell us it was ls swapped…
@yadeenkabir1215
@yadeenkabir1215 4 роки тому
Dayyyyumn
@Dixby_floppy
@Dixby_floppy 4 роки тому
Duh how else would you know. Psh. Reading it over it does look like a big ego though lol.
@davidhenneberg6772
@davidhenneberg6772 4 роки тому
Trevor Fitz it sound like a really big ego but it’s still a nice swap, but isn’t it a little bit heavy or is it possible to put it far behind (front mid engine) for a good weight ratio?
@Dixby_floppy
@Dixby_floppy 4 роки тому
@@davidhenneberg6772 it all depends on your driving style and how you like the feeling. I set mine up for drifting. Which is great for IMO. Different strokes for different folks
@mysterygozosk8er
@mysterygozosk8er 4 роки тому
This money pit series had been a blessing for me! Since I bought my first project car and for my luck is a miata 😂👌🏾
@jukezauxe
@jukezauxe 4 роки тому
definitely top 5 favorite thing to watch on yt is this miatas journey and the host is a big part of it !
@El-sm9gr
@El-sm9gr 4 роки тому
Hey James, love your show. Wheels ramps are handy if you wanted to tighten up suspension/sway bar components loaded so you can access underneath the car without banging your head.
@limash8424
@limash8424 4 роки тому
I was waiting for Zach to say, "Am Zach, this is snake-pit 🐍"
@rigom.2853
@rigom.2853 4 роки тому
8:42 You're not really working on your vehicle if this doesn't happen at least once during the process.
@bartzalewski
@bartzalewski 4 роки тому
was going to make a similar comment. solo driveway wrenching pretty much guarantees some moments of utter frustration. this makes this series is so relatable to me. especially compared to the guys in a/c shops with lifts and every specialty tool imaginable.
@andrewbryl4879
@andrewbryl4879 4 роки тому
lol truth!
@brainc0la-_-
@brainc0la-_- 4 роки тому
The reality of this series is hooking me in.
@stevedeleon8775
@stevedeleon8775 2 роки тому
You guys have come a long way improving this Miata👍..Good Job..Keep going
@jellofuel
@jellofuel 3 роки тому
I love how Money Pit strikes the perfect balance of being informative and entertaining
@palmermonsen9098
@palmermonsen9098 4 роки тому
Loving this show, Keep it up, I look forward to it every Wednesday!
@SaucyCat_
@SaucyCat_ 4 роки тому
“This is never really going to be fast in a straight line” *Sad LS noises*
@mathieulevasseur4082
@mathieulevasseur4082 4 роки тому
I'd settle for a K series.
@connivingkhajiit
@connivingkhajiit 4 роки тому
keep those filthy LSs away from these pure cars
@davidhenneberg6772
@davidhenneberg6772 4 роки тому
Michael Remington I would put a APY in it (the 1.8 Turbo engine from the old Audi S3, it’s insane what this thing can handle in comparison to the normal 1.8 T)
@obsidiannightwolfe13
@obsidiannightwolfe13 4 роки тому
You mean a VW 1.8t?
@davidhenneberg6772
@davidhenneberg6772 4 роки тому
obsidiannightwolfe13 no, the APY and BAM are different engines, they came only in the S3 and the TT Quattro
@robosullivan704
@robosullivan704 4 роки тому
I agree, I definitely noticed them on my G37.. I appreciate the comparison of degrees of roll!
@DanielOrtegoUSA
@DanielOrtegoUSA 2 роки тому
Lots of helpful tips and well produced, Thanks for posting ~
@STR76
@STR76 4 роки тому
Nimbly bimbly - shout out to Super Troopers - Listen here meow
@theFreakyLock
@theFreakyLock 4 роки тому
Sway bar is Easy and fast to install. Me as a w126 driver: "LOOOOOOL! "
@adammiller8133
@adammiller8133 4 роки тому
The Mercedes life has its drawbacks
@ramadhanisme7
@ramadhanisme7 4 роки тому
is it that difficulty to install a sway bar in a merc? I never done one though
@Wtrxprs007able
@Wtrxprs007able 4 роки тому
@@ramadhanisme7 they're usually somewhat hidden between the k frame and body which means lowering/removing the k frame to get to them. A number of cars have it that way just to make room for other things
@kaboom555
@kaboom555 4 роки тому
@@adammiller8133 same in modern BMWs. Sway bar install requires dropping the subframe, both front and rear. huge pain in the ass
@marcusmcneal7453
@marcusmcneal7453 4 роки тому
Drop that subframe lol
@gaminiediri
@gaminiediri 3 роки тому
Thanks for the great instructional video with how a sway bar works clearly explained.
@billthecat2410
@billthecat2410 3 роки тому
Sway bars were the best upgrade for the NA Miata. They left them a little bit too loose for the stock setup for comfort and adding a good set of sway bars really planted the car to the road nicely. Easy to install and not expensive to get so much better handling is def. a big help.
@connormorse1010
@connormorse1010 4 роки тому
Let’s see more handling mods (strut bar), or interior mods like bucket seats, roll cage, steering wheel.
@smokeymotorsport
@smokeymotorsport 4 роки тому
I was thinking stiffening mods, like strut bar and sub frame connectors, all that stuff
@aallffoonnssoopotato8280
@aallffoonnssoopotato8280 4 роки тому
"Are short throw dipsticks worth it?"
@GertieYTube
@GertieYTube 4 роки тому
I need a new dipstick, it does not reach the oil anymore
@thejay8963
@thejay8963 4 роки тому
Brandon Kilian Talk to your mechanic about Viagroil today.
@tommyriordan870
@tommyriordan870 3 роки тому
These are really funny comments😂😂😂😂😂😂😂
@wesleyellis9451
@wesleyellis9451 3 роки тому
An aftermarket dipstick would actually be a great thing for most Nissans
@kennethblindheim2676
@kennethblindheim2676 3 роки тому
@@wesleyellis9451 bmw e46's too. the original ones always rust at the top.
@trenor43
@trenor43 3 роки тому
This series is awesome! Great work. Are you using the H&R swaybars with the racing beat end links and brace?
@mosin54r2
@mosin54r2 Рік тому
Keep it up, Zach. I always love seeing someone else with a thirst for modification and a penchant for mechanical knowledge. You always keep your videos funny and informative yet bullshit free.
@oldred9122
@oldred9122 4 роки тому
10:09 What is that yellow chicken car in the background?!
@rolyat
@rolyat 4 роки тому
Forbidden knowledge
@vinie.-z.3565
@vinie.-z.3565 4 роки тому
Yoo, nice catch.
@subwayracing
@subwayracing 4 роки тому
So we not gonna talk about that chicken?
@suprastevio2264
@suprastevio2264 4 роки тому
Los Pollos Hermanos ;)
@miata-focus3455
@miata-focus3455 4 роки тому
Tommy Kendall's chicken car. Dinner with Racers has a funny podcast episode where Tommy talks about it.
@in5t1nk3d4
@in5t1nk3d4 4 роки тому
“Maybe some subwoofers” lmao he spoke to literally every single muscle car guy out there Edit: man y’all are poppin off
@8.2deck
@8.2deck 4 роки тому
"Modern muscle car guys"
@dylanhernandez378
@dylanhernandez378 4 роки тому
We already got the powa baby
@SuitOne
@SuitOne 4 роки тому
@@8.2deck Just because it doesn't have a 12 liter V8 making 300 hp doesn't make new muscle cars any less than old ones.
@manoahvanderwolf3259
@manoahvanderwolf3259 3 роки тому
Not really. matter of fact, ESPECIALLY muscle cars benefit from suspension upgrades, so if you're not a 'purist' you'll happily install upgrades like that over any lousy sound system nonsense. There is also literally no single way you can ever compare miata money to muscle car money.
@rickcornelissen3466
@rickcornelissen3466 3 роки тому
Ouch , muscle car owners felt that
@fahyadsingh1
@fahyadsingh1 3 роки тому
I'm enjoying Money Pit also! You explain so well! All the Best and be Safe out there Bro 👊🏼! From Trinidad and Tobago 🇹🇹
@jmoyet
@jmoyet 4 роки тому
On my next project car I'll for sure be doing this upgrade! Nothing feels more awesome than a good handling car!
@jaxkovatch8033
@jaxkovatch8033 4 роки тому
Its funny after watching this I finally ordered a works rear sway bar for my 4g eclipse, I got a call from the company and it was the last one to ever be sold.
@Chevrolicious.
@Chevrolicious. 3 роки тому
So, my two cents about sway bars/ anti-roll bars is, make sure you do your research and get bars that are spec'd out right for your application (or get adjustable ones). Sway bars over no sway bars is almost always a plus, but if you go too big or too small, they can really negatively impact your handling. For example, too large (too stiff) of a sway bar on the front can cause the car to under-steer, whereas too small (too soft) of a sway bar can not only cause over-steer, but also make it difficult to recover from over-input on the steering.
@l00tur
@l00tur Рік тому
In FWD applications it's nearly always worth dumping the front sway. Those who can recover from under-steer understanding the benefits of increased tracking outweigh the mild negatives. During normal driving a lack of a sway bar will not be noticed. In the event the car starts to understeer simply lay off the accelerator and the car without much drama will correct on it's own. Any suspension stiffer than stock greatly reduces the need for a sway bar in the front. This is for track, auto-x, spirited, etc.
@psavel274
@psavel274 3 роки тому
@ 7:30 you mentioned one of the ESSENTIAL factors about preload and I'm glad you did. Respect points +1 for knowing what you're talking about.
@Morboeatspeople
@Morboeatspeople 2 роки тому
Thanks for the video; just ordered a set of Eibach sway bars for my NB
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