Hotchkis 2285 Sport Sway Bar Set Corvette C5 / Z06 (1997-2004) Front 1.25" / Rear 1" 3-Way Adjustable

The rear bar's 3-position adjustability is what separates this from a simple stiffer-bar swap. You can start on the softest setting for a streetable ride and work up to the firmest as you get more comfortable with how the car responds, rather than being locked into one rate the day you install it. Since the factory end links are reused, this is a more contained install than kits that require new links and brackets, though if your C5 already has some miles on it, it's worth inspecting those factory links for wear before you button everything up.

Fitment Information

• Chevrolet Corvette C5 Base (1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004)
• Chevrolet Corvette C5 Z06 (2001, 2002, 2003, 2004)
• Chevrolet Corvette C5 Indianapolis 500 Pace Car (1998)
• Chevrolet Corvette C5 50th Anniversary Edition (2003)
• Chevrolet Corvette C5 50th Anniversary Edition Pace Car (2003)
• Note: Does not include sway bar end links, factory end links are reused

Fitment Note: This kit fits all 1997-2004 C5 Corvette body styles and trims, including the Base, Z06, and the special edition Indianapolis 500 Pace Car and 50th Anniversary models, whether equipped with the standard suspension or the Z51 performance package. This kit does not include sway bar end links, factory end links are reused to maintain a quiet street ride. If your factory end links are worn or you want upgraded adjustable end links for track use, those are available separately.

Specs and Features

• Hotchkis Part Number: 2285
• Sold as a complete front and rear sway bar set
• Front bar diameter: 1.25 inch hollow tube, 115% stiffer than stock Z51
• Rear bar diameter: 1 inch hollow tube, 3-position adjustable from +60% to +150% stiffer than stock
• Lightweight hollow tube construction, formed on a CNC bender for a precise fit
• Gloss black powder coat finish for durability
• Special high durometer, dry lube impregnated rubber bushings included
• Bolt-on installation, retains factory end links for a quiet street ride
• Improves cornering, reduces body roll, sharpens steering response and chassis balance
• Well suited to street driving, autocross, road course, and open road racing use
• Made in the USA

Pairs well with:

• Whiteline Sway Bar End Links for Corvette C5/C6/C7 (1997-2014), Front Pair Since this Hotchkis kit ships without end links and is designed to reuse your factory pair, this is the part to grab if your stock links are worn, knocking, or you'd simply rather install fresh links at the same time as the new bars.

Hotchkis Sport Suspension 2285 1997-04 C5 Corvette Sport Sway Bar Set (w/o end links). These Hotchkis C5 hollow tube bars measure 1.25-inches in front and 1 -inches in the rear and are 115% stiffer than stock Z51 in front and are adjustable from +60% to 150% stiffer in the rear. The result is dramatically improved cornering potential chassis balance and steering response. Besides offering exceptional handling improvements for street driving Hotchkis sway bars work extremely well in autocross road course and open road racing applications. The lightweight hollow sway bars are formed on a CNC machine powder coated gloss black for durability and come with special high durometer dry lube impregnated rubber bushings. Stock end links are retained to maintain a quiet ride on the street. Thanks to added adjustability the new Hotchkis C5 sway bar package reduces body roll increases vehicle control and adds a new level of driver feedback and control to any late-model Corvette even razor-sharp Z06 and Z51 models.