325IX Rear Swaybar Help

[Swendog]

All of the bushings and drop links were shot on my 325i rear swaybar. I found a bare 325IX swaybar for sale from another member here. I purchased new bushings, drop links, brackets but something is missing. According to RealOEM, the 14.5 mm rear IX sway should have a hole in the end to which a retaining/cotter pin goes- see attached diagram. The bar that I purchased is solid (no hole). Thoughts (aside from drilling a hole in the bar)?

Swen

[Balleristic31]

You don't need the pin. The sway bar end links hold it fine. I wouldn't waste time/effort drilling any holes.

[Swendog]

Thanks Nick- so just a press fit on the end-link (it IS pretty tight!) and no need to use a washer and cotter pin to hold it in place?

[nando]

there's no pin or clip. The diagram is misleading.

Lube up the bushing with hot, soapy water and push it on. Once it dries, it's locked in place.