{"product_id":"whiteline-w0405-18-front-sway-bar-bushing-wrx-sti","title":"Whiteline 02-07 Subaru WRX Sedan and Wagon \/ 03-07 Subaru Impreza Non-Turbo \/ 04-07 Subaru STi 18mm","description":"\u003ch4\u003eRestore Precise Front Sway Bar Control\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe factory front sway bar mount bushings on the WRX, Impreza, and STI wear out and allow the bar to shift under load, softening handling response. This Whiteline W0405-18 front sway bar mount bushing kit uses a synthetic elastomer compound with a PTFE inner lining to lock the bar in place without requiring grease maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirect replacement front sway bar mount bushing kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSynthetic elastomer compound resists oil, grease, and weathering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePTFE inner lining eliminates the need to lubricate on installation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLocks the sway bar in place for consistent handling response\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eW0405-18 sized for an 18mm front sway bar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFitment\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eYear Range\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMake\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTrim\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2002-2007\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSubaru\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWRX\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSedan and Wagon\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2003-2007\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSubaru\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eImpreza\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNon-Turbo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2004-2007\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSubaru\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eImpreza\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSTI\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eValue\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWhiteline\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMPN\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eW0405-18\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBar Diameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e18mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePosition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFront\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGrease Fitting\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot required (PTFE lined)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 front sway bar mount bushings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAbout Whiteline\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhiteline engineers synthetic elastomer sway bar bushings with internal PTFE linings for reduced friction and consistent handling. Their sway bar mount bushing kits are a straightforward way to firm up body control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the W0405-18?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe W0405-18 is a Whiteline front sway bar mount bushing kit sized for an 18mm bar on the WRX, Impreza, and STI.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhy does my front sway bar feel loose?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eWorn factory mount bushings allow the sway bar to shift under load, reducing handling precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need to grease this bushing kit?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo, the PTFE inner lining eliminates the need for lubrication on installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I confirm my sway bar diameter before ordering?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eMeasure the front sway bar directly, this kit is sized specifically for an 18mm bar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWill this fit my WRX and my STI the same way?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, this bushing kit fits the listed WRX, Impreza, and STI applications using the same mounting design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIs this a direct bolt in replacement?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, the W0405-18 uses the factory mounting location for a direct installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWill this reduce body roll?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, locking the sway bar in place with a firmer bushing improves body control and reduces roll during cornering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this include mounting hardware?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis kit includes the bushings only, factory mounting brackets and hardware are reused.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eInstall Instructions\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRaise and safely support the front of the vehicle on jack stands\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove the front sway bar mount bracket bolts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove the factory front sway bar mount bushings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstall the Whiteline bushings and reinstall the mount brackets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTorque all fasteners to factory specification and lower the vehicle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e","brand":"Whiteline","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46250002415695,"sku":"WHLW0405-18","price":21.6,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1062\/7920\/files\/whiteline-w0405-18-front-sway-bar-bushing-wrx-sti-1.webp?v=1785256021","url":"https:\/\/www.blackopsautoworks.com\/products\/whiteline-w0405-18-front-sway-bar-bushing-wrx-sti","provider":"Black Ops Auto Works","version":"1.0","type":"link"}