Product Description:
Hawks Motorsports is proud to offer our clients this : 1982-2003 GM S-Series 2WD Truck and SUV Front Sway-Bar Relocation Spacer Kit from UMI Performance.
UMI Performance 3068 front sway-bar relocation spacers are designed for Chevrolet S-10, S10 Blazer, GMC S15, Sonoma, and S15 Jimmy owners experiencing interference between the front sway bar and the idler arm, steering linkage, or upgraded steering components.
The spacer plates reposition the front sway-bar frame-bushing mounts forward by 0.600 inch. This creates additional clearance between the sway bar and steering components, helping eliminate binding while allowing the sway bar to move through its intended range.
This kit can be especially useful when installing a larger aftermarket front sway bar, upgrading steering components, or correcting an existing clearance problem on a lowered, street-performance, autocross, drag-racing, or custom-built GM S-series truck.
Each spacer is precision CNC laser-cut from heavy-duty 0.375-inch-thick mild steel. Elongated mounting slots accommodate minor variations in factory frame mounting locations, while the black corrosion-resistant finish provides protection from road grime and weather exposure.
Two relocation plates are included to service both front sway-bar frame-bushing locations. The kit installs at the original frame mounting points without cutting, drilling, welding, or custom frame fabrication.
UMI 3068 is intended to provide additional clearance between the front sway bar and steering components. Moving the sway bar forward does not provide additional tire, wheel, or inner-fender clearance.
4. KEY FEATURES
- Designed for applicable 1982-2003 GM S-series 2WD trucks and SUVs
- Fits Chevrolet S-10 and S10 Blazer 2WD applications
- Fits GMC S15, Sonoma, and S15 Jimmy 2WD applications
- Moves the front sway-bar frame mounts forward by 0.600 inch
- Provides additional sway-bar-to-steering-component clearance
- Helps prevent interference with the idler arm and steering linkage
- Helps eliminate front sway-bar binding
- Useful with larger aftermarket front sway bars
- Compatible with factory and aftermarket sway bars using factory-style frame-bushing mounting locations
- Two relocation spacer plates included
- Services both front sway-bar frame mounting locations
- Precision CNC laser-cut construction
- Heavy-duty 0.375-inch-thick mild steel
- Elongated mounting slots accommodate minor factory frame variations
- Black corrosion-resistant finish
- Direct bolt-on installation
- No cutting, drilling, or welding required
- Typical installation time of approximately 30–60 minutes
- Designed for street, performance, autocross, drag-racing, and custom-truck applications
- Manufactured using North American raw materials
- Designed, manufactured, and track-tested in the USA
- UMI Performance part #3068
5. MODEL INTERCHANGE AND FITMENT
Chevrolet S-Series 2WD Applications
- 1982-2003 Chevrolet S-10 2WD
- 1983-1994 Chevrolet S10 Blazer 2WD
Applicable Chevrolet S-10 applications include regular-cab, extended-cab, short-bed, and long-bed models retaining factory-style front sway-bar frame mounting locations.
GMC S-Series 2WD Applications
- 1982-1990 GMC S15 2WD
- 1991-2003 GMC Sonoma 2WD
- 1983-1991 GMC S15 Jimmy 2WD
Applicable GMC applications include standard-cab, extended-cab, short-bed, and long-bed trucks retaining factory-style front sway-bar frame mounting locations.
Important Fitment Notes
- This Hawks listing is specifically for the GM S-series applications published by UMI Performance.
- All listed S-10, S15, Sonoma, Blazer, and Jimmy applications are 2WD only.
- UMI does not list part #3068 for four-wheel-drive S-series models.
- The vehicle must retain factory-style front sway-bar frame-bushing mounting locations.
- Compatible with factory and aftermarket sway bars using the original-style frame mounting arrangement.
- Especially useful when a larger sway bar or upgraded steering component creates insufficient clearance.
- Not intended for trucks with extensively modified frame rails or custom sway-bar mounting locations.
- This kit moves the sway bar forward for steering-component clearance.
- It does not provide additional tire, wheel, or inner-fender clearance.
- Confirm that the interference involves the sway bar and steering components before ordering.
Additional Official Interchange
UMI Performance also catalogs part #3068 for the following GM platforms:
- 1970-1981 Chevrolet Camaro
- 1970-1981 Pontiac Firebird, Formula, and Trans Am
- 1978-1987 Buick Regal
- 1978-1987 Chevrolet El Camino
- 1978-1983 Chevrolet Malibu
- 1978-1988 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
- 1978-1987 GMC Caballero
- 1978-1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass
- 1982-1986 Pontiac Bonneville
- 1978-1987 Pontiac Grand Prix
6. INSTALLATION NOTES
- Direct bolt-on installation at the original front sway-bar frame locations
- Safely raise and support the vehicle before beginning installation
- Locate the front sway-bar frame bushings and mounting straps
- Remove the original frame-mounting bolts and allow the sway bar to lower
- Loosening the sway-bar end links may be necessary to provide adequate working clearance
- Position each relocation plate against the factory frame mounting location
- Install the plates so the relocated sway-bar mounting positions face toward the front of the truck
- Raise the sway bar back into position and secure the bushing straps at the relocated mounting points
- Center the sway bar and confirm proper alignment before final tightening
- Check clearance between the sway bar, idler arm, center link, and surrounding steering components
- Turn the steering completely from side to side and inspect for interference
- Check clearance throughout the suspension’s normal range of movement
- Adjustable sway-bar end links should be set to a neutral, preload-free position at normal ride height
- UMI estimates approximately 30–60 minutes for installation
- Professional installation is recommended if the installer is unfamiliar with suspension or steering service
