Karcepts KFSB-AP-XX User Manual

Installation Instructions for Part #: KFSB-AP-XX

Karcepts Front Sway Bar Kit for 2000-2009 Honda S2000

Specifically for track/autocross use, this sway bar kit offers zero compromises:

- Billet aluminum arms optimized for strength and weight utilizing the latest FEA software

- Like a blade style sway bar, roll stiffness can be adjusted quickly, and with one wrench

- Unlike a blade style sway bar, adjustments are finite, with no possibility of slipping position

- 6 adjustment positions per sway bar arm

- Light weight, zero deflection solid sway bar mounts provided for precise feel

- Low friction, lubrication free, dirt resistant, solid polymer bearings require no maintenance

- Heat treated and plated steel alloy PTFE lined endlinks and all hardware included

- 32mm (1.25") diameter high-grade spring steel splined center section for consistent rates

- Center section available in different wall thicknesses (0.120", 0.188", 0.250", and solid)

- Stiffest setting yields 11% more angular twist on a given center section compared to any other
splined style S2000 front sway bar on the market

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Parts Included With S2000 Front Sway Bar Kit

DESCRIPTION QTY

SOLID SWAY BAR MOUNT 2

M10X25 FLANGE BOLT 4

SPLINED SWAY BAR CENTER SECTION 1

CLAMP COLLAR 2

LEFT SWAY BAR ARM 1

RIGHT SWAY BAR ARM 1

M12X50 SOCKET HEAD CAP SCREW 2

SWAY BAR ENDLINK 2

3/8" NYLON-INSERT LOCKNUT 2

3/8" FLANGE NUT *4

*

Only quantity of 2 needed for assembly. Quantity of 2 extra provided as spares.

HEAVY DUTY CABLE TIES 4

Tools Required

Torque Wrench

Sockets - 17mm, 14mm, 10mm hex bit, 9/16", 3/16" hex bit

1/2" Open End Wrench

9/16" Ratcheting Combination Wrench

Tape Measure

Rubber Mallet

Note

Please read these instructions in full before attempting installation. If you do not
believe you are qualified in performing the necessary installation, please find an
experienced professional who can. Due to the nature of racing components
(external shock reservoirs, piggyback canisters, aftermarket brakes/brake lines,
oversized wheels/tires), it is your responsibility to make certain adequate clearances
between aftermarket chassis components and our sway bar are met. Karcepts,
Inc. will not be held responsible for damaged components due to unresolved
interference issues during installation.

This sway bar kit will only offer quick adjustment options with shock bodies that are
completely cylindrical in shape between the shock body and sway bar arm. Brake
line mounting brackets, remote reservoir lines, nitrogen fill connections, and any
other potential obstructions mounted inboard of the shocks can prohibit quick
adjustment. OEM shocks, Koni Sport shocks, and any other shocks with OEM style
brake line mounting brackets can still function when relocating the left shock to the
right side, and vice versa (or you may grind off the brake like brackets completely).
Since most brake line brackets cannot be utilized if desiring the quick adjustment
feature of this kit, always re-secure brake lines to the shock bodies with heavy duty
cable ties (provided). It's best to tie brake lines as high as possible onto the shock
bodies, as this will keep the lines out of the way when performing an adjustment.

Good (no interference) Bad (bracket needs addressed)

The succeeding installation instructions assume the above precautions have already
been checked or addressed.

Please consult us if you have any concerns with your application.

1. Solid Mount/Center Section Installation

A. Raise the front of the vehicle and support it with jack stands.
B. Remove the front wheels, splash shield, sway bar, sway bar bushing holders,

and endlinks.

C. The factory sway bar mounting brackets (OEM steel brackets that mount under

the frame rails) must be utilized in conjunction with the Karcepts Solid Sway Bar
Mounts. Never use any other aftermarket sway bar mounts with this kit as they
will alter the geometry. If the factory brackets are currently installed on the
vehicle, now is a good time to double check their tightness to the frame. The
factory torque spec on these M12 (17mm socket) bolts is 61 ft-lbs.

D. Slide a solid mount onto each end of the splined center section. Upon first

install, it can be normal if the mount bushings require some effort to slide onto
the shaft. Note the orientation of the bushing inside each mount. The flanged
side of the bushings must be positioned facing out.

DO NOT oil the bushings with any form of lubricant. The polymer bushings are
infused with solid lubricants and must break-in and run dry.