STABILISER LINKS
Stabiliser links connect the stabiliser bar (sway bar/anti-roll bar) to the control arms, steering knuckles or struts at the front of a vehicle, and to the control arms or vehicle chassis where applicable at the rear.
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They are located on the outer ends of the stabiliser bar with most vehicles having one link on each side, and feature ball joints or bushings at each end for movement and flexibility.
ADVANTAGES
OF NAKATA STABILISER LINKS
High-Strength Materials: Made from forged steel or a similar robust material to resist bending and breaking under torsional stress.
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High-Performance Joints: Nakata stabiliser links use durable ball joints or bushings that are designed to handle significant stress and movement without wearing out quickly.
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Corrosion Resistance: Nakata premium links are coated with a rust-resistant finish to withstand harsh weather and road conditions.
THE STABILISER LINK DOESN'T WORK ALONE
It's important to check other components that work together to ensure the integrity and efficiency of the system.
HOW TO DETECT PROBLEMS
The joints in stabiliser links can loosen or wear, causing issues such as:
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Clunking noises when driving over bumps or travelling at higher speeds
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Poor handling when cornering such as steering feeling loose or unresponsive
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Feeling of instability when cornering, lane changing, or travelling at higher speeds
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Excessive body roll
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Uneven tyre wear on the outer edges owing to shifting weight
Failure can be the result of normal wear and tear (such as exposure to water, debris and other factors/contaminants that cause rust and corrosion), or as the result of impact damage (such as hitting a kerb or pothole), or exceeding the vehicle's load limit putting undue stress on components.
