AE86 Prothane Polyurethane Front Sway Bar End Link Kit (1983-87 Corolla)

Prothane Polyurethane Front Sway Bar End Link Kit

For 1983–1987 Toyota Corolla AE86 Trueno & Levin SR5, GTS and All JDM Trims

Refresh your 1983-1987 AE86's front suspension with the Prothane Polyurethane Front Sway Bar End Link Kit, engineered to replace aging factory rubber end link bushings with high-performance polyurethane components. By creating a firmer connection between the front sway bar and suspension, this kit helps minimize unwanted sway bar movement while improving steering response, cornering stability, and overall handling performance.

Manufactured in the USA from Prothane's premium polyurethane, these bushings are built to withstand years of street and performance driving. Unlike factory rubber that softens and deteriorates with age, polyurethane maintains its shape under load and resists oil, grease, chemicals, moisture, ozone, UV exposure, and road debris.

Whether you're restoring an original AE86, building a drift car, preparing an autocross machine, or simply replacing worn suspension components, this Prothane kit delivers long-lasting durability and consistent performance.

Features

• Direct replacement front sway bar end link kit
• Precision-molded Prothane polyurethane bushings
• Helps reduce unwanted front sway bar movement
• Improves steering response and front-end stability
• Reduces body roll during cornering
• More durable than factory rubber bushings
• Resistant to oil, grease, chemicals, moisture, ozone, and UV exposure
• Ideal for restoration, daily driving, drift, autocross, and track applications
• Manufactured by Prothane Performance Suspension
• Made in the USA
• Available in Black or Red polyurethane

Performance Benefits

Replacing worn front sway bar end link bushings helps restore proper stabilizer bar function while improving front suspension performance.

Benefits include:

• Improved steering precision
• Reduced body roll during aggressive cornering
• Increased front suspension stability
• More predictable handling characteristics
• Reduced sway bar movement
• May reduce suspension squeaks, clunks, and vibration caused by deteriorated bushings
• Longer service life than conventional rubber bushings
• Suitable for both street-driven and performance-oriented AE86 builds

Polyurethane vs. OE Rubber: Choosing the Right Bushing for Your Build

When deciding between polyurethane and factory rubber bushings for your restoration, it helps to weigh their performance traits: Polyurethane delivers a dramatic upgrade in handling precision, steering response, and cornering stability by eliminating suspension slop, alongside exceptional resistance to oil, road grime, and dry rot that ensures it will outlast stock rubber many times over. On the flip side, because polyurethane is a significantly firmer elastomer, it transmits a more direct, stiffer road feel and requires proper lubrication during installation (using the included super grease) to prevent squeaking. While OE rubber provides a softer, more isolated ride that absorbs minor road vibrations, polyurethane is the ultimate choice for enthusiasts seeking tighter handling, superior durability, and long-term performance from their classic build.

What's Included

• Front sway bar end link polyurethane bushings
• Steel sleeves
• End link hardware components required for installation

Vehicle Fitment

Designed for 1983–1987 Toyota Corolla AE86 models equipped with factory-style front sway bar end links.

Compatible Vehicles

• 1984–1987 Toyota Corolla SR5 (AE86)
• 1985–1987 Toyota Corolla GT-S (AE86)
• 1983–1987 Toyota Corolla Levin (AE86)
• 1983–1987 Toyota Sprinter Trueno (AE86)
• North American and JDM AE86 models

Fitment Notes

• Direct replacement for factory-style front sway bar end links
• Designed for vehicles equipped with OEM-style front sway bars
• Verify existing end link dimensions before ordering if aftermarket suspension components are installed
• Compatible with factory suspension mounting locations

Installation Notes

• Verify end link dimensions before installation
• Inspect sway bar brackets, washers, sleeves, and mounting hardware
• Replace damaged or excessively worn hardware as necessary
• Apply polyurethane grease to the recommended bushing contact surfaces
• Tighten all hardware according to the Toyota Factory Service Manual
• Professional installation is recommended for modified or heavily worn suspension systems

Available Color Options

Black Polyurethane

Provides a clean, factory-inspired appearance that blends naturally with OEM suspension components.

Red Polyurethane

Features Prothane's signature performance appearance for enthusiasts who prefer a more noticeable suspension upgrade.

Both black and red bushings are manufactured from the same premium polyurethane compound and provide identical fitment, handling improvements, durability, and resistance to oil, chemicals, moisture, ozone, and UV exposure. The only difference is color.

Why Upgrade to Polyurethane?

Factory rubber sway bar end link bushings gradually soften, compress, and crack with age, allowing excessive sway bar movement that reduces steering precision and suspension performance. Prothane polyurethane maintains its shape under load, providing a firmer connection between the sway bar and suspension for more responsive steering, improved cornering stability, and significantly longer service life than conventional rubber.