Hotchkis Front Sport Sway Bar – Nissan 350Z / Infiniti G35 Coupe & Sedan (Z33/V35) | Adjustable

Sharpen the handling balance and cornering performance of your 350Z or G35 with the Hotchkis Front Sport Sway Bar — an adjustable front sway bar engineered for the Nissan 350Z and Infiniti G35 Coupe and Sedan (Z33/V35 platform). Designed to work in conjunction with Hotchkis’s rear suspension system or as a standalone upgrade, the adjustable bar design allows precise roll stiffness fine-tuning for improved handling balance and traction. Includes heim joint end-links, easy-to-lubricate polyurethane bushings, laser-cut arm mounts, grade 8 hardware, and a gloss black powder coat finish.

Key Features:

• Adjustable bar design — multiple adjustment positions allow roll stiffness fine-tuning for improved handling balance and traction to suit your driving style and conditions
• Heim joint end-links — precision heim (rod end) joints provide accurate, bind-free sway bar actuation versus rubber or polyurethane end-link bushings
• Easy-to-lubricate polyurethane bushings — greaseable polyurethane bar mounts for long-term durability and reduced NVH versus solid mounts
• Laser-cut arm mounts — precision laser-cut mounting brackets for accurate fitment and consistent geometry
• Grade 8 hardware — premium fasteners for secure, reliable installation
• Gloss black powder coat finish — durable, corrosion-resistant finish for a clean appearance under the vehicle
• Z33/V35 platform specific — engineered for the Nissan 350Z and Infiniti G35 Coupe and Sedan front suspension geometry
• Hotchkis system compatible — designed to work in conjunction with Hotchkis rear suspension components for a complete, balanced suspension upgrade

Performance Benefits:

• Reduced Body Roll: A stiffer front sway bar resists the lateral weight transfer that causes the body to lean in corners — keeping the 350Z/G35 flatter through turns for improved driver confidence and cornering composure
• Adjustable Roll Stiffness: Multiple adjustment positions allow precise tuning of front roll stiffness — softer settings for a more neutral balance, stiffer settings for maximum cornering grip and reduced understeer
• Heim Joint Precision: Heim joint end-links eliminate the bind and compliance of rubber or polyurethane end-link bushings, ensuring the sway bar actuates immediately and accurately in response to body roll — improving the bar’s effectiveness and the precision of handling adjustments
• Improved Traction: Reduced body roll maintains more consistent front wheel loading through corners, improving front traction and steering response during corner entry and mid-corner
• Balanced Suspension System: Designed to complement Hotchkis rear suspension components for a complete, balanced roll stiffness upgrade across both axles — delivering a predictable, neutral handling balance

Specifications:

• Brand: Hotchkis Sport Suspension
• Part Number: 22413F
• Position: Front
• Adjustability: Yes — multiple adjustment positions
• End-Links: Heim joint (rod end)
• Bushings: Easy-to-lubricate polyurethane
• Mounts: Laser-cut arm mounts
• Hardware: Grade 8
• Finish: Gloss black powder coat
• Application: Nissan 350Z (Z33) / Infiniti G35 Coupe & Sedan (V35)

Fitment Information:

• Nissan 350Z (Z33) — 2003–2009
• Infiniti G35 Coupe (V35) — 2003–2007
• Infiniti G35 Sedan (V35) — 2003–2006
• Note: Verify your specific year and model before ordering. Confirm fitment with Hotchkis for your exact application.
• Installation: Professional installation recommended
• Alignment: Alignment check recommended after installation

What’s Included:

• Hotchkis front sport sway bar (22413F)
• Heim joint end-links
• Polyurethane bushings
• Laser-cut arm mounts
• Grade 8 mounting hardware
• Installation instructions

Installation Notes:

• Professional installation recommended
• Inspect all existing front suspension components and replace worn parts before installation
• Grease polyurethane bushings during installation and periodically during service
• Torque all fasteners to Hotchkis’s specified values
• Set adjustment position to mid-range initially and adjust to preference after evaluating handling balance
• Alignment check recommended after installation

Heim Joint End-Links – Why They Matter:

Standard sway bar end-links use rubber or polyurethane bushings at each end — materials that flex and compress under load, introducing compliance into the sway bar’s actuation. This compliance delays and softens the sway bar’s response to body roll, reducing its effectiveness. Heim joint (rod end) end-links replace these bushings with precision ball-and-socket joints that have virtually zero compliance — the sway bar actuates immediately and accurately in response to body roll, with no lost motion. The result is a more direct, responsive sway bar that delivers the full benefit of its stiffness adjustment without the softening effect of bushing compliance. Heim joints also allow precise length adjustment for correct geometry and are more durable than rubber end-link bushings under sustained performance driving conditions.

The Z33/V35 Platform:

The Nissan 350Z (Z33) and Infiniti G35 (V35) share the FM platform — a rear-wheel-drive architecture powered by the VQ35DE (and later VQ35HR) V6 engine. The platform’s rear-wheel-drive layout, near-50/50 weight distribution, and double-wishbone front suspension make it an excellent foundation for handling upgrades. The factory sway bars are adequate for street use but leave significant handling performance on the table for enthusiasts who want to explore the platform’s cornering potential. Hotchkis’s adjustable front sport sway bar is one of the most direct and effective handling upgrades available for the Z33/V35 — delivering immediately noticeable improvements in body roll control and cornering composure.

Why Hotchkis?

Hotchkis Sport Suspension has been producing performance suspension components for American muscle and import platforms since 1989. Their sway bar lineup is engineered for genuine handling improvement — with adjustable designs, heim joint end-links, and premium hardware that reflect a motorsport-oriented approach to suspension tuning. Hotchkis’s Z33/V35 sway bar is designed to work as part of a complete Hotchkis suspension system or as a standalone upgrade, making it a versatile choice for any stage of suspension development.

Perfect For:

• Nissan 350Z (Z33) and Infiniti G35 Coupe/Sedan (V35) owners seeking improved handling balance and reduced body roll
• Z33/V35 builds pairing with Hotchkis rear suspension components for a complete, balanced suspension upgrade
• Track day and autocross 350Z/G35 builds where precise roll stiffness adjustment is needed for optimal handling balance
• Daily-driven 350Z/G35s where improved cornering composure and lateral stability are desired
• Anyone who wants Hotchkis’s heim joint end-link precision and adjustable sway bar tuning on their Z33/V35 build

Pro Tip: Pair with the Hotchkis rear sport sway bar for a complete, balanced roll stiffness upgrade. Upgrading only the front sway bar increases front roll stiffness relative to the rear, which can increase understeer on a rear-wheel-drive platform — a matched front and rear upgrade delivers the most predictable and balanced handling result.

Note: Verify your specific year and model before ordering. Set adjustment to mid-range initially and tune from there based on your driving conditions and handling balance preference.