Abstract: A link assembly for connecting a stabilizer crank arm and a suspension arm in a vehicle suspension system. The link assembly includes a barrel-shaped spacer having dome-shaped opposite ends. The spacer body has an axial bore therethrough which receives a bolt or stud shaft. The spacer spaces the crank arm and suspension system arm. Grommets on opposite ends of the shaft resiliently hold the arms against the spacer.

Abstract: A locking member for a stabilizer bar includes a deformable inner element and a substantially rigid outer element. The outer element is shaped to accept the inner element. The inner element includes a tapered section, and the outer element includes a tapered section engageable with the tapered section on the inner element for applying a clamping force to the bar for holding the locking member on the bar. The outer element includes a flange that supplies the outer element with sufficient structural integrity to permit deformation of the inner element while strengthening the outer element against radial deformation.

Abstract: A locking member, preferably used for preventing axial displacement of a stabilizer bar on an automobile, includes inner and outer elements interconnected by a strap. The inner element includes two portions joined to each other by a living hinge. Contacting surfaces of the inner and outer elements are tapered to generate a clamping force when the outer element is assembled over the inner element.