Sway control

I had a brand new one on the drivers side (I use 2) after using it a couple times it built up some residue on the friction bar from the friction material. I didn't notice the build up and it really made the bar drag. I popped off one of the mini balls and bent the bar. I now check the slide bar occasionally and when there is build up I clean it with a wire brush. I also do not tighten it as much as before.