I haven't noticed much of a difference since taking my swaybars off. I had a close call in ATL a couple weeks ago when it was icy/snowy. Sphincter tightening experience, to say the least. But it didn't feel like the swaybars would have helped at all. Now keep in mind I do have Gen II brakes all the way around except for the master cylinder.
Glad to hear you're OK Joe <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/kewl.gif" alt="" />

Fasteddy's advice is occasionally sound...