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torsionbars, left - right...?
« on: June 11, 2010 - 08:03:52 AM »
-how do I determine which TB goes left and which goes right?
-what is the correct position for the piece the adjustmentbolt pushes onto, when installing the TB`s?

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Re: torsionbars, left - right...?
« Reply #1 on: June 11, 2010 - 09:20:57 AM »
I think the only good way to tell left from right is by the part numbers. If that's not true then somebody will shortly correct me  :)

I'm not sure I understand the second part of the question.


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Re: torsionbars, left - right...?
« Reply #2 on: June 11, 2010 - 09:33:39 AM »
even is rigth & will usually have an R on one end
odd is left & has an L on one end

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Re: torsionbars, left - right...?
« Reply #3 on: June 12, 2010 - 12:44:13 PM »
If I understand what you're asking, the adjuster blade should be completely loose and swiveling within the LCA. Slide the tortion bar in from the rear, once the hex is into the rear mount, just simply rotate the adjuster blade to meet the front end of the bar, use a wooden dowel or equivalent to fully seat the bar. Put a slight load on the bars with the adjusting bolt so when you drop the car it doesn't drop all the way to the ground ( Makes it tough to get the jack out, ask me how I know that :smilielol: ) Don't forget the retainers. Make sure that the LCA shaft and tie rod ends are loose when you adjust the ride height, then tighten it all up and install cotter pins :2thumbs:

If I missed anything, I am sure another member will chime in
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Re: torsionbars, left - right...?
« Reply #4 on: June 12, 2010 - 12:49:07 PM »
handm,  what retainers are you refering to?

thanks for the info ,guys  :2thumbs:
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Re: torsionbars, left - right...?
« Reply #5 on: June 12, 2010 - 05:39:59 PM »
The circular clips that snap into the torsion bar mount at the rear  :2thumbs:

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Re: torsionbars, left - right...?
« Reply #6 on: June 12, 2010 - 05:56:00 PM »
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