FF Torsion bars still the S*it?
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08/14/15 08:47 PM
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Western Washington
Sixgun
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Gang, is there a link or an archive where this has been done to death?
I probably need a set of 1.06 E Body units, and don't want to buy a bunch of problems to save 100.00
Thanks,
Bear
I'm 55 now, no time to waste. Not a week goes by that I don't hear about someone passing on.Let's get out there,smoke some tires,have a beer with a good friend,do what you have always wanted to do.I am pretty sure no one will ever say on their deathbed "gee I'm glad my life was calm and boring"
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Re: FF Torsion bars still the S*it?
[Re: Sixgun]
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08/14/15 08:59 PM
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Granite Bay CA
Kern Dog
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Why would you want something you call crap? Personally, Ive heard great things about Firm Feel.
Check out Bergman Auto Crafts bars. $275 for a pair. I have 1.15s in my 70 Charger.
Last edited by Frankenduster; 08/14/15 09:00 PM.
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Re: FF Torsion bars still the S*it?
[Re: Sixgun]
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08/14/15 11:38 PM
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Lake Orion, MI
goldduster318
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I have a set of the firm feel bars in the Duster. They are very very nice quality. Can't go wrong.
'70 Duster 470hp 340/T56 Magnum/8 3/4 3.23 Sure-Grip
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Re: FF Torsion bars still the S*it?
[Re: Sixgun]
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08/15/15 12:00 AM
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Mesa, Arizona
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Gang, is there a link or an archive where this has been done to death?
I probably need a set of 1.06 E Body units, and don't want to buy a bunch of problems to save 100.00
Thanks,
Bear I'm running the FF 1.06 bars in my 71 RR.
“So if it’s on the internet it must be true”
Abe Lincoln
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Re: FF Torsion bars still the S*it?
[Re: Sixgun]
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08/15/15 12:35 AM
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up yours
Supercuda
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Problem with slang is that not everyone understands it.
The [censored] means the best
They say there are no such thing as a stupid question.
They say there is always the exception that proves the rule.
Don't be the exception.
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Re: FF Torsion bars still the S*its?
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08/15/15 12:46 AM
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Problem with slang is that not everyone understands it.
The [censored] means the best Ya, he needs an s between the it and the ? . lol AND it also changes the meaning of the phrase/sentence.
Last edited by amxautox; 08/15/15 12:48 AM.
Tom
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Re: FF Torsion bars still the S*its?
[Re: Sixgun]
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08/15/15 01:10 AM
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Nebraska
72Swinger
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FF in my Dart, second set.
Mopar to the bone!!!
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Re: FF Torsion bars still the S*its?
[Re: Sixgun]
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08/15/15 11:09 PM
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central CT
cudazappa
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1.18 e body bars and loving them.
1971 Challenger
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Re: FF Torsion bars still the S*its?
[Re: Sixgun]
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08/17/15 05:04 PM
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NW Chicago suburban area
Mopar Mitch
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Sixgun -- what's your intention and desire to use the car? What's your setup now? SB/BB? Wheels/tires? street/hwy/cruisin'? Or pylon solo autocross? Hi-speed road course (HSAX/HPDE)?
I've tried many different sizes/rates of TBs... as well as other related mods (leafs, shocks, sway bars, etc)... primarily intended for AX/HSAX/HPDE... I have 1.24 TBs (425 lbs/in)... not bad at all on the street.. great on the hwy/road courses... as well as competition AX.
Although FF shows a limit at 1.18, they will make larger sizes upon request.
Don't be afraid of larger TBs (1.12-1.15-1.18-1.20-22-24 1.24 is the physically largest diameter that will fit (hex opening is 1.25)... and the factory pro-TransAm race cars ran larger and stiffer yet... up to ~1.4). The smaller sizes below 1.10 aren't that much stiffer as you may think compared to the factory stock units... If you go stiffer up front, you'll need to make the rear a bit stiffer as well so to have a good balanced setup.
Can you tell us more about your car?
Mopar Mitch
"Road racers and autocrossers go in deeper and come out harder!"... and rain never stops us from having fun with our cars... in fact, it makes us better drivers!
Check out MOPAR ACTION MAGAZINE, August 2006 issue for feature article and specs on my autocross T/A!
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Re: FF Torsion bars still the S*it?
[Re: Sixgun]
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08/19/15 02:36 AM
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Walnut Creek, CA
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I have upgraded FF torsion bars on everything I own that has torsion bars and highly recommend them. The bars on my challenger have been on since the 90's with no issues or sag after nearly 100k miles.
-Jon
70 challenger convertible. 340/5 speed. blown, intercooled, efi, blah blah blah
71 valiant scamp 318/A833OD/AC/PS
00 dakota RC 4.7L 5 spd autoX'r. SRT10/T56 swap in process
73 W200 Power wagon, PTO winch, 4 spd
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Re: FF Torsion bars still the S*it?
[Re: Mopar Mitch]
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08/23/15 03:16 PM
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Western Washington
Sixgun
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Mitch,
I ordered 1.15s from Frankens East coast guy,Internet special American made 275 shipped.
My car is a 73 rallye and had repop 440 MP springs on the back, stock rally fr/r swaybars .092 torsions up front.Old KYBs on front, air shocks to help the rear.(yeah I know...)
Weighs like #3800
Was all iron 440 6 barrel 18 spline dana 60 4.10, 10" rims rear 275/60s and 235/60's front.
NO autocross planned, just will need a bit more bar up front for planned upgrades.Got the delrin LCA bushings coming too. Looked thru the hole and I see urethane pushing out ...again!
I put 285/70/15s on the back of my clonerunner and I like the 31" height, so I may try to fit those on the chall in the future.
I'm 55 now, no time to waste. Not a week goes by that I don't hear about someone passing on.Let's get out there,smoke some tires,have a beer with a good friend,do what you have always wanted to do.I am pretty sure no one will ever say on their deathbed "gee I'm glad my life was calm and boring"
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Re: FF Torsion bars still the S*it?
[Re: GoodysGotaCuda]
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08/23/15 03:43 PM
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Western Washington
Sixgun
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Bergmans.
20 bucks more than some at $85, but already had an order coming.
This guy beats his stuff relentlessly, makes me think the R&D is probably up to my "relaxed" high standards. :-)
Last edited by Sixgun; 08/23/15 03:43 PM. Reason: missspell
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