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torsion bar removal tool #80939
06/28/08 04:21 PM
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Where can i get one of these? Or is there any other ways to remove them safely? I remeber a post a long time ago with some handy alternatives....

Re: torsion bar removal tool [Re: Publicbottle] #80940
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I think one of the ways was to use a gooseneck from an old bicycle

Re: torsion bar removal tool [Re: Publicbottle] #80941
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MOPAR HEADQUARTERS IN ALDEN NY
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i make them out of solid steel, fits all bars from .750-1.00. shipped to all 48 states $47.50 , the last one you will ever buy. ill see if i can add pic


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Re: torsion bar removal tool [Re: Publicbottle] #80942
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the ultimate t-bar tool, us made, solid steel, best design ive made plenty of striking room, cnc machine cut outs doubles claping force. and will knock out the most stubbern bar with ease. made these because i was not happy with all designs made now, and most failed after few times of heavy use. on my race car i have to move out the drivers side bar to get header out, tool works perfect never leaves any marks on t-bar

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Re: torsion bar removal tool [Re: Publicbottle] #80943
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pm me or email if anyone is interested thanks aaron

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Re: torsion bar removal tool [Re: Publicbottle] #80944
06/28/08 05:00 PM
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I sell Many of these .All are made from 1"x1" steel with a knurled handle. 3/8 bolts. $37.99 plus shipping, Phone orders 843-324-3586 or online, Check out www.stores.ebay.com/johnscudashop

Re: torsion bar removal tool [Re: johnscudashop] #80945
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bought that one for 47.99 total then made mine. it was welded together bent, not long enough, no good striking spot, are they made in mexico?

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Re: torsion bar removal tool [Re: hemigod426] #80946
06/28/08 05:46 PM
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here's what I used, home made out of 2 x 4s

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Re: torsion bar removal tool [Re: dart_sportsatellite] #80947
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Quote:

here's what I used, home made out of 2 x 4s



I used wood as well.........no marks!

Re: torsion bar removal tool [Re: Publicbottle] #80948
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i also make the ultimate upper ball joint remover/installer socket for b-bodies. complete cnc made from 4140 steel billet bar stock. usa made in my town the best on the market snap-on quality. i designed it off a nos ball joint. pm me here or email hbullet1968@aol.com $47.50 shipped to all 48. thanks aaron

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Re: torsion bar removal tool [Re: hemigod426] #80949
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Re: torsion bar removal tool [Re: Publicbottle] #80950
06/28/08 10:17 PM
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I just clamped a big Vise Grip Pliers on and went to town w/a hammer.

Re: torsion bar removal tool #80951
06/28/08 10:26 PM
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I hope you threw those bars away afterwards. Your not supposed to put any marks on them at all.

Re: torsion bar removal tool [Re: Neil] #80952
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I removed mine without any tool. I loosened the lower arms and tapped them forward. Mike

Re: torsion bar removal tool [Re: mopars4ever] #80953
06/28/08 10:52 PM
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I removed mine without any tool. I loosened the lower arms and tapped them forward. Mike



There isnt much holding them in anyway. Usually I just use my hands.

Re: torsion bar removal tool [Re: Neil] #80954
06/28/08 11:28 PM
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I hope you threw those bars away afterwards. Your not supposed to put any marks on them at all.



I put the hammer to the vise grips, there weren't any scratches, as the grips never slipped, and came out easily. Would maring them up have caused stress points in the bars? Just gripping the bars with the Vise Grips would have the same effect as the tool above, wouldn't it?

Re: torsion bar removal tool #80955
06/28/08 11:37 PM
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NO vise grip teeth marks unless your replacing them with new ones or flipping the car.

Re: torsion bar removal tool [Re: earlybee] #80956
06/28/08 11:38 PM
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Why is that earlybee? What effect would teeth marks have?

Re: torsion bar removal tool #80957
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Well, the teeth marks cause fatigue cracks over time. You may get lucky for a while but the snap failure at any time will make you wiser if you live thru it.

Re: torsion bar removal tool #80958
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Scratches caused by tools etc cause stress marks that can cause failure. If the Vise grips don't leave marks then no harm done. Most tools do not have serations on them just flats to prevent scratches.

I never used a tool, ever. I always loosened the LCA and slid it back if the bar didn't come out on it's own. Many people don't clean the rear of the Tbar socket or release the Tbar completely by removeing the UCA stop. If you don't you will need the tool.

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