Best way to install torsion bars
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bigblk66_coronet
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and trans back in my 66 Coronet from the bottom. First time I've even done it this way. My question is when i go to put the torsion bars back in do i put them in before i reattach the upper ball joints or do they go in after i attach the upper ball joints.? Just need some pointers on how to go about this the right way. Thanks.
66 Dodge Coronet 500
440w/727
11:10 30 over 440 w/292 purple shaft,stock Eddy heads,3:23,full exhaust
Best ET. 12.38 @110 in street trim
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Re: Best way to install torsion bars
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DaveRS23
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Before.
You may need plenty of rotation on the forward socket in order to get the T'bar installed. Then you can simply use a floor jack to get the spindle into the top ball joint.
Another tip for torsion bars that fight you to get in or out is to get a 1" steel rope clamp and use it to hammer on when getting the T'bar into or out of place.
Last edited by DaveRS23; 05/02/23 07:48 PM.
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Re: Best way to install torsion bars
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Before.
You may need plenty of rotation on the forward socket in order to get the T'bar installed. Then you can simply use a floor jack to get the spindle into the top ball joint.
Another tip for torsion bars that fight you to get in or out is to get a 1" steel rope clamp and use it to hammer on when getting the T'bar into or out of place. I made this a while ago for torsion bar removal and installation, with a nice place to hit with a hammer or mallet. Works like a charm. Mike
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Re: Best way to install torsion bars
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bigblk66_coronet
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thanks man thats a huge help!
66 Dodge Coronet 500
440w/727
11:10 30 over 440 w/292 purple shaft,stock Eddy heads,3:23,full exhaust
Best ET. 12.38 @110 in street trim
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Re: Best way to install torsion bars
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05/04/23 02:21 PM
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Before.
You may need plenty of rotation on the forward socket in order to get the T'bar installed. Then you can simply use a floor jack to get the spindle into the top ball joint.
Another tip for torsion bars that fight you to get in or out is to get a 1" steel rope clamp and use it to hammer on when getting the T'bar into or out of place. I made this a while ago for torsion bar removal and installation, with a nice place to hit with a hammer or mallet. Works like a charm. Mike Here is a tool I purchased from Mancini to assist with torsion bar removal/install. Mancini Racing Torsion Bar Removal/Install Tool
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Re: Best way to install torsion bars
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05/04/23 08:02 PM
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DaveRS23
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Rope clamps are $7 or $8 a piece.
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