\u00a9 2021 wikiHow, Inc. All rights reserved. • 1969 and later models (Things excluded) used 26 9/16” length torsion bars and were all IRS. To raise the chassis, rotate the spring plate down. We elected to use the torsion bars from Squareback, since they were 2mm (from memory) thicker than what I was using (factory type 1 bars). I have Baja Bug level sway away torsion bars to support the extra weight of the Subaru EJ20. This image is not<\/b> licensed under the Creative Commons license applied to text content and some other images posted to the wikiHow website. wikiHow, Inc. is the copyright holder of this image under U.S. and international copyright laws. Don’t test drive your vehicle until these measurements are even. Loosen the torsion bar adjusting bolt with the 1/2-inch ratchet and socket to lower the truck, and tighten the torsion bar to raise the front end. This image is not<\/b> licensed under the Creative Commons license applied to text content and some other images posted to the wikiHow website. Next, use a socket on a ratchet wrench to adjust the bolts on the torsion bar before checking if both wheel-to-fender gaps are even. wikiHow, Inc. is the copyright holder of this image under U.S. and international copyright laws. While many modern mechanics might be unfamiliar with torsion bars, the bars do allow for a degree of adjustment not present in many coil springs. By signing up you are agreeing to receive emails according to our privacy policy. This relieves the torsion bar of the weight, and makes it easier to turn the adjustment bolt. There are 16 references cited in this article, which can be found at the bottom of the page. The control arms connect the torsion bar to the wheels. If you drive a car or truck with differing wheel gaps, you could permanently damage or break the control arms and/or torsion bar. This image is not<\/b> licensed under the Creative Commons license applied to text content and some other images posted to the wikiHow website. wikiHow, Inc. is the copyright holder of this image under U.S. and international copyright laws. Tips & Warnings: The torsion bars carry the entire weight of the vehicle. Remove the fender. Every VW torsion bar (buses excluded) has 44 teeth (splines) on the outer end and 40 teeth on the inner end. Messages: 14 Likes Received: 11. Make sure to turn the bolt the same way on this side—clockwise to raise the vehicle or counterclockwise to lower it. Mounted crosswise and horizontal forward of the axles just under the back seat area of the floor pan. The torsion bars have an adjuster which allows control of the front end ride height without replacing any parts. This image is not<\/b> licensed under the Creative Commons license applied to text content and some other images posted to the wikiHow website. Lift up the front of the vehicle using the jack and secure it on jack stands. It is the angular distance between the lower stopper and the upper stopper. The alignment shop needs to adjust the front torsion bars to raise the front suspension (1 hour) and align the front end (1 hour). I am looking for input from anyone that has messed with their torsion bars. Replace the bushing in the spring plate. New Listing Torsion Bar Bushing-Arm Bushing Front Energy 15.3101G fits 1958 VW Beetle (Fits: Volkswagen) A four-wheel alignment is recommended, and a shop that has Eurovan experience is highly recommended. Thanks to all authors for creating a page that has been read 3,053 times. Unlike almost all other dirt track race cars, Sprint Cars depend on torsion bars to help control the suspension rather than coil springs. This image may not be used by other entities without the express written consent of wikiHow, Inc.
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