Lift From Stock Torsion Bars

Started by Weldo, February 18, 2005, 08:20:06 PM

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Weldo

February 18, 2005, 08:20:06 PM
I heard that some of the GM trucks that run torsion bars could be adjusted to get an inch or 2 of lift on the front end from the bars, ya know just enough to level the truck.  Anybody know if the toyotas with torsions bars can benefit from a similar adjustment?
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KWP

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February 18, 2005, 08:32:02 PM
A buddy of mine lifted the front of his 87 runner by cranking the torsion bars up. I dont know exactly how much lift he gained though.hope this helps ya out :thumbs:
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February 18, 2005, 11:33:56 PM
the most i would crank it up is an inch, if that. it wont ride the same either. i have after market sway-a-way torsion bars in mine cranked up an inch an a quarter and it rides like :pokinit:.
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Weldo

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February 19, 2005, 06:08:55 AM
I guess cranking up the torsion bars makes the suspension a lot stiffer, huh?
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Fireimp141

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February 19, 2005, 12:06:06 PM
It changes the angle of ure a-arms and makes the ride not so fun, but i got some sway-a-ways and lifted mine about an inch
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February 19, 2005, 01:01:20 PM
Like others have said, about an inch, maybe 1.5.  Switch to manual hubs if you want to keep your CV boots for long.  Alternatively, you can go with ball joint spacers for 1.5 inch lift. 

For the best ride stick with the stock tbars.  Aftermarket bars will make your ride way too stiff and are only needed if you have a heavy bumper and winch.
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Weldo

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February 19, 2005, 03:59:43 PM
I see, thanks for the input!
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