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Torsion bar replacement

Discussion in 'Trucks [ Eighteen Wheelers ]' started by colorado18spd, Mar 13, 2016.

  1. Mar 13, 2016 #1
    colorado18spd

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    I take it it's straight forward just remove bolts? Will I need an alignment after the installation.
     
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  3. Mar 13, 2016 #2
    AModelCat

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    Suspension?
     
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  4. Mar 13, 2016 #3
    colorado18spd

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    Torque arms at the rear diff's the rubber is almost gone. Picked up 2 today they're no longer made from rubber made of polyurethane.
     
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  5. Mar 13, 2016 #4
    blairandgretchen

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    Yes - what truck and suspension are we talking?

    Buddy bought 2 arms for AG 380 KW for $300, I think.
     
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  7. Mar 13, 2016 #5
    colorado18spd

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    2000 Volvo 610, cost me $283 with tax, once the dealership was cheaper than online or Napa. So just remove bolts?
     
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  8. Mar 14, 2016 #6
    boneebone

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    Yes just R&R, no Alignment needed.
     
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  9. Mar 14, 2016 #7
    59MackB61

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    Make sure to proper torque and right hardware to prevent coming loose.
     
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  10. Mar 14, 2016 #8
    colorado18spd

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    I'm gonna have to find how many foot pounds of torque.
     
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  11. Mar 17, 2016 #9
    59MackB61

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    Just look up bolt grade and diameter and you will be fine. Make sure if it calls for a grade 8 bolt you use grade 8 nut and washers. I have seen folks use single grade nuts with grade 8 or 5 bolts and then wheen they go to torque them the strip or the washer crushes and loosens up over time.
     
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