Torsion Bar Adjusment
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Torsion Bar Adjusment JParrott 09-01-2004, 10:59 AM
I've got the Haynes manual for my 2000 Blazer 4dr LS 4WD w/75,000 miles and was looking for the adjustments for the torsion bars. My Blazer has a somewhat noticeable lean on the drivers side and I'm hoping this'll correct it. The ride has also went to crap over the last 6-8 months and I really don't believe the shocks (bilsteins) have worn out yet. The rear springs are fine but she seems to lean more and have alot more slop over rougher roads. I haven't ever messed with torsion bars but I've heard alot of guys cranking them down to get s small "lift" out of it, though you run the risk of to much and possibly breaking them. The manual says no more than 1/4" of space between the bar and the rear plate. 1st: Has anyone else had this problem or know of someone who has. 2nd: Does anyone have better specs for adjustment (i.e. actual height of the suspension/body/frame?) If there's any precautions I should know about, please fill me in. I've done a search of the forums but didn't find anything posted yet. BlazerLT 09-01-2004, 03:56 PM Ok, here is some things to look into. 1.) Look at the torsion bar cross member mounts and see if they have gone bad. 2.) Have you taken a look at your stabilizer bar end links and sway bar bushings yet? metallica21156 09-02-2004, 09:57 PM i want to lower the front end of my blazer. i've heard that adjusting the torsion bars will lower it. what are the steps to do that? BlazerLT 09-03-2004, 11:54 AM Best to get the proper belltech key kit instead of hacking to drop the truck. Look online. Related Links Enter the largest automotive community on the planet! |