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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.

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