Torsion bar installation

[LaOutbackTrail]

Hey guys,

I just picked up the Ironman tbars. I've never really mucked about with tbars except for cranking them on the monty. I'm wondering if anyone has any advice or tips for removing the old and installing the new? The FSM is vague, to say the least.

Thanks in advance.

 

[LaOutbackTrail]

Much easier than anticipated.


And comparing the length and diameter difference.

These are the Ironman bars MITS019

 

[LaOutbackTrail]

So essentially the torsion bars are held in place by three bolts/nuts.

The adjustment side:


And the anchor side:


Line the flanges up via the mark on the flange and white paint on tbar.

I had the second side installed before breakfast. I still need to do the measurements to correct the ride height.

 

[jlocster]

Thanks for posting this, also looking forward to hearing your thoughts regarding how the Ironman springs ride compared to the stockers.

 

[LaOutbackTrail]

The ride is surprisingly supple. Much more so than the stock torsion bars. The FSM indicates that the adjustment bolt should have 3.15" or less of thread. So, I've started at 2.5". I'll consider cranking it more once I load the truck down for our upcoming trip.

 

[eurosonic]

so does it sit higher than stock?

 

[Mudrunner]

Man so much good stuff!!!

 

[Mudrunner]

I always like to keep an eye on what you guys do to your 2 and 2.5 gens, since the Sport actually has the same frame and undercarriage as those years. So thanks in advance!