How-To: T-bar Crank - DISCUSSION
#113
I would think that the spring over axle kit would be way too high for just a torsion crank/ keys. That gives you ~5in of lift in the back.
#115
I agree, if chassis ride height is out of specs it will cause excessive wear to all 4 ball joints, both outer tie rod ends, all 4 CV joints, and all of the universal joints.
Front chassis ride height is the vertical distance between the lower-most inboard point of the steering knuckle, nearest the ball joint, to the centerline of the lower control arm pivot bolt. Ride height is checked and adjusted when the vehicle is on a level surface.
Factory specifications are as follows:
1996 & newer:
4WD (except ZR2) = 4.6” to 5.0” (desired spec is 4.8”)
4WD ZR2 = 4.6” to 5.2” (desired spec is 4.9”)
Front chassis ride height is the vertical distance between the lower-most inboard point of the steering knuckle, nearest the ball joint, to the centerline of the lower control arm pivot bolt. Ride height is checked and adjusted when the vehicle is on a level surface.
Factory specifications are as follows:
1996 & newer:
4WD (except ZR2) = 4.6” to 5.0” (desired spec is 4.8”)
4WD ZR2 = 4.6” to 5.2” (desired spec is 4.9”)
#116
don't forget about the hubs. since the cv angles are so bad wheel bearings go out just as fast as everything else. I've replaced my hubs and CV axles 3 times in a little over a year. Replaced two tie rods on one side, one on the other, and replaced all of my ball joints. (Upper right twice). Not to mention your camber will always be negative tires will wear unevenly. kills your control arm bushings and front shocks. A lot of things can get messed up cranking torsion bars. Its such a terrible suspension setup imo.
#118
What about after market torsion keys that are supose to to give like a 3-4" lift are those any better on parts or worse? What's the best way to lift that's easy on the pocket and not body lift I don't wanna look at the frame anymore then shows already ..... thanks
#120
What about after market torsion keys that are supose to to give like a 3-4" lift are those any better on parts or worse? What's the best way to lift that's easy on the pocket and not body lift I don't wanna look at the frame anymore then shows already ..... thanks