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Old Jan 26, 2009 | 07:32 PM
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Will cranking my torsion bars 1/2-1 inch throw off my front end alignment alot? I just want it to sit level.
 
Old Jan 26, 2009 | 08:47 PM
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Default RE: Cranking torsion bars 0.5-1"

it will change the angles yes...but how much its hard to say. Most shops will check your alignment for free...its worth doing. I cranked mine 1.5' and did not need an alignment...but thats probably because it was off before the crank, just the other direction..
 
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2 full turns got me a 1/2 inch...That sound about right??
 
Old Jan 27, 2009 | 10:02 PM
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Yep. Its usually one full turn = .2-.25 inches.
 
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