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Old 05-15-2007, 04:48 PM
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Anybody know off hand what size socket I need to adjust the torsion bars?
 
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i believe it's a 1 1/16 or a 1 1/8
 
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Anybody know off hand what size socket I need to adjust the torsion bars?
27mm socket
 
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Old 05-16-2007, 12:01 PM
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Most definitely a 1 - 1/16.
 
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I guess my memory isn't that bad after all
 
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Old 05-16-2007, 01:04 PM
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Most definitely a 1 - 1/16.
I second that. I carry it in the car with me just in case.
 
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Old 11-20-2008, 10:31 AM
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so to bring up the front end...do i tight clockwise on both sides on the vehicle and to lower counterclockwise?????
 
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Old 11-20-2008, 12:40 PM
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Righty tighty, lefty loosy. Clockwise raises, and vise versa. Torsion lift - Pics and How To
 
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Old 11-20-2008, 10:20 PM
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So, using this method to raise the front end a little doesn't mess anything up as far as handling or ride goes does it? Are we just making the truck look a little better or is there any other benefit if you don't plan to add larger tires at this time? Any adverse effect on MPG or anything?
 
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