Rear Torsion Rods

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  • 22nd August 2018 at 12:50 am #23714
    Christopher Smith
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      Having real difficulty getting the torsion rods out of the centre locking piec Is there a trick to this . I am in Auckland New Zealand and do not access to a lock block to attach to the rods and then knock them out .. Is ther a nother way to do this?? Chris

      22nd August 2018 at 9:31 am #23718
      Bernie
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        Chris,

        They can be stubborn, even with the knocking block, and I have no experience of any other method.  That “tool” designed to ensure the bars are not damaged when they are gripped so be very careful if you do try any other way of holding them.  That said, they are only two rectangular blocks and a couple of bolts and the dimensions are in the manual so any half-decent workshop could make a set for you.

        You might make the job a little easier by a liberal application of WD40 (other similar penetrants are available) and allowing it to soak in for a day or so.   It will also help to remove any torsional load on the bar – i.e. remove the rear wheels (if you have not already done so) and support the rear hub at such a height that the torsion bar is totally free of any load.

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        27th August 2018 at 7:58 pm #23732
        Christopher Smith
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          Thanks   Bernie I did manage to track down the  right block thingie  and  used  after  an overnight soak with  WD 40  . Out in two minutes!  Now  to  replace the floor !! Chris

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