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Torsion bar install set up LD1953

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Torsion bar install set up LD1953

Postby jdevane5 » Mon Sep 21, 2020 8:30 pm

I am just starting to assemble the torsion bar and have done the usual, read the info on the forum and web...
I need a couple of questions answered as I can find nothing on the subject.

1.Should the torsion arm be exactly vertical when starting -Or does it not matter, its all about the preload?
2. Should the engine be sitting centrally between the bump stops as a starting point?

I get the 22 / 21 spline set up and the preload needed (about 9/9.5mm) however its working out the starting point.

Any help welcome, Thanks
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Re: Torsion bar install set up LD1953

Postby Rob Miller » Tue Sep 22, 2020 5:33 pm

The engine should be resting against the rear rubber bump stop as a start. It then follows that the suspension lever should be slightly clockwise of vertical to get your 5/16'' or 9 to 10mm of preload. You will need a preload tool to line the link up to insert the pin. Be very careful as it's too easy to snap an engine lug when tapping the pin in.
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Re: Torsion bar install set up LD1953

Postby jdevane5 » Thu Sep 24, 2020 1:15 pm

Thanks alot, got it sorted.

Its definitely a delicate operation, first time knocking the pin to engine in place -liner bearing was slightly off and then heard the noise of the bearing flying around my workshop!

Ordered the bushes via Rimini-Which is the way forward... bit of grease on the packing washers and pin, gentle tap with a nylon mallet sorted in with an eye on alignment.

Have to say this webpage really helped in the set up http://www.newtoyouhomes.com/jbsitefolder/LDtech.html
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