So...I kinda like your video the best... most of the videos are shop techs with all the fancy tools..you throw on some coveralls never stop being a dad grunted groaned and made it a real deal video.. I think your video is super underrated and deserves about a million stars!! Well done sir thanks for the real DIY guy video... sweet ride
When I re-installed my key I had the front end off the ground so the suspension wasn't loaded as much. It made it easier on the tool. And I put in the adjuster bolt in before removing the tension from the tool. That way you only had to load it the one time with the tool and when you removed the tool the adjustment was already set. Of course with a 2 inch lift key I'm sure its stil going to be tougher than putting the stock one back in. Good job!
Kid cameos are the best, this was the most helpful video i have found of this, but i would have used that impact you had running the tool up in there, because im reckless
Thanks to your video!! I made one too once I’m done uploading it I’ll leave another comment, I got a lifehack using the torsion bar removal tool as a punch!!
Fyi Harbor Freight has a 1/2" Dr ratchet wrench with a telescoping handle. It works awesome for a bit longer handle for extra leverage. I use mine all the time but it doesn't break your wallet.
love the video, needed to know how to do this so i can put my torsion bars back in my 97. but please, do not hammer your socket. invest in a punch. makes things a lot easier. make sure it’s a flat head punch. just a tip, still a good video
The lift you’re not looking for in my case. My torsion bars are maxed out on my 2500 and it rides rougher than shit, I’m going back to oem keys. But I still want the nose level rather than pointing to the ground.
Yea I could have, not sure what circumstances kept me from doing so. After driving a little after job be sure to check your fender height from ground and adjust key as needed on each side.
Did you lift the front of the truck up first before trying to tighten the new one? Looks like maybe not. Mine was a lot easier once on the lift. Great video!
Clean the treads and other piece, apply milk base grease o. Threads. Use a combo square to figure out base line.raise circle on control arm to release tension and install clip and screw until it makes contact. Measure using small combo square and do the same to the otherside.
Unloading the torsion bar, seem to me this would be the way to go if I want to replace the ball joints. Makes it easier perhaps instead of placing a floor jacket under the a arm, safer I would guess, right? anybody know what I'm talking about here? need some comments, opinions.
I can't recall but anytime you make adjustments to your suspension like this you definitely want to get an alignment done to prolong the life of your tires.
