How do you adjust the tire on a torsion bar?
Search for the adjustment bolts on both sides of the torsion bar. Look closely to find a set of bolts on both sides. Use the bolt on the left to adjust the left tire, and tweak the rightmost bolt to make changes to the right tire.
Where are the torsion bar adjuster bolts located?
The torsion bar adjuster bolts are located under the truck near the frame rails about 10″ back from the transfer-case cross member. Spray the bolt threads with WD-40 or similar. If you have…
Can you put a wrench on a torsion bar?
You can put a wrench on the main nut while turning the bolt head but if it is hard to turn the bolt head it’s time to replace the main nut and bolt. Do the same adjustment to the other side of the truck. Turning the bolt the same number of times. Here you can click to see what a new set of bolts looks like. Old style (’86-’88) New style (’88-’95)
How big is a torsion bar on a truck?
The stock torsion bar is 22.8mm, heavy duty bars are available in 24mm and 26mm sizes. The 26mm size is the most common and is available from many offroad parts companies. ADJUSTING TORSION BARS Jack up the front of the truck at the front IFS cross member to get the wheels off the ground and to let the strain off the torsion bars.
How do you change the torsion bar on a Nissan?
Start by lifting the truck and placing it on a set of suitable jack stands and remove the front tires. I marked the original positions of the torsion bar adjusting bolts for reference, a white paint pen works well for this. Once they are marked it’s time to loosen and remove the adjuster lock nuts. PB blaster is your friend here.
Which is the front and rear torsion bar?
You might see both front and rear torsion bars beneath your vehicle. The front torsion bar is closest to the engine, and it’s what you’ll be adjusting. The front torsion bar has a small key in the center. This key helps the bar stay in place.
Is it safe to adjust suspension torsion bars?
Warning!: Suspension torsion bars are under stress and can contain a destructive amount of potential energy, be safe and use protective gear at all times while adjusting the torsion bars.
What to do about Nissan Hardbody suspension upgrade?
From here it’s only a matter of putting things back together. The knuckle will be put back in position, torque the ball joint nuts and install new cotterpins. Steering linkage will be reinstalled and torqued to proper spec. Sway bar links and related need to be reinstalled.