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Old 06-23-2013, 06:34 PM   #7
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Leann -

The torsion bars either work, or they don't. A coating of rust is to be expected, which is unsightly, but doesn't effect the function of the bars unless they break.

I have had only one experience with a TM dealer, now defunct, who was supposed to be able to fix torsion bars. It was several years ago, and it was a disaster - he caused a lot of damage, and never did get the job done. From this I conclude that not just any TM dealer can do it. I would have complete faith in the Car Show, though.

Before investing a lot of time and money, I might be tempted to back off all four adjustment bolts for the front shell, and insert a shim between the end of the bolt and the end of the torsion bar. I have not done it, but the shim in my mental picture is a small square piece (maybe 1" x 1"?) of 1/4 inch thick steel.

Just a thought - not guaranteed. But easy to try.

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