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Loose fit on torsion bar spline

Posted: Fri Sep 07, 2012 11:47 pm
by don58van
Hi All

I have just disassembled the front suspension on my Traveller. On one side, the front arm is a bit loose on the spline. It can move perceptibly in all directions.
Should I be replacing the bar, the arm or both? Is one of the two more likely to have worn?
As far as I know, these parts aren't available new, so should I start hunting for s/h parts in good condition?
Cheers
Don

Re: Loose fit on torsion bar spline

Posted: Fri Sep 07, 2012 11:48 pm
by bmcecosse
Yes - I suggest you replace BOTH parts. Unusual problem I have to say!

Re: Loose fit on torsion bar spline

Posted: Sat Sep 08, 2012 8:08 am
by MarkyB
Unheard of in my experience.
Replace with parts from the same side as torsion bars settle over the years.