Lowering

3rd December 2010, 19:07

Hi to all
Within the next few weeks i should have my new 1.1 ltr saxo, im looking to lower it by 40mm, ive been told you need to turn over the torsion bar. dose anyone have more information on how this is done?

3rd December 2010, 19:12

That is not correct, that only applies to american cars like hotrods!

The torsion bars need to removed from the rear axle, then the height adjusted and the bars re-inserted. If you don't know this much i highly suggest you pay someone who knows what they are doing! And know they are doing it the correct way instead of the notch way.

Obviously you're pretty far from me but if you fancy a treck i'll do it for you.

3rd December 2010, 19:38

chears mate, ive looked up and researched, tht it has to be adjusted by notches. i know a guy from citroen who said he will help if nessercary cheers mate anyway.. :O

3rd December 2010, 19:42

Woooooah! DO NOT do it the notch way, thats the cowboy way and will create more work for you when the trailing arm bearings need replacing!

Remove the bars properly! Have a search on here, there's a wealth of information on how it should be done.

3rd December 2010, 19:46

+1 forget the click/notch way - take the bars out (big hammer and metal bar) and then raise the trailing arms to the right height - bars back in and jobs a good'en.

Torsion bars can be a pain if stuck but plenty of release spray (WD-40 or better) and plenty of muscle power andd you'll get there - or pay someone who's done it before to do it.

3rd December 2010, 19:56

Can't say i've ever seen one thats seized that much, plenty of elbow grease and the right tools.

Only think i use a hammer for on a torsion bar is to get the washers out and get the lower shock bolt out.

3rd December 2010, 20:03

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Originally Posted by KrisB

Can't say i've ever seen one thats seized that much, plenty of elbow grease and the right tools.

Only think i use a hammer for on a torsion bar is to get the washers out and get the lower shock bolt out.

Wish you'd been in my garage Tuesday and Wednesday of this week - both bars really, really stuck in - plenty of swearing and whacking and eventually got them loose - even the washers were reluctant to let go of the bar ends - almost rusted in place

3rd December 2010, 20:07

Ahhh, thats the tools. I've got a puller i had made years ago with interchangable tips, not broken a single tip for about 6 months now. Must of done at least 100 torsion bars by now with it.

3rd December 2010, 20:12

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Originally Posted by KrisB

Ahhh, thats the tools. I've got a puller i had made years ago with interchangable tips, not broken a single tip for about 6 months now. Must of done at least 100 torsion bars by now with it.

Yes sounds like the right tool for the job - not in a hurry to do it again mind.

We tried the bolt in the end with a washer and bit of tube method (poor man's puller) and after snapping three bolts we upgraded to a better quality bolt but still couldn't get them to budge. 20mm bar against a bolt in flush in the end (to protect the thread and make sure you get the right end) and big hammer managed to free them eventually

3rd December 2010, 21:23

what is the notch way only see it done with moving the trailing arm and don't get what you mean by notching ? lol

3rd December 2010, 21:34

thanks for the help i just aint really understanding how its done. steps could be handy
and what size mm??

3rd December 2010, 21:42

I followed this guide and it worked for me (with the exception of the sticking torsion bars)>>

http://www.suzukituning.com/PSA/Susp..._category_id=2

Also worth noting that the waskers it talks about are off-centre holes - which means that you have to slide the washer before trying to take it out - you can see when you've cleaned the crap off it which direction to slide it in.

Lower the rear from 25cm to 21cm giving you a 40mm drop with matching front springs she sits right without being too extreme IMO (see the photos in my progress thread "French Kissing" to get an idea of what it'll look like)

3rd December 2010, 21:52

go on everyone,do it by the notch method, i could do with selling a few axles lol, seriously follow krisb's advice, read the guides and if it all appears slightly puzzling to you, book it in with someone who knows what they are doing!

3rd December 2010, 21:58

is there anyone thatll do this in the southwest region?

3rd December 2010, 22:05

I'm souteast, near Gatwick... worth the drive though and can fit in lowering most of the time.

3rd December 2010, 22:07

hmm tempted, how longs the job mate and at what cost?

3rd December 2010, 22:47

Guaranteed to be done in 3 hours and £90.

Kris

3rd December 2010, 22:52

check this out
http://www.saxperience.com/forum/sho...d.php?t=350223
lol only joking mate kris is worth a journey mate and is good at the job,
hopefully going there sunday