Re: [DML] Torsion Bar Issue

[DMCVIN6683 <dmcvin6683@xxxxxxxxx>]

I have seen a welded torsion bar fly apart like a gun fired at a tech 
session a year ago. Dont do it buy a new one or find a good used one.

Mark V




On Mar 22, 2005, at 9:48 AM, Bruce Benson wrote:

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>  It won't work. I'm not a metallurgist but I do know that the torsion 
> bars
> work because of the molecular structure of the bar. When you weld it 
> you
> change that. Right side bars are still available I belive.  Bite the 
> bullet
> and get a new one.
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> Bruce Benson
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>> Hi there,
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>> I was wondering if a torsion bar breaks, is it possible to have it
>> welded and work?  My RH Door Torsion Bar broke and I was able to have
>> it welded with lots of support around the break.  I haven't been able
>> to test it on the door yet, and I figured I'd ask before I do.  Has
>> anyone tried it before?  In my case it was a super clean break...but
>> if anyone has tried let me know.
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>> Thanks,
>>
>> Brandon
>> Vin 3323
>> Denver CO
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