| Torsion Adjustment Arm [message #121486] |
Sun, 10 April 2011 22:44  |
thorndike
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Now that I am back working on my GMC (gas prices be damned), I have another question.
As I was attempting to install my new stabilizer bar bushings, I noticed what I believe is an issue with the Torsion Adjustment Arms. On one of the arms, the adjustment bolt was extended about 2" below the bottom of the frame, while the other was not. I am assuming that this is an issue that could have added to the steering problems that I had when bringing the coach back from Az.
A quick education on this topic would be GREATLY appreciated.
As usual, THANKS!
Bob
Robert Peesel
1976 Royale 26'
Side Dry Bath
Conifer, Colorado
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| Re: Torsion Adjustment Arm [message #121499 is a reply to message #121486] |
Mon, 11 April 2011 05:18  |
Rick Williams
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Bob
My coach was that way when I bought it. As it turned out, the ride height was correct but the weight on the passenger side front wheel was 700 lbs more than the drivers side. There is a lot of interaction between the torsion bars and the rear air bags. The best way to set up the ride height is to have a set of scales to measure the weight on the front wheels while adjusting for height. I see from another post of yours that you are planning to attend Bean Station. Last year, Ken Burton brought a set of scales and helped people set ride height. Hopefully he will be attending again this year. That would be the best way for you to learn how it is done and receive some fine assistance as well. Be prepared to get dirty yourself.
Rick
Rick Williams
Bliss, Michigan
1978 Eleganza II
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| Re: Torsion Adjustment Arm [message #121507 is a reply to message #121499] |
Mon, 11 April 2011 08:51 |
thorndike
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Thanks for the information. I will not touch it for now.
As to getting dirty, THAT is not a problem!
Bob
Robert Peesel
1976 Royale 26'
Side Dry Bath
Conifer, Colorado
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| Re: Torsion Adjustment Arm [message #121517 is a reply to message #121507] |
Mon, 11 April 2011 09:59 |
Ken Burton
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I expect to be transporting an engine, trans, and final drive to BS in my pickup truck. I'll try to remember to bring my scales. If someone wants to send me a gentle reminder at the beginning of that week I'll not be offended.
Ken B.
Ken Burton - N9KB
76 Palm Beach
Hebron, Indiana
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| Re: Torsion Adjustment Arm [message #121964 is a reply to message #121486] |
Fri, 15 April 2011 22:04 |
Bob de Kruyff
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| thorndike wrote on Sun, 10 April 2011 21:44 |
Now that I am back working on my GMC (gas prices be damned), I have another question.
As I was attempting to install my new stabilizer bar bushings, I noticed what I believe is an issue with the Torsion Adjustment Arms. On one of the arms, the adjustment bolt was extended about 2" below the bottom of the frame, while the other was not. I am assuming that this is an issue that could have added to the steering problems that I had when bringing the coach back from Az.
A quick education on this topic would be GREATLY appreciated.
As usual, THANKS!
Bob
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I think my previous reply didn't post but be sure that one or another front torsion bar is not compensating for an incorrectly adjusted rear suspension--in effect creating a diagonal pogo stick effect. You need to measure each corner weight to make sure all 6 wheels are applying a balanced force to the ground.
Bob de Kruyff
78 Eleganza
Chandler, AZ
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