Torsion Bars

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ATJaguarX

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I just purchased a 1988 GMC Jimmy 4x4. It has 151,000 miles on it. It's no Typhoon or Syclone. I just found out that the cv boots are torn and they need to be replaced, and perhaps even more. That's more then i can handle, but also found out that the torsion bar support mounts are busted. This i should be able to do, but I can't find the parts. They have been discontinued from the dealer as well. I would like to purchase new ones and I know they have to be out there somewhere. I don't want to pull them from the junkyard, but i will if i have to.
Also... does anyone work on these cars here in Illinois? I have some work that needs to be done on them and I hate paying Midas to fix it for me. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks!
 
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GM TURBO

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Torsion Bar Mount Part Numbers

GM #15958511
Moog #K6443
short studs Moog #K6485

For GM to say they are discontinued is BS. Give them the part number and they should have them - pretty common part. It will probably be cheaper to find the Moog ones - plus they have better construction.

Where in Illinois are you?
 
mrweelr

mrweelr

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Which Moog mounts should I get for my Syclone - Moog #K6443 or short studs #K6485? What's the difference?

Thanks,
Jeremy
 
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GM TURBO

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Well, the short studs make replacement MUCH easier in my opinion. What I have done in the past - before I knew of the short stud of which I haven't used yet - but will the next time - is hacked some of the length of the long stud kit off to make it easier to get into position.
 
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GM TURBO

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If you are in Joliet - you SHOULD be able to get them from Car Quest. As far as a shop in Joliet - I don't really know of any off the top of my head but I am sure there are good shops in that area.
 
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ATJaguarX

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I noticed that you are from Naperville. I am currently in Naperville (work). Do you know of any shops around here? If you have AOL Instant Messenger, please contact me. My ID is ATJaguarX.
 
7dhamper

7dhamper

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That part is not discontinued! It is still used today on the newer S-10 4X4's. In fact the whole frame has been the same since 81. they are $12.00 - $15.00 each new so don't be ripped off. Installation is easy and takes about an hour. While your at it you should re-index your adjuster keys for a 5-6 inch drop and get some 4 inch blocks for the back until you can afford to bag it with a 4 link.
 
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ATJaguarX

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"While your at it you should re-index your adjuster keys for a 5-6 inch drop and get some 4 inch blocks for the back until you can afford to bag it with a 4 link."

What? I'm sorry. You'll have to excuse me. I am new to this whole 4wd thing.
 
7dhamper

7dhamper

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You can find everything you'll wanna know about slamming a 4X4 Blazer, tucking 20's, laying the frame on the ground, even bagging it with the 4X4 stil in tact on:
http://www.BlazinLow.com
Check it out, that sight is full of slammers.
 
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