Where Are The Torsion Bars?
05-12-2008, 11:33 AM
#16
When I was restoring a 1973 914 2.0 the front right torsion bar had snapped in half. I got a used one for like $25 and replaced it. I have never heard of one breaking in a 944, but who knows....I`d say your car is sitting low in the back `cuz your rear shocks are toast. Just my opinion.
05-12-2008, 11:47 AM
#17
Nordschleife Master
Here is a great article about torsion bars (not Porsche related but relevant all the same)
http://www.offroad-tech.com/tech/tb401/
...and yes they do wear, just like coil or leaf springs.
...and +1^, a worn damper will not affect your ride height, they are only there to dampen the oscilations from your torsion bar or springs.
Mike
http://www.offroad-tech.com/tech/tb401/
...and yes they do wear, just like coil or leaf springs.
...and +1^, a worn damper will not affect your ride height, they are only there to dampen the oscilations from your torsion bar or springs.
Mike
