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JeeJeeJason
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 Posted: Wed Jul 23, 2014 12:28 pm Post subject: Torsion bar length |
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Hey all -
I've tried searching on here for this information but seems like the specifics aren't around yet. So, I'm asking what the length on a 1970 square stock torsion bar is?
Thinking about buying some adjustable rear spring plates and not sure if these are the right fit or not. Google doesn't really give me specifics either, so hoping someone can chime in here.
https://www.doghouserepair.com/store/item/8733/17-...-irs-empi/
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JeeJeeJason
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Alright, found this online which answers my question. If anyone can confirm if it's accurate that would be awesome.
http://vw.zenseeker.net/Wheels-TorsionBars.htm
Type 3 all 26 9/16” 23.5 mm 23 1/2 |
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Mike Fisher
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Squarebacks had thicker diameter torsion bars than the others for heavier loads.
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SA and IRS had different lengths. IRS is longer.
don't know the measurements off the top of my head.
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JeeJeeJason
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| Bentley shows a slightly different number than this so I wasn't sure originally but for future readers 26 9/16 IRS will work on 70's T3's |
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