torsion bar specs.

[74charger07ram]

On my 74 Charger the left hand (drivers) side torsion bar has a bow to it. It is hard to see if you are looking down it but I put it on a cement slab and there is a 0.90 bow. I know there is some tolerance because of the flats and all but I need to know if this bar is any good. It is from a 318 car. Thanks for the help.

[68CoronetRT]

I dont think you should see a bow. You should see a "twist" from the 2 hexes. If the bars are bowing then they are just sagging and should be replaced.

[HPP]

Ideally, no, you don't want to use a damage t-bar. However, odds are that bar was bent many moons ago and driven without issue for years. Since the spring in it is supplied via twisting, the bow may create a binding this twist. Would I continue to use it, no, but I also think the original bars were too soft and should be stepped up anyway. I'd recommend a 1" unit from Firm Feel or Just Suspension.

[74charger07ram]

Thanks for the info. I was trying to save some money on this project but at the same tine I want to do it right and safe.

[HPP]

You could use the originals as a stop gap to keep progress moving forward, but I'd plan on replacing it in the future.