Torsionn bar and ford key thread!
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Torsionn bar and ford key thread!
disclaimer...this info was compiled from FSC
CHEVY TORSION BAR CODES AND RATINGS:
15048307-LH (code XK) (Max torque 4553)
15048308-RH (code XK) (Max torque 4553)
15048309-LH (code XL) (Max torque 4626)
15048310-RH (code XL) (Max torque 4626)
15712407-LH (code WX) (Max torque 4863)
15712408-RH (code WX) (Max torque 4863)
15048311-LH (code XM) (Max torque 5638)
15048312-RH (code XM) (Max torque 5638)
15058267-LH (code YH) (Max torque 5913)
15058268-RH (code YH) (Max torque 5913)
15712409-LH (code WY) (Max torque 5913)
15712410-RH (code WY) (Max torque 5913)
15528957-LH (code GG) (Max torque 6709)
15528958-RH (code GG) (Max torque 6709)
15712411-LH (code WZ) (Max torque 7267)
15712412-RH (code WZ) (Max torque 7267)
15528963-LH (code GK) (Max torque 8615)
15528964-RH (code GK) (Max torque 8615)
15528965-LH (code GL) (Max torque 8782)
15528966-RH (code GL) (Max torque 8782)
15732338-LH (code XG) (Max torque 9054)
15732339-RH (code XG) (Max torque 9054)
15528959-LH (code GH) (Max torque 7161)
15528960-RH (code GH) (Max torque 7161)
_________________________________
Chevy GMC leveling ( about 2")
Here is the Ford key part number:
XL3Z5B328CA
A good place to get them is Ford Parts Online
**These keys work best on 1/2 tons
For the 3/4 ton trucks and above use the "green key" or the 1/2 Chevy key. 15592573 you can get them from GM Parts Direct
FAQ:
Q: That info you gave on the ford key and cranking the t-bars was great. Thanks. I have a question, when I want to the ford parts web site I entered the part # you gave and two parts came up and I wonder if you tell me which one I need. There was one for Expedition, Navigator 4wd '97-'02 AND F-150/250 4wd 97-04. If you can help me I'd really appreciate it.
Thank you.
A: It is the same part, it just goes on 2 different vechicals, it does not matter, they are one in the same
Q: If I use heavier torsion bars, do I have to use heavier keys on my 1/2 ton?
A: No, keep your 1/2 ton keys
Q: Can I use ford keys with heavier torsion bars?
A: Yes, put you will have steeper angles.
Q: Should I use ford keys for my 2500HD?
A: No, use the "green key" or the 1/2 Chevy key. 15592573 you can get them from GM Parts Direct
Q: Can I use ford torsion bars?
A:
Q: Can't I use a C-clamp instead of a puller like you have?
A: Yes, but I consider it to be more dangerous.
Q: How much lift can I get out of ford keys?
A: That really depends on your torsion bars, and how much you are willing to crank. It differs from .5" to 3" i personally only wanted to get my fender at 49" which is about 2"
Q: Will the ford keys work on a 88-98 truck?
A: Yes they will! We found this out after a brave member tried it successfully.
Q: Will the "green keys" from the 1/2 tons work on the 88-98 heavy duty trucks?
A: I think so, but I have never tired.
Q: How long does this install take?
A: Depending on how careful you are, cranking takes about 5 minutes, and the keys/bars take about 30-90 minutes
Q: Will my ride suffer?
A: Yes a little, ignore it
Q: What torsion bars do I have?
A: Read the tags under on the back of the bars then match them with the codes I have
CHEVY TORSION BAR CODES AND RATINGS:
15048307-LH (code XK) (Max torque 4553)
15048308-RH (code XK) (Max torque 4553)
15048309-LH (code XL) (Max torque 4626)
15048310-RH (code XL) (Max torque 4626)
15712407-LH (code WX) (Max torque 4863)
15712408-RH (code WX) (Max torque 4863)
15048311-LH (code XM) (Max torque 5638)
15048312-RH (code XM) (Max torque 5638)
15058267-LH (code YH) (Max torque 5913)
15058268-RH (code YH) (Max torque 5913)
15712409-LH (code WY) (Max torque 5913)
15712410-RH (code WY) (Max torque 5913)
15528957-LH (code GG) (Max torque 6709)
15528958-RH (code GG) (Max torque 6709)
15712411-LH (code WZ) (Max torque 7267)
15712412-RH (code WZ) (Max torque 7267)
15528963-LH (code GK) (Max torque 8615)
15528964-RH (code GK) (Max torque 8615)
15528965-LH (code GL) (Max torque 8782)
15528966-RH (code GL) (Max torque 8782)
15732338-LH (code XG) (Max torque 9054)
15732339-RH (code XG) (Max torque 9054)
15528959-LH (code GH) (Max torque 7161)
15528960-RH (code GH) (Max torque 7161)
_________________________________
Chevy GMC leveling ( about 2")
Here is the Ford key part number:
XL3Z5B328CA
A good place to get them is Ford Parts Online
**These keys work best on 1/2 tons
For the 3/4 ton trucks and above use the "green key" or the 1/2 Chevy key. 15592573 you can get them from GM Parts Direct
FAQ:
Q: That info you gave on the ford key and cranking the t-bars was great. Thanks. I have a question, when I want to the ford parts web site I entered the part # you gave and two parts came up and I wonder if you tell me which one I need. There was one for Expedition, Navigator 4wd '97-'02 AND F-150/250 4wd 97-04. If you can help me I'd really appreciate it.
Thank you.
A: It is the same part, it just goes on 2 different vechicals, it does not matter, they are one in the same
Q: If I use heavier torsion bars, do I have to use heavier keys on my 1/2 ton?
A: No, keep your 1/2 ton keys
Q: Can I use ford keys with heavier torsion bars?
A: Yes, put you will have steeper angles.
Q: Should I use ford keys for my 2500HD?
A: No, use the "green key" or the 1/2 Chevy key. 15592573 you can get them from GM Parts Direct
Q: Can I use ford torsion bars?
A:
Q: Can't I use a C-clamp instead of a puller like you have?
A: Yes, but I consider it to be more dangerous.
Q: How much lift can I get out of ford keys?
A: That really depends on your torsion bars, and how much you are willing to crank. It differs from .5" to 3" i personally only wanted to get my fender at 49" which is about 2"
Q: Will the ford keys work on a 88-98 truck?
A: Yes they will! We found this out after a brave member tried it successfully.
Q: Will the "green keys" from the 1/2 tons work on the 88-98 heavy duty trucks?
A: I think so, but I have never tired.
Q: How long does this install take?
A: Depending on how careful you are, cranking takes about 5 minutes, and the keys/bars take about 30-90 minutes
Q: Will my ride suffer?
A: Yes a little, ignore it
Q: What torsion bars do I have?
A: Read the tags under on the back of the bars then match them with the codes I have
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Also a reminder don't waste your money on so called "leveling kits". I see people buying these all the time for $60-100 and even more. They're just molded ford keys with new serial numbers stamped on them.
Ford keys are only like $20 a pop at www.fordpartsonline.com
Ford keys are only like $20 a pop at www.fordpartsonline.com
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From: in the Trans Am
Originally Posted by Visionxorb
Q: Can't I use a C-clamp instead of a puller like you have?
A: Yes, but I consider it to be more dangerous.
A: Yes, but I consider it to be more dangerous.
Originally Posted by 02-4.8
Also a reminder don't waste your money on so called "leveling kits". I see people buying these all the time for $60-100 and even more. They're just molded ford keys with new serial numbers stamped on them.
Ford keys are only like $20 a pop at www.fordpartsonline.com
Ford keys are only like $20 a pop at www.fordpartsonline.com
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From: Thousand Oaks, Ca
Originally Posted by styleandspeed
I think that this might need to be a sticky
So for say a 93 2500 you would want to use the Green Key # 15592573?
So for say a 93 2500 you would want to use the Green Key # 15592573?
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