[DML] Re: Un-Torsion Bar

["DMC Joe" <dmcjoe@xxxx>]

You are correct about the procedures for replacing the torsion bar except
that the T-panel does not have to be removed to replace the bar. When the
torsion bar fails it just breaks in half, nothing spectacular.

DMC Joe / De Lorean Services / <dmcjoe@xxxx>
Web Site: <http://www.deloreanservices.com>
----- Original Message -----
From: Gus Schlachter <gus@xxxx>
To: <dmcnews@xxxxxxxxxxx>
Sent: Monday, January 24, 2000 7:15 PM
Subject: [DML] Re: Un-Torsion Bar


> Michael,
>
> We have concensus, you have a shattered torsion bar. New ones are about
> $400 from Your Friendly Neighborhood Delorean Parts Supplier.
>
> The tough part is the install, as Burke mentioned. You have to torque the
> bar to attach it to the door, which is a complex and potentially dangerous
> procedure. Dangerous for the rear window, that is. You'd also need to
> remove the stainless roof panel. I'd tackle such a job if I had help, and
a
> few beers for courage. There was some info in the archives about it, and
> one of the DML members keeps info on it at his web site:
>
>
>
http://labwww.csv.cmich.edu/luke/auto/delorean/repair/torsionbaradjust.html
>
> Regardless of what you decide, I'd be fascinated to see photos of your
> now-destroyed torsion bar, since I've never seen one in such a state (and
> hopefully never will)! Good luck,
>
> Gus Schlachter
> Austin, TX
> VIN# 4695