Torsion bar keys

DamianSolomon · October 8, 2002

I just read a message on torsion bar keys. From what I gather, if you put different keys on, you can raise your front end more. Is this true? Does only Ford offer these keys or do other offer these keys. Since they are Ford keys, will they fit a Chevy? If I were to order these keys, where would I order them and what exactly (description-wise) do I ask for, size, model # ? Also, what about the bumpstops? Usually the bumpstops are one of the limiting factors in torsion bar cranking, so would they need to be replaced with shorter ones?? Any info is much appreciated. Thanks

MarkD · October 8, 2002

Run a search for Ford Keys and you can get everything you would want to know. If you have heard of the "Hill Levelling kit", all it is is a pair of Ford Keys.

Ford-Hill comparo

Install

The part number for the Ford key is #XL3Z-5B328-CA You will need 2. They cost about $22 each.

elboberino · October 9, 2002

My cousin got a pair of these for his 2k silverado for about 35 bucks. Do you just order these from a ford dealership or is there a better online deal somewhere else. thanks

MarkD · October 9, 2002

I bought them at the local Ford dealer. I mentioned that they should be around $20 each before he quoted me a price.

elboberino · October 9, 2002

I bought them at the local Ford dealer.

Did you get keys for a 2002 Ford or does it not matter? Should I just give them the part number and not tell them I am putting them on a Chevy ? I see the part number up there and I wonder if those will work for the 99-02 silverados? ??? I am confused!

01_silverado · October 13, 2002

By lifting the front by 2 1/2 inches with the keys will this knock off the cv angles causing problems? How much of a lift are most of you putting in the rear for a good look with these keys?

Thanks

nonstop · October 15, 2002

Did you get keys for a 2002 Ford or does it not matter? Should I just give them the part number and not tell them I am putting them on a Chevy ? I see the part number up there and I wonder if those will work for the 99-02 silverados? I am confused!

just go in and spell off the part number to the parts guy.

By lifting the front by 2 1/2 inches with the keys will this knock off the cv angles causing problems? How much of a lift are most of you putting in the rear for a good look with these keys?

CV angles are fine, and I didn't put anything in the rear.

I used the keys to level the front to the back, for more of a truck look.

It also tends to squat in the rear when loaded, perhaps thats why the front is lower to begin with.

Worktruck · November 12, 2002

Just added the Ford keys to my 02 1500. WOW what a difference. Got it aligned today, good thing I didn't drive it to far. The caster and toe were out 1.5" each side. I am thinking about putting an extra leaf in the rear to keep it from squatting under load or when I tow. Does anyone have any suggestions? Thanks guys.

01_silverado · November 12, 2002

Just wondering how the install was. Did you do it yourself?

Let us know how the rear spring goes if you plan to install it.

Worktruck · November 12, 2002

Ya, did it myself in about an hour. By the way dont try it with a c clamp. Used a very heavy duty 9" clamp and bent the sh*t out of it. Used a 2 jaw gear puller, worked slick. This was the easiest 3" lift I ever installed. Been searching for a add a leaf type kit but it looks like they are for after it starts to sag. I was hoping for something that would lift matbe an inch or so and help lrom the get go. Not looking to make my lil' half ton a 3/4 ton but just make it look and act more like a truck.

DuckhunterInTN · November 13, 2002

Worktruck,

So, you added these keys to your 1995 truck? Were these the Ford keys? I never heard for sure whether they would fit an 88-98.

Worktruck · November 13, 2002

No its an 02 1500

DuckhunterInTN · November 14, 2002

I see. So you have a new bodystyle and then a 1995 for a work truck, too, eh?

Worktruck · November 14, 2002

No I never said I had a 95. Wish I did have a 95 for a worktruck, it would problably stand up to the abuse a little better.

DuckhunterInTN · November 14, 2002

Ok, I just got kinda "confursed" I was reading the thread about the zero rate springs and remembered your name and a 1995 truck (which was actually bulldogs) and got'em mixed up.