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gearheadesw Senior Enthusiast

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If I get a heavy ass bumper and winch set up, can't I order the plow package torsion bars separately? If so, can somebody point me in the right direction, or is it a trip to under informed Dealership kid for snow plow bars, ( what? we're in Florida sir, can't get them here.... ) Can hear it already.

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revrnd Senior Enthusiast

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IMO, for the cost of the option I would just order it. I know you'll get some funny looks, but I bet it's cheaper that way rather than ordering the parts & having it installed. Window sticker price (in Canada) was $480. That also includes the 220 amp alternator & skid plate included.

8lugCT Enthusiast

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Torsion bars on a snow plow setup are different?

sdeeter19555 Senior Enthusiast

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Torsion bars on a snow plow setup are different?

From what I understand, yes....

 

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revrnd Senior Enthusiast

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Torsion bars on a snow plow setup are different?

Yes

VYU content:

roof lamp provisons (not U01 clearance lights)

HD front springs

+ 2 items mentioned in my previous post

revrnd Senior Enthusiast

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On my VYU equipped, '17 (gasser) the torsion bar codes are AA7 (LH) & AA8 (RH). Each bar has a label on it from the vendor.

gearheadesw Senior Enthusiast

gearheadesw

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Thanks for the replys, just looking for a heavier spring rate to support the extra weight of the bumper and winch combo coming up. I found diesel crew cab springs, 20883360 & 61 left and right, they should have a higher sprig rate, correct? Will they fit into my reg cab 4x4 gasser?

You guys always know, thanks.

revrnd Senior Enthusiast

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Yes, the torsion bars are physically the same & should fit. I'm thinking the amount of 'twist' (I'm not an expert on them) would be different.

gearheadesw Senior Enthusiast

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Thanks again for the info. I'm probably going to get these here in a little bit. I'll see if my stock bars can hack it, if not, then the other bars will get their chance.

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gearheadesw Senior Enthusiast

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Here's the bumper in question. Got impatient, installed it before buying a winch, doesn't really sag out the front, but i can feel it overwhelming the stock springs and shocks going down the road at speed. Still looking at these torsion bars and better shocks to help control the extra weight.

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gearheadesw Senior Enthusiast

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Now my stock tires look tiny, will have to change that also. Discount tire has 35 12.50 18 General gabbers for $199 a tire, think that's another deal I have to look into...

6" round fog lights are flying to me in the mail right now, install during the week, winch of choice has to wait, Warn Powerplant 12000, going to put something in in the meantime.

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Silverado4x4 Senior Enthusiast

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I wouldn't mess with other bars as your truck looks good sitting as is. If your not happy I would just crank your bars on there now about 3-4 equal turns and call it a day if you do crank them MAKE sure you jack the front wheels off the ground 1st before cranking, this relieves the stress on the threads while cranking.

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