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Hood torsion bar problem/part needed


nbcbird

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I set a self-imposed deadline of the end of July to complete my 1971 2002 restoration.  The only problem remaining is the adjustment of the torsion bar for the hood.  The stopper (J-shaped plate) kept slipping and I inadvertently stripped the threads in the holder block.  The holders (part that positions the torsion bar and mounts into the side of the hood) on my car do not match any diagram on Realoem.  It is a two-piece assembly with a square aluminum block that has a slot and two threaded holes.  What is the chance that anyone has one (or two) of these blocks available?  Other option would be to have a machine shop make one out of steel.  I am really amazed how much torque the bar generates for operation.  Another question is the assembly of the nuts/washers/bolt that mount lever to the tab on the fender.  MIne had only two wavy washers/nut with the bolt, but Realoem shows several flat washers.  Anyone have some insight into this?  Will try to post some pics later.

 

Also have a parts wanted advert for the spring that mounts behind the door panel for the vent control knob.  Thanx everyone!

Torsion bar end holders.jpg

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When I put my car back together I discovered that there are 2 different torsion bars for the hood. The one you have shown in your pictures above and the one with cast end blocks. The torsion bars are specific to each one and are different lengths

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