More torsion bar questions...

Okibonoe said
Hey there, 1st post, loooongtime lurker. Im putting together a different Mopar combo, and wanted some suggestions.

Im putting together a 73 Dart Sport with an inline turbo 4 cylinder, all stock pick-up points on the suspension. Most drag front suspension setups for A bodies are based around a 440 (620lbs ish) or a 360 (510lbs ish), in addition to a full sized radiator. My motor weighs around 300lbs, plus a half radiator, so there will be alot less weight off the front end. My guess is .810 torsion bars will be too stiff, so what do you guys think in terms of torsion bars and/or front end mods that would help storing up and transfering that weight and energy? Thanks in advance...

If it were me, I'd call a company called Firm Feel and ask to speak with Dick. He owns the company. I know they have their own torsion bars made. He may have what you need, or may be able to get something made for you.

And, you are correct in that a bigger (stiffer) torsion bar will make it harder to transfer weight. Shocks are of paramount importance as well, because the shock must control the motion of the spring. For most applications I think it's better to run a lighter spring rate and use the shock to control it, rather than a heavier spring rate and then force the shock to do something it's not designed for.

BTW...WELCOME.