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snafua 02-04-2011 12:44 PM
replacing tow hook without removing torsion bar?
 
I have a very bent tow hook on my '79 SC . I was thinking of supporting the A Arm, removing the tow hook and replacing it, but am not sure this is safe with the torsion bar installed. Has anyone tried this? Thanks.

Trent

Rot 911 02-04-2011 12:57 PM
It is pretty soft metal. Just hammer it back out straight. Not like you won't bend it back down next time you go over a speed bump.

Flat6pac 02-04-2011 02:03 PM
You might prefer something like these, they just unbolt, the bars are not a concern. These are from mid 80s Carrera and for sale

Bruce
http://forums.pelicanparts.com/uploa...1296860564.jpg

JP911 02-04-2011 02:14 PM
You can unbolt the front covers/tow hooks without causing any issues with the torsion bars...as long as the car is up in the air.

scottb 02-04-2011 02:38 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by Rot 911 (Post 5827282)
It is pretty soft metal. Just hammer it back out straight. Not like you won't bend it back down next time you go over a speed bump.
I think I once used a large adjustable wrench. I closed the wrench down on to the bent part of the tow hook and just pulled it back into place. It wasn't difficult.


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