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Originally Posted by FrankT
Has anyone had any experience (good or bad) with a rear torsion tube replacement?
I have quotes from Stodard and GK Restorations, both very reputable shops, for $3-$5k using the correct frame bench to do the repair.
I was initially considering a DIY repair, but I'm afraid I might screw it up as the alignment is critical and the tolerances are very tight.
I've also found other shops that will do it for $1k (without a frame bench) but I might get what I pay for.
Should I bite the bullet and spend the $5k?
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I had this job done by Brace's Auto Body in Culver City, CA. The job was done on a frame bench - MANDATORY! - and to help with costs I removed the engine, transmission, rear suspension and brakes (including all lines), the clutch cable, heater boxes, etc. Be sure that whoever you interview is aware that they will have to remove the rear seat bottom sections, cut open the floor above both ends of the tube, in order to properly weld the tube ends all the way around. Measure three times, cut once. Measure three more times, weld once.
My car: '69 912 converted to 2.2L "E".
