Torsion Bar Cranking

[jethro_3]

The VHO is built on the SS platform which is a 4x4 frame. The '06 SS is now the same 2wd setup as the VHO was. The VHO is a strange setup and very few people really know what is hidden under its skin

[jeverett]

Originally Posted by jethro_3

The VHO is built on the SS platform which is a 4x4 frame. The '06 SS is now the same 2wd setup as the VHO was. The VHO is a strange setup and very few people really know what is hidden under its skin

I wish I did.....I'm trying to buy a house and cant afford one

[2004vho]

Yes, the SS Silverado has the same design as well. I only wanted 2 lower my ride like 1.5-2"....But you guys r saying that the Ford keys will ony RAISE our trucks huh?

[FiTxAg04]

Originally Posted by 2004vho

Yes, the SS Silverado has the same design as well. I only wanted 2 lower my ride like 1.5-2"....But you guys r saying that the Ford keys will ony RAISE our trucks huh?

Yeah all they'll do is raise it, they can't lower it. I had absolutely no idea that something called the "VHO" even existed until I read this thread. Pretty cool.

[jethro_3]

If you want to lower the front 1.5" - 2" just cut off one bumper off the bump stops and get some longer shackles. Then get a front end alignment. If you want more than 2" you can get keys that are degreed diferently but it would be better to get the new spindles and rear hangers.

I installed the shackles and turned my bars and am more than happy. You more than likely will need to shim the rear axle to prevent driveline shudder.

Good Luck.....

[rpbford36]

i recently bought a 99' f-150 4wd... i wanna raise the front end a lil bit by turning the tortion keys but i dont know if theyve been turned already and i dont want to over turn them... HELP

[j cAT]

Originally Posted by rpbford36

i recently bought a 99' f-150 4wd... i wanna raise the front end a lil bit by turning the tortion keys but i dont know if theyve been turned already and i dont want to over turn them... HELP

this is the silverado forum ...go to the ford 150 forum for your answer.

with a OEM manual with the chevrolet , there is a proceedure to adjust this to the spec.....

I raised my height to the point where the CV joints on the front axles were straight...then I checked the OEM spec for proper measurement and it was good..

once these have been adjusted after vehicle breakin they usually hold the position ,,,unlike the 2wd springs used on the trucks...

[rpbford36]

thanks

[semisendiz]

Great info guys. 2 questions:

1.- Are both bolts to be turned clockwise for raising front?

2.- Do torsion bars have bushings?

I ask this because I want to raise my front a bit, and also because they seem to be making this clunk noise everytime I start to accelerate or decelarete.

2001 Silverado 2500 HD 6.0L.

Thanks.

[j cAT]

Originally Posted by semisendiz

Great info guys. 2 questions:

1.- Are both bolts to be turned clockwise for raising front?

2.- Do torsion bars have bushings?

I ask this because I want to raise my front a bit, and also because they seem to be making this clunk noise everytime I start to accelerate or decelarete.

2001 Silverado 2500 HD 6.0L.

Thanks.

raise the front until the CV joints are straight...screw clockwise ..bunce the front end a few times with each turn...

clunking fwd/rev. is most likely the U joints better check them...

clunk on start from a stop like a red light is usually the transfercase fluid or the bushing...when checking the U joints check all this out..

[semisendiz]

"U" joints/bushing located @ ...? Not familiar with the setup, sry.

And transfer case fluid I did replace about a year ago., rechecked level afterwards. No leaks.

[j cAT]

Originally Posted by semisendiz

"U" joints/bushing located @ ...? Not familiar with the setup, sry.

And transfer case fluid I did replace about a year ago., rechecked level afterwards. No leaks.

what fluid in the transfercase ? what transfercase ? auto [push buttons] or manual shift lever ?

[semisendiz]

Doesn't the transfer case hold fluid?
Anyway, push button...

[j cAT]

Originally Posted by semisendiz

Doesn't the transfer case hold fluid?
Anyway, push button...

the transfercase with the auto push button 4wd switch takes TRAC II transfercase fluid available at the dealer...this is 2 qts and a couple of oz..when the fluid starts to go bad it sometimes causes a clunk on start from stop..the drive shaft does not slide as it should and you get the clunk...or the other as mentioned componets..

[semisendiz]

I know, that is why I mentioned that I had already replaced it, with no leaks and all...