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| There was no difference in ride quality. |
   
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1 | 12.50% |
| There was a slight effect on ride quality. |
  
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4 | 50.00% |
| There was a moderate effect on ride quality |
  
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1 | 12.50% |
| There was a significant effect on ride quality. |
  
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2 | 25.00% |
| There was a horrible effect on ride quality. |
  
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| Voters: 8. You may not vote on this poll | |||
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#1
03-06-2006, 10:26 AM
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Poll for effect of Ford Torsion Keys on ride quality
There are a ton of posts on the Ford KEys, but I'd like to see a consolidated summary of everyones thoughts, so I figured I'd post a poll.
I'm not sure if I'm creating the post properly, but on a scale of 1-5 with 1 being "no effect on ride quality" and 5 being "terrible effect on ride quality, please post your thoughts. Thanks guys.... 
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#2
03-06-2006, 03:54 PM
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Re: Poll for effect of Ford Torsion Keys on ride quality
C'mon guys...need some input!
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#3
03-06-2006, 04:21 PM
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Re: Poll for effect of Ford Torsion Keys on ride quality
It really firms up your suspension when you hit bumps and when you turn. I actually liked the ride better afterwards. It made it feel more like a 4wd. I just did mine within the past month so I have no long term info for you but you'll need an alignment afterwards for sure.
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#4
03-06-2006, 05:32 PM
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Re: Poll for effect of Ford Torsion Keys on ride quality
BIG improvement after I did my '04. Ride firmed up a little bit, but not even close to harsh. My truck corners a lot better due to less body roll. And you can't beat the look of a level 4x4!!!
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 2004 Chevy z71 BF Goodrich T/A KO 285/75/16s. Flowmaster 40 Series exhaust. K&N intake. Stull billet grille. F-150 torsion bar index keys. 800w stereo system.
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#5
03-06-2006, 05:42 PM
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Re: Poll for effect of Ford Torsion Keys on ride quality
There was minimal bad effects of the cranking in my case. In fact, it made it feel more stiff and reactive, less mushy, but definately in a good way. Corners much nicer than before. NO REGRETS. I have had mine cranked for about a year and wouldn't go back. Plus the truck looks much better levelled out.
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#6
03-06-2006, 09:29 PM
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Re: Poll for effect of Ford Torsion Keys on ride quality
Come on guys...I know there are more of you out there...
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03-07-2006, 08:46 PM
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Re: Poll for effect of Ford Torsion Keys on ride quality
I appreciate those who responded so far. I had a garage change my oil last night and got the guy to crank the bars a little. I noticed the same stiffness (a definite improvement in my opinion).
Anyway...hopefully more people will post. I'd like a pretty good response to get an overall feeling on this...
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2003 SILVERADO Z71 ECSB 5.3L - NELSON TUNED - YANK 2600 CONVERTER - DOUG THORLEY TRI-Y HEADERS - SPIN TECH MUFFLER - 224/224 .563/.563 112LSA CAM - TRUE FLOW AIR INTAKE SYSTEM - PORTED THROTTLE BODY - THROTTLE BODY BYPASS - LS1 ELECTRIC FANS - NELSON FAN HARNESS - 160° T-STAT - WALBRO FUEL PUMP - AMSOIL SYNTHETIC OIL - WWW.LS1TRUCK.COM
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#8
03-08-2006, 11:25 PM
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Re: Poll for effect of Ford Torsion Keys on ride quality
In my opinion, the added stiffness is a bonus. The truck corners much more like a car with less roll feel. You won't find many on this board that will argue with the added level feel/look as well. Personally, before I cranked my bars, I thought these things rode too much like a Cadillac, for whatever that is worth. But, I didn't want a Cadillac, I wanted a frickin truck.
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2000 Sierra SLT Z71 Chrome handles, wheel wells, bedrails, nerf bars, Genesis Roll-up cover, Sirius satellite, Cranked torsion bars, Toyo Open Country A/T's LT265/75/16
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#9
03-09-2006, 02:27 AM
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Re: Poll for effect of Ford Torsion Keys on ride quality
Installing the Ford keys improved the handling for sure. Much less roll and wallowing. Putting the Add-a-leaf in the rear didn't hurt anything either.
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 '99 Silverado LS stock 5.3L clear corner lights vent shades Ford torsion keys in front Tuff Country Add-A-Leaf
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#10
03-09-2006, 05:14 PM
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Re: Poll for effect of Ford Torsion Keys on ride quality
I didnt put in any ford keys yet(hopefully sometime in the summer or late spring i will) but i did crank my torsion bars a little bit. It stiffed up a bit but I only notice it because i take a really bumpy road to get to school. Nice handling tho.
Does anyone know if cars(sedans/vans/SUV) have torsion bars or is it only 4x4 trucks?
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#11
03-09-2006, 05:26 PM
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Re: Poll for effect of Ford Torsion Keys on ride quality
When my truck goes out of warrenty I will put the keys on my truck. What are the biggest size tires will i be able to fit once i put the key on. I have 17" rims
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#12
03-10-2006, 12:14 AM
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Re: Poll for effect of Ford Torsion Keys on ride quality
I put 285/70/17's on my truck. Also new procomp wheels.(17x9) I dont think I could go any bigger.
2005 Silverado ext. cab Z71 Joe P.S. John Deer tag, nice touch.
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#13
03-11-2006, 10:41 PM
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Re: Poll for effect of Ford Torsion Keys on ride quality
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NEW - 2004 Chevrolet Silverado 5.3L RCSB Z71 Hooker AeroChamber - Black Bear Tune - Welds - 33" Mickey Thompsons 01 Silverado 4.8L ECSB 4x4 True Flow - Magnaflow - Black Bear Tune - 35" BFG A/T - 4.56 Auburn SOLD 83 Sierra RCSB 2wd 350 Under construction
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03-12-2006, 01:11 AM
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Re: Poll for effect of Ford Torsion Keys on ride quality
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I'm running 265's. I'm sure I could run 285's no problem.
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'99 Silverado LS stock 5.3L clear corner lights vent shades Ford torsion keys in front Tuff Country Add-A-Leaf
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03-12-2006, 01:26 AM
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Re: Poll for effect of Ford Torsion Keys on ride quality
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I would love to install add-a-leafs on my truck but my concern is this...I've already cranked my bars to give me an extra 1.75" front end lift. I'm not so sure that I want to crank any higher to keep my suspension angles good.
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2004 Chevy z71 BF Goodrich T/A KO 285/75/16s. Flowmaster 40 Series exhaust. K&N intake. Stull billet grille. F-150 torsion bar index keys. 800w stereo system.
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