Preload - removing K1500 Lower Control Arms

[Bodageta1995]

I would like to know if it’s really necessary to remove preload using a tool at the torsion key when removing lowers stamped 1995 K1500 control arms? I’m doing a full bushing and ball joint and bearing and cvj replacement. I would think that if it’s in the air and not loaded and the upper arm/knuckle removed then it’s unloaded so a tool isn’t needed. I’m really wondering if I need to order a tool before I start? I’ve read the cheaper torsion bar preload tools don’t work well. Any info from experience would be appreciated!

 

[evilunclegrimace]

You most defiantly need the tool.

 

[Bodageta1995]

Thanks

 

[Cokeman95]

You most defiantly need the tool.

Agreed.

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[evilunclegrimace]

I would like to know if it’s really necessary to remove preload using a tool at the torsion key when removing lowers stamped 1995 K1500 control arms? I’m doing a full bushing and ball joint and bearing and cvj replacement. I would think that if it’s in the air and not loaded and the upper arm/knuckle removed then it’s unloaded so a tool isn’t needed. I’m really wondering if I need to order a tool before I start? I’ve read the cheaper torsion bar preload tools don’t work well. Any info from experience would be appreciated!

Make sure you mark your TB's left and right. I also mark mine so that they go back in with the same end forward.

 

[Bodageta1995]

Ok. Thanks for the tip. I wouldn’t have thought of that.