Ford Keys & Torsion Bar Cranking/Replacing **TECH** - Page 6

Luke2kZ71 · 10-07-2003, 04:58 PM

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Originally posted by DarkEternal

But if this person only has 1 vehicle?

ask richard for a ride?

DarkEternal · 10-07-2003, 05:02 PM

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Originally posted by Luke2kZ71

ask richard for a ride?

It wont be happening here, actually in Mansfield, and I dont think ill hav a ride there.

JimWilson · 10-08-2003, 04:32 PM

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Originally posted by DarkEternal
But if this person only has 1 vehicle?

Tell one of your friends you'll buy him a cold one if he gives you a lift. Well, that would work with me anyway...

Luke2kZ71 · 10-08-2003, 09:12 PM

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Originally posted by DarkEternal

It wont be happening here, actually in Mansfield, and I dont think ill hav a ride there.

its yellow, it smells, rides bad, and is expensive! call a cab doofus!

DarkEternal · 10-08-2003, 09:30 PM

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Originally posted by Luke2kZ71

its yellow, it smells, rides bad, and is expensive! call a cab doofus!

your talking to a broke college student who is going to be well outside of any range a cab will want to drive for cheap.

JAYB1RD · 10-09-2003, 02:34 AM

great article! i only have one question.... can i or can't i put the ford keys in my OBS 1991 K1500? all these numbers and colors and descriptions have my mind going screwy :crazyi:

Luke2kZ71 · 10-10-2003, 02:05 PM

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Originally posted by DarkEternal

3) The torsion key swap is easy to do as well if you have the tools, 2 hrs MAX. Just be safe and think about what your doing. I would personally save the $100 and spend it on new shocks!

takes me 30 mins

Luke2kZ71 · 10-10-2003, 02:14 PM

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Originally posted by MrChester
great article! i only have one question.... can i or can't i put the ford keys in my OBS 1991 K1500? all these numbers and colors and descriptions have my mind going screwy :crazyi:

To be perfectly honest, i dont know what the ford keys will do to a OBS truck. i do know you use the same procedure in installation. I do know the torsion bar replacment will work. I think you are going to want to buy some of the aim keys.

DarkEternal · 10-10-2003, 05:23 PM

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Originally posted by Luke2kZ71

takes me 30 mins

I was saying 2 hrs MAX for a first timer. I can do it in about 30 min now also. 2 Hrs is allowing for problems like stuck bolts etc... and adjusting to get the 2 sides the right height (by driving around then measureing etc..)

Z71GMCSierra · 10-12-2003, 01:11 AM

Well, I got it done. Thanks guys. I'm glad I didn't pay that guy for doing that easy job. It took me 45minutes to do the key swap. And I love it the front sits a little higher than the back and I'm going to put a block in the back to to level it out. The only problem I had was when I was trying to get my first key out, so after I wiggled it around for 3minutes or so, I got pissed and yanked toward the front of the truck and I ripped a 3inch GASH in my darn thumb

I had to wrap a rag around it so I could finish the job and not be late picking my g\f up for our date

Luke2kZ71 · 10-12-2003, 10:00 AM

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Originally posted by Z71GMCSierra
Well, I got it done. Thanks guys. I'm glad I didn't pay that guy for doing that easy job. It took me 45minutes to do the key swap. And I love it the front sits a little higher than the back and I'm going to put a block in the back to to level it out. The only problem I had was when I was trying to get my first key out, so after I wiggled it around for 3minutes or so, I got pissed and yanked toward the front of the truck and I ripped a 3inch GASH in my darn thumb I had to wrap a rag around it so I could finish the job and not be late picking my g\f up for our date

thats no good, but im glad u got it down, send some pics

before and after

79k20 · 10-13-2003, 04:31 PM

Can these ford or chevy green keys work on a 01' 3500 hd? If i got the truck i would like a little bit of lift but not much as the truck would be towing a lot.

philsummers21 · 10-13-2003, 07:24 PM

Ok so let me get this straight. Ford Keys are just something that you use to "crank" your torsion bars to get more lift?

Z71GMCSierra · 10-13-2003, 07:27 PM

Yes, these keys allow more more cranking with less turns. You can install the keys and leave the bolts at factory specs and gain 1.5" roughly. Maxing out the bolts would gain you somewhere in the range of 2-3inches.

Luke2kZ71 · 10-14-2003, 12:08 PM

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Originally posted by 79k20
Can these ford or chevy green keys work on a 01' 3500 hd? If i got the truck i would like a little bit of lift but not much as the truck would be towing a lot.

Yes, the green keys would work and not affect towing

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Ok so let me get this straight. Ford Keys are just something that you use to "crank" your torsion bars to get more lift?

Yes, ford keys basically are indexed differntly... thus u can get more lift out of cranking

maxchevy2003 · 10-14-2003, 04:49 PM

Ok l am going to crank my torsions soon but a few questions first. lf l crank them up more than 1" should l replace the shocks and what kind of shock should l get? Or should l replace the keys that are there plus get new shocks? I had a 20031500 HD Crew Cab before this truck l raised it up about 1 1/2' everything seemed ok with stock shocks. So with this new truck 2004 2500 Crew Cab the bolts have been raised a couple of threads factory leaving alot to go up. What would you do if you were me. l only want couple inches out of the front. Plus a block in the back end what you recomend? Martin

Luke2kZ71 · 10-15-2003, 09:08 AM

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Originally posted by maxchevy2003
Ok l am going to crank my torsions soon but a few questions first. lf l crank them up more than 1" should l replace the shocks and what kind of shock should l get? Or should l replace the keys that are there plus get new shocks? I had a 20031500 HD Crew Cab before this truck l raised it up about 1 1/2' everything seemed ok with stock shocks. So with this new truck 2004 2500 Crew Cab the bolts have been raised a couple of threads factory leaving alot to go up. What would you do if you were me. l only want couple inches out of the front. Plus a block in the back end what you recomend? Martin

The shocks will be fine unless u go over 2" Depending on how/where you drive. you can either crank, or get the green keys, it is up to you dude.

maxchevy2003 · 10-15-2003, 03:53 PM

Luke changing to green keys will not make the ride any smooth will it? Also where can l fined out the exact block that is used in my 2004 2500 Crew Cab. So should l go what 1" bigger than the one there or 2" I was thinking raise the front 1 1/2 ' then add a 2" bigger block in the rear. Thanks Martin

Luke2kZ71 · 10-16-2003, 02:50 PM

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Originally posted by maxchevy2003
Luke changing to green keys will not make the ride any smooth will it? Also where can l fined out the exact block that is used in my 2004 2500 Crew Cab. So should l go what 1" bigger than the one there or 2" I was thinking raise the front 1 1/2 ' then add a 2" bigger block in the rear. Thanks Martin

It makes it ride worse, if have a stock 2" block. i only reccomend lifting the frotn level with the rear.... not actually trying to lift your truck like this.

J to the izA · 10-16-2003, 03:16 PM

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Originally posted by maxchevy2003
Luke changing to green keys will not make the ride any smooth will it? Also where can l fined out the exact block that is used in my 2004 2500 Crew Cab. So should l go what 1" bigger than the one there or 2" I was thinking raise the front 1 1/2 ' then add a 2" bigger block in the rear. Thanks Martin

well..........................you just might have trouble finding A block back there buddy ;)

hint---------they dont have one on 8 lug trucks

10-09-2003, 02:34 AM	#106
JAYB1RD Got Hummer? Status: Offline Join Date: Oct 2002 Member ID: 3013 Pics: My Gallery Location: Kalamazoo, MI Age: 24 Posts: 997	great article! i only have one question.... can i or can't i put the ford keys in my OBS 1991 K1500? all these numbers and colors and descriptions have my mind going screwy :crazyi: 2007 Hummer H3 - 33" Mickey MTZs, rock rails, brush guard & lights, Kenwood Excelon & Infinity Kappa sounds 1991 K1500 Sport for sale. All stock, very clean! New crate engine and new trans. 40k miles ago. Lots of other new parts. PM for more info.

10-13-2003, 04:31 PM	#112
79k20 Registered User Status: Offline Join Date: Aug 2002 Member ID: 2376 Pics: My Gallery Location: S.E. KS Age: 26 Posts: 95	Can these ford or chevy green keys work on a 01' 3500 hd? If i got the truck i would like a little bit of lift but not much as the truck would be towing a lot. SEAN

10-14-2003, 04:49 PM	#116
maxchevy2003 Registered User Status: Offline Join Date: Jan 2003 Member ID: 4243 Pics: My Gallery Location: canada Age: 43 Posts: 338	2004 2500 Crew Cab Ok l am going to crank my torsions soon but a few questions first. lf l crank them up more than 1" should l replace the shocks and what kind of shock should l get? Or should l replace the keys that are there plus get new shocks? I had a 20031500 HD Crew Cab before this truck l raised it up about 1 1/2' everything seemed ok with stock shocks. So with this new truck 2004 2500 Crew Cab the bolts have been raised a couple of threads factory leaving alot to go up. What would you do if you were me. l only want couple inches out of the front. Plus a block in the back end what you recomend? Martin

10-15-2003, 03:53 PM	#118
maxchevy2003 Registered User Status: Offline Join Date: Jan 2003 Member ID: 4243 Pics: My Gallery Location: canada Age: 43 Posts: 338	torsions Luke changing to green keys will not make the ride any smooth will it? Also where can l fined out the exact block that is used in my 2004 2500 Crew Cab. So should l go what 1" bigger than the one there or 2" I was thinking raise the front 1 1/2 ' then add a 2" bigger block in the rear. Thanks Martin

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10-12-2003, 01:11 AM	#110
Z71GMCSierra Registered User Status: Offline Join Date: Mar 2003 Member ID: 5007 Pics: My Gallery Location: Dothan Posts: 237	Well, I got it done. Thanks guys. I'm glad I didn't pay that guy for doing that easy job. It took me 45minutes to do the key swap. And I love it the front sits a little higher than the back and I'm going to put a block in the back to to level it out. The only problem I had was when I was trying to get my first key out, so after I wiggled it around for 3minutes or so, I got pissed and yanked toward the front of the truck and I ripped a 3inch GASH in my darn thumb I had to wrap a rag around it so I could finish the job and not be late picking my g\f up for our date

10-13-2003, 07:24 PM	#113
philsummers21 P-I-M-P Status: Offline Join Date: Aug 2003 Member ID: 8211 Pics: My Gallery Location: Casper, Wyoming Age: 26 Posts: 134	Ok so let me get this straight. Ford Keys are just something that you use to "crank" your torsion bars to get more lift?

10-13-2003, 07:27 PM	#114
Z71GMCSierra Registered User Status: Offline Join Date: Mar 2003 Member ID: 5007 Pics: My Gallery Location: Dothan Posts: 237	Yes, these keys allow more more cranking with less turns. You can install the keys and leave the bolts at factory specs and gain 1.5" roughly. Maxing out the bolts would gain you somewhere in the range of 2-3inches.