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Old 12-15-2004, 08:45 AM
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Where can Ifind Heavy Duty torsion bars to replace Jaguar bars provided with suspension?

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Hello Ted,

Here ya go:

Classic Jaguar torsion bars

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I am using these bars in a Cobra kit car with a 427. Gross weight is 2460#, probably 51/49 weight distribution. Current bars appear to be .825. What would you suggest/. I should probaly also upgrade the sway bar.

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Back atcha Ted,

Recommend you talk to Dan at Classic. He'll know heaps more than I would about these fine points!
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Ted,
I have a set of Contemporary 427 bars, I will make you a deal on.

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Sorry Ted, I just measured the bars. they are the same ones that
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