Torsion Bar Set – Porsche 914 (22mm Solid)
Performance & Fitment
- Application: Front Torsion Bar Set Diameter: 22mm (Extreme Competition / Heavy Conversion Grade) Type: Solid Spring Rate: Maximum performance increase (Approximately 4.5x the rate of factory 4-cylinder bars)
Porsche 914-4: 1970 through 1976
Porsche 914-6: 1970 through 1972
Note: This bar is intended for highly modified vehicles. It provides a massive leap in front-end stiffness compared to the factory 11mm–13mm bars.
Material: Solid 4340 aircraft-grade alloy steel, through-hardened to handle the immense torsional stress generated by a 22mm diameter.
Manufacturing: Centerless ground to a precise 22mm diameter, ensuring a perfectly linear spring rate and removing surface imperfections that could lead to stress fractures under racing loads.
Heat Treatment: Shot-peened and heat-treated to prevent "settling" and maintain a precise corner-balanced ride height.
Finish: Industrial-grade powder coating for maximum protection against corrosion and track-side debris.
Chassis Reinforcement Mandatory: A 22mm bar is rigid enough to potentially damage an unreinforced factory chassis. It is essential to reinforce the front torsion bar mounting points and A-arm bulkheads to prevent metal fatigue or structural failure.
System Balance: You must utilize very high-rate rear coil springs (typically 300+ lb/in) to balance the vehicle's handling. Using these with standard rear springs will make the car nearly impossible to turn (severe understeer).
Damping Requirements: Standard or even "Sport" street shocks are insufficient for this rate. Custom-valved racing dampers are required to control the rapid oscillation and prevent a dangerous "pogo" effect.
- Spline Care: Apply a generous layer of high-pressure waterproof grease to the splines during installation to prevent seizing and eliminate the "popping" noises common in high-rate torsion setups.
Premium Construction
⚠️ Critical Installation & Performance Notes
What’s Included
- (1) Pair of solid torsion bars
Warranty
Backed by a 1-year warranty for peace of mind.
3 in stock (can be backordered)