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I have a 2000 V6 SINGLE CAB manual 4x4 and I can't for the life of me find a part number for the drivers side torsion bar. HEEEEEELP. It's bent and unless y'all have a way to straighten it I'm at a loss......... I really don't want to buy 3 different lengths to find out which one is right.
 
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Part number: 52106641AA

I don't see where they differentiate between body styles, or engine size for that matter...... Lots of folks list it, but, most say "out of stock"....... or 'call for availability'......
 
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Part number: 52106641AA

I don't see where they differentiate between body styles, or engine size for that matter...... Lots of folks list it, but, most say "out of stock"....... or 'call for availability'......
I found that part number as well, but I also found that part on a quad cab V8 which made me doubt it was right, I dunno. Might as well just buy all three off eBay and figure it out lol
 
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From what I can tell, there is a difference between left and right, but, it appears the use the same one regardless of engine, or cab configuration....... One place even had the motors listed..... everything from the six, to the 360.... same part.
 
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From what I can tell, there is a difference between left and right, but, it appears the use the same one regardless of engine, or cab configuration....... One place even had the motors listed..... everything from the six, to the 360.... same part.
Just called the local dealership and Charles says his book says that part is for an 04-09 Durango....... WTF!?!?!?
 
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Just called the local dealership and Charles says his book says that part is for an 04-09 Durango....... WTF!?!?!?
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From what I can tell, there is a difference between left and right, but, it appears the use the same one regardless of engine, or cab configuration....... One place even had the motors listed..... everything from the six, to the 360.... same part.
52106641AA Is what the dealer says is right but it's discontinued....... This is ridiculous.
 
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LKQ to the rescue. Should've started there. Free return shipping if it's not the right fit.
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60 bucks total? That's a good deal.
 
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I got the torsion bar but can't get everything to go back together now. Specifically the rear portion of the LCA will not go back far enough to slide the bolt through. FYI I can't get the front bolt out of the LCA because of the sway bar. Pics and video to follow.
 

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I got the torsion bar but can't get everything to go back together now. Specifically the rear portion of the LCA will not go back far enough to slide the bolt through. FYI I can't get the front bolt out of the LCA because of the sway bar. Pics and video to follow.
https://youtu.be/A-8hL-K536w

bump. Cuz I really need ideas
 


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