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Lefty


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this is what the tool looks like in service manual

(long bar) called: Deck Lid Torque Rod Remover

 

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67 beaumont any one know where to get in canada hopefully thx



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http://canadianponcho.activeboard.com/t38877444/66-67-beaumontchevelle-trunk-rods/

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ordered from our sponsor nos thx anyway



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does anyone in van area have the tool for adjusting them ?



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okay what kind of tool arewe speaking about is this a major install



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I made up a piece of1/2" pipe about 6" long for getting the rods into the hooks on hinge brkt. worked great on the 64 Catalina & a 63 Impala!!! a LOT OF TENSION ON THEM & YOU DON'T WANT THEM "POPPING" OUT OF VISE GRIPS

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Here's a dealership Kent Moore tool on Ebay. Not sure how it works though

http://www.ebay.com/itm/KENT-MOORE-J-23990-Trunk-Rear-Deck-Lid-Torsion-Bar-Adjuster-Remover-SZ41-/220951702853?pt=Motors_Automotive_Tools&vxp=mtr&hash=item3371bf6d45#ht_2301wt_952



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I use a half inch deep socket with an extension bar on it, has always work well for me.

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