trunk lid torsion bars removal

[username]

As the title says how does one go about removing or at least detensioning the torsion bars for the trunk lid?

 

[Bonnewagon]

Book says to use a vice-grips and long handled screwdriver. Prop trunk lid open so as not to fall on your head. Grab the shaft with the vice-grips and use the screwdriver to pry the adjustment end out of the grooves to readjust tension or remove.

 

[username]

so nothing exotic just good ole man handling huh? Have you ever tried it? I guess the book says to use a long handled tool so you dont pinch your digits :lol:

 

[Bonnewagon]

Funny thing is older manuals say to use the special long handled tool with great leverage, yet the 83' book I have says screwdriver- go figure. I've done it- be carefull- lots of stored energy in those rods. My Firebirds had the rod welded to the body- not good. At least these are removable.

 

[username]

Thanks for the input Bonnewagon