has anybody purchased Mazda torsion bars?

[pjtoledo]

are they really available? any wait time?

 

[sgtsandman]

I never had a Mazda. So no idea.

 

[ekrampitzjr]

I have access to the Mazda information, so on Monday, I'll check nationwide stock on Mazda torsion bars ZZP2-34-021 (left) and ZZP2-34-011 (right) and make sure they're good for a 2000 model (Mazda). Those part numbers came up in another recent thread for a 1998 Ranger. Ford has discontinued its part number F67Z-5B326-FA for the right side.

 

[ekrampitzjr]

Quick answer:

The Mazda part numbers for code 1 are the same for 2000 as for 1998. The part numbers above are confirmed to be code 1 (heaviest).

Nationwide Mazda has 2 of the right bar (-011 number) and 3 of the left (driver's side, -021 number) bar left in its warehouses. The 2 right bars, and 2 of the 3 left bars, are in a warehouse in Chicago. These parts are on "no longer available" status, so once they're gone, that's it. If you need them, see your friendly local Mazda dealer now.

 

[ekrampitzjr]

I checked the code F (next heaviest) and code B (lightest) bars. Mazda no longer has stock of either side for either code, so I won't bother to put in the part numbers. All of these are discontinued.

 

[ekrampitzjr]

Seems as though someone in the aftermarket ought to be able to step in and make new ones for these Rangers.

 

[19Walt93]

Is there a reason why you're looking for Mazda(rebadged Ford) torsion bars? We used to sell Ranger and Explorer parts to the local Mazda dealer- and they bought them because they could buy them from us at a markup and still pay less than getting them direct from Mazda. We also used to buy transfer case fluid for some awd cars from the Volvo dealer for $11/qt instead of paying Ford $42 for the same stuff.

 

[pjtoledo]

Ford is running out of their stock, I couldn't get both sides. Mazda isn't far behind.

 

[ekrampitzjr]

Is there a reason why you're looking for Mazda(rebadged Ford) torsion bars? We used to sell Ranger and Explorer parts to the local Mazda dealer- and they bought them because they could buy them from us at a markup and still pay less than getting them direct from Mazda. We also used to buy transfer case fluid for some awd cars from the Volvo dealer for $11/qt instead of paying Ford $42 for the same stuff.

Ford has no more of the right-side torsion bars. Mazda is the only source and has only 2 left.

I sent James Duff Inc. a query asking about whether that company would consider making new ones for the Ranger, maybe with the heavier Explorer diameter. Will let you know the response.

 

[09fx4guy]

Go figure, the one time in my life I am late for something. I've been to busy working and repairing my other vehicles to focus on my Ranger.

I'm going to try my luck at finding these. I can't for the life of me figure why Ford would only discontinue the passenger side #1 bar.

ekrampitzjr- Any word from James Duff?

 

[ekrampitzjr]

James Duff never responded to my question.

There has to be someone in the aftermarket making these. You'd think.

 

[ekrampitzjr]

09FX4, see if your Mazda dealer can check dealer stock nationwide using the right-side part number. Seems to me that's how someone here got one. I can't check dealers' stock, only Mazda's warehouses.

 

[09fx4guy]

I am going to do that first thing this morning. Will report back this evening.

 

[pjtoledo]

I bought a set in February from Mazda-parts.com they will want a Mazda VIN# to confirm correct part.
I had to Email and tell them it was for a different project and promise I wouldn't return them.
ZZP2-34-011 and ZZP2-34-021

I also wanted a set of lighter bars, they couldn't get them.

 

[09fx4guy]

Sadly they are nowhere to be found. I think enough people got the same idea.

Here's hoping the aftermarket will catch up and make a replacement. I would imagine with the MILLIONS of Rangers / Mazda B series sold over the years someone will step in.