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Traction bars or traction bar kits—also called slapper bars or anti-hop bars—secure the axle against the frame, so all the power goes to the pavement instead.
Traction bars or traction bar kits—also called slapper bars or anti-hop bars—secure the axle against the frame, so all the power goes to the pavement instead.
Massive rear wheel torque can cause axle wrap, wheel hop, tire spin and leaf spring wind-up. For drag racers, this can spoil your burnouts and hard launches, and for heavy haulers, this can cause driveline vibration and poor handling. In both cases, you also run the risk of catastrophic damage.
Traction bars or traction bar kits—also called slapper bars or anti-hop bars—secure the axle against the frame, so all the power goes to the pavement instead.
Massive rear wheel torque can cause axle wrap, wheel hop, tire spin and leaf spring wind-up. For drag racers, this can spoil your burnouts and hard launches, and for heavy haulers, this can cause driveline vibration and poor handling. In both cases, you also run the risk of catastrophic damage.
Calvert Racing CalTracs Low Profile traction bars buy you more ground clearance under their pivot assemblies. Virtually identical to their standard setups, these low-profile CalTracs have one less hole of adjustment getting you extra clearance. Calvert Racing designed Low Pro systems for street-driven vehicles that want more clearance for everyday driving. Features include: * Complete bolt-on installation--no cutting, welding, or modifications to OEM suspension * Keeps axle from rotating, helping maintain pinion angle * Improves 60 ft. times * Full preload adjustability * Eliminates spring wrap-up * Powdercoated gloss black finish * Full-color installation guide * PSCA, NMCA, NHRA-approved
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$395.00
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$495.00
Calvert Racing CalTracs truck traction bars will get your vehicle hooking harder than ever! Whether you're drag racing, sled pulling, or just towing, these bars will help eliminate wheel hop in various conditions. With unsurpassed quality and craftsmanship, the innovative traction bars have often been imitated, but never duplicated. Calvert has spent years specializing in leaf spring traction enhancement, so whether you have a daily driver or an 8-second drag truck/car, CalTracs systems will outperform the rest. Features include: * Complete bolt-on installation--no cutting, welding, or modifications to OEM suspension * Keeps axle from rotating, helping maintain pinion angle * Improves 60 ft. times * Full preload adjustability * Eliminates spring wrap-up * Powdercoated gloss black finish
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$440.00
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$495.00
Eliminating wheel hop and tire chatter during acceleration is the primary role of the traction bar system. With modern big horsepower and large sticky tires the stock leaf spring suspension in the F150 is prone to providing considerable issues. Working in conjunction with the RideTech lowering system, RideTech Ford F150 traction bar kits eliminate these ill effects and provide hard launching, plus smooth and powerful acceleration both from a straight line and coming out of a corner. They require the complete rear Ridetech lowering system to be installed … and together will get your F150 planted and riding smooth and comfortable for the long haul.
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$875.00
Summit Racing™ traction bars will reduce wheel hop at launch so that you can get off the line quicker, and they look good doing it, too! They're constructed of heavy-gauge rectangular steel tubing and MIG-welded brackets for additional strength. Everything you need to install them is included for quick, painless installation.
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$66.99
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$67.99
Calvert Racing CalTracs drag profile traction bars will instantly get your vehicle launching faster. They keep the axle from trying to rotate with the torque, which maintains proper pinion angle for better tire grip (hooking). This will improve the 60 ft. times on your 1/4 mile runs. The talented folks at Calvert have been specializing in leaf spring traction enhancement for years, providing top-notch craftsmanship and continuous innovation that is often imitated, but never duplicated. Order the kit recommended for your vehicle. Features and specs: * Complete bolt-on installation--no cutting, welding, or modifications to OEM suspension * Full preload adjustability * Eliminates spring wrap-up * Powdercoated gloss black finish * Full color installation guide * PSCA, NMCA, NHRA-approved
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$395.00
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$440.00
QA1 rear anti-hop bars relocate the upper trailing arms to change the instant center of the rear suspension. This will improve the chassis reaction and increases forward bite and traction. The QA1 anti-hop bars are one of the most effective and easily installed traction improvements. Includes graphite/polyurethane bushings. We strongly recommend adjustable trailing arms for maximum adjustability and performance.
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$290.95
Improve traction without limiting wheel travel with BDS Recoil traction bar kits, made with heavy wall construction and internal compression springs that can be loaded or unloaded while installed on the vehicle to control axle wrap. They offer a full float design for bind-free performance and can be installed with a range of lift heights. BDS Recoil bars are fabricated from 2 in. O.D. x 3/16 in. wall steel tubing with a threaded bung welded in toward the axle and a CNC-machined end at the frame. Axle mount uses BDS's ultra-durable large-forged flex end and jam nut. Using a forged housing with large 1 1/4 in. x 12 threaded shank, a single sided snap ring, and a one-piece flex ball, the flex ends are capable of up to 15 degrees of misalignment in either direction. At the frame end the bar uses a durometer specific polyurethane bushing and free floats in the traction bar utilizing a pair of dual stage internal compression springs and UHMW polyurethane bearings. Choose the kit designed for your vehicle.
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$675.95
Whether you're cruising down the road or lighting up the tires at the track, Lakewood street and strip traction bars will give you all of the traction that you need. Designed for leaf spring suspensions, these bars increase your traction and eliminate wheel hop, while their rubber snubbers provide a better ride.
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$286.95
Riding on the reputation of their parts being bolt-on installations, they make sure that McGaughy's traction bars work hand-in-hand with necessary factory suspension components. McGaughy's suspension engineering capabilities are endless, and they continue to release the high-quality suspension parts that the public demands.
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$264.99
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$1,928.76
Designed to fit most leaf springs, Lakewood universal traction bars strengthen your rear suspension and reduce wheel hop. They are constructed of heavy-gauge rectangular steel tubing, and feature MIG-welded brackets for extra strength. Rubber snubbers, U-bolts, and installation hardware are included.
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$113.95
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$117.95
Designed to eliminate wheel hop and parts breakage, these coil spring traction bars from Competition Engineering will withstand increased power levels and improve drag-style launches in GM intermediates. Other features include 2 in. x 2 in. x .120 in. wall steel tubing construction for strength, threaded links for infinite adjustability, mandrel-formed brackets to ensure a perfect fit, and all necessary mounting hardware. They also come in your choice of a black powdercoated or triple chrome plated finishes.
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$377.99
While the stock rear suspension in your ride may be adequate for stock engines and street tires, it just isn't going to cut it when you increase horsepower. What you need is Competition Engineering's leaf spring traction bars. Perfect for stock eliminator and bracket cars, they eliminate wheel hop and improve traction by applying the force that normally produces unwanted axle rotation into a downward force, making the tires stick to the pavement. They're constructed from heavy-gauge 2 1/2 x 1 1/2 x .120 in. wall steel tubing, and are fixture-welded to ensure a perfect fit for each application. Plus, they will handle up to 450 tire-shredding horsepower and include all materials required for installation.
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$290.99
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$305.99
UMI Performance lift bars replace your stock rear control arms, adding tremendous track gains, while not affecting ride height and keeping ride quality at its best. These lift bars are designed to work with axle torque to load the chassis of the car, forcing the rear wheels downward, while pushing the tires into the ground for harder launches and improved 60 ft. times. These bars are designed to greatly improve traction and reduce unwanted wheel hop. Constructed from boxed mild steel tubing, they feature a 0.120 in. wall and 0.188 in. thick mounting plates and are completely CNC-machined for exact tolerances and a superb fit. These lift bars feature greasable Energy Suspension bushings that reduce bushing deflection but still make these arms 100 percent streetable. Each lift bar features the correct provisions for adding a stock or aftermarket sway bar. Sway bar holes are placed in the correct pattern to maintain the sway bar level with the rear-end. All sway bar holes are reinforced with a 0.120 in. thick steel sleeve wall, TIG-welded, and then sanded into place. The rear mounting brackets feature two settings that allow the lift bar to be lowered 2 in. or 3 in., depending upon user preference and the vehicle's suspension setup. These lift bars also correct lost geometry and instant center on a lowered vehicle. Add a set of our adjustable upper control arms for maximum rear suspension setup!
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$449.99
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$479.99
Scott Drake under ride traction bars are Traction Master originals. These steel and black powdercoated bars come with either polyurethane or rubber bushings to greatly reduce wheel hop and improve acceleration in your high-horsepower pony. Plus, they keep your rear springs from "unwrapping" during deceleration. Improve traction, braking, and overall performance with Scott Drake Traction Master under ride traction bars.
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$174.95
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$222.95
Stifflers Suspension long bar traction systems get you hooked up with power-to-the-ground performance. The systems feature extra-strong and stiff chromoly bars that are adjustable and equipped with high-strength rod ends to hold up against the most demanding conditions. Stifflers has developed a selection of systems to up the performance of your older or newer Ford F-150 truck. Stop spinning your wheels and get a grip with Stifflers long bar traction systems. Stifflers F-150 long bar traction systems offer: * Quicker weight transfer * Decrease 60 ft. times * Reduce wasted horsepower * More responsive and repeatable suspension tuning
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$524.00
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$589.95
BDS Suspension offers traction bars for a variety of applications, including many Chevy, GMC, Dodge, Ram, Ford, and Toyota vehicles from 1988 and up. Improve traction without limiting wheel travel with these kits, made with heavy-wall construction and internal compression springs that can be loaded or unloaded while installed on the vehicle to control axle wrap. They feature full float design for bind-free performance and can be installed with a range of lift heights. Additional details: * Fabricated from 2 in. O.D. x 3/16 in. wall steel tubing with a threaded bung welded in toward the axle and a CNC-machined end at the frame * Axle mount uses BDS's ultra-durable large-forged flex end and jam nut * Using a forged housing with large 1 1/4 in. x 12 threaded shank, a single-sided snap ring and 1-piece flex ball, the flex ends are capable of up to 15 degrees of misalignment in either direction * At the frame end, the bar uses a durometer-specific polyurethane bushing and free floats in the traction bar, utilizing a pair of dual-stage internal compression springs and UHMW polyurethane bearings * Adjustable axle wrap control using dual-stage resistance springs * Full floating traction bar design will not bind throughout the full range of wheel travel and/or hinder suspension articulation * Spring preload can be adjusted on the vehicle without disassembling the traction bar * Traction bar ends are greaseable and rebuildable * Mounting brackets are bolt-on, only requiring minor drilling for frame mount installation
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$904.90
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$969.90
The guys at Competition Engineering say these Slide-A-Link traction bars will cut half a tenth off of your 60 ft. times. The secret is their innovative telescoping design, which gives you two full inches of adjustability when setting pinion angle and spring preload. That gives you more control over front-end lift and weight transfer, so you can make quick, easy, on-car adjustments to track conditions. The bars come with special urethane bushings that store energy to prevent unloading between shifts, replacement lower axle mount pads, 1/2 in. U-bolts, aluminum front spring eye bushings, hardware, and complete instructions.
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$587.99
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$757.99
McGaughy's offers traction bar face plates for a variety of Chevrolet, Dodge, Ford, GMC, and Ram trucks. They're machined from aluminum with either a natural or black powdercoat finish with milled edges. Each pair of face plates comes with stainless steel hardware. Face plates fit these parts: 50018, 50716, 52018, 52318, 54318, 57218, 57295, 57219, and 57296.
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$752.99
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$785.99
Warrior Products rear torque bars are perfect for use for lifted and modified suspensions to help improve ride ability in both on and off-road conditions. The torque bars are designed to help prevent leaf spring deformation and possible breakage when climbing grades, under acceleration, or over uneven surfaces, especially when towing heavy loads. Simple to operate, with the pin installed in the torque bar will lock it in place. When the pin is removed, the suspension can be returned to standard operation. These heavy-duty steel torque bars are given a hammertone gray powdercoat finish for durability. They are available in fitment options to meet the needs of various make and model vehicles, including applications that are equipped with spring over suspensions.
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$396.99
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$411.99
Get a grip with Rough Country traction bar kits. These heavy-duty components help prevent wheel hop and axle wrap by aligning and stabilizing the rear axle geometry, allowing for full travel and articulation without binding. Once installed, they will prevent the type of movement and pinion angles that cause a loss of traction. Not just any bar can get the job done, which is why this ladder-bar design combines relentless strength with aggressive good looks. Beef up your vehicle's rear-end setup and be ready to face the gauntlet of off-road obstacles ahead of you with the Rough Country traction bars best suited for your application. More product features and items may include: * Durable rubber bushings and threaded adjustable Heim end for an easy installation and true adjustability * Fitment range from stock height up to 7 1/2 in. of lift depending on the kit chosen and application * Ideal for holding traction while towing or during quick acceleration * Laser-etched "RC" logo on mounting plates * Hardware kit with detailed instructions that include a list of components and torque specifications
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$299.95
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$499.95
UMI Performance GM F-Body leaf spring traction bars work to improve forward traction and reduce or eliminate wheel hop. These traction bars bolt to UMI leafs or factory leafs with no modification. Dramatically improve performance without cutting, welding. or back-halfing your car. The kits are paired with UMI 2624 front mount to further enhance performance and traction. The 2624 mount includes the popular "Herb Adams mod" to improve instant center location. The traction bars are available in a red or black powdercoat. Features and benefits: * Enhanced forward traction and less leaf spring wrap * Reduce or eliminate wheel hop * Delrin bushings provide low friction movement * Includes fabricated front mount with "Herb Adams mod" relocation * Heavy-duty fabricated mount replaces factory leaf spring plate that are commonly bent * Traction bar mount welded directly to plate versus bolt-on * Adjustable bar length to tune ride quality vs. response * Works great for road race, autocross, and drag racing * Race-proven performance
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$779.99
Tin Man Fabrication traction bars help keep your wheels on the ground for better traction. They control rear-end torque and stabilize suspension, particularly on race cars and 4WD vehicles. The center link is knurled and notched for hand or wrench adjustments, and the bars can be adjusted for minor pinion angle changes, as well as preloading the suspension for better traction. Tin Man Fabrication traction bars are now available to purchase in five different ways, priced accordingly: * For vehicles with no subframe connectors installed * For use with (previously purchased) Tin Man original subframe connectors * For use with Tin Man Gen II subframe connectors * Kit which includes Gen II subframe connectors and traction bars * Deluxe kit with Gen II subframe connectors, driveshaft loop, and traction bars
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$302.99
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$628.99
UMI Performance 1970-81 GM F-Body rear leaf spring traction bars are designed to enhance forward traction and reduce or eliminate wheel hop. These traction bars easily bolt onto UMI leafs or factory leafs without the need for modification. They are a simple yet effective way to improve performance without the need for cutting, welding, or back-halfing your car. (For even better performance, consider pairing them with UMI 2624 leaf spring front mounts.) Product details: * Enhanced forward traction and less leaf spring wrap * Reduce or eliminate wheel hop * Delrin© bushings provide low friction movement * Heavy-duty fabricated mount replaces factory leaf spring plate that are commonly bent * Traction bar mount welded directly to plate versus bolt-on * Adjustable bar length to tune ride quality vs. response * Works great for road race, autocross and drag racing * Race-proven
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$549.99
Summit has partnered with the new owners of Southside Machine to bring back the classic Southside Machine™ lift bars. These bolt on bars are famous for making a stock rear 4 link suspension hook and launch like an aftermarket 4-link car. The design of these lift bars stiffens the lower the rear lower control arm and lowers the mounting point to relocate the instant center further back in the car. This allows the rear suspension to separate on launch or acceleration and lift the car up which in turn pushes down on or plants the tire. These original-style bars are made with heavy gauge, boxed steel tubing that won't flex or bend, and they're black powdercoated to resist scratches, chips, rusting, and corrosion. Special Delrin bushings (included) help to reduce and eliminate twisting and bushing bind. Installation hardware is included.
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$248.99
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