Traction Bars
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Traction Bars
I am experiencing wheel hop when I get my tires loose and I am looking into putting some traction bars on her. What is everyones opinions on the super-trac traction bars from superlift, or is there something better. Im looking for function not looks.
1995 F-150 4x4 Short bed/reg. cab
4.9l 5sp tranny
6" skyjacker suspension lift
4.56 gears front and back
1995 F-150 4x4 Short bed/reg. cab
4.9l 5sp tranny
6" skyjacker suspension lift
4.56 gears front and back
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If you are looking for function then you may consider something other that a bar that is rigid mounted on both ends. Rigid mounts on both ends will limit axle articulation.
With the traction bars installed the axle can no longer cycle on a natural arch because the limiting bar will move on a different arch. This will bind and limit axle articulation.
Placing a shackle on the upper end is a process that eliminates the problem, and many find that two bars are not necessary. Singe devices placed closest to the center will permit the axle to articulate but not hop.
Also hop is common when dampers are weak, and when blocks are used to lift the rear.
Adjusting or making modifications to the spring itself, and even re-locating shock mounts can do a wonderful job of eliminating axle hop.
With the traction bars installed the axle can no longer cycle on a natural arch because the limiting bar will move on a different arch. This will bind and limit axle articulation.
Placing a shackle on the upper end is a process that eliminates the problem, and many find that two bars are not necessary. Singe devices placed closest to the center will permit the axle to articulate but not hop.
Also hop is common when dampers are weak, and when blocks are used to lift the rear.
Adjusting or making modifications to the spring itself, and even re-locating shock mounts can do a wonderful job of eliminating axle hop.
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I agree with teh previous post.
If it was me, I would consider more spring and dump any blocks. With enough spring it is pretty hard to twist the axle.
If this is happening off road, I would suggest a dual shock set up on each side as the cheapest fix with a shock on the front and back of the axle.
Is your axle hop happening because you do not have enough flex? Are you getting the hop after you hit a bump on a gravel road?
If it was me, I would consider more spring and dump any blocks. With enough spring it is pretty hard to twist the axle.
If this is happening off road, I would suggest a dual shock set up on each side as the cheapest fix with a shock on the front and back of the axle.
Is your axle hop happening because you do not have enough flex? Are you getting the hop after you hit a bump on a gravel road?
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