Leaf Springs, Bump Stops, Shackles, and Traction bars

[New recaros]

Beavers non stop

 

[Bozz]

 

[rschap1]

Come on, don't lie to the new guy!!! You know we all run our trucks on MX tracks every weekend, That's what they are built for!!!

Midwest DIRTFEST at Valley Motorcross track Stanton MI




That video is just classic !!

 

[smurfslayer]

Agree here. Traction bars should be last if you are going deavers.

Disagree. Deavers, at best are a workaround and one that does nothing to address planting the rear end and keeping it from twisting and getting all bent out of shape. Especially true in sand, mud or other low traction scenarios.

 

[Oldfart]

Midwest DIRTFEST at Valley Motorcross track Stanton MI




That video is just classic !!

It still makes me laugh every time I watch it!

 

[Nex]

Disagree. Deavers, at best are a workaround and one that does nothing to address planting the rear end and keeping it from twisting and getting all bent out of shape. Especially true in sand, mud or other low traction scenarios.

While I agree, if your budget is small I'd start with Deavers. More than just providing traction as a benefit.

 

[New recaros]

While I agree, if your budget is small I'd start with Deavers. More than just providing traction as a benefit.

He is doing dirt roads and curbs. Does not need tractions bars. Especially if he does not change the weight bias by raising the front end like a Beverly Hills Chevy Impala.
Someone mentioned it in another thread. Add all your weight into your truck including a driver and measure before you do springs (ether end) and shackles. I think it only takes a 250lbs or so in the back to level it.

 

[Nex]

I do have a lot of junk in my trunk.

 

[Zeusmotorworks]

Beavers non stop

Only Egyptian beavers, no Persians!

 

[NickW]

He is doing dirt roads and curbs. Does not need tractions bars. Especially if he does not change the weight bias by raising the front end like a Beverly Hills Chevy Impala.
Someone mentioned it in another thread. Add all your weight into your truck including a driver and measure before you do springs (ether end) and shackles. I think it only takes a 250lbs or so in the back to level it.

Don’t forget trips to the mall and MACdonalds. My truck has eibachs in the front from previous owner. I’m getting 1” lift with leaf springs to compensate.

Thanks for all of the feedback gents (and others)