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turp mcspray · 11-30-2009, 04:37 PM

I've been looking at a couple of different traction bar setups for my blazer. With an 8" rear spring lift and a big block, I want to add something to prevent axle wrap. Just curious what anybody else might be using. Thanks.

ghettoluxury · 11-30-2009, 05:49 PM

You can't see them very well in this photo But mine are made out of 2" square tubing and ran to the frame right up to the back of the cab

Slick17 · 12-04-2009, 04:23 PM

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Originally Posted by ghettoluxury

You can't see them very well in this photo But mine are made out of 2" square tubing and ran to the frame right up to the back of the cab

You make them or buy them from a company?

rcflyer1234 · 12-05-2009, 06:55 PM

http://www.landlproducts.com/list.aspx?cID=5
They make nice ladder bars. They are similar to the ones on my truck except mine are homemade with thick wall 2 inch square tube.

**special-K** · 12-05-2009, 07:56 PM

I ran what they called bushwhackers.They were rod stock with tube/bushings(like shocks) at each end.They layed over top of the spring.They mounted to the front spring mount and the u-bolt plate.I ran them on a`71 Blazer with a locker,4" blocks,and 37" Super Swampers.They worked great and had no effect on ground clearance.They`d be easy to make.i`m not sure they`re made any longer.

turp mcspray · 12-05-2009, 08:11 PM

Thanks for the replies. I ordered a bar from Sams 4x4. I thought about making one but decided that by the time I ran around gathering up materials, on top of the time to make it, I could have made more money working on a customers vehicle in my shop, than what the bar cost. Sometimes it's cheaper to buy something than make it. Those of you who are self employed know what I'm talking about. LOL!
It should be here next week. I'll post some pics of my progress. It's been awhile since I have posted any.
Thanks again.

11-30-2009, 04:37 PM	#1
turp mcspray Registered User Join Date: May 2007 Location: Rapid City South Dakota Posts: 2,359	Traction bar I've been looking at a couple of different traction bar setups for my blazer. With an 8" rear spring lift and a big block, I want to add something to prevent axle wrap. Just curious what anybody else might be using. Thanks. __________________ Turp Mcspray New life for an old 2wd, farm blazer http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=505987 My Blazer build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=342299

11-30-2009, 05:49 PM	#2
ghettoluxury Registered User Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Waynesfield Ohio Posts: 1,991	Re: Traction bar You can't see them very well in this photo But mine are made out of 2" square tubing and ran to the frame right up to the back of the cab __________________ 1949 Five Window, 1973 Step Side, 2000 Z71 Last edited by ghettoluxury; 11-30-2009 at 05:49 PM.

12-05-2009, 06:55 PM	#4
rcflyer1234 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Michigan Posts: 129	Re: Traction bar http://www.landlproducts.com/list.aspx?cID=5 They make nice ladder bars. They are similar to the ones on my truck except mine are homemade with thick wall 2 inch square tube. __________________ http://www.cardomain.com/id/rcflyer1234 http://www.youtube.com/user/liftedtruck77

12-05-2009, 07:56 PM	#5
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,862	Re: Traction bar I ran what they called bushwhackers.They were rod stock with tube/bushings(like shocks) at each end.They layed over top of the spring.They mounted to the front spring mount and the u-bolt plate.I ran them on a`71 Blazer with a locker,4" blocks,and 37" Super Swampers.They worked great and had no effect on ground clearance.They`d be easy to make.i`m not sure they`re made any longer. __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~

12-05-2009, 08:11 PM	#6
turp mcspray Registered User Join Date: May 2007 Location: Rapid City South Dakota Posts: 2,359	Re: Traction bar Thanks for the replies. I ordered a bar from Sams 4x4. I thought about making one but decided that by the time I ran around gathering up materials, on top of the time to make it, I could have made more money working on a customers vehicle in my shop, than what the bar cost. Sometimes it's cheaper to buy something than make it. Those of you who are self employed know what I'm talking about. LOL! It should be here next week. I'll post some pics of my progress. It's been awhile since I have posted any. Thanks again. __________________ Turp Mcspray New life for an old 2wd, farm blazer http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=505987 My Blazer build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=342299



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