WebJan 7, 2008 · The slide alinks on the camaro made ALL the difference in the world for the car, track and street when i switched up from the slapper bars. I would definatly use them again. 1.5 60 ft on a 12.00 car. I was happy. The caltracs are taking me alot of time to dial in with the nova. WebDec 6, 2013 · Ladder bars typically tie in above and below the axle tube. CalTracs (which I plan to get for both trucks) are a single bar under the axle tube and tie-in at the front …
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WebJan 17, 2013 · Apr 23, 2010. 925. Charlotte NC. I've used Comp Engineering traction bars with front and rear sway bars in place. The traction bars are less expensive than the Comp Eng. Slide a link which are similar to Cal Tracs. My Camaro has been photo ed with front wheels off the ground so the traction bars work. The car won't handle the twisties as … WebApr 11, 2011 · Caltracs definitely look more "professional", IMOO. Ladder bars look too race only and slapper bars are just plain YEE HAW! Apr 10, 2011 #8 S. Street Bird Veteran Member. Mar 4, 2004 148 S.I. N.Y. 10306. Cal-tracs with their split mono springs for the strip. The C/E slide a links if the car sees street duty. shelly bird microsoft
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WebMar 22, 2010 · they look great!!! i only see 2 flaws that make these look much less beefier than the caltracs. 1) where the heim joints thread into your lower bar, it looks like the thin walled pipe is threaded on the inside, where the caltracs have a welded on bolt of chromium steel. 2) the distance from your leaf spring perch to the heim joint is rather short. WebJul 21, 2024 · Yes I'm running slapper bars (Comp Engineering) now and set pretty much up tight, can maybe slide a piece of paper between the snub and the spring so not much travel left. And I forgot to mention the 11.6 is with a 150 shot of juice as the car by itself only runs 12.5 at 109. ... I have the caltracs on my 68. multi leaf with sub frame ... WebSep 2, 2013 · With the 40year old stock springs & slapper bars my 60ft. times were from 1.47 - 1.50. I went like a fool & bought caltracs,monoleafs & thier rear shocks . I have tried every possible combo of settings, up & down on launch rpm,0 preload to a 1/2 turn,every shock setting, as low as 13psi tire pressure, even top hole with no improvment. sporting goods stores independence mo