powerstrokin15
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I got a buddy, daniel, building me some traction bars. what length is everyone using for leveled trucks? 09 350 rear block
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You want to match the axle path through out its travel. Do to how are springs are mounted and how fairly flat they are, our axles travel in an arch motion when compressed, that sweeps forward slightly at full compression. Assuming your friend has stock rear springs, the bars should be as long as possible. The driveshaft has a slip joint for a reason, do not match the angle of the drive shaft or your suspension will bind.
that's the point of my thread. I was hoping some guys would chime in.
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I prefer a longer bar, on my cc/sb I went just below the front door handles - they were long but imo rode better than a shorter bar.
My brothers cummins had 9' bars C-C and the truck did fine he used heims on each end though and it did make them a little harsh in cab.
Think of OUO's adjustable bars if they "had" to be a certain length they wouldnt make them adjustable... and there are bushings at each end allowing flex and movement, so make sure you have a bushing at one end and pick a length that works for your setup and run it.
Those are just my opinions atleast.
but they are also adjustable for if you change the height of your truck, correct?...
I know it's not gonna be for example 50" is gonna be end all be all for a CC/SB with a 350 block, but you can get a set measurement that'll at least vary a couple inches.. I just want something close.
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