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Whats the best solution to wheel spin and tire hop?

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Old May 1, 2005 | 11:25 PM
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Just wondering what every one is using and what is turning out to be the best. I'm in serious need of some traction, or will be when I get my tranny back. I was thinking of traction bars. How much are the 4-links and coil overs going for? How hard are they to puton?
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Old May 1, 2005 | 11:48 PM
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Dont kno much about the coil overs.. however... i've been hearing great things about caltracs for traction bars.. www.Calvertracing.com.. give them a call... I'm calling them tomorrow matter-of-fact to see if they can make some for my model.
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Old May 2, 2005 | 06:34 AM
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I'm in serious need of some traction,

Im with you on the Traction issue, Im going to get an Eaton locker & Caltracs and Drag radials for the track
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Old May 2, 2005 | 06:50 AM
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Dont kno much about the coil overs.. however... i've been hearing great things about caltracs for traction bars.. www.Calvertracing.com.. give them a call... I'm calling them tomorrow matter-of-fact to see if they can make some for my model.
Let me know what you find out. I wont have time to call for a few days because of work. I've already got the eaton, soon as I find some rims I will get a set of slicks to go on it.
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slicks, good posi and a set of caltracs or bolt on 4 link from www.kpcomponents.com and a coil over kit from www.cachassisworks.com. You have to make your own top bracket for the top of the coils then weld the brackets he gives you to your axle. easy to install.
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Dan, are you using the KP 4 link?
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Old May 2, 2005 | 04:07 PM
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not yet but after i get the turbos running where they should be, im coming after parish

Ive done a few on NBS trucks though, they help out alot. night and day difference
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Old May 2, 2005 | 08:27 PM
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Does any one make a complete 4link kit with the coil overs or do I have to buy them separet? Also how much would all of this run compaired to the traction bars? One other thing, NOT too good with welding! Thanx.
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I have all of my parts on the floor... gay

4 link = 630
springs/shocks = 330
crossmember bar and shock mounts = 50

(I may be a bit off on the exact prices)

I did not shop for the deals. I think some of the other guys were comin in @ $900.
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wannagofast.. they are part number #3400 for 99-03.. go to the Application link on their page.. idk how i missed that, lol

u need to call that 1-800 number to order.. 320 plus shipping.. not bad.
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