The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network







Register or Log In To remove these advertisements.

Go Back   The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network > General Truck Forums > Suspension

Web 67-72chevytrucks.com


Reply
 
Thread Tools Display Modes
Old 09-11-2012, 10:28 PM   #1
ol'blazer
Registered User
 
ol'blazer's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jun 2012
Location: edmonton alberta
Posts: 422
slapper bars??

so i was thinking of putting a set of slapper or traction bars on my truck, i have a few quick questions do they limit my wheel travel?, and can i still haul trailers with them on?

thanks,
__________________
Tyler
------------------------------------------------------
1980 2wd blazer
1985 k10 diesel truckhttp://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=652276
1987 wrangler 4x4 build-http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=663784
ol'blazer is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 09-11-2012, 11:37 PM   #2
N2TRUX
Happy to be here
 
N2TRUX's Avatar
 
Join Date: Mar 2000
Location: Cypress, TX
Posts: 39,021
Re: slapper bars??

Do you want them for looks or are you really looking to improve traction? If your after function there are much better ways to get there.
__________________
Follow me on Facebook and Instagram @N2trux.com

Articles-

"Jake" the 84 to 74 crewcab

"Elwood" the77_Remix

85 GMC Sierra "Scarlett"

"Refining Sierra"
N2TRUX is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 09-11-2012, 11:43 PM   #3
ol'blazer
Registered User
 
ol'blazer's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jun 2012
Location: edmonton alberta
Posts: 422
Re: slapper bars??

little of both, and I'm doing a budget build thought they would be a good way to improve my handling, what better ways are their?
__________________
Tyler
------------------------------------------------------
1980 2wd blazer
1985 k10 diesel truckhttp://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=652276
1987 wrangler 4x4 build-http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=663784
ol'blazer is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 09-12-2012, 12:25 PM   #4
69gmcc10
Registered User
 
69gmcc10's Avatar
 
Join Date: May 2011
Location: Missoula, MT
Posts: 934
Re: slapper bars??

This is what I would run, CalTracs! You will keep the range of motion, are adjustable and they hoookup good. Give it a look, I know they are more expencive, but much better than slappers!

http://calvertracing.com/caltracs.php
__________________
69 GMC C10 build thread- http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=501676

03 Silverado build thread-http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=591582
69gmcc10 is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 09-12-2012, 06:04 PM   #5
ol'blazer
Registered User
 
ol'blazer's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jun 2012
Location: edmonton alberta
Posts: 422
Re: slapper bars??

I thought about them to but Idk if they would work with my drop shackles?
Posted via Mobile Device
__________________
Tyler
------------------------------------------------------
1980 2wd blazer
1985 k10 diesel truckhttp://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=652276
1987 wrangler 4x4 build-http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=663784
ol'blazer is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 09-12-2012, 11:04 PM   #6
69gmcc10
Registered User
 
69gmcc10's Avatar
 
Join Date: May 2011
Location: Missoula, MT
Posts: 934
Re: slapper bars??

They have allot of adjustment and should work just fine if you let them know what you have. There are also some threads and web sites that show you how to make your own, If you are bold and daring enough to try. If I didnt convert to trailing arms I would have a set, I think they are the best option for leafs on the market.
Posted via Mobile Device
__________________
69 GMC C10 build thread- http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=501676

03 Silverado build thread-http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=591582
69gmcc10 is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 09-12-2012, 11:26 PM   #7
ol'blazer
Registered User
 
ol'blazer's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jun 2012
Location: edmonton alberta
Posts: 422
Re: slapper bars??

yeah i was looking today i think im going build something like those.
__________________
Tyler
------------------------------------------------------
1980 2wd blazer
1985 k10 diesel truckhttp://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=652276
1987 wrangler 4x4 build-http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=663784
ol'blazer is offline   Reply With Quote
Reply

Bookmarks


Posting Rules
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts

BB code is On
Smilies are On
[IMG] code is On
HTML code is Off

Forum Jump


All times are GMT -4. The time now is 09:07 AM.


Powered by vBulletin® Version 3.8.11
Copyright ©2000 - 2025, vBulletin Solutions Inc.
Copyright 1997-2022 67-72chevytrucks.com