Modified Duff traction bars for use with 31 spline axles
#51
Originally Posted by NHBubba
I stand corrected.. you didn't have to modify them.. But I thought that might be what Wowak was refering to when he said he'd need to grind the brackets.
#53
Originally Posted by Wowak
Ok, I obviously was confused.. you're saying that the brackets HAVE been redesigned to fit the spring plates without modification? If so, sweet!
#55
Originally Posted by Rev
rwenzing, will the James Duff Traction Bars (#5301 Classic) work on the 2001 Edge? if so what mods besides the spring plates might be needed to make them fit?
The front bracket has a very shallow bend in it to align with earlier trucks. IMO, it lines up better on current models if you flatten the bend with a hammer but some have successfully bolted them on without removing the bend.
Regardless, the mods require little in the way of time or tools to accomplish - round file, hammer and a bench grinder if available.
#57
#58
FYI....this is what I got back from JD after placing my order:
There has been a price increase on those traction bars. They now are
$89.00. I apologize, we are currently updating our web site to get
this corrected. Please advise me as to whether or not you would like
to proceed with this order.
There has been a price increase on those traction bars. They now are
$89.00. I apologize, we are currently updating our web site to get
this corrected. Please advise me as to whether or not you would like
to proceed with this order.
#59
Originally Posted by Rev
FYI....this is what I got back from JD after placing my order:
There has been a price increase on those traction bars. They now are
$89.00. I apologize, we are currently updating our web site to get
this corrected. Please advise me as to whether or not you would like
to proceed with this order.
There has been a price increase on those traction bars. They now are
$89.00. I apologize, we are currently updating our web site to get
this corrected. Please advise me as to whether or not you would like
to proceed with this order.
#64
#66
Originally Posted by NHBubba
Me!
This from Mr Savabuck himself?!
This from Mr Savabuck himself?!
So, I've come to "value" them, lol.
#68
Originally Posted by Rev
rwenzing or n3elz, does the traction bar front bracket bolt to the back side of the spring hanger? Do you by chance have a close up pic you could post?
Thanks,
Rev
Thanks,
Rev
I tried to mount mine on the front of the hanger but the threads on the main arms were just a bit too short. So, mine are mounted on the back face the hanger.
#69
We are currently updating our web site. This is one of the items
that had a price increase. The price is now $89.00. Please let me
know if you would like to proceed with this order.
--
Thank you for your online order.
$106.70 is the total for your order including $17.70 shipping.
We can ship just as soon as we get your approval on this amount.
You can either email or phone your approval.
Thank You,
that had a price increase. The price is now $89.00. Please let me
know if you would like to proceed with this order.
--
Thank you for your online order.
$106.70 is the total for your order including $17.70 shipping.
We can ship just as soon as we get your approval on this amount.
You can either email or phone your approval.
Thank You,
#71
Originally Posted by Rev
rwenzing or n3elz, does the traction bar front bracket bolt to the back side of the spring hanger? Do you by chance have a close up pic you could post?
Thanks,
Rev
Thanks,
Rev
Edit: This work for you? If not, sorry, but that's all I have, I believe.
Last edited by n3elz; 06-24-2005 at 08:48 PM.
#74
#75
Got my Bars installed today and I have to say its night and day difference in the ride quality. Im very satisfied with the time spent on the install and most importantly...No more clunk on acceleration....
Install notes:
You will need to flatten out the front brackets. I noted the way they had cut the brackets that they fit better if you swap out the drivers and Passangers side and flip them so that you have the two closer spaced bolt holes in the vertical next to the frame side of the hanger.
The rear brackets bolted right on with no modifications necessary. I do however think adding a second set of rear brackets on the inboard side, like rwenzing did, would be a good idea. Im trying to get a second set fab.
Install notes:
You will need to flatten out the front brackets. I noted the way they had cut the brackets that they fit better if you swap out the drivers and Passangers side and flip them so that you have the two closer spaced bolt holes in the vertical next to the frame side of the hanger.
The rear brackets bolted right on with no modifications necessary. I do however think adding a second set of rear brackets on the inboard side, like rwenzing did, would be a good idea. Im trying to get a second set fab.