Lakewood Universal Traction Bars - Leaf Spring Suspension

Lakewood Universal Traction Bars are engineered to eliminate wheel hop and control axle wrap on leaf spring-equipped vehicles, delivering measurably improved traction and straight-line launch performance. Built on decades of drag racing heritage, these traction bars are a proven solution for high-performance street and strip applications where rear suspension control directly impacts elapsed times and driving confidence.

Key Features:

• Heavy-gauge rectangular steel tubing construction with MIG-welded brackets for maximum strength and resistance to flex or bending under hard acceleration
• Designed for vehicles with leaf springs mounted below the axle tube — compatible with a wide range of leaf spring configurations
• Available across multiple finish and configuration options within the product line to suit street, strip, or show applications
• Rubber snubbers absorb impacts while maintaining firm suspension control, improving ride quality under hard acceleration
• Complete kits include U-bolts and all necessary mounting hardware for straightforward bolt-on installation — no welding required
• Sold in pairs for balanced rear suspension performance

Lakewood traction bars work by limiting axle rotation and controlling spring wrap-up during acceleration. This forces the rear wheels downward, planting the tires firmly against the pavement to maximize grip off the line, reduce wheel hop, and improve launch consistency — resulting in more efficient power transfer from the drivetrain to the road surface.

About Lakewood Industries: Safety has been Lakewood's number one priority since legendary Top Fuel racer and chassis builder "Gentleman Joe" Schubeck founded the company in Lakewood, Ohio in the mid-1960s. Now part of the Holley Performance family, Lakewood applies the same exhaustive research and comprehensive testing to every traction bar, bellhousing, and chassis component in its lineup.