I went to the local Old Time Drags with my 54 (312, 4 speed and 9 inch) and made some time trials. The car ran pretty good, certainly no world beater, but I had fun. The main problem I had was getting off the line. The rear end hops and I had to get off it. I have stock rear springs and no traction bar setup. I am not going to do any serious racing, but I am looking for a traction bar setup that is easy to install (preferably with no welding) and keeps a decent ride. Is Traction Masters a decent set up? How about these slapper bars-I don't know what they call them- that bolt on and have the rubber that comes up to hit the spring? Any other suggestions? I saw the article in the last YBM but its beyond me to fabricate.



Thanks for any help.

54 Victoria 312;  48 Ford Conv 302, 56 Bird 312
Forever Ford
Midland Park, NJ