Honda Hunter

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What is the generel opinion on them? Tried a search but didnt get much. I suppose because it's so expensive. Anyways could I get some opinions on them and how it stacks up to the competion.



Bolt on Traction for STREET, DRAG or ROAD RACE " TRACLINK kits"
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* Attaches to the rear axle and controls rear end torque during acceleration, transferring this energy into the tires, increasing straight line traction.
* Reduces nose-dive during braking.
* Eliminates wheelhop.
* Increases sidebite for corner exit acceleration.
* Simple bolt-on system does not require complete interior removal as with other kits.
* Provides an attachment point for driveshaft safety loop.
* Removes the factory torque arm pivot point from the rear of the transmission.
* Changes the instantaneous center and leverage point from stock.
* Provides adjustable pinion angle.

Note: Traclink kits are designed for V-8 applications.

Traclink for 1982-1985, 5 speed Part# TSC-20---- Price $598.99

Traclink for 1986-1992, 5 speed Part# TSC-22---- Price $598.99

Traclink for 1984-1992, Automatics Part# TSC-23---Price $598.99

Traclink for 1993-2002, 6-speed Part# TSC-24---- Price $559.99

Traclink for 1993-1997, Automatics Part# TSC-26----Price $559.99

Traclink for 1998-2002, Automatics Part# TSC-27---Price $559.99
"Traclink equipped cars win races."
Don't you think you should get one??????

ssPetess

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I just had mine installed and I love it. Nothing compares to it in my opinion. I posted pics a month or so ago...

Honda Hunter

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this mounts to the tranny correct?

dailydriver

Some have reported these things ripping apart their unibody floors where they mount. I guess that can be avoided by double reinforcing the floorpan at the attachment points??

ssPetess

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I beleive it mounts to the floor board and the tranny. I haven't been under far enough to notice. I do have a DS loop to install, i'll check it out and take a few more pics over the weekend.

Honda Hunter

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Sounds like a problem that can be prevented. Proably happened during autxing not drag racing which I plan to use it for. Found one for a decent price, about the same or slightly less than a trac pak and UMI piece so I'm debating on buying it.


sspetess let me know what you find out.

BADSS

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I had a Traclink on my 99 SS. It works very well, but be forewarned: the install is a lot more work than most torque arms (Global West has install documents on their website, I believe), it's heavy, and it transmits A LOT of noise and vibration into the cabin. Global West claims it will not clunk and make any noise when installed properly, but mine was always noisy.

Honda Hunter

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Thanks for the warning. As long as it works well I can deal with the noise

Honda Hunter

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Does anyone happen to know the difference between the M6 and the A4 version?

ssPetess

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I had mine professionally installed by a local company. It is quieter than the tranny mounted Spohn I had prior. Yea, you're right, I'd like to think I can do most minor work, but I wasn't going to touch this install...

BADSS

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Pete, you're right- the traclink is quieter than the Spohn- I know because I tried both. Actually, I had the Spohn that mounted to the floorboard where the tunnel brace goes, not the tranny mounted Spohn.

The Traclink, when adjusted properly, was only slightly annoying in terms of noise and vibration. The Spohn made such a racket it drove me absolutely nuts.

To put it in perspective, I kept the Traclink on the car for two or three years. I would say the Spohn stayed on the car less than two or three months, LOL.

To the original poster: if your intended usage is drag racing, I think the shorter Spohn torque arm would suit you better than the Traclink. The traclink is longer, and really Global West designed it for autocross and road-racing, although it's pretty good for drag racing, too. IMHO, of course.

94FBIRD

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I love my TracLink. I dropped .1 in the 60' on drag radials.

Honda Hunter

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only .1?

BADSS

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Hot Rod magazine tested the Traclink a long time ago on an LT1 Z28. I believe this is consistent with their results- they saw one to two tenths improvement in 60 ft. times.

If you are looking for maximum improvement in your 60' times, look into the shorter arms like the Spohn or the short BMR arm. I believe the shorter torque arms change the suspension's instant center and improve weight transfer better than the longer arms. However, they do not help with brake hop the way longer arms do- but this is not a concern for a drag racing application.

Honda Hunter

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I see. Starting to have my doubts about it now. I was so caught up in the price that I wasnt really thinking about the fact it may not be best suited for my application. Thanks for all the advice

BlackHawk T/A

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.1 is a lot in the 60'...

Honda Hunter

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Not saying it's not just I would expect .2-.3.

BADSS

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Honda Hunter,

If you want the best drag racing torque arm, do some searches or ask some questions in the drag racing forum.

I think you'll find most of those guys favor the torque arms from Spohn, the BMR Extreme arm, Madman...these are some of the names that come to mind, but I am sure there are others.

Good luck!

94FBIRD

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Well, I was impressed with my .1 in the 60' for just a torque arm. I dropped a little over .2 in the 1/4mile. To drop .2 or .3 in the 60' like your looking for I would think more gear or converter would be in order. However, in my case I eliminated my wheelspin.

Honda Hunter

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That's cool. Mabey when matched up with other suspension I bet it makes a better diff