BDS Recoil Traction Bar Mounting Kit | 2007-2026 Chevy Silverado & GMC Sierra 1500

Overview

The BDS Recoil Traction Bar Mounting Kit improves traction on 2007–2026 Chevy Silverado and GMC Sierra 1500 trucks without limiting wheel travel. Built with heavy wall steel construction and internal compression springs, the kit controls axle wrap while maintaining a full float design for bind-free performance across a range of lift heights. The traction bar is fabricated from 2-inch OD x 3/16-inch wall steel tubing with a threaded bung welded toward the axle end and a CNC-machined frame end. The axle mount uses a large-forged flex end and jam nut — featuring a forged housing with a large 1-1/4-inch x 12 threaded shank, a single-sided snap ring, and a 1-piece flex ball capable of up to 15 degrees of misalignment in either direction. At the frame end, a durometer-specific polyurethane bushing free-floats within the traction bar via dual-stage internal compression springs and UHMW polyurethane bearings.

Features

• Adjustable axle wrap control using dual-stage resistance springs
• Full floating traction bar design will not bind throughout the full range of wheel travel and/or hinder suspension articulation
• Spring preload can be adjusted on the vehicle without disassembling the traction bar
• Traction bar ends are greaseable and rebuildable
• Mounting brackets are bolt-on, only requiring minor drilling for frame mount installation

Specifications

• Bar material: 2-inch OD x 3/16-inch wall steel tubing
• Frame end: CNC-machined with durometer-specific polyurethane bushing and UHMW polyurethane bearings
• Axle end: Large-forged flex end with 1-1/4-inch x 12 threaded shank, single-sided snap ring, and 1-piece flex ball
• Flex end misalignment: Up to 15 degrees in either direction
• Compatible lift heights: Range of lift heights supported
• Drivetrain compatibility: 2WD and 4WD models

Installation

• Estimated installation time: 3–4 hours
• Mounting brackets are bolt-on; minor drilling required for frame mount installation

Important Notes

• Does not fit regular cab models
• Requires 2" Rear Bump Stop Extension
• Fits 2/4WD Models
• Not compatible with AMP Research Steps on trucks with 5.5' bed