**planning ladder bar set up**

Ladder bars work very well. I have personally installed a set on a (now dont beat on me for this) Vega that runs 8.80s on a 26x8.5 et drag. So that is agreed. Ladder bars have some pros and cons.

Pro
Easy to install
Easy to tune
Very effective at making a car hook
Clearance is minimal
Can run a back seat
Lighter than leafsprings
Crossmember adds to structural rigidity.


Con
Doesnt articulate (bad for street driving) axle housing ends up bending/cracking.
Takes up space where your mufflers go, makes exhaust tough.
Rod ends need regular replacement, prone to breakage since they are being used in a way they werent meant to be.

As you can see they are really made for track only but can be used in limited street use. I know many of you guys have run them on the street with no problem but I have seen many cracked rearend housings from using ladder bars on the street. I really think it will be tight with coil overs and a stock tank.

The car will be more consistent with a ladder bar or four link, but I favor the simplicity of the leaf spring/caltrac set up. This also allows more room for exhaust and fuel tank.

I say do what you want its your car! Most of all have fun!