2003-2013 Dodge Ram 2500/3500 Ladder / Traction Bars
2003–2013 Dodge Ram 2500 / 3500 Ladder / Traction Bars
Eliminate Axle Wrap & Wheel Hop — Built for 2003–2013 Ram 2500 and 3500 Trucks
The 2003–2013 Ram 2500 and 3500 put enormous torque through the rear suspension. The moment you add a tune or load the truck for a serious tow, axle wrap becomes your enemy. It twists your springs, spikes your driveline angles, and turns every hard pull into a beat-down your suspension is losing. Apoc’s Ladder / Traction Bars stop it cold. Frame-to-axle bolt-on, adjustable length, heavy-wall tubular steel — built for the truck you actually drive hard.
Key Features:
- Eliminates Axle Wrap & Wheel Hop — Helps prevent leaf spring damage and drivetrain stress under towing loads and hard acceleration
- Adjustable Length — Works stock or lifted; re-adjustable after future suspension changes — no need to buy new bars
- Heavy-Wall Tubular Steel — Built for the abuse a working Ram takes every single day
- Bolt-On Installation — Clamps to rear axle housing and bolts to frame; drilling required for frame mount (welding optional). See air-bag fitment note below.
- Powder Coated Satin Black — Corrosion-resistant finish, ready to install right out of the box
- Engineered & Built in the USA
What's Included:
- (2) Heavy-Duty Traction Bars
- (2) Frame Mounts
- (2) U-Bolt Mounts
- Complete Installation Hardware
Installation & Air-Bag Fitment:
Running air bags? If your air-bag mounts occupy the location of our ladder-bar axle clamps, please contact us before ordering for weld-on axle mounts that work with your air-bag setup.
- Install Time: Approximately 2.5 hours
- Tools Required: Basic hand tools, drill and drill bits
- Note: Adjustable ends simplify install and allow future fine-tuning for suspension changes
Built Right. Backed Right.
Our crew’s on call Monday–Friday, 9–5 EST. Hit us up at 865-983-5004 — real support, done right.
Product specifications
Yes – Fits Nearly All Lift Heights
PTMEG Polyurethane 91 Durometer
Adjustable from shortest length up to +2.5"
Powder Coated Satin Black (Bare Metal available if selected)
2" Outer Diameter (OD), 3/16" Wall Thickness
Built to Control Torque
Apoc Industries ladder bars deliver relentless traction and control, locking down your rear suspension under hard launches, towing, or off-road abuse. Precision-welded, made in the USA, and ready to dominate whatever you throw at them
Clamp-On Strength. Weld-Free Simplicity.
Apoc Axle Clamp Mounts are a heavy-duty, weld-free solution for installing ladder bars on your rear axle. Built from thick-gauge steel and precision-formed for a secure fit, these clamps bolt directly around the axle tube, eliminating the need for welding or custom fabrication. Designed to handle serious torque and axle wrap, they offer a clean, adjustable mount point that pairs perfectly with Apoc ladder bar kits.
Frame-Mounted. Torque-Tested.
The Apoc Rivnut Frame Mount is built for serious strength and easy installation on boxed frames. Designed to work with our traction bar kits, it bolts directly to the truck’s frame using heavy-duty rivnuts—no welding required. Precision-cut from thick-gauge steel and powder-coated for durability, this mount delivers a rock-solid connection that stands up to heavy torque, towing, and hard launches.
Lifetime Warranty Polyurethane Bushings
Built to Last, Easy to Rebuild
Apoc Industries' high-performance polyurethane bushings are backed by a lifetime warranty and engineered for durability you can count on. Easily rebuildable with basic tools, they deliver a firm, responsive ride without the hassle—made for daily drivers and built for the long haul.
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Ladder bar kits
Built to Control Torque. Eliminate Wheel Hop.
2003-2013 Dodge Ram 2500/3500 Ladder / Traction Bars
Complete Kit – Ready to Install:
The Apoc Traction Bar Kit for Ram trucks includes everything you need for a complete install: two heavy-duty traction bars, frame-side brackets, axle-side brackets, and all required grade 8 hardware. Designed to control axle wrap and improve traction under load, this kit is built to handle serious torque while keeping your suspension tight and your rear end planted.
Preload It. Fine-Tune It.
The traction bars are fully adjustable, allowing you to fine-tune the setup without relocating the frame mounts when changing lift heights. You can also preload the bars to tighten up suspension response and reduce unwanted movement under load—giving you more control, less wheel hop, and a smoother, more planted ride.
Premium Bushings – Built for Life:
Apoc Industries backs our bushings with a Lifetime Warranty for lasting confidence. We use only the highest quality polyurethane (PTMEG-based) in all Apoc products.
PTMEG polyurethane offers superior articulation and a firmer, more responsive feel — without the harshness commonly found in solid joints like heims or flex joints.
These bushings are ideal for daily driving while providing excellent durability and performance for moderate off-road use.
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Red, White & Built Right
FAQ'S
Traction Bars
Our customer support is available Monday to Friday: 9am-5pm EST. 865-983-5004
A: Traction bars prevent axle wrap—when your rear axle twists under load—which can cause wheel hop, vibration, and premature wear on driveline components. Apoc traction bars keep the rear end planted under hard acceleration, towing, or off-road use.
A: If your Ram is lifted or sees heavy towing, yes. Even on daily drivers, traction bars help reduce rear-end movement, improve driveline alignment, and extend the life of suspension and axle components. If you're running taller-than-stock lift blocks, traction bars are strongly recommended to prevent axle wrap and maintain stability under load or acceleration.
A: Yes. The kit is designed for a straightforward, bolt-on install using basic hand tools. The frame-side brackets do require drilling, but no welding is needed. If you’re mechanically inclined, you can knock it out in a few hours at home. Prefer a shop? No problem—it’s installer-friendly either way.
For PTMEG (polytetramethylene ether glycol) polyurethane bushings, the best grease is a silicone-based lubricant with PTFE (polytetrafluoroethylene) additives. Here’s why and what to consider:
Why Silicone-Based with PTFE?
: PTMEG polyurethane is resistant to petroleum-based products, but silicone-based grease is preferred as it won’t degrade the material and is explicitly recommended for polyurethane bushings.Tackiness
: PTFE additives lower the coefficient of friction and are waterproof, ensuring long-lasting lubrication and quiet operation.
: Silicone-based grease repels water, protecting bushings from corrosion and maintaining performance in wet conditions.