Evo VS Metalcloak suspension systems

[Aspaztikcolon]

Looking at suspension systems, these two look like the top tier. Metalcloak markets their super cool bushings for more articulation but Evo seems to be more expensive and uses, what seem to be more traditional bushings. What are the differences in these companies? Can you go wrong with either?

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[Rploaded]

Both are top notch companies. I personally run Evo coilovers but would not hesitate to have run Metalcloak had the features I wanted been available.

 

[OnlyOne]

I do really like Metalcloaks bushings but you can’t beat EVOs either. Tough decision. I ran Synergy CA and they had their own style of DD bushings. They were great. After this edit I think I would stay with MC. The bushings are quieter and more OEM like ride with great flex.

 

[rustyshakelford]

Big thing with MC is they are virtually maintenance free. We have installed a lot of MC lifts and the feedback is always incredible. Really happy with them and if I could change one thing is would be to have more shock options valved to their spring rate available.

Brett

 

[ALEX-4LO]

I’m using Metalcloaks 3.5 game changer kit with rock sport shocks. MC control arms are heavy duty and there customer service is best around. I am thinking of eventually using king shocks but will never use EVOs control arms. MC uses duroflex joints low maintenance and rebuildable. There springs are dual rate super flex and comfortable ride on the pavement. Metal cloak all the way!

 

[KansasJL]

Doesn’t EVO run the Curry Johnny Joints in their control arms? If so they are also rebuildable. I ran the Savvy lift on my TJ with the Johnny Joints and I loved them.

 

[FirecrackerRubi]

Doesn’t EVO run the Curry Johnny Joints in their control arms? If so they are also rebuildable. I ran the Savvy lift on my TJ with the Johnny Joints and I loved them.

To my knowledge, yes EVO uses Currie JJ's and they are rebuildable but not advertised as no service needed. You'll need to grease and clean out the JJ's every so often to ensure longer life. Don't let that be the deciding factor though bc JJ's are great for flex, ride, durability, and they are long lasting. They are usually my go-to joint, but I'm leaning towards Metalcloak control arms when the time comes bc of their joint's reputation. They seem to be doing very well since they came out in the JK world a few years ago.

you really can't go wrong with either choice. Price and which company you'd like to support is really it. Both are great.

 

[moodywizard]

I was looking at MC vs EVO as well. Main differences being the joints and springs. Went with EVO for the linear springs and joints as they are more proven over the lang haul, IMO. If possible I would look at it separately depending on your "end goal", use one MFG for the arms and other mfg for springs and shocks to get what you want.

 

[2Wheel-Lee]

I'm collecting parts for my 2020, and I've decided to go with EVO. Many have mentioned the joints. The Currie Johnny Joints have been proven for many years of hardcore use and they're employed by many brands.

EVO isn't in the business of making shocks. While MC has a great concept with the GC shocks, they're still a bit of a gimmick at this point. Sure, they said that they've recently fixed the leaking problems, but that doesn't give them much experience with success. King shocks have long been proven and are the gold standard in offroad competition.

These two points alone are convincing enough for me. I don't need gimmicks - I need durability and a proven track record.

 

[RanchoShocks]

A joint like what Metal Cloak and what we use are both rebuildable.
Our D2 bushing have 10's of thousands of hours of abuse on trails all over the country.
An image of our bushing

 

[Rock Krawler Suspension]

Tons of options out there, some rod ends will require more maintenance than others but the trade-off is typically joint misalignment. Production Rock Krawler arms, for example a lower control arm, use our Pro Flex joint at the frame and our Krawler Joint at the axle. This combination provides 90 degrees of total misalignment, but you will have to give them a small squirt of grease from time to time, typically every 4-6 months.

 

[Yellow Cake Kid]

@Rock Krawler Suspension

...This combination provides 90 degrees of total misalignment...

I know this is an old thread, but I found it while searching for the info I would like to ask about.

Which plane is being spoken of in the Rock Krawler descriptions of total flexibility?

Thank you.

 

[Roky]

@Rock Krawler Suspension



I know this is an old thread, but I found it while searching for the info I would like to ask about.

Which plane is being spoken of in the Rock Krawler descriptions of total flexibility?

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Thank you.

I can’t speak for RK , but I assume they’re talking about this.......

 

[Headbarcode]

I've got to 2nd Roky on this ^^^. "Z" in your diagram is the angle of misalignment that is most important for flexibility.

 

[Yellow Cake Kid]

That looks like what was arbitrarily labeled as "Z" or "twist" in the illustration.

It also looks like 20ish degrees rather than the one half of 90 degrees. Maybe they mean to explain that the joint can flex 45 degrees, although that might only be possible if the control arms were not bolted into control arm brackets that constrain the movement.

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