Steering Stabilizer Choice

[word302]

I may move it one day but in over 25 years of off roading I've only rubbed one once....the current Fox 2.0. A rock at Jericho Mountain SP in New Hampshire put a nice scuff on it, but it was only cosmetic. But I still may move it at some point.

What size track bar clamp would the JL need?

1-5/8" man I would tear that thing off in a matter of hours.

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[LarryB]

I got tired of waiting for the adjustable Nexus unit and opted for the non-adjustable unit (2.1). It is a huge improvement over stock. It stiffens up the ride on the highway (much less wandering) and definitely takes out vibration out of the steering wheel over bumps.

 

[DanW]

I ordered the Fox. The bracket issue is in the reviews where a few said they had to bend it to fit. I'm not too worried because I have access to a shop where I can easily do that. What bugs me is that they've said Fox reps admit that some of them aren't right but refuse to swap them out.

What I like is that it has many more levels of adjustment and I absolutely love the Fox shocks on my Jeep. I also haven't seen anyone who doesn't love it once installed.

@Quadratec says it will ship November 9. We shall see! But I'm not in a hurry.

Thanks everyone for the great feedback and suggestions! I'll keep you posted on it.

 

[andrew4fins]

I ordered the Fox. The bracket issue is in the reviews where a few said they had to bend it to fit. I'm not too worried because I have access to a shop where I can easily do that. What bugs me is that they've said Fox reps admit that some of them aren't right but refuse to swap them out.

What I like is that it has many more levels of adjustment and I absolutely love the Fox shocks on my Jeep. I also haven't seen anyone who doesn't love it once installed.

@Quadratec says it will ship November 9. We shall see! But I'm not in a hurry.

Thanks everyone for the great feedback and suggestions! I'll keep you posted on it.

I can attest the Fox bracket to fit the JL in stock location is not a perfect fit. I bought that one first and was stupid and tried to make it fit. Ended up cross threading the bolts…so say hello to the JK version as it comes with the relocation bracket already installed. Just need the Synergy bolt as the JK one is no bueno due to way it fits. I like the way it sits up and away anyway. Good luck.

 

[Roky]

High and tight, at least consider it, the factory and cheaper ones never get hit, but as soon as you put a $300 ish one on , BAM.

 

[Headbarcode]

I've been very pleased with my Fox TS stabilizer. I went with the nonadjustable version because I have no desire to regularly change the firmness.

If the time comes that you want to relocate it, I highly recommend the SteerSmarts relocation bracket that attaches to the front of the track bar bracket on the axle side. It orients the mounting bolt vertically, which allows the bushing to rotate as the wheels are turned lock to lock instead of it constantly being forced to misalign. My reasoning is longevity of that bushing.

Here's the best shot that I have of it...

 

[GATORB8]

If the time comes that you want to relocate it, I highly recommend the SteerSmarts relocation bracket that attaches to the front of the track bar bracket on the axle side. It orients the mounting bolt vertically, which allows the bushing to rotate as the wheels are turned lock to lock instead of it constantly being forced to misalign. My reasoning is longevity of that bushing.

This is definitely something to consider. The track bar side bushing on my SS is running with off axis pressure (probably 5* or so) with the Synergy track bar bolt I’m using. Didn’t even think about it until I had to pull it laterally to do the install.

 

[Cat4]

Can someone explain how the JK fox ATS can be set up for the JL? Seems like those are more available too.

 

[ToolMan514]

I'm having the Falcon Nexus 2.2 installed today. Anything is better than stock, especially when it's beaten and bent and leaking oil...

 

[Headbarcode]

This is definitely something to consider. The track bar side bushing on my SS is running with off axis pressure (probably 5* or so) with the Synergy track bar bolt I’m using. Didn’t even think about it until I had to pull it laterally to do the install.

Yeah, these types of shock bushings weren't designed for misalignment like those used on control arms or track bars.

I believe Metalcloaks stabilizer relocation bracket follows the same mentality. And speaking of them, they include wheel end shock relocation brackets that also rotate the mounting bushing 90° for the same purpose.

 

[GATORB8]

Can someone explain how the JK fox ATS can be set up for the JL? Seems like those are more available too.

Looks like travel is the same, so that's not an issue. The stock JL tie rod diameter is an "option" on the JK one. P/N 983-02-088 instead of 983-02-070.

Hopefully someone will confirm if that's the only needed change.

 

[Headbarcode]

Can someone explain how the JK fox ATS can be set up for the JL? Seems like those are more available too.

So you want the new stabilizer to remain in the factory lower position? If so, you'd have to switch out the tie rod clamp for an axle housing bracket. Assuming you are currently using the factory setup, just unbolt the factory stabilizer at both bushings and bolt the new one in its place.

 

[GATORB8]

Yeah, these types of shock bushings weren't designed for misalignment like those used on control arms or track bars.

I believe Metalcloaks stabilizer relocation bracket follows the same mentality. And speaking of them, they include wheel end shock relocation brackets that also rotate the mounting bushing 90° for the same purpose.

I'd consider changing it out if I hadn't used blue lock-tite on the tie rod bracket. After half stripping the track bar mounting screw with the recommended torque, I'm afraid I'll have to break out the cutting wheel to get the tie rod mount off now.

 

[Headbarcode]

So you want the new stabilizer to remain in the factory lower position? If so, you'd have to switch out the tie rod clamp for an axle housing bracket. Assuming you are currently using the factory setup, just unbolt the factory stabilizer at both bushings and bolt the new one in its place.

One other thing that just popped in my mind, is to verify that the factory axle side bracket will clear the through shaft of the new Fox

 

[Roky]

I'd consider changing it out if I hadn't used blue lock-tite on the tie rod bracket. After half stripping the track bar mounting screw with the recommended torque, I'm afraid I'll have to break out the cutting wheel to get the tie rod mount off now.

No hurry, I know they last at least two years, lol.

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