I have a Badlands non-SAS 4 door with the HOSS 2.0 suspension. I have two questions I'm hoping you will be able to answer.
Any advantage to waiting for Stage 1/2 to be released/is that imminent?
Where does one find info on that front bumper?EXP Series shock absorbers by ICON Vehicle Dynamics combine the performance of a fully rebuildable 2.5-inch diameter premium shock with the convenience and cost-benefits of re-using the Bronco’s factory coil spring and other components.
EXP bridges the gap between spacer lifts and threaded coilovers, providing suspension lift and custom-tuned suspension performance all in an economical package.
EXP Series is based on ICON’s proven 2.5-inch diameter Aluminum Series shock absorber, featuring a one-piece impact-extruded aluminum shock body. Hard anodizing provides a great-looking, consistent finish with superior resistance to abrasion and corrosion. The massive 7/8-inch diameter shaft is induction hardened and chrome plated. The one-piece digressive piston design is valved specifically for the Bronco to provide unsurpassed performance and ride quality on and off-road.
The 6061 billet aluminum coil spring seat is CNC machined to fit the molded heavy duty urethane coil spring seat that is specifically design for fit each of the Bronco model’s OE coil spring. A series of snap-ring grooves machined into the shock body provide easily-selectable ride height adjustment from 0 to 3” over stock, depending on the Bronco’s OE suspension system (HOSS 1.0 or 2.0). EXP shocks use the factory shaft-up orientation, with the shaft ends machined to re-use the Bronco’s OE upper shock and spring mounts.
EXP shocks are custom tuned by ICON engineers to maximize damping performance when used in conjunction with the Bronco’s stock coil springs. The increased piston size and shock oil volume provided by the 2.5-inch diameter aluminum body provide superior heat dissipation compared to the smaller, steel bodied OE shocks, resulting in longer-lasting shock performance over prolonged use at higher speeds and through rougher terrain. For those who would like to further tune their suspension, EXP shocks are fully re-valvable (and rebuildable) by any qualified shock technician, with parts available from ICON.
FEATURES & BENEFITS
- Vehicle specific design for 2021-UP Ford Bronco with HOSS 1.0 or HOSS 2.0 Suspension Package
- Vehicle specific tuned for superior shock damping and control
- 2.5 Aluminum Series Shock with Internal Reservoir
- HOSS 1.0 version: Adjustable ride height from 1.5-3” of lift over stock with the use of snap ring
- HOSS 2.0 version: Adjustable ride height from 0-3” of lift over stock with the use of snap ring
- Utilizes factory coil and coil hardware
- Inverted shaft up design featuring 7/8” diameter, induction hardened, chrome plated shaft
- One-piece, impact extruded, hard anodized aluminum cylinder offers excellent corrosion resistance and consistent finish
- CNC machined 6061 aluminum components with a black anodized finish
- PTFE lined spherical bearing for extended longevity and minimal deflection
- 100% Bolt-on, no cutting or welding necessary for installation
- Fully rebuildable and re-tunable
- Sold by EACH
PART NUM DESCRIPTION 48601 21-UP BRONCO HOSS 1.0 PKG 2.5 FRONT EXP COILOVER 48611 21-UP BRONCO HOSS 1.0 PKG 2.5 REAR EXP COILOVER 48602 21-UP BRONCO HOSS 2.0 PKG 2.5 FRONT EXP COILOVER 48612 21-UP BRONCO HOSS 2.0 PKG 2.5 REAR EXP COILOVER
It's hard for me to make such hypothetic comparisons, especially in such subjective variables as ride quality, when I only have considerable seat time in one of the vehicle configurations you're asking about. I can just say that, based on my own experience so far, I would rather be driving the EXP-equipped vehicle in that scenario. And I'd be putting my foot down a little more.
No. These shocks sit in a shaft-up orientation, with the shaft inside the coil spring, just like on the OE shocks.
Our Stages are intended more as a buyer's guide rather than a price incentive. We try to build them around use-cases but any of them can be altered or reconfigured however you want. I don't believe the stage prices are any different than a la carte.
It's a prototype and we're still making some tweaks to the design so I'm hesitant to say too much about it at this point. But since the cat's out of the bag, If you have any thoughts on what you see so far we'd love to hear it.
Monotone the skid plate, only have one Icon logo up front, and sell us the thing!
What I know about these shafts are that they are induction hardened and chrome plated, I'm not sure of the alloy used. I'm still kind of new around here so I'm not an authority on what ICON may have used in the past. If it's important to you, I can ask around.
I will find that out for you today. I think we were in the process of making up an infographic about that.
Early in the process we did some quick renderings with the ends turned up a bit and we thought it was just like you said, looked too much like a happy face. Your other comments are duly noted
Thanks guys. I didn't want to clutter this EXP thread too much with comments about the bumper, but your feedback is appreciated! BTW we also have a non-winch version that tucks up a lot tighter. I currently have it on my 2-door for evaluation.
