NOW AVAILABLE: BOSS "Walker Link" Sway Bar Shock System - Great alternative to disconnects!

[DriveAllNight]

For what it would cost to retro an OEM disconnect which would only gain about another inch and a half comparatively, it's a slam dunk with budget in mind, if that was the only factor.

One poster said he noticed more body roll when cornering, but how much? 'Not much' is very subjective.
I would love to see something somewhat quantitative comparing how it handles before and after, turns at speed, does it cause more over steer ? Nose diving, Rocking when straightening up after a turn?

I'm not pretending the Bronco was made to handle like a Porche, but too much body roll gets old fast when road tripping.

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[redone17]

Read this whole thread, they have some articulation numbers on like the second page. Problem with those AC Fab disconnects, the heim joints start to wear and get really loud. I've been running the Walker links for nearly a year now and have nothing but positive things to say about them. You won't get the amount of articulation with them as you would a disconnect but it definitely is better than a solid link. Plus you don't have to crawl under it to disconnect and connect!

Ah, I must have missed that. I have been following this thread since the beginning - and I remember them saying they were planning a comparison. Don't remember it becoming public. I will dig back in.

Also - what @DriveAllNight said

 

[Boss Broncos]

For what it would cost to retro an OEM disconnect which would only gain about another inch and a half comparatively, it's a slam dunk with budget in mind, if that was the only factor.

One poster said he noticed more body roll when cornering, but how much? 'Not much' is very subjective.
I would love to see something somewhat quantitative comparing how it handles before and after, turns at speed, does it cause more over steer ? Nose diving, Rocking when straightening up after a turn?

I'm not pretending the Bronco was made to handle like a Porche, but too much body roll gets old fast when road tripping.

Good questions...
The shocks have a 1.5" stroke, so that would be the limit to the amount of lean.
Per Walker Evans:
"With 1.5 inches of dampened action per side your shocks will be able to act independently until a point where the Walker Link has collapsed enough to now act like a rigid link under heavy loads and when cornering. You get the best of both worlds with these links, a more independent shock action at the initial stroke and a solid support under heavy loads, turning and when leaning on the sway bar."

This video shows varying terrain and some street driving so you can see how they work:


We just got back from United by Bronco and I towed a trailer in heavy winds and felt very stable, even with going up to 37" tires.

The feedback we've gotten is that yes, you will feel the difference, but it's not an unstable feeling, and once used to it, you don't really notice it. Another thing to note is that if lifted, a rear track bar relocation bracket helps to restore the lateral geometry and improve stability.

 

[Eljohno]

For what it would cost to retro an OEM disconnect which would only gain about another inch and a half comparatively, it's a slam dunk with budget in mind, if that was the only factor.

One poster said he noticed more body roll when cornering, but how much? 'Not much' is very subjective.
I would love to see something somewhat quantitative comparing how it handles before and after, turns at speed, does it cause more over steer ? Nose diving, Rocking when straightening up after a turn?

I'm not pretending the Bronco was made to handle like a Porche, but too much body roll gets old fast when road tripping.

You definitely can feel a difference, and how much is subjective. My wife didn't know I installed them and on our way to Colorado she asked me if I had done something as she said the ride felt a bit different especially the on and off ramps. I could feel a difference but had I not driven it before I would have thought it normal. My buddy took his sway bar completely off and you really feel it, but still not that bad.

 

[DriveAllNight]

You definitely can feel a difference, and how much is subjective. My wife didn't know I installed them and on our way to Colorado she asked me if I had done something as she said the ride felt a bit different especially the on and off ramps. I could feel a difference but had I not driven it before I would have thought it normal. My buddy took his sway bar completely off and you really feel it, but still not that bad.

Do you notice any over steering, especially with the off ramps? Do you find you have to slow down more than before for control?
Or just a slight weight shift ?
And when she noticed, did she think it was for the worse?
And I'm assuming if it is a negative with handling, that you feel the trade off is worth it?

Thank you for taking the time to answer- very much appreciated.

 

[Eljohno]

Do you notice any over steering, especially with the off ramps? Do you find you have to slow down more than before for control?
Or just a slight weight shift ?
And when she noticed, did she think it was for the worse?
And I'm assuming if it is a negative with handling, that you feel the trade off is worth it?

Thank you for taking the time to answer- very much appreciated.

No, I don't think there is any negative impact to driving on the street and traction off road IMO has improved! The best way I can explain it is the suspension feels looser but not in a bad way. No I don't think she felt it was worse just different, maybe she felt a little more body lean going into the ramps, not bad just different.

 

[kw_rc]

@Boss Broncos - I checked your site but couldn't find fitment info. Does this work with a '23 Wildtrak with HOSS 3.0.

 

[Boss Broncos]

@Boss Broncos - I checked your site but couldn't find fitment info. Does this work with a '23 Wildtrak with HOSS 3.0.

Fits all models (except not tested on Sport or Raptor). All have the same factory links that these replace.

 

[SROC3]

Fits all models (except not tested on Sport or Raptor). All have the same factory links that these replace.

How long till you have to service or rebuild them?

 

[Eljohno]

How long till you have to service or rebuild them?

I'd like to know that also! I've been running them for nearly a year now and check them ever once in awhile and have not seen any signs of leakage. I'm not sure if there is any amount of fluid in them that would show if the seals go bad.

 

[SROC3]

Another thing to note (other than the recommended service interval question), I have a 2 inch Eibach lift (SPRINGS ONLY) on my Sasquatch Bronco. This will work fine right? I did read previous posts, yes. But @Boss Broncos - for the answer. And no install videos or a PDF sheet? I looked all over.

 

[SierraBronco]

You definitely can feel a difference, and how much is subjective. My wife didn't know I installed them and on our way to Colorado she asked me if I had done something as she said the ride felt a bit different especially the on and off ramps. I could feel a difference but had I not driven it before I would have thought it normal. My buddy took his sway bar completely off and you really feel it, but still not that bad.

It’s funny-just yesterday I was driving down a road that’s terribly maintained and thinking “the bronco really does have a decent ride. How have I not noticed this before?” Then girly also mentioned how much nicer the ride feels lately. Didn’t really equate it to being the new Walker Links until after reading this thread, but that’s gotta be it. Nothing else changed.

Eventually I think I’ll get the Badlands swaybar system like BigMeats and combine the two.

 

[Eljohno]

It’s funny-just yesterday I was driving down a road that’s terribly maintained and thinking “the bronco really does have a decent ride. How have I not noticed this before?” Then girly also mentioned how much nicer the ride feels lately. Didn’t really equate it to being the new Walker Links until after reading this thread, but that’s gotta be it. Nothing else changed.

Eventually I think I’ll get the Badlands swaybar system like BigMeats and combine the two.

Yes it's subtle but definitely different. Possibly it's a softer, I like to say looser feel. I like it and definitely feel it helps the off-road qualities.

 

[SierraBronco]

Yes it's subtle but definitely different. Possibly it's a softer, I like to say looser feel. I like it and definitely feel it helps the off-road qualities.

Certainly noticed the increases articulation off-roading, but didn’t expect an improved ride in the city. I’ll take it.

 

[Boss Broncos]

How long till you have to service or rebuild them?

There's no set answer really... depends on your driving style, off-road use, and other factors, but should last several thousand miles, just like any other shock. Certainly if you notice them leaking a rebuild is needed for a new seal kit. I will see if Walker Evans has any further recommendations.

We've had them on for about a year now, with probably half of our 10k miles being off-road on some difficult trails, and everything is still in great condition.

Started off testing them with the stock Sasquatch suspension and now have a 1.4" front lift (minus the added winch weight) and 37" tires. From high speed desert runs to slower rock crawling, we've worked the suspension!

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