Rock Krawler Pro-X 4-Link Rear Conversion -- install, test, and review

[EvanPeterson]

It seems like the RK kit is garnering some attention. We pre-ordered ours the day it went live on the RK website. We got it installed last weekend, and did a road-trip to an off road park to test it out the next day. Here’s our review, and hopefully answers any questions you may have if you’re thinking about the system for yourself!

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[Dusty]

Nice video, watched it yesterday. I received my RK 4-link kit last week so I'll be installing one too. Your video gave me a good idea of what to expect. Thanks!

BTW, you can get up-travel limiters for your Icon coilovers, that should solve your 37's rubbing at full bump.

 

[EvanPeterson]

Nice video, watched it yesterday. I received my RK 4-link kit last week so I'll be installing one too. Your video gave me a good idea of what to expect. Thanks!

BTW, you can get up-travel limiters for your Icon coilovers, that should solve your 37's rubbing at full bump.

Thanks! You’re gonna love the kit!

As to, setting ride height on my coilovers… Really? I figured because I went with the lower-cost Icons at the time (stage 3) without remote reservoirs, and quick adjustment option… that I can only adjust the ride height overall with the collar.

 

[Dusty]

Thanks! You’re gonna love the kit!

As to, setting ride height on my coilovers… Really? I figured because I went with the lower-cost Icons at the time (stage 3) without remote reservoirs, and quick adjustment option… that I can only adjust the ride height overall with the collar.

No the up-travel limiter is a simple collar that goes on the shaft under the bump-stop. It doesn't affect ride height or require any adjustment to the coilspring. You can install it without having to disassemble the shock. ICON Coilover 3/8" Bump Stop Spacer Kit, 7/8" Shaft ICON Coilover 3/8" Bump Stop Spacer Kit, 7/8" Shaft - Icon Vehicle Dynamics

 

[EvanPeterson]

No the up-travel limiter is a simple collar that goes on the shaft under the bump-stop. It doesn't affect ride height or require any adjustment to the coilspring. You can install it without having to disassemble the shock. ICON Coilover 3/8" Bump Stop Spacer Kit, 7/8" Shaft ICON Coilover 3/8" Bump Stop Spacer Kit, 7/8" Shaft - Icon Vehicle Dynamics

Awesome! Thanks! I’m gonna try those before dropping bigger $$$ on the other choices!

 

[Felix808]

Looks like a nice kit for the 2 door guys .

 

[EvanPeterson]

Looks like a nice kit for the 2 door guys .

From what I’ve seen/heard… works even better for the 4-Door crew!

 

[Felix808]

From what I’ve seen/heard… works even better for the 4-Door crew!

Interesting

Nope I'm good, not going down that hole

 

[EvanPeterson]

Interesting

Nope I'm good, not going down that hole

Fair enough… I would be lying if I didn’t have moments of “ohhhh crap” as the stock brackets were getting cut off.

 

[Felix808]

Fair enough… I would be lying if I didn’t have moments of “ohhhh crap” as the stock brackets were getting cut off.

20 Years ago, I'd be all over it . I'm at the point of where I have the truck where I want it & it works pretty good for my use & I'm not pushing for every edge I can get these days.
There is also something to be said with keeping some things stock .

 

[Bird Dog Off Road]

No the up-travel limiter is a simple collar that goes on the shaft under the bump-stop. It doesn't affect ride height or require any adjustment to the coilspring. You can install it without having to disassemble the shock. ICON Coilover 3/8" Bump Stop Spacer Kit, 7/8" Shaft ICON Coilover 3/8" Bump Stop Spacer Kit, 7/8" Shaft - Icon Vehicle Dynamics

Wonder if @Radflo Shocks has this option as well. @Metal 4x4 any idea? I'm getting this kit as well and have the RadFlo set up with adjusters and ET fronts.

 

[Max1h]

Nice video I’ve had my eye on this for a while.. do you think I’ll see anything noticeable with stock sas bilstiens?

 

[EvanPeterson]

Nice video I’ve had my eye on this for a while.. do you think I’ll see anything noticeable with stock sas bilstiens?

Thanks!

The guys at @Exodus4x4 have been running it for a couple months on a rig with stock Bilsteins for a while (albeit with portals) but it made a huge difference for them also!

 

[EvanPeterson]

20 Years ago, I'd be all over it . I'm at the point of where I have the truck where I want it & it works pretty good for my use & I'm not pushing for every edge I can get these days.
There is also something to be said with keeping some things stock .

That’s fair. I bought the cheapest option with Sasquatch possible in 2021…. I may have opted to leave it alone if it had all the finer things on it from the factory

 

[Bellime]

I think it was time to replace the whole rear axle, UD60. Save the OEM intact.

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