Strengthening Sasquatch Suspension ?

[Charky]

Looking to be educated (doesn't take much!)

The goal is to try and eliminate as many potential weak points as possible in the Sasquatch suspension before they fail. (Some of your experience off-roading other vehicles may translate.)
Two main areas:

1. What parts are most likely to fail, from most likely to least, (tie rods, lower control arm clearance....) so I can look to the aftermarket for upgrades?

2. If adding a fair amount of additional weight from aftermarket bumpers, a winch, skid plates, rails.... should the front springs be replaced? Longer, different spring rates?
2a. If springs are replaced, should the shocks be replaced as well?

Not looking to add 37" tires, just wanting to eliminate some fail points ahead of time and make any necessary changes, if any, to better support added weight, primarily over the front end.

Appreciate the help!

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[Charky]

Found this 32 minute video (Jeep focused):
https://outdoorzlives.com/top-10-things-you-might-break-off-roading-in-moab/

Milt from Dixie 4wheel drive: "I've seen people that can break an anvil with a rubber mallet."

 

[Silver-Bolt]

It's pretty early for people to find the factory weak links. The first reported weak link is the steering rack and tie rods. Beyond that I haven't seen any suspension related failures. Not necessarily Bronco related but common to off-roading. The 4-link bars and rear shock mounts. Up front if you go with a winch and aftermarket bumper you will likely need to replace the springs. Which springs to get? Someone will need to have the factory spring rate tested. From there you can evaluate what length and spring rate you need. A lot also depends on the type of wheeling you intend to do.

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