So I ran across a few people suggesting the removal of the front sway bar. At first I dismissed the idea as blasphemy, but decided I liked the idea for off roading and the fact that disconnects aren't available or likely even possible.
I had a look at what would be involved and lo and behold it couldn't get much simpler so I figured I would give it a go. So after removal of the 6- 17mm(I had to use a crescent wrench to hold the end links for those that are wondering/ looking for a writeup) nuts/bolts and re and re of the 2- 10mm skid plate bolts. My truck was several pounds lighter and I was ready to venture out into the world sans sway bar.
Well I can honestly say it won't be going back on! The suspension that was borderline harsh to the point where I would avoid manhole covers was now plenty soft and smooth. Soft curbs and speed bumps are soaked up so much better now. Was there extra body roll many may be wondering at this point; sure there is. But it's not significant and the smoother ride makes up for that by a mile! As and added bonus, I personally HATE understeer, which given the size of the front sway bar should be pretty much a non issue anymore so come winter I'll be ready to let the tail wag. :-D
Now I'm looking forward to getting off road to see the improvements there and wondering if removing the rear sway bar might tame the jumpy back end a little. I think the turning radius may even be a little tighter when parking. Definitely a worthy mod even on a mostly stock PRO-4X.
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I had a look at what would be involved and lo and behold it couldn't get much simpler so I figured I would give it a go. So after removal of the 6- 17mm(I had to use a crescent wrench to hold the end links for those that are wondering/ looking for a writeup) nuts/bolts and re and re of the 2- 10mm skid plate bolts. My truck was several pounds lighter and I was ready to venture out into the world sans sway bar.
Well I can honestly say it won't be going back on! The suspension that was borderline harsh to the point where I would avoid manhole covers was now plenty soft and smooth. Soft curbs and speed bumps are soaked up so much better now. Was there extra body roll many may be wondering at this point; sure there is. But it's not significant and the smoother ride makes up for that by a mile! As and added bonus, I personally HATE understeer, which given the size of the front sway bar should be pretty much a non issue anymore so come winter I'll be ready to let the tail wag. :-D
Now I'm looking forward to getting off road to see the improvements there and wondering if removing the rear sway bar might tame the jumpy back end a little. I think the turning radius may even be a little tighter when parking. Definitely a worthy mod even on a mostly stock PRO-4X.
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