Max Links swaybar links

[Wal_mart]

Just received max links swaybar links from Geno's. The end that goes to frame is tapered, the original is threaded. Do I have to taper the hole? There is no reference to this in install instructions. I have them installed because I had to ruin originals.

 

[jhenderson]

I installed MAXX Links on my 04. The threaded end fit in the tapered hole just fine.

 

[Wal_mart]

the ones I took out were just a threaded bolt, the maxx is tapered like a tierod.

 

[TimothyLong]

The '03's and the '04's (at least) have small POS end links that have the tapered bolt/hole. I had to use a puller to change mine. At some point, Dodge wised up and started using beefier end links that resemble the Lorenz Links I put on. I don't know what year they switched but the newer ones do not look like they have a tapered mounting bolt.

 

[Lorenz]

They changed in 2005. 5

The stems on the later 05. 5+ trucks are still a weak link and bend were they meet the antisway bar. I use grade 9 bolts and chromoly steel in our links, problem solved.

+++ Stabilizer Bar Extended Links for Dodge Suspension+++

Genos carries our end links as well with new bushings.

 

[Wal_mart]

The instructions don't indicate it, do you apply grease to the lower parts?

 

[CPittman]

Did you get the correct model year from Geno's?



My 2004 truck had the tapered holes in the axle mounts. Had to drive the old ones out with a heavy drift and a BIG hammer. I installed the BD end links which required drilling the axle mounts out to 9/16" dia. to receive the uprated mounting bolts.



This is what can happen with the '03-'04 YM trucks:

#ad




Drill the tab out to 9/16"

#ad

 

[Wal_mart]

You are correct Clark, these are for a 2005. My mistake, I ordered for a 2006 today. Thanks.