Steering Stabilizer -- Recommendations?

[ENafziger]

I just ordered a Lorenz 2. 25 system with the dual leaf upgrade, and now I'm looking for a steering stabilizer. I'll be running 37" Toyo MTs, so I probably need something a little more robust than stock.

The problem is, I can't find anything available to fit my application. I like the Carli/Defiant dual setup (even though it's a little pricey), but I understand that it won't work with the MagHytec front diff cover I have.

It looks like Don Thuren, Kore, and Radflo offer a single stabilizer design that will work with the MagHytec, but they all mount in a location similar to the stock setup. Last time I went offroad on some mild trails, I came back with a dented and bent OEM stabilizer, so I'd like to go with something that is in a more protected location, or has a guard incorporated with it. I'd hate to repeatedly spend $250 - $300 for an upgraded single because of it being the lowest hanging part on the front end.

Does anyone know of a product that will work? Any experience with the Superlift SS select series? Any suggestions will be appreciated. Does a dual Carli/Defiant setup exist that will work with the MagHytec?

Thanks, Eric

 

[ENafziger]

Hmmm, not much response so far.

Is there really a need to go with anything other than the stock stabilizer? I'll be running 37" tires and have the Lorenz 2. 25" system. For those who have upgraded stabilizers, can you tell a differenc?

Thanks, Eric

 

[05mxdiesel]

I've been threw 2 stabilizers already from them getting dented offroading. I think the best solution for someone is to get the superlift bilstein one which has the benefits of a dual stabilizer but is cheap enough to replace if damaged. I love the carli setup but those fox stabilizers are $200 retail. I've been running cheap monroe replacements from Napa.

 

[demojoe]

first of all what do you think of the toyos you are running I hear alot of good things but what are they like on the highway do they talk to much what do you think and how do you drive I am very aggressive

second I have the kore system I love it the quality is top notch

 

[ENafziger]

what do you think of the toyos you are running

The Toyo M/Ts are great... aggressive tread, very quiet even on the highway, great traction in all conditions. I currently have 43K on mine, and they're shot, but my new wheels won't be in till January, so I don't have much choice.

I don't drive extremely aggressive, but am not afraid to use the truck to its capabilities either. I've been running 560 h. p/1000 ft-lbs through them too, and have towed probably 10k miles with them as well. --Eric

 

[NUKEMAN]

Hmmm, not much response so far.



Is there really a need to go with anything other than the stock stabilizer? I'll be running 37" tires and have the Lorenz 2. 25" system. For those who have upgraded stabilizers, can you tell a differenc?



Thanks, Eric

I run 37's and have the Skyjacker dual stabilizer setup. I honestly can't tell much of any difference from stock except the steering is slightly stiffer. I would stick to a single replacement like a Rancho or, if money isn't an issue, go with the Defiant setup. I would have gone with it had I known about it.

 

[DeezelDood]

I just ordered a Lorenz 2. 25 system with the dual leaf upgrade, and now I'm looking for a steering stabilizer. I'll be running 37" Toyo MTs, so I probably need something a little more robust than stock.



The problem is, I can't find anything available to fit my application. I like the Carli/Defiant dual setup (even though it's a little pricey), but I understand that it won't work with the MagHytec front diff cover I have.



It looks like Don Thuren, Kore, and Radflo offer a single stabilizer design that will work with the MagHytec, but they all mount in a location similar to the stock setup. Last time I went offroad on some mild trails, I came back with a dented and bent OEM stabilizer, so I'd like to go with something that is in a more protected location, or has a guard incorporated with it. I'd hate to repeatedly spend $250 - $300 for an upgraded single because of it being the lowest hanging part on the front end.



Does anyone know of a product that will work? Any experience with the Superlift SS select series? Any suggestions will be appreciated. Does a dual Carli/Defiant setup exist that will work with the MagHytec?



Thanks, Eric

Did you check out the Windecker Machine DSS (solidsteel. ca)?

 

[TAbbott]

I'm running steel 19. 5' Ricksons and 265/70R19. 5 G tires. This combination is heavy -- very heavy and nearly 35" tall as well. Anyway, I thought I needed a bit more in the way of steering stabilization and got the Skyjacker dual inline setup.



Pro's and con's are as follows: Con: They sit slightly lower than the stock set-up so you lose a little ground clearance. The clearance is approx. a wash, because you gain about as much ground clearance as you lose by running the bigger tires/wheels. Con: A slight amount of interference between the mounting bracket/u-bolt and the front differential cover when turned hard left against the stop. Need to add a shim to the stop so as not to let the wheels turn quite that sharp to the left.



Pro: No hint of wobble with them installed. Pro: With just a slight amount of modification to the Skyjacker supplied central mounting bracket (chamfering the hole in the main Skyjacker bracket that the oem stock stabilizer bolt goes through) you can also retain the oem stabilizer, giving a total of 3 stabilizer shocks in the system.



To say it feels solid is kind of an understatement. It still returns to center on it's own and drives fine. No bump steer at all makes it to the steering wheel. Hit a pothole or something and it just rolls through it with no pull on the steering wheel at all.



All in all, I'd recommend this setup unless you're doing a lot of off-roading where a skid plate of some sort would also be necessary to protect the stabilizers from getting ripped off in the rocks and such.



They still ride higher than the bottom of the front differential, but they are definitely in harms way if taking on really rough terrain.

 

[pwknapp]

Talk to Paul Fox at Defiant. His products are "top shelf". He also will customize his stuff to fit some different applications. He built a light bar with some additions for me and it is excellent as well as his service. JM. 02

 

[ENafziger]

Did you check out the Windecker Machine DSS (solidsteel. ca)?

Yes, I have installed a DSS, and the steering is tight. I'm stepping up to 37" tires, and will be pushing things a little harder since I now have the Lorenz 2. 25" kit. Plus, I have already damaged my stock stabilizer and it is now binding.

Thanks guys for all of the suggestions. The pros/cons on the superlift setup were great, and it helped in that decision. I believe I'll contact defiant first to see if they have a dual setup that will work with the MagHytec front diff cover.

My second choice I think would be Thurens Fox stabilizer, and third the OEM single replacement by Defiant.

Thanks! Eric