Sway Bar end links: Maxx, Lorenz, or Thuren?

[TradedV-10foraCummins]

My end links are shot, and I can't decide which to go with? Maxx has bushings on both ends, Lorenz has a heim on one end and a bushing on the other, and Thuren has a heim on both ends. I liked the Maxx links because of price and ease on install, but how does the suspension articulate with these; since the bushings are fixed on both ends of the link? Even the factory links have the ball joint on one end. Also, does anyone know if the Maxx links for lifted trucks are adjustable, or are you stuck with 3" longer links? (My truck is only lifted 2". ) Right now I'm leaning more toward Lorenz, but I'm open to suggestions/experiences. I've got to get something ordered tomorrow morning. Thanks.

 

[SAronson]

I've had nothing but troubles with the MaxxLinks. The bushings keep tearing apart. I've got Skyjacker 2. 5" coils, and I think the length of the MaxxLink is TOO long. Any kind of articulation, and the bushings seem to rip.

 

[Regcabguy]

My friend's had Thuren's on for two years now living by the ocean. They're doing great. My Carli endlinks have worked well ,but have severe corrosion on the lower heim portion. I live by the ocean also. Thuren sent me some replacements. The Carli's have some cushion retaining the top rubber bushings,where Thuren's use upper and lower heims. Either one's good in their own way. Lorenz has a similiar design to Carli's also.

 

[CumminsBu]

I have Lorenz End Links for two year no problems. Stock rubber bushing at the top and heim at the bottom.

 

[Tejasdge]

I'm about to put on the Tuff Country adjustable links. Less than half the price of the others.



Sway Bar End-Links (Dodge) - Top Gun Customz



I like just about anything Thuren makes also.

 

[Curious Dave]

I have had MAXX and Thurens. Don's parts are the only way to go. If I get another truck I will not even begin to use factory parts. Don will get another call.

 

[Tinman]

Can't go wrong with Don's stuff. I'd recommend the dual hiems as they allow full range of articulation with binding.

 

[Prairie Dog]

The Maxx links have been great for me but I don't do any off-roading.

 

[Curious Dave]

They will fail the first time you go thru any kind of large articulation. I can see how they are good for just asphalt though.