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Fox ATS WOW!!!

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Old Oct 7, 2013 | 04:25 PM
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What a unbelievable change in steering. This stabilizer is amazing. I know the cost scares most away but essentially you are getting a kit.

Fox shock and raised mount from Synergy = $250. Tie rod clamp $50. I ran this setup and it did not touch the new ATS. For only $25-$50 more dollars depending on where you buy from.

I was a bit hesitant till a friend bought and absolutely loved the feel.
0 push. Just a very controlled/dampened front end. Fwiw ... I pretty much fixed all my steering issues. My Synergy Highsteer was one of the better mods. Teraflex TB and 9/16 bolt kit.
CA drop brackets for now until I decide on a LA or SA.
The Fox ATS was just the finishing touch.

Awesome mod !!!! Just wanted to share
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Old Oct 7, 2013 | 04:55 PM
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What's that at the end of the stabilizer near the diff cover?You may think you fixed your steering problems but you just put a band aid on it.A jeep that's been fixed of steering issues is running no stabilizer
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Old Oct 7, 2013 | 05:04 PM
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Originally Posted by familytime
What's that at the end of the stabilizer near the diff cover?You may think you fixed your steering problems but you just put a band aid on it.A jeep that's been fixed of steering issues is running no stabilizer
That rod sticking out is the stabilizer shaft. ATS... Adjustable Through the Shaft. I agree with you, a steering stabilizer may only mask the real problems if you're swapping one due to driving issues, like death wobble. It doesn't necessarily fix the problem.

However, if there's no issues except maybe your SS crapped out on you, this looks like a cool upgrade.

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Old Oct 7, 2013 | 05:08 PM
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I have ran without. No issues. Just a firmer more stable ride.
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Old Oct 7, 2013 | 05:27 PM
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The ATS is awesome, I'd be all over one if it were a bit cheaper.
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Old Oct 7, 2013 | 05:54 PM
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Even if it was cheaper it is still just a SS , about the only real difference I could really see is that the fluid they use makes it a little more firm
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Old Oct 7, 2013 | 06:02 PM
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Originally Posted by kjeeper10
What a unbelievable change in steering. This stabilizer is amazing. I know the cost scares most away but essentially you are getting a kit.

Fox shock and raised mount from Synergy = $250. Tie rod clamp $50. I ran this setup and it did not touch the new ATS. For only $25-$50 more dollars depending on where you buy from.

I was a bit hesitant till a friend bought and absolutely loved the feel.
0 push. Just a very controlled/dampened front end. Fwiw ... I pretty much fixed all my steering issues. My Synergy Highsteer was one of the better mods. Teraflex TB and 9/16 bolt kit.
CA drop brackets for now until I decide on a LA or SA.
The Fox ATS was just the finishing touch.

Awesome mod !!!! Just wanted to share

I wondered if the Fox clamp would fit ok with the larger diameter Synergy tie rod, good to know.
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Old Oct 7, 2013 | 06:07 PM
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I love when people bag on a product they have zero experience with. :rolleyes: Good review op. I have been thinking about getting this as well. I've always read good things from folks who actually use them.
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Old Oct 7, 2013 | 06:14 PM
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I formed my own round of neg opinions. Posted the same thoughts.
It's really not all that bad in cost considering its essentially a kit. Not just the shock.
I ran the Rancho 7000 before this. Good SS but the left push was present.

I won't post unless I feel its 100% worth it. Besides the Highsteer this by far is my best mod.
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Old Oct 7, 2013 | 06:24 PM
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I to upgraded my tie rod with the synergy chromoloy tie rod and Fox ATS SS and love it. It feels like I'm serving a car, I think it's well worth it. Great deal at Northridge 4x4.


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