Sway Bar end links rattling, options for replacement

[DAVfoto]

Found the cause for some clank sounds when hitting bumps and small potholes and it's the end links. Tapped with a rubber mallet and it seems to make a sound.

I know there are some aftermarket options out there but is it really necessary to go that route or just go with new stock versions? Also is the sway bar something that could cause issue down the road and need to be replaced or just the end links themselves?

If anyone has gone aftermarket, which companies have you gone with and have you noticed handling changes or better characteristics?

Thank you!

 

[Chris in DSM]

my '18 has been making similar rattling when hitting potholes n bumps also. Sounds like the exact same thing, but it's scheduled to go to the dealer as I'm not mechanically inclined. definitely interested though if there's a better option than replacing with the same thing that rattles at 50k miles

 

[DAVfoto]

It looks like a pretty straight forward install. Just need to figure out what the torque specs are on each bolt.

 

[isis]

Swaybar is as close to a hammer as a car part could be. Endlinks once in a while maybe and bushings once or twice through the life of the vehicle. Unless you’re in a hard accident just pop some new stock ones on and get on with your life.

 

[DAVfoto]

That's probably what I will do. I have been thinking of the GJ disconnects but not sure if really needed.

 

[adribnd19raptor]

Having the same issue with my 19 eco boost black widow edition with 86k has any one removed rhe sway bar completely or installed a after market set up

 

[JohnyPython]

My PS end links is rattling again. First set replaced under warranty.

I looked for aftermarket but didn’t find anything.

Perhaps they’re just a wear item and just need to be swapped out.

 

[blwn]

Bumping this up as I just saw Dorman makes an end link for the Gen2 raptor now according to rockauto:

More Information for DORMAN SL87345PR

Probably still worth the extra $$ for OEM but at least there is another option now.

 

[nikhsub1]

Finally an alternative... not even Moog makes them for the gen 2. I replaced mine at around 30k miles... If they go titsup again I think I'd try these Dorman units...

 

[Nick Masturzo]

Just replaced my links and bushings, amen ,the rattle is gone.