Sway bar disconnect on a non Rubi

[d k]

Anybody know what all is involved in adding this feature after purchase?

It seems like really good option for off road, wondering if possible to add on a Sport?

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[Jeeperjamie]

You can get quick disconnect sway bar links

https://www.extremeterrain.com/tera...nnect-kit-for-0-to-450-inch-lift-1764000.html

https://www.quadratec.com/p/jks-man...ker-disconnects-jeep-wrangler-jl-gladiator-jt

 

[Jeeperjamie]

I made some homemade ones for my JKU when I had it. You could probably do the same on the JT, just requires buying the bolts and swapping them out.

 

[WK2JT]

The SwayLok is another similar alternative. Two camps here and not trying to start a debate. Both are excellent options for providing additional articulation.

 

[Alabama Mud Machine]

If I did not have a Rubicon, I would most-likely get a nice quality set of QD sway bar discos.

 

[DocMike]

At what point is it worth it to install a Rubicon styled aftermarket disconnect?
Legit question. I mean we look at the best cost effective way to do things and buying a Sport or Sport S and installing superior aftermarket products becomes a solid option.

 

[Alabama Mud Machine]

At what point is it worth it to install a Rubicon styled aftermarket disconnect?
Legit question. I mean we look at the best cost effective way to do things and buying a Sport or Sport S and installing superior aftermarket products becomes a solid option.

Well, what I have been told, is that the Rubicon harness is different than the non-Rubicon models (but don't know if this is true or not???), so it would never be able to be integrated into the system the same way.

BUT, if the harness plugs ARE there (by chance) under the dash, and you have the Rubicon sway bar setup, and the factory switch panel... You MIGHT be able to talk a dealer into flashing your ECM with a Rubicon flash, or maybe if you have a Tazer JL Mini, you can activate that setting in your non-Rubi model, so the Sway bar disco actuation functions with the factory switch, and to get it to show up on your EVIC that it's conn/disconn on your dash, like it does on the Rubicon.

OR, another option, this might be something to email ZAutomotive about. They already have their Z Harness thing, that allows you to install the factory Rubicon locker switch in your dash, and lock & unlock user-installed lockers/Rubicon axles (just like a Rubicon) in your non-Rubicon models. I think the harness simply bypasses the ECM harness, and works like a standalone unit, but is activated with your Tazer JL Mini. Maybe this is also something they could look into adding to that setup???

 

[DocMike]

Dude, you are a good salesman for the Tazer. I will bow to your awesome. You know your shit. I'll be pulling the trigger on the Tazer soon. I cannot imagine it would be cost effective to have a different harness. I hate not having all of my off road vitals on the dash screen.


I just harassed onX Offroad about their lack of interface with apple CarPlay. I want those maps on my dash. Anyone else wanna join that campaign?

Well, what I have been told, is that the Rubicon harness is different than the non-Rubicon models (but don't know if this is true or not???), so it would never be able to be integrated into the system the same way.

BUT, if the harness plugs ARE there (by chance) under the dash, and you have a 8.4" radio setup, you MIGHT be able to talk a dealer into flashing your ECM with a Rubicon flash, or maybe if you have a Tazer JL Mini, you can activate that setting in your non-Rubi model, so the Sway bar disco actuation functions with the factory switch, and to get it to show up on your EVIC that it's conn/disconn on your dash, like it does on the Rubicon.

 

[Alabama Mud Machine]

Dude, you are a good salesman for the Tazer. I will bow to your awesome. You know your shit. I'll be pulling the trigger on the Tazer soon. I cannot imagine it would be cost effective to have a different harness. I hate not having all of my off road vitals on the dash screen.


I just harassed onX Offroad about their lack of interface with apple CarPlay. I want those maps on my dash. Anyone else wanna join that campaign?

Well, I figure if you're going to own a vehicle and accessories, you need to know exactly what all they do, and can do. I'm a bit of a mechanical-nerd. I like to know what something does AND how it works.

I have the 8.4" Navi, so I use the factory navigation system on mine, and use the BT connectivity with my phone for music, phone calls, etc... It works pretty good that way.

I have the 67 Designs phone mount, so my phone is easily accessible and directly to my off-right. And my music I have setup on playlists or, I turn on the Sirius XM app, and play my playlists through it. So I rarely have to access my phone while driving, unless someone sends a text message, which I need to disable that on my radio. I get tired the "Incoming Text Message from ______" messages on the Jeep radio screen. That shit gets annoying.

 

[DocMike]

I drove a 53 Buick as a daily for years. Talk about lead sled in the snow out here. Vacuum powered wipers... You'd step on the gas and they would stop. Bias ply white walls. My last 4x4 was a K20 burban with a Muncie. Literally too dumb to die. All of the lane departure and collision assist stuff stresses me out.

I do Underground Garage on Sirius. I'd like my trail maps accessible on that big navi. I will never rock crawl a DD but overlanding is becoming very appealing. Looking at the balance between what is in the aftermarket and what is from the dealer.

Well, I figure if you're going to own a vehicle and accessories, you need to know exactly what all they do, and can do. I'm a bit of a mechanical-nerd. I like to know what something does AND how it works.

I have the 8.4" Navi, so I use the factory navigation system on mine, and use the BT connectivity with my phone for music, phone calls, etc... It works pretty good that way.

I have the 67 Designs phone mount, so my phone is easily accessible and directly to my off-right. And my music I have setup on playlists or, I turn on the Sirius XM app, and play my playlists through it. So I rarely have to access my phone while driving, unless someone sends a text message, which I need to disable that on my radio. I get tired the "Incoming Text Message from ______" messages on the Jeep radio screen. That shit gets annoying.

 

[Alabama Mud Machine]

I didn't think about the offroad maps...But that's a good point.

 

[DocMike]

Which is why I am asking people to message the onX offroad developers.
I want those maps on that center display. I'd like that touch screen interface. After getting back in on trail this weekend with my kids and finding it not marked properly the wise decision was to head back the way we came. No big deal, but frustrating.

I didn't think about the offroad maps...But that's a good point.

 

[LostWoods]

New body harness or a custom pigtail tapped into the main harness connector, the parts up front, the button, and a flash.

Or, just do the easy thing and get an Anti-Rock for $500 when Northridge sends out a discount code. Even off road, sway bars serve a purpose and the Anti-Rock is the best compromise of on-road manners and off-road flex.

@Alabama Mud Machine I think the Z Harness is for Rubicon only and just allows the control of aftermarket units while keeping integration with the stock logic. At least, that's what I get from their description. Stupid, IMO, because part of the appeal of aftermarket lockers is the ability to use them at any time and not be stuck with a F+R and R only modes only in 4Lo.

 

[Alabama Mud Machine]

New body harness or a custom pigtail tapped into the main harness connector, the parts up front, the button, and a flash.

Or, just do the easy thing and get an Anti-Rock for $500 when Northridge sends out a discount code. Even off road, sway bars serve a purpose and the Anti-Rock is the best compromise of on-road manners and off-road flex.

@Alabama Mud Machine I think the Z Harness is for Rubicon only and just allows the control of aftermarket units while keeping integration with the stock logic. At least, that's what I get from their description. Stupid, IMO, because part of the appeal of aftermarket lockers is the ability to use them at any time and not be stuck with a F+R and R only modes only in 4Lo.

Tazer lets you disco the sway bar and/or lock the rear locker in 2wd......And I think the F&R in both 4HI and 4LOW. Not sure about that last part, though.

I never read much about the Z Harness thing... So, not sure about it. You could be 100% correct. I'll take your word for it, it's not worth my time researching since I already have a Rubicon.

Maybe later if I swap to D60... But even if I do, I'll be running the Mopar D60's with 4.88's and E-lockers, that way they work with the factory harness for my Rubicon without needing a modification.

 

[WK2JT]

New body harness or a custom pigtail tapped into the main harness connector, the parts up front, the button, and a flash.

Or, just do the easy thing and get an Anti-Rock for $500 when Northridge sends out a discount code. Even off road, sway bars serve a purpose and the Anti-Rock is the best compromise of on-road manners and off-road flex.

@Alabama Mud Machine I think the Z Harness is for Rubicon only and just allows the control of aftermarket units while keeping integration with the stock logic. At least, that's what I get from their description. Stupid, IMO, because part of the appeal of aftermarket lockers is the ability to use them at any time and not be stuck with a F+R and R only modes only in 4Lo.

Yeah, I asked Z Auto about using the Rubi switch to control ARB’s on an Overland. They said it wouldn’t work without a Rubi control module (don’t recall which one they said, drivetrain???).

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