{"product_id":"2022-bronco-raptor-heavy-duty-billet-top-hat-stock-height","title":"Foutz Motorsports Heavy Duty Billet Top Hat - Stock Height 2022-2027 Ford Bronco Raptor","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUpgraded your stock front shock top hats that are prone to failure with the latest advancement from the team at Foutz Motorsports.  Our new Heavy Duty Billet Top Hat kit provides the ultimate in strength and durability for your Raptor by using bigger and stronger WSSX14T - wide series 7\/8 FK uniballs made with 17-4 stainless steel races and 400 series stainless steel ball.  These are the strongest Uniball available and provide more surface area on the ball than any other option.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOur new Heavy Duty Billet Top Hat not only uses the new stronger Uniball configuration but also employs a new threaded top retainer to help keep the Uniball in place and support the ring clip from coming loose under abuse.  The top cap threads into the main body and is retained with 4 stainless steel Allan screws to ensure it cant back out.  The new top cap design also adds extra support the the side of the Uniball where the center ball puts pressure on the race area to help keep the Uniball last longer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCNC-machined from 6061-T6 aluminum for a precise fit, this top hat is built for performance. We use only high-quality FK uniballs, paired with Uniball spacers made from 17-4 stainless steel, ensuring long-lasting strength and reliability.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis kit includes 12mm studs designed to match Bronco Raptor shock towers and maintains the factory ride height—no lift added. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy You Need This Upgrade:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe OEM top hat relies on a rubber bushing, which is prone to failure—especially when aftermarket springs are installed.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFailure of the factory bushing can allow the shock to drop out of the spring bucket, potentially damaging other suspension components.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrevents costly suspension damage by replacing the weak link in your stock setup with a robust billet solution.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's different from a standard Billet Top Hat Kits?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe original billet top hat uses a 3\/4 standard FK Uniball and the new Heavy Duty Billet Top hat uses a WSSX14T 7\/8\" Uniball that provides nearly double the overall strength of the standard 3\/4\" standard Uniball\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe addition of the threaded top retainer ensures the Uniball ring clip can't come out and let the bearing shift or fail.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe new threaded top retainer was also designed so that it holds pressure on the side of the bearing race at the thinnest area where it has the most pressure from the center ball to support the side of the race and making the bearing last much longer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e• Precision Machined:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e CNC-machined from 6061-T6 aluminum for a perfect fit and maximum durability.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e• Upgraded Bearing Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Features a larger FK uniball with a new thread-in top retainer for better bearing support and retention.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e• Premium Materials: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFK WSSX14T uniballs for industry-leading strength and performance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e17-4 stainless steel uniball spacers for exceptional wear resistance and longevity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e• Bronco Raptor Compatible:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Uses 12mm studs to fit 2022 and up shock towers for Bronco Raptor.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e• Stock Height Retention:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Designed to maintain factory ride height—no lift added.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-ogsc=\"black\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePREVENT THIS FAILURE FROM HAPPENING\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-ogsc=\"black\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eand replace your factory top hat with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eour \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-ogsc=\"black\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNEW BILLET ALUMINUM TOP HATS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eif you plan on doing some serious off-roading with progressive after-market coils or want to add more preload to your factory shocks - \u003cstrong\u003ewe highly recommend pairing these Billet Top Hats with our \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Bronco Raptor Front Limit Strap Kit for Stock Lower A-Arm\" href=\"https:\/\/www.foutzmotorsports.com\/products\/bronco-raptor-2022-front-limit-strap-bump-stop-kit-stock-lower-arm\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFront Limit Strap Kit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.foutzmotorsports.com\/products\/gen-3-raptor-front-limit-strap-kit-for-stock-suspension-parts?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=d6a03d383\u0026amp;_ss=r\" title=\"Ford Raptor (2021-2024) Front Limit Strap Kit for Stock Lower A-Arm\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003ethat features a mounting bracket with a built-in bump pad\u003cspan\u003e and a front bump stop. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Bronco Raptor Front Limit Strap Kit for Stock Lower A-Arm\" href=\"https:\/\/www.foutzmotorsports.com\/products\/bronco-raptor-2022-front-limit-strap-bump-stop-kit-stock-lower-arm\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e(details)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKit Includes:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e(6) M12 - 1.5 x 40 \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e(4) Pivot Spacers \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:100%;\"\u003e\n  \u003cstyle\u003e\n    \/* Scoped CSS for this dropdown only *\/\n    .fmi-dropdown summary {\n      font-weight: 600;\n      font-size: 16px;\n      cursor: pointer;\n      background: #000;\n      color: #FFD700;\n      padding: 10px;\n      border-radius: 4px;\n      list-style: none; \/* remove default arrow *\/\n      position: relative;\n    }\n\n    \/* Custom arrow *\/\n    .fmi-dropdown summary::after {\n      content: \"▼\";\n      position: absolute;\n      right: 15px;\n      transition: transform 0.3s ease;\n    }\n\n    \/* Rotate arrow when open *\/\n    .fmi-dropdown[open] summary::after {\n      transform: rotate(180deg);\n    }\n\n    \/* Content inside dropdown *\/\n    .fmi-dropdown-content {\n      margin-top: 10px;\n      font-size: 14px;\n      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The uniball is pressed into the billet aluminum housing that we manufacture and the uniball will wear out over time but can be easily replaced with a low cost replacement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n      \u003cp\u003eThe amount of time the uniball will last is variable and will differ from customer to customer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n      \u003cp\u003eThe uniballs are not something we manufacture at Foutz Motorsports. We use industry leading FK rod ends uniballs in all of our suspension components to ensure the best possible quality for your kit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n      \u003cp\u003eThe uniball is designed to be a wear item and to be replaced when they start to wear out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n      \u003cp\u003eFor the Heavy Duty billet top hat we use the FK uniball part number \u003cstrong\u003eWSSX14T\u003c\/strong\u003e and you can find that replacement part at this link: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.foutzmotorsports.com\/collections\/serviceable-parts\/products\/wssx14t-uniball-0-875-bore-wssx14t-fk-bearings-plain-spherical-bearings\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eFK WSSX14T Replacement Uniball\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n","brand":"Foutz Motorsports","offers":[{"title":"Raw - Billet Aluminum","offer_id":44369343840359,"sku":"FMI050103970340100","price":629.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"FOX Orange Anodized","offer_id":44369343873127,"sku":"FMI050103970340192","price":629.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black Anodize","offer_id":44369343905895,"sku":"FMI050103970340191","price":629.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0353\/0865\/files\/2022-23-24-25-bronco-raptor-heavy-duty-billet-top-hat-stock-shock_5.png?v=1786035313","url":"https:\/\/apollooffroad.com\/products\/2022-bronco-raptor-heavy-duty-billet-top-hat-stock-height","provider":"Apollo Off-Road","version":"1.0","type":"link"}