Mine broke the same way without any lift. Happened when I was putting things back together after replacing ball joints. I think they are a bad design.

Check out my post HERE to see the ones that I made to replace them. You can even make them as long as needed.

--Dave

1999 Rodeo LS 3.2 4x4 5 Speed
32x11.50-15 BFG T/A KO on US Wheel 94 series
3" Lift - Rancho 9000x
Rear No-Slip Locker
Flowmaster 50 series SUV 2.25"

There is a very fine line between "hobby" and "mental illness." - Dave Barry