Are there any options available for the front a_arms without going to a LT set-up? With the type of riding I do, the LT would be a great disadvantage because of the width increase.
Also, any experience with after-market shocks on the stock a-arm set-up? What type and where do I get some?
I am referring to the front suspension in this post.

I have + 2" arms on the front of mine and the width don't hurt anything in the
trails, you will need new shocks and have to extend the length of the tie rods.
http://pilotodyssey.com/LTfront2.htm

I did the works up front on stock arms, it is definatey better than stock.

Works , Fox, and I think, Elba are a few companies doing shocks for pilots

I blew thru a few set of front shocks before switching.