don't ladder bars allow the same type of restriction as a torque arm? it's just the length of the torque arm, i believe, that allows it to restrict the forward motion of the twisting action involved with the rear. set me straight if i am wrong. the unique factor of the four link, and the reason i am interested in it, is the ability to adjust the instant center. not to mention the other adjustments that it allows. combined with ladder bars, i don't think it's even in the same league as a torque arm. not to mention that it allows far wider tires. not that i am going to be in the 2000 hp area anytime soon, it's just planning ahead.
while the technology may be old, if it works why fix it?
just my humble opinion, you understand...