Control Arm Installation & Service
Control Arm Installation
Upper & Lower Long Arms
Long arms are the ultimate upgrade if you want maximum articulation, ground clearance, and improved handling on challenging terrain.
- Superior Articulation: Longer control arms allow for greater suspension travel, keeping your wheels in contact with the ground longer and improving traction.
- Enhanced Ride Quality: Long arms help to reduce suspension binding, leading to a smoother ride and less stress on your vehicle’s components during off-road excursions.
- Increased Ground Clearance: By moving the mounting points higher up, long arms often improve ground clearance, which is critical when navigating rocky or uneven terrain.
Perfect for: Rock crawlers, desert runners, and off-road vehicles that need top-tier performance and durability.
Control Arm Installation
Adjustable Control Arms
If you’ve modified your vehicle with a lift kit or larger tires, adjustable control arms allow you to fine-tune your suspension geometry, which can correct alignment issues caused by modifications.
- Precise Alignment Control: Adjustable arms allow for better control of caster, camber, and toe angles, ensuring your wheels remain aligned even after lifting your vehicle.
- Customizable for Different Terrain: You can adjust the arms to your specific off-road needs, allowing you to optimize performance for both street and off-road driving.
- Durable and Flexible: Adjustable arms are often built with heavy-duty materials to handle extreme off-road conditions while providing flexibility in set-up.
Perfect for: Lifted vehicles or 4x4s with significant suspension modifications.
Control Arm Installation
Lower Control Arms
On most off-road vehicles, the lower control arm handles the majority of the load and is responsible for keeping your suspension geometry in check.
- Heavy-Duty Load Bearing: Lower control arms support most of the vehicle's weight and absorb the brunt of off-road forces, making them essential for durability.
- Improved Suspension Geometry: They help maintain correct alignment of your suspension system, which is vital for handling uneven terrain.
- Enhanced Off-Road Capability: Reinforced lower control arms are often designed to withstand the rough impacts and stresses that come with off-roading.
Perfect for: Vehicles with a stock or moderately upgraded suspension system.
Control Arm Installation
Upper Control Arms
Upper control arms are found on independent front suspension (IFS) systems. They play a crucial role in controlling wheel movement and maintaining proper suspension alignment, especially when lifting the vehicle.
- Better Geometry for Lifting: When lifting your vehicle, upper control arms help maintain proper suspension geometry, reducing stress on other suspension components.
- Improved Front-End Performance: UCAs help maintain control over your front suspension’s movement, resulting in better stability during high-speed off-roading and when negotiating obstacles.
- Increased Durability: Aftermarket UCAs are often built with stronger materials, providing increased resistance to off-road stresses.
Perfect for: Vehicles with IFS or lifted 4x4s needing improved front suspension alignment and geometry.
