Should you replace all control arms at the same time?
It is not necessary to replace both lower or both upper control arms if one is bad, but often they wear out at roughly the same mileage. If one control arm is bad and the other is on its way, it makes sense to replace both arms at once. This way, you only need to do the wheel alignment once.
Why do my control arms keep going bad?
Over time, the control arm assembly can become worn or bent. These assemblies normally wear out between 90,000 and 100,000 miles. They can wear out faster if you go over a large pothole or are involved in a car accident. Various parts of the assembly may wear out as well, such as the bushings or ball joints.
Do aftermarket control arms make a difference?
Aftermarket control arms often weigh less than OEM control arms, reducing unsprung suspension weight and improving ride quality. Aftermarket control arms can also accommodate replacement shocks that offer better all-around performance than OEM shocks.
Are tubular control arms worth it?
We’ve all heard these hype words – “tubular control arms.” They’re buzzwords in suspension, just like coil-overs. Right off the bat, a tubular control arm is going to be all new. No worn-out bushings cracked mounting points, sloppy ball joints, or ugly appearance. Yes, QA1 tubular control arms are worth it!
What are the different types of control arm bolts?
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What kind of control arms do Summit Racing use?
Summit Racing offers hundreds of upper and lower control arms for your vehicle. We carry control arms from Moog, Dorman, UMI Performance, Steeda, QA1, Proforged, Beck/Arnley, and many more! Explore thousands of control arms and get the perfect ones for your application.
Can a car be set with upper control arms?
To set the camber properly with adjustable upper control arms, the vehicle needs to get an alignment by somebody that really understands what is going on. Some vehicles don’t come with adjustable camber ability from the factory, so when a car like this arrives at an alignment shop and needs the camber corrected, panic can sometimes ensue.
When do you need an adjustable control arm?
Adjusting camber is a huge factor when it comes to racing, stance, and the lowering or lifting a vehicle. When a lowering kit or a lift kit is installed on a car or truck, adjustable control arms are often needed to correct the negative or positive camber that goes along with them.