lower control arms
lower control arms Just wondering ... what do these help do as a part of the suspension set up? I am currently upgrading my whole suspension set up and wondering if this was a needed component right at the start or should it be done towards the end?
Also who makes the best LCAs for the money?
Thanks in advance.
Also who makes the best LCAs for the money?
Thanks in advance.
okay. well im lowered, and the main reason i got the adjustable ones is because i put LCA brackets on at the same time. and sometimes the lca brackets will throw off your rear end. i went with the poly/rod end because the poly end help eliminate road noise in the car, and the rod end allows movement in the rear. my phb is rod/rod btw
mine are UMI
mine are UMI
Hello,
The control arms aren't a necessary item but are a nice upgrade. They are designed to improve traction, eliminate wheel hop and to keep the rear planted better to the ground. We have control arm sets starting at a very inexpensive price. For a car that see's the twisties I recommend the rod/poly set-up like previously mentioned. They are seen here- www.umiperformance.com/2016
One thing I recommend on a handling car is a panhard bar and I will install this before the control arms. It will keep the rear stable under the vehicle and also help you make any adjustments if you lower the car. Here is the item I recommend for your application- www.umiperformance.com/2022
Please let me know if you need help with your suspension rebuild and I will be glad to assist you
Ryan
The control arms aren't a necessary item but are a nice upgrade. They are designed to improve traction, eliminate wheel hop and to keep the rear planted better to the ground. We have control arm sets starting at a very inexpensive price. For a car that see's the twisties I recommend the rod/poly set-up like previously mentioned. They are seen here- www.umiperformance.com/2016
One thing I recommend on a handling car is a panhard bar and I will install this before the control arms. It will keep the rear stable under the vehicle and also help you make any adjustments if you lower the car. Here is the item I recommend for your application- www.umiperformance.com/2022
Please let me know if you need help with your suspension rebuild and I will be glad to assist you
Ryan
6 months ago. you would be right.
poly for straight
rod for curves
but with the new style that 6Litereater sells. you have a controll arm that will do ever thing. and is best bang for the buck
Texass, look at the link in my sig.
Hello,
The control arms aren't a necessary item but are a nice upgrade. They are designed to improve traction, eliminate wheel hop and to keep the rear planted better to the ground. We have control arm sets starting at a very inexpensive price. For a car that see's the twisties I recommend the rod/poly set-up like previously mentioned. They are seen here- www.umiperformance.com/2016
One thing I recommend on a handling car is a panhard bar and I will install this before the control arms. It will keep the rear stable under the vehicle and also help you make any adjustments if you lower the car. Here is the item I recommend for your application- www.umiperformance.com/2022
Please let me know if you need help with your suspension rebuild and I will be glad to assist you
Ryan
The control arms aren't a necessary item but are a nice upgrade. They are designed to improve traction, eliminate wheel hop and to keep the rear planted better to the ground. We have control arm sets starting at a very inexpensive price. For a car that see's the twisties I recommend the rod/poly set-up like previously mentioned. They are seen here- www.umiperformance.com/2016
One thing I recommend on a handling car is a panhard bar and I will install this before the control arms. It will keep the rear stable under the vehicle and also help you make any adjustments if you lower the car. Here is the item I recommend for your application- www.umiperformance.com/2022
Please let me know if you need help with your suspension rebuild and I will be glad to assist you
Ryan
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im going to be running an over the axle y 3". what phb do you recommend? btw my car will be lowered in the next few months (strano setup).
Hello,
The control arms aren't a necessary item but are a nice upgrade. They are designed to improve traction, eliminate wheel hop and to keep the rear planted better to the ground. We have control arm sets starting at a very inexpensive price. For a car that see's the twisties I recommend the rod/poly set-up like previously mentioned. They are seen here- www.umiperformance.com/2016
One thing I recommend on a handling car is a panhard bar and I will install this before the control arms. It will keep the rear stable under the vehicle and also help you make any adjustments if you lower the car. Here is the item I recommend for your application- www.umiperformance.com/2022
Please let me know if you need help with your suspension rebuild and I will be glad to assist you
Ryan
The control arms aren't a necessary item but are a nice upgrade. They are designed to improve traction, eliminate wheel hop and to keep the rear planted better to the ground. We have control arm sets starting at a very inexpensive price. For a car that see's the twisties I recommend the rod/poly set-up like previously mentioned. They are seen here- www.umiperformance.com/2016
One thing I recommend on a handling car is a panhard bar and I will install this before the control arms. It will keep the rear stable under the vehicle and also help you make any adjustments if you lower the car. Here is the item I recommend for your application- www.umiperformance.com/2022
Please let me know if you need help with your suspension rebuild and I will be glad to assist you
Ryan
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Verdad Gallardo All our panhard bars will clear just fine with your exhaust. I would defiantly recommend an adjustable set-up since you are lowering the car.
Let me know if I can help anymore.
Thank you!
Ryan
I still think the best bang for the buck is the stock LCA's with moog bushings. It helps resolve wheel hop on launches but still doesn't bind in the corners. The Johnny Joint from 6LE is a great way to go as well if you have the money though. If you are lowered you should really get an adjustable PHB though to recenter the rear. The on car adjustable PHB with poly ends from UMI is a great peice (the one I have on my car).
IMO, If your budget permits get the DKT's, in the long run you'll save money because they're the last LCAs you'll ever buy, plus if you get them with the J.Js. they're fully rebuildable, have great articulation, and are as quiet as stock!
If the DKT's are outside your budget another great choice is J&M LCAs w/3pc.poly ball bushings!
It's on my long list 
I've experienced the J&M's (not on my car) and to me they are great. Again, it's a cheap effective option and is much cheaper to replace bushings for than rod ends.
IMO, If your budget permits get the DKT's, in the long run you'll save money because they're the last LCAs you'll ever buy, plus if you get them with the J.Js. they're fully rebuildable, have great articulation, and are as quiet as stock!
If the DKT's are outside your budget another great choice is J&M LCAs w/3pc.poly ball bushings!
If the DKT's are outside your budget another great choice is J&M LCAs w/3pc.poly ball bushings!
Hope that helps!
Ryan
