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2022-02-11

How To Replace A Control Arm?

The lower control arm connects the steering knuckle attached to your car's tires to its body. It is also connected to the front strut, which is an integral part of the suspension system. The whole purpose of the lower control arm is to provide better steering control. 

Without a properly installed lower control arm your car can lose its balance and can break down if it goes into a massive pothole as the whole suspension system is held in one place by both lower and upper control arms. 

However, with time, the lower control arm can wary, and for that, you need to get new from the aftermarket. So, you can avoid all the things specified above. 

How To Replace It?

First, loose the ball joint by using a hammer strike the spindle. Second, remove the connected sway bar Link, control mounting bolts, and control arm. Third, replace the bushings (bushes), the most fragile parts that we also provide customers to purchase seperately. 

Note that the hardness of the rubber is also very important! Normally our OEM parts from CARICO do according to the original factory standard, 70 shores. Position the lower control arm into a hydraulic press using a press cone and cup to force the bushing from the arm. Then, place the new bush into the control arm. Finally, reinstall the control arm.

The best lower control arm in aftermarket

Some of the most popular lower control arms in the aftermarket are specified below. 

True Drive

True Drive is one of the most popular and easy to get lower control arms you can get from the aftermarket. True Drive lower control arms are made from the most durable materials that make them sturdy. Many Taiwan manufacturers recommend using True Drive lower control arms. 

• In addition, the noise that you get after installing a new lower control from an auto parts shop is not a factor associated with True Drive lower control arms.
• It is because the bushes of the arms are made of noise-reducing materials.
• The best part about True Drive control arms is they have a rust protective coating, which ensures their enhanced longevity.

All the True Drive arms are manufactured according to some of the best industrial and quality management systems including ISO 9001 / TS 16949 / OEM / OES. 

Moog

Moog lower control arms are another great arm that you can get from the auto parts shop. The control arms from Moog have a compact and convenient design that provides a great fit. In addition, the structure of the arms is made using strong metals like Aluminum and alloys like steel. 

• The protective coating also protects the arms from corroding.
• As a result, the overall construction of the lower control arm is highly durable. Moreover, the lower control arms from Moog are easy to install. 
• Many models such as Moog RK620054 come with pre-assembled bushings, so you do not have to be a car junkie to install these lower arms.

Moog lower control arms are also easily replaceable.

Dorman Lower control arms

Made from strong materials like Aluminum and steel, they provide great structural support to your car’s entire suspension system. The protective coating on the Dorman's arms makes it highly resistant to corrosion, harsh weather. 

In addition, Dorman lower control arms offer easy installation, hassle-free replacement, and a definite perfect fit. Taiwan manufacturers make some of the best lower control arms, so you can also consider buying lower control arms made in Taiwan. 

Conclusion

The above-specified are the best lower control arms you can get from the aftermarket. You can also do some research online about what lower control arm would fit your car.

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