Upper & Lower

Rico-mofos · July 2nd, 2008, 12:17 PM

Can Someone Explain The Function Of Upper And Lower Control Arms To Me Please? ....yes I Looked And Demello Has Not Asked This Question Yet!

Rico-mofos · July 2nd, 2008, 02:02 PM

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DeMello · July 2nd, 2008, 02:12 PM

yes i have...and it was anwsered

MellowYellow · July 2nd, 2008, 11:17 PM

Link?

HMUSN · July 2nd, 2008, 11:20 PM

lol to prevent wheel hop and make you hook.

wheel hop = broken diff clutches.

energiesource · July 2nd, 2008, 11:20 PM

i think they just make the rear axle stiffer so it lessens wheel hop and sway and stuff

ReverendDexter · July 2nd, 2008, 11:30 PM

The function of the upper and lower control arms is to locate the rear axle. The stock ones do it poorly, which is why so many people have wheel hop issues, and got to aftermarket units.

MellowYellow · July 2nd, 2008, 11:50 PM

Just put mine on yesterday. Goin to the track tomorrow

mustangmanic · July 2nd, 2008, 11:51 PM

Honostly.. i have no wheel hop issues in my car, just extreme loss of traction in 1st and 2nd... do you think if i get CA's paired with my current suspension and some FL Subframes, i'll get better low gear traction?

jaxdawg · July 3rd, 2008, 12:03 AM

Originally Posted by HMUSN

lol to prevent wheel hop and make you hook.

wheel hop = broken diff clutches.

i've been wondering about this for a long time. so it is possible to have wheel hop when your under acceleration? thats what it feels like in my car anyway, its like its not completely hooking up but its not copletely breaking loose either

Heik · July 3rd, 2008, 01:11 AM

So is this usually worth the investment on a semi-modded stang, Close to stock?

ReverendDexter · July 3rd, 2008, 01:46 AM

LCAs, yes.
UCAs? Only if it's a drag-only car.

deedub97GT · July 3rd, 2008, 08:48 AM

whats LCA and UCA

sjr56 · July 3rd, 2008, 09:40 AM

LCA= Lower control arms
UCA= Upper control arms

HMUSN · July 3rd, 2008, 09:55 AM

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thats wheel hop. if your car has enough power to do that while in motion you should probably invest in control arms.

the real shocker · July 3rd, 2008, 01:30 PM

uppers allow you to change the pinion angle and hook harder

and yes, they do make a big difference from stock

Heik · July 3rd, 2008, 02:11 PM

so you can get LCA's without having to worry about upgrading UCA's along with them?

DeMello · July 3rd, 2008, 02:13 PM

Rico-mofos · July 3rd, 2008, 04:22 PM

so UCA if im just looking to elimate wheel hop? or do i need both...im not really trying to make this a full on drag car...im just seeking some insight/knowledge on how you benefit from them

Adde · July 3rd, 2008, 05:35 PM

why do people say to get adjustable LCA instead of just non-adjustable whats the difference performance wise?

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July 2nd, 2008, 11:20 PM	#6
energiesource Hardcore Enthusiast Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Up der in canada eh Posts: 2,672	i think they just make the rear axle stiffer so it lessens wheel hop and sway and stuff __________________ 2000 Mustang GT, Steeda Triax shifter, Underdrive pulleys, SLP LM2, MAC L/T and O/R H-pipe. Transmission fix, new clutch Coming soon: Brakes.

July 2nd, 2008, 11:30 PM	#7
ReverendDexter Hardcore Enthusiast 1998 SVT Cobra Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Santa Rosa, CA Posts: 1,642	The function of the upper and lower control arms is to locate the rear axle. The stock ones do it poorly, which is why so many people have wheel hop issues, and got to aftermarket units. __________________ The Sacred Chao says "MU" Real racers turn corners... both ways... on the same track. MM Corner Carvers Crew, member #2

July 2nd, 2008, 11:50 PM	#8
MellowYellow Hardcore Enthusiast '02 GT-Under Construction 8.15@86 (1/8) Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Aggieland,TX Posts: 1,026	Just put mine on yesterday. Goin to the track tomorrow __________________ 07 GT500 & 2002 GT: See Garage For Mods: http://www.moddedmustangs.com/forums...-member-12476/ TEXAS MUSTANG CLUB

July 2nd, 2008, 11:51 PM	#9
mustangmanic Hardcore Enthusiast 2002 Mustang GT 13.334 @ 106.27 Join Date: May 2007 Location: Indianapolis Posts: 2,767	Honostly.. i have no wheel hop issues in my car, just extreme loss of traction in 1st and 2nd... do you think if i get CA's paired with my current suspension and some FL Subframes, i'll get better low gear traction? __________________ Accufab 75mm TB and Pleunm, JLT cai, Steeda Caster Chamber Plates, Eibach Sportline Springs, Tokico Shocks/Struts, Steeda Tri-Ax, FRPP Aluminum Driveshaft, FRPP 3.73's, Hooker LT's, Hooker O/R X, Pypes Violator Catback, SCT Xcal 2. 280rwhp 302.1rwtq

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July 2nd, 2008, 02:12 PM	#3
DeMello Banned 01 nitrous injected GT 12s next time out... Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Florida Posts: 3,914	yes i have...and it was anwsered

July 2nd, 2008, 11:20 PM	#5
HMUSN Doc 91 Sonic Blue Goodness 19.83 @ 12mph Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: NJ Posts: 27,308	lol to prevent wheel hop and make you hook. wheel hop = broken diff clutches.

July 3rd, 2008, 01:11 AM	#11
Heik Newbie 2002 True Blue GT Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Chicago IL Posts: 49	So is this usually worth the investment on a semi-modded stang, Close to stock?

July 3rd, 2008, 01:46 AM	#12
ReverendDexter Hardcore Enthusiast 1998 SVT Cobra Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Santa Rosa, CA Posts: 1,642	LCAs, yes. UCAs? Only if it's a drag-only car. __________________ The Sacred Chao says "MU" Real racers turn corners... both ways... on the same track. MM Corner Carvers Crew, member #2

July 3rd, 2008, 09:40 AM	#14
sjr56 Regular 2001 MUSTANG GT VERT Join Date: May 2008 Location: WV Posts: 94	LCA= Lower control arms UCA= Upper control arms

July 3rd, 2008, 01:30 PM	#16
the real shocker Hardcore Enthusiast 2002 Mustang GT 13.00 @ 105 Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Jackson, MS Posts: 1,772	uppers allow you to change the pinion angle and hook harder and yes, they do make a big difference from stock __________________

July 3rd, 2008, 02:11 PM	#17
Heik Newbie 2002 True Blue GT Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Chicago IL Posts: 49	so you can get LCA's without having to worry about upgrading UCA's along with them?

July 3rd, 2008, 02:13 PM	#18
DeMello Banned 01 nitrous injected GT 12s next time out... Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Florida Posts: 3,914

July 3rd, 2008, 05:35 PM	#20
Adde Regular Join Date: Mar 2008 Posts: 51	why do people say to get adjustable LCA instead of just non-adjustable whats the difference performance wise? __________________ KB2.1L 380hp/420tq SLP X-pipe, MAC Cat back, 3.73 Gears, Short Throw shifter Looks: Mach 1 Chin spoiler, Grill Delete Kit, Black Bullit Wheels, Eibach springs For Sale: K&N Cold Air Intake, 70MM PP Plenum Intake Manifold w/ fuel rails

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