Uniball?

I'm looking to lift my 2012 Tacoma. I've seen differing opinions from so-called experts about the need for a replacement upper control arm. Some call it a uniball type. Who should I listen to?

 

uniballs are a type of aftermaket upper control arms

 

I'd recommend a regular ballpoint type. They're closed so they don't get contaminated by the elements like uniballs do.

Oz-my lowers have uniballs....could be both!

 

Sure , but he was asking about uppers

 

Balljoint:


Uniball:


Uniballs are stronger generally. And they offer a larger range of motion for better articulation. They are dry also. Ball joints are covered from the elements with a boot. They're greased. If you don't NEED a uniball, go with a ballpoint style upper.

 

This was why I went with the LR UCAs

 

Epic story bro.

 

Ditto

 

My reason for replacing the upper "A" arm isn't for articulation. Evidently the 2012 Tacoma doesn't have enough adjustment to get the correct caster after being lifted.

 

Sounds exactly right. I'd stick to a ball joint for simplicity


Oh and post pics when it's lifted

 

The ball joint boot is fragile and can get punctured if you breathe on it the wrong way. Once the boot is damaged, the ball joint craps out very quickly. Since the OP is in southern Cali, uniball will give less trouble.