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Looking for some input..(UCA Issues)

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by themanbearpig012, Aug 30, 2020.

  1. Aug 30, 2020 at 9:27 AM
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    themanbearpig012

    themanbearpig012 [OP] Well-Known Member

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    Fox 2.5 Factory Series Coil-Over Reservoir (Front) Fox 2.0 Performance Series IFP (Rear) Method "Mesh" 17x8.5|6x5.50|0/4.75" wheels
    Truck has been squeaking like crazy on the right side. After a long search through here I thought it was maybe the RAD Mount Bushings.. So I replaced them. Wasn't the problem. Turns out its the passengers side uca bushing. Been lubing it and it stops for a little then comes back. SO what I'm wanting your guys'/gals' input is: Would it be worth it to replace just the bushings? OR should I just get a new UCA? (OEM, MOOG). Not looking for an upgrade to other UCA's as i don't wheel often. Thanks!

    TL;DR: Replace UCA bushings or the entire arm?
     
  2. Aug 30, 2020 at 1:18 PM
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    If your going to go through the hassle of replacing bushings on OEM UCA's, I would just replace the UCA's with aftermarket ones(JBA's get my vote) that you can grease up from time to time.
     
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  3. Aug 30, 2020 at 1:19 PM
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    themanbearpig012

    themanbearpig012 [OP] Well-Known Member

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    Good point. Kind of leaning towards that now too as i do more and more research on it. Freedom offroad offers a solid set too for a little less. Still an upgrade fro oem
     

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