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UCA - Upper Control Arm Discussion (Function / Misconceptions)

Discussion in 'Suspension' started by Fast1, Dec 12, 2022.

  1. Dec 12, 2022 at 12:39 PM
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    AccuTune Offroad, Dec 12, 2022
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    This is worth discussing, too:

    upload_2022-12-2_8-9-8.jpg

    Billet arms can have issues with 35" tires.
     
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    Not really sure what that graphic is trying to say. "Billet arms" can come into contact with a 35" tire but tubular wont? Probably needs some context behind it.
     
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    What about those "struts" LoL
     
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    Yes, exactly that, and an issue I am currently encountering.
     
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