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What upper control arms for a 3 inch lift

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by Tanner.b16, Jun 20, 2024.

  1. Jun 23, 2024 at 12:29 PM
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    OldSchlPunk

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    Small lift, slightly oversized tires, well...
    Absolutely! Need? No. Looks like OP is running 32s on his 2nd gen, so tire clearance shouldn't be a problem. With that lift, you're likely approaching the limits of the stock balljoints without binding them. Binding is where you start causing excessive wear/break things. As long as the align shop can get your numbers within spec (which appears to be the case), I wouldn't sweat it.

    I bought UCAs for my truck but haven't installed them yet and am not worried about it...more of a want (impulse buy) than a need. For reference, I'm running 33s and about 2 1/2" lift on stock UCAs without problems. YMMV.
     
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  2. Jun 24, 2024 at 6:36 AM
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    FishaRnekEd

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    I have SPC uca's.

    some people are reporting problems with them, but mine have been fine.

    I went with SPC's, because i stuffed 33in tires with 3" lift rancho coilovers.
    I didn't cut the cab mount and i only get rubbing if at full steering lock while running over a curb.
     
    Last edited: Jun 24, 2024

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