Control Arms Often Unappreciated Safety Components
Doing the repair job right will enhance customers overall satisfaction and safety. Sponsored by The Group Training Academy.
Why Replacing Control Arms and Bushings in Pairs is Necessary
Let’s focus on identifying when control arms need to be replaced, and why they should always be replaced in pairs.
VIDEO: Understanding Control Arms
Control arm replacements must match the original. This video is sponsored by ZF Aftermarket.
Turn to Delphi Technologies for Control Arms
We’ve got you covered.With full line sales coverage, we have the SKUs you need, including popular applications like the Chevrolet Silverado, Ford F-150, Dodge Ram 2500, Honda Civic, Toyota Camry and more. Intelligence in engineering.We start with the OE design and conduct extensive dimensional and material analysis to develop our part that will perform reliably
Mevotech Expands TTX Brand Of Control Arms
Mevotech has recently expanded the TTX control arm program to include its patented bimetallic technology.
Rotary Receives Additional Patent On Trio Three-Stage Lift Arms
Rotary Lift has been granted United States patent No. 9,550,658 for its versatile Trio vehicle lift arms. This is in addition to U.S. patent No. 8,973,712, granted in 2015, which also covers aspects of the design. Trio arms are standard on Rotary Lift SmartLift inground lifts and SPOA10 two-post lifts. Trio Arms feature a proprietary
When Do Control Arms Need To Be Replaced?
There are many reasons to replace the front or rear control arm assembly, the most common of which are wornout bushings or ball joints and rust. A typical stamped steel control arm will show signs of rust and corrosion. The life expectancy can be shortened due to exposure to water and road salt.
Control Arms For Land Rover Added To MEYLE-HD Product Line
MEYLE has made six additions to its range of MEYLE-HD control arm assemblies.
Undercar Trend Watch: Loaded Calipers, Struts, Arms And Knuckles
The main advantage of a loaded, unitized or complete assembly is not the cost of the part, but rather the efficiency it offers the technician and the greater effectiveness of repair it gives the customer. By packing a loaded caliper, strut, control arm or even knuckle into a job, you can create a “win/win” for everyone.
10 Tips For Diagnosing And Installing Control Arms And Bushings
With wide adoption of large diameter wheels and low-profile tires, suspensions on late-model vehicles have changed. The extra weight of larger wheels has meant that suspension components have had to go on a diet of aluminum. Less sidewall area has transferred the role of absorbing road impacts to larger bushings in order to achieve the same ride quality.
