I just ordered a 2in rough country leveling spacer for my already installed 2 in leveling struts . Total of 4 inches in the front and now I’m watching this video cuz I’ve got some control arms ordered also!
Those control arms look great! Awesome quality! Nice buy. Big noticeable difference in ride quality! Now you and your baby can drive safe down the road
I had a friend who lived in Maui for 14 years and recently moved back to Austin. He told me about the beautiful scenery, crazy drivers and other things such as how y'all have all these added expenses on new vehicles due to the shipping,etc. Y'all guys are lucky because you don't have far to go for beautiful beaches and ocean view. I live in Houston and won't step foot in the water in Galveston because how nasty looking the water is due to the ship channel
trying to see new ball joint and he's just whipping the camera back and forth, spent more time getting his hawaiian sunset than the new control arm setup. nice camera work, i just can't figure out if he's the subject or the truck is.
I installed Suspension Maxx lift kit plus 2” 5200 Bilstein shock absorbers on my 2013 GMC Sierra 2500HD, and nothing else, no modification or replacements of any parts. They are awesome. Just wheels alignments,
I put a Motofab 3/2 level kit on my 07 Silverado. Loved the height but the preload on the struts is ridiculous! I ordered the RC uppers and it's better but I think the next move is to replace the front struts with the RC 3.5" lifts struts. They're taller so I can remove the lift spacers and have a normal ride back but still remain leveled.
I'm glad you finally got those upgraded control arms on. The ride looks a lot better. I do alignments here in Fort Wayne Indiana and work on these trucks every day. Anything above a 2inch level requires new upper arms for safety. Keep up with the videos, I love watching your channel.
I have a 6 inch lift on my truck for the past 5 years with stock arms everything’s still doing great. Alignment is off by a few degrees or whatever but nothing that jeopardizes my safety
@@drew5992ppl exaggerate about everything I have a 3 inch level kit with stock upper control arms for last 3 years it rides normal even with the magna ride suspension in my 17 Sierra Denali
You could have changed the knuckles which would give you a much better ride plus your suspension would have the full range of travel. I did the same thing on my truck and the difference was better than how it feels with just the upper control arms. You may want to set up your camera and see how it moves. You'll be surprised. Great video you have my thumbs up 👍🏼
Your knuckles would’ve been a better alignment for all your components is what I’m finding right now I have those control arms. I have the 3 1/2 rough country lift, and the more research I find the more I wish I would’ve just left the old upper control arms, and went with the knuckle lift. Really great video though, but you should look into the knuckles. It will put your tire rods in a better alignment and also your axle shaft but again really great video.
I mean technically it’s a lift kit haha, but I’ll swear by the version of the kit with lifted struts and Rough Country UCAs. Truck rides like factory and performs well off-road
Are you planning on doing anything about the angle on the cv joints? And tie rods? Maybe lut a differential drop kit and some lifted struts ? Would definitely love to see a video of the difference that makes
Those balljoints in those stock upper control arms were worn out, there not supposed to swivel like that loosely. They should be hard to move by hand. Good that ya changed them.
@@tommyheylin5999 yea they worked just fine actually I had a 2009 Silverado z71 4x4 had 20x12.5x 37’s on it lol (sold it already made this comment a while ago) but my factory ones went out and I bought these and they were night and day difference I would recommend especially for $200
that bumpy twitchy shit i still have on my 12 burb, i got the 3.5 lift with the extended struts and UCAs, it might just be the struts that suck, the ones i took off had see better days... ever since i put them on it has followed lines in the road and had real bad bump steer... im also switching out the bushings to poly to see if it helps... if anyone cares i have a 12 burb, 295/55-20 (32.8x11.6), 3.5 rc lift, adj track bar in the rear, 1.5 wheel spacers because the tires rub the UCAs. i have replaced both LCAs, both outer tie rods (will replace again when i do the bushings) and the damn water buffalo is still all over the place
I've been eyeballing those same upper control arms. If you say they're good on your truck, and we have the same truck by the way just that mines a 2007 crew cab. Maybe I should look into them.. Awesome video, good information an I keep loving the channel.👍
I got the motofab 3 inch leveling kit with the control arms love the height and the control arms are tough, glad I changed them on the 1st go around as suggested!!
How do you like the 3.5” Lift? I have a 2018 Sierra 1500 and was looking at the 3.5” RC or the superlift with the upper control arms, i just always hear how trash the angles are! Lol
UCAs are the first thing I look at when I see someone that lifted their truck in any way ... a lot of tough factory UCA and joints still hanging on tuff out there lol
will these fit a 2003 tahoe and if not what other control arms are out there for a round body style chevy my ball joints are crying at the angle they are at !
Are you going to change the transfer case and make it a 4x4, is that the big change? Also you should put the 2015-2018 CHEVY/GMC to mirrors on your truck. Keep up the good work, love the vid as always too.
LONESTAR HAWAIIAN do you know if the ball joints are replaceable on these possibly with another ball joint.? mine broke and need a replacement until rc sends me a new one
Did you cut off the upper control arm stops ? I guess you can get away with it since your not 4x4. I was told cutting them off would overextend cv joints and shocks any thoughts on that ?
I have a quick question? So I put them on my GMC Sierra 2012 and I have my stock wheels on and when I do a fully turn the wheels rub on the uppercontrol arm any suggestions?
I noticed your question while reading thru comments. Check the notes section on RC's control arms page. Most of the notes state that they will not fit stock height and are designed for 2.5"-3.5" of lift. I hope this helps if you've not already figured it out.
Is 3.5inch leveling kit the biggest? If not, would you be able to run 4" spacers with those control arms? I'm looking to run 35s on my 17 ltz crew 1500 without having to lift too much...
You can fit 35s with cutting and trimming with a close to 0 offset or slightly positive offset on your wheels with a simple 2" level kit in front only. I know this because that's what i used to run on my 2015. Did a norcal trim and slight angled cut of the front bumper but at most angles you litteraly can't tell.
I did this exact process on my 15’ but as soon as I took it for a test drive, the stabilitrak and abs sensors came on aggressively. Brakes dragged as well. Any suggestions as to what the problem is?
Hey I found you thank you for your show I am a subscriber now and hir like button now And question I have 2011 Silverado lt and 7inch spacer in front ok ? And I dont like ride quality at all specialy off bumpy road ' oh forget it So what can you recomand should I go for 7inch coil over or strut? And take that 7inch away..... Help me
Do these control arms rub your tires when your wheels are fully locked and turned all the way to right or left? I'm looking to buy the same control arms along with a 2.5 rc leveling kit for my 2011 gmc 4x4
I can't seem to find a control arm for my either 6 or 7 inch lift. One website i saw these arms and it stated theyre for up to 3.5 lift AND 7" lift. would these actually work for my truck? My truck has RC control arms and I can't find any actually labeled for 6" and up or 4"-6". Any help or knowledge to give me?
what is stock height for 2012 1500 SILV? I measured 22" today and mine measures 29" from center hub. so that would mean mine is actually 7" and these parts would work?
Love your videos man...are you leaving the tie rod and lower control arm the same or your also gonna try and do some adjustments as well? Id really love to see the next upgrade...keep up the good work!
I was waiting for you to do a video about this .........i knew it was coming i to have the rough country 3.5 suspension lift on my 07 silverado but i did purchase the kit that comes with the upper control arms.
Ive got 4" of linch on my chevy and my stock control arms are sitting on my bump stop and i dont to cut my bump stops. Would these forged control arma pull them off my bump stops or would i still have to cut them
Doing upper control arms on my 2009 2500 4x4 next weekend. Thx for Sharing. Larry from West Texas.
Love all your videos, cant wait to see what comeimg up.
that ball joint would never pop out that easy down here in the states, be like factory torque x10 (chicago rust)
I was thinking how nice it must be without rust an not having to beat it to death to come off. Wisco probs
Was thinking the same thing.. this truck is over 10 years old and I don’t see any rust what so ever
Literally watched the video then went and bought them . Keep up the good work 🙏🏼🇺🇸
I just ordered a 2in rough country leveling spacer for my already installed 2 in leveling struts . Total of 4 inches in the front and now I’m watching this video cuz I’ve got some control arms ordered also!
Those control arms look great! Awesome quality! Nice buy. Big noticeable difference in ride quality! Now you and your baby can drive safe down the road
I had a friend who lived in Maui for 14 years and recently moved back to Austin. He told me about the beautiful scenery, crazy drivers and other things such as how y'all have all these added expenses on new vehicles due to the shipping,etc. Y'all guys are lucky because you don't have far to go for beautiful beaches and ocean view. I live in Houston and won't step foot in the water in Galveston because how nasty looking the water is due to the ship channel
Bro I have them on my 2012 with a 6 in lift ... perfect for the job
trying to see new ball joint and he's just whipping the camera back and forth, spent more time getting his hawaiian sunset than the new control arm setup. nice camera work, i just can't figure out if he's the subject or the truck is.
I installed Suspension Maxx lift kit plus 2” 5200 Bilstein shock absorbers on my 2013 GMC Sierra 2500HD, and nothing else, no modification or replacements of any parts. They are awesome. Just wheels alignments,
How often you have to have a alignment?
Zone Lift 3.5" kit had everything you needed at the beginning, including solid steel rear lift blocks...
Where can I purchase that?
I put a Motofab 3/2 level kit on my 07 Silverado. Loved the height but the preload on the struts is ridiculous! I ordered the RC uppers and it's better but I think the next move is to replace the front struts with the RC 3.5" lifts struts. They're taller so I can remove the lift spacers and have a normal ride back but still remain leveled.
I'm glad you finally got those upgraded control arms on. The ride looks a lot better. I do alignments here in Fort Wayne Indiana and work on these trucks every day. Anything above a 2inch level requires new upper arms for safety. Keep up with the videos, I love watching your channel.
Been a minute but I have the same rough ride from just installing torsion keys. Guess I should look to see how it sits
I have a 6 inch lift on my truck for the past 5 years with stock arms everything’s still doing great. Alignment is off by a few degrees or whatever but nothing that jeopardizes my safety
Do you see that it is difficult to align with the stock arms? Will the RC control arms give better adjustments for camber?
@@drew5992ppl exaggerate about everything I have a 3 inch level kit with stock upper control arms for last 3 years it rides normal even with the magna ride suspension in my 17 Sierra Denali
You could have changed the knuckles which would give you a much better ride plus your suspension would have the full range of travel. I did the same thing on my truck and the difference was better than how it feels with just the upper control arms. You may want to set up your camera and see how it moves. You'll be surprised.
Great video you have my thumbs up 👍🏼
50s in February? If it’s that warm here in Iowa I’m cruising with my windows down😂
Amen
14:45 You’re not supposed to torque down your UCA at full droop. Supposed to torque at ride height. Anyways, your alignment guy will do it right
Looks good but 2 wheel drive truck 🤢
Awesome video , glad to see you updated those ucas!
Just put R/C uppers on my 2010 Silverado. Rides great.
50 degrees... hahaha its -35 standing right now here... xD
Your knuckles would’ve been a better alignment for all your components is what I’m finding right now I have those control arms. I have the 3 1/2 rough country lift, and the more research I find the more I wish I would’ve just left the old upper control arms, and went with the knuckle lift. Really great video though, but you should look into the knuckles. It will put your tire rods in a better alignment and also your axle shaft but again really great video.
I have the knuckles from belltech and even with stock arms and belltech buying kit the alignment is impossible to correct
I mean technically it’s a lift kit haha, but I’ll swear by the version of the kit with lifted struts and Rough Country UCAs. Truck rides like factory and performs well off-road
Shalom! Thank you for the video. Now finally I convinced that I need to buy a lift set with new control arms.
I knew it, I commented about the upper control arms last video😏
chuben same
Are you planning on doing anything about the angle on the cv joints? And tie rods? Maybe lut a differential drop kit and some lifted struts ? Would definitely love to see a video of the difference that makes
its 2wd
this is such a terrible lift. all way wrong
Those balljoints in those stock upper control arms were worn out, there not supposed to swivel like that loosely. They should be hard to move by hand. Good that ya changed them.
They look too beefy to me, more unsprung weight than is needed. My factory arms are forged aluminum. Definitely not a weak point now though.
Just ordered mine lol I already have 7.5 lift from rough country now imma have matching upper control arms
RC says they will only work with 7" not 7.5"
Did u get them did they work?
@@tommyheylin5999 yea they worked just fine actually
I had a 2009 Silverado z71 4x4 had 20x12.5x 37’s on it lol (sold it already made this comment a while ago) but my factory ones went out and I bought these and they were night and day difference I would recommend especially for $200
@LONESTAR HAWAIIAN
Can I get your personal review of the M1 shocks you used for your Chevy before you changed to the King shocks
Did you end up cutting the bump stop ? I've heard it's highly recommended!! Just got my truck done exactly like yours
What happens if I don’t lower the front differential? Axels every few years?
that bumpy twitchy shit i still have on my 12 burb, i got the 3.5 lift with the extended struts and UCAs, it might just be the struts that suck, the ones i took off had see better days... ever since i put them on it has followed lines in the road and had real bad bump steer... im also switching out the bushings to poly to see if it helps... if anyone cares i have a 12 burb, 295/55-20 (32.8x11.6), 3.5 rc lift, adj track bar in the rear, 1.5 wheel spacers because the tires rub the UCAs. i have replaced both LCAs, both outer tie rods (will replace again when i do the bushings) and the damn water buffalo is still all over the place
Looks like you cut the part of the frame that the upper controll arm would hit?
I've been eyeballing those same upper control arms. If you say they're good on your truck, and we have the same truck by the way just that mines a 2007 crew cab. Maybe I should look into them.. Awesome video, good information an I keep loving the channel.👍
LRCobalt they are about $200 now I just ordered mine
@@CrazyBigLuu really, cool. Thanks bro👍👍
I got the motofab 3 inch leveling kit with the control arms love the height and the control arms are tough, glad I changed them on the 1st go around as suggested!!
After watching your videos I don't think I'll ever buy RC suspension components.
Same here..
Looks like your tires are over inflated. That may also add to the road noise air those puppies down a bit
I been looking for an extended cab lifted for ever good video looking 💯
What color blue is on the springs and the body color plz I love those blues
I just got the knuckle lift hoping it clears most the issues with angles
did you installyour knuckle lift?how is it working out? just got the same kit so curious If it works out good
What’d you end up doing to these uca’s now that you got the long travel kit? Looking into getting some for my Silverado as well they look beefy
I was eyeballing the rc vs cognito upper control arms. The price of rc is such a smaller pill to swallow.
Did you cut the OEM Upper Control Arm stopper?
Freezing?! 50 degrees I remember the first days of summer last year
How do you like the 3.5” Lift? I have a 2018 Sierra 1500 and was looking at the 3.5” RC or the superlift with the upper control arms, i just always hear how trash the angles are! Lol
So is this different than a 3.5" rough country suspension lift?
Wondering that also..
I wish I knew this information prior to leveling my truck it would’ve been more efficient to do it all at once
Where did the drop knuckle go that was installed in the last kit you installed? So the angle video you showed is not good evidence of poor product.
Glad i got the 1500 z71 instead of the 2500 saved about 250 bucks lol these where pricy but worth it
UCAs are the first thing I look at when I see someone that lifted their truck in any way ... a lot of tough factory UCA and joints still hanging on tuff out there lol
Woo kizan foam score! Reuse as tool storage foam awsome packaging.
Looking to upgrade my interior of my 07 Silverado, what should I do? All I’ve done was change the dome lights to led
Great vid. Did you use spacers on the front struts to achieve the lift?
New to the channel how did you end up in Hawaii from Texas?
Been here for 10yrs. Moved here for college and stuck around after graduating.
LONESTAR HAWAIIAN yeah the island life is awesome great content and channel
I know this video was a long time ago but, before you installed these did you have a bad negative camber?
Canada here... smacking knuckles with the might of Thors hammer to get ball joints to pop out.
50 degrees is T-shirt weather my man it’s -33 below right now In Wisconsin
Question, did you need to upgrade upper control arm after lift to get alignment done
What size tires and the name of the wheels on yours.
will these fit a 2003 tahoe and if not what other control arms are out there for a round body style chevy my ball joints are crying at the angle they are at !
Anytime you raise the front end you supposed to replace the control arms.
Are you going to change the transfer case and make it a 4x4, is that the big change?
Also you should put the 2015-2018 CHEVY/GMC to mirrors on your truck.
Keep up the good work, love the vid as always too.
What mirrors are you referring to? Will they go on my 08?
Nice looks great I need that thanks good vid
Those ball joint can't be service like grease?
The RC Forged UCSs can be greased.
Can you replace the ball joint when they wear out or do you have to change the whole control arm again?
LONESTAR HAWAIIAN do you know if the ball joints are replaceable on these possibly with another ball joint.? mine broke and need a replacement until rc sends me a new one
Did you cut off the upper control arm stops ? I guess you can get away with it since your not 4x4. I was told cutting them off would overextend cv joints and shocks any thoughts on that ?
Don’t cut them they’ll make noise
wheres the before/after video of the front tire going over bump ?
That old ball joint was really worn out lol. It shouldn’t move that freely
You should try the 3.5 struts they sell
Dame I have the exact same problem I and just recieve my new stock control arm I wish I did see this video 3 days earlier
I have a quick question? So I put them on my GMC Sierra 2012 and I have my stock wheels on and when I do a fully turn the wheels rub on the uppercontrol arm any suggestions?
I noticed your question while reading thru comments. Check the notes section on RC's control arms page. Most of the notes state that they will not fit stock height and are designed for 2.5"-3.5" of lift. I hope this helps if you've not already figured it out.
No i have a 3.5 leveling kit but i have stock wheels and tires and when i turn all th way they rub
You need new wheels with different offsets
Wow. More stuff to buy for my 2005 Silverado 1500.. thanks so much for the information..
What kit did you buy i have the same truck wanted to buy a kit
Cool goofy truck bro
Is 3.5inch leveling kit the biggest? If not, would you be able to run 4" spacers with those control arms? I'm looking to run 35s on my 17 ltz crew 1500 without having to lift too much...
You can fit 35s with cutting and trimming with a close to 0 offset or slightly positive offset on your wheels with a simple 2" level kit in front only. I know this because that's what i used to run on my 2015. Did a norcal trim and slight angled cut of the front bumper but at most angles you litteraly can't tell.
Did it seem to raise the front up even higher?
Does it have something to do with the Texas sticker on your back window
I did this exact process on my 15’ but as soon as I took it for a test drive, the stabilitrak and abs sensors came on aggressively. Brakes dragged as well. Any suggestions as to what the problem is?
ABS sensor probably ripped out
Hey I found you thank you for your show I am a subscriber now and hir like button now
And question
I have 2011 Silverado lt and 7inch spacer in front ok ?
And I dont like ride quality at all specialy off bumpy road ' oh forget it
So what can you recomand should I go for 7inch coil over or strut? And take that 7inch away..... Help me
What about the lower ball joints and arms ?
That’s a two wheel drive?
Never understood a lift with 2wd..
Do these control arms rub your tires when your wheels are fully locked and turned all the way to right or left? I'm looking to buy the same control arms along with a 2.5 rc leveling kit for my 2011 gmc 4x4
I want to know also, he didn't mention it.
My bushing always goes out on the stocks Always squeaking .
You made this way too hard. Grab a breaker bar or pipe and spread the metal. These upper control arms will help but they aren't miracle workers.
I can't seem to find a control arm for my either 6 or 7 inch lift. One website i saw these arms and it stated theyre for up to 3.5 lift AND 7" lift. would these actually work for my truck? My truck has RC control arms and I can't find any actually labeled for 6" and up or 4"-6". Any help or knowledge to give me?
what is stock height for 2012 1500 SILV? I measured 22" today and mine measures 29" from center hub. so that would mean mine is actually 7" and these parts would work?
Love your videos man...are you leaving the tie rod and lower control arm the same or your also gonna try and do some adjustments as well? Id really love to see the next upgrade...keep up the good work!
Do those come in greased up already?
They come greased and can be regreased again over and over..
Lol...first video I’m seeing of you and i hear complaints about cold weather while here in Canada we had -50 c just over a few days ago..
How much they cost?
Howd you reinstall the clip that attaches to the control arm?
Yo my dude any plans on fixing your cracky dashboard?
Do anyone know if we can change the ball joint on this control arm????
So this will work even for trucks with a 7.5 lift kit or just level ones
Go to Rough country website they these upper control arms work with the 3.5 and 7.5 kits but not anything inbetween.
I was waiting for you to do a video about this .........i knew it was coming i to have the rough country 3.5 suspension lift on my 07 silverado but i did purchase the kit that comes with the upper control arms.
Nice one Braddah 🤙🏽. Where you got your alignment done? I’m out in Waianae. Putting this on my 2015 Silverado probably next week.
Ive got 4" of linch on my chevy and my stock control arms are sitting on my bump stop and i dont to cut my bump stops. Would these forged control arma pull them off my bump stops or would i still have to cut them
John Davis you don’t have to cut bumpstops with these new UCA
My friend said to do a spindle lift Instead of the hockey puck method. Any thoughts?
Never heard of a spindle lift?
What head and tail lights are those?
You have a video on painting those coils blue? 😍💙
Do they make the upgraded control arms for 2013 chevy?
I love this model, I'll take it over the new2019
Same here..