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Is it worth it? HD lower control arms for 3" lift?

Old Dec 10, 2010 | 03:11 PM
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Default Is it worth it? HD lower control arms for 3" lift?

I was pokin around craigslist and I found a set of new tubular style (non-adjustable) Rough Country lower control arms for $75.

As I am about to install a 3" lift on my '98, I was wondering if I should pick these up. I could not find these on the RC site (except in a lift kit).

Any input would be great. Thanks!
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Old Dec 10, 2010 | 03:14 PM
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Yes. as long as they are meant for a 3" lift. The stock arms will upset your alignment and pinion angles and cause the springs to bow and sag
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Old Dec 10, 2010 | 03:15 PM
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i had those same arms on my xj with a 3 inch lift and it helped alot because i could adjust my caster back to stock and they seemed to help it ride a bit smoother also. for 75 bucks i would get them if theyre in good condition.
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Old Dec 10, 2010 | 03:15 PM
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I have 3.5" lift and ive been looking at getting control arms because the stock control arms are rather flimsy and limit your flex. I want adjustable LCA's because i'm looking to go up 1" when i do
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Old Dec 10, 2010 | 03:39 PM
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This is what the ad reads:

"I have two lower control arms from rough country NEW. they have never been installed. These are tubular style control arms that are longer and stronger than the stock stamped steel arms.

They will fit 84-01 Cherokees, 97-06 wranglers, and all Comanches. Fitment is for a 3-4.5 inch lift. $75 "
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