adjustable control arms

bgall · 06-20-2012, 04:33 PM

I am looking to get some adjustable control arms. Which would you suggest? Right now I am leaning toward the Metal Cloak control arms.

rdlynch2 · 06-20-2012, 04:37 PM

Rock Krawler all the way. You will get the most flex out of their arms due to the 20-30 degrees of misalignment. Also, their lower arms are slanted upwards for ground clearance. Their new joints are basically service free (the Generation 3), all you have to do is spray em down with some WD every so often and your good to go. Plus, you have a full lifetime warranty on them. Not that you will ever break one, you can certainly try tho

Ryanralston07 · 06-20-2012, 04:47 PM

+2^

Freshmeat · 06-20-2012, 05:20 PM

RK x3

unsub · 06-20-2012, 05:22 PM

Polly you can adjust them on the ground, don't have to drop the arm and your not limited to a half turn.

Jeepmods · 06-20-2012, 05:26 PM

You could always build your own, if you can't, find a local fabricator... it should be A LOT cheaper. I built both of my Front Lowers out of 2" x 1/4" wall x 36" with SS high misalignment ends for about $211 and that's including shipping ($47).

jerseyjeep95 · 06-20-2012, 05:28 PM

X4 on RK.

Poly is great too.

Bullet proof and a reasonable price.

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rdlynch2 · 06-20-2012, 05:35 PM

Yeah the poly arms and there on vehicle adjustability is nice for sure. Esp if you have aftermarket shafts to dial in your pinion angle. But even still, adjusting the RK arms is pretty easy with a jack on the pinion to increase the pinion and line up the bolt holes, or on one of the TREs to increase caster.

Sahara Tan Rubicon · 06-20-2012, 07:10 PM

Those Metal Cloak arms are bad ass!

jerseyjeep95 · 06-20-2012, 07:37 PM

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Originally Posted by Sahara Tan Rubicon

Those Metal Cloak arms are bad ass!

What makes them more badass than any other arm?

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Fklein6768 · 06-20-2012, 08:17 PM

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Originally Posted by jerseyjeep95

What makes them more badass than any other arm?

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Didn't you read the thread?

Is this thing on?

4LCKD10RUBIUNLTD · 06-20-2012, 08:28 PM

My vote is for Currie. Johnny joints on both ends their beefy nuff said IMO.

Goodysgotacuda · 06-20-2012, 08:34 PM

$1215 for 8 Poly or $1100 for 8 RK. With the installed adjusting on the rig, I'd have to bite the bullet and go for Poly. As long as Poly didn't want eleventy dollars to ship the arms.

Rottenbelly · 06-21-2012, 01:07 AM

I have the Metalcloaks. They are awesome, ride has improved. Flex is improved.
Even at full flex they still have room for more flex. Have about 3k miles and a few offroad trips on the so far and the difference is noticeable.

I can't see payIng 300+ for a control arm that still as a stock bushing on one end.
The joints on each end of he Metalcloaks give them a lot of flex.

mschaffer66 · 06-21-2012, 04:52 AM

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Originally Posted by Goodysgotacuda

$1215 for 8 Poly or $1100 for 8 RK. With the installed adjusting on the rig, I'd have to bite the bullet and go for Poly. As long as Poly didn't want eleventy dollars to ship the arms.

Hint:
Don't buy Poly/Synergy stuff from Poly.

Even with their 10% off sales its usually the same, if not cheaper to order their stuff from a place like Northridge that has free shipping.

Freshmeat · 06-21-2012, 05:04 AM

If you drive the Jeep regularly I'd keep the stock bushing on one end for the smoother ride. As far as adjusting on the rig, I'd be terrified a lock nut would loosen up and give me problems.

mschaffer66 · 06-21-2012, 05:09 AM

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Originally Posted by Freshmeat

If you drive the Jeep regularly I'd keep the stock bushing on one end for the smoother ride. As far as adjusting on the rig, I'd be terrified a lock nut would loosen up and give me problems.

That's why you check them and you check them often.

I said in another forum I assumed my RK tie rod lock nuts were tightened and it ruined the rod.

No more assuming.

Freshmeat · 06-21-2012, 05:32 AM

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Originally Posted by mschaffer66

That's why you check them and you check them often.

I said in another forum I assumed my RK tie rod lock nuts were tightened and it ruined the rod.

No more assuming.

I do understand that. My statement is purely theoretical. I never had a problem with lock nuts backing out.

Rock Krawler Suspension · 06-21-2012, 06:49 AM

Let us know if you have any questions on our products! Were here to to talk jeep, good luck on your build.

RK

Imped · 06-21-2012, 12:21 PM

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Originally Posted by 4LCKD10RUBIUNLTD

Johnny joints on both ends their beefy nuff said IMO.

This. Rokmen is another solid choice. Can't beat the Currie JJ.

PhrogMech46 · 06-21-2012, 12:35 PM

My vote is MetalCloak, their Duroflex joints soak up vibes, give tons of flex, and are bent for tire clearance versus ground clearance which I prefer any day running my 13.5" wide Toyos with 4.5" backspace wheels. They are $1,200 for a set so price wise they are comparable to others. I have about 10k miles on mine with zero complaints.

4LCKD10RUBIUNLTD · 06-21-2012, 12:37 PM

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Originally Posted by Imped

This. Rokmen is another solid choice. Can't beat the Currie JJ.

This I learned from you & a few others. Couldn't be happier.

glomb23 · 06-21-2012, 12:38 PM

Currently running all eight RK arms. They've been great so far. With that being said I'll be putting on the metal cloak game changer system within a few weeks. I'll be sure to give my impressions.

rballman · 06-21-2012, 03:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by glomb23

Currently running all eight RK arms. They've been great so far. With that being said I'll be putting on the metal cloak game changer system within a few weeks. I'll be sure to give my impressions.

so you looking to sell your RK arms???

Fklein6768 · 06-21-2012, 04:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rballman

so you looking to sell your RK arms???

I believe he already did....

06-20-2012, 04:33 PM	#1
bgall Rock God Join Date: Feb 2012 Member # 19806 Posts: 595 Feedback: 0 reviews	adjustable control arms I am looking to get some adjustable control arms. Which would you suggest? Right now I am leaning toward the Metal Cloak control arms.

06-20-2012, 04:37 PM	#2
rdlynch2 JKO Addict! Join Date: Jul 2011 Member # 16199 Location: Albany NY Age: 27 Posts: 3,073 Feedback: 1 reviews	Rock Krawler all the way. You will get the most flex out of their arms due to the 20-30 degrees of misalignment. Also, their lower arms are slanted upwards for ground clearance. Their new joints are basically service free (the Generation 3), all you have to do is spray em down with some WD every so often and your good to go. Plus, you have a full lifetime warranty on them. Not that you will ever break one, you can certainly try tho __________________ 2008 Black 2Dr 6spd D30/44 RK 2.5 \| Bilstein 5100's \| RK draglink \| Synergy tie rod \| 35x12.5 MTRK's \| BFH front \| Yukon 5.13's \| ARB front locker & diff cover \| Warn M8000

06-20-2012, 04:47 PM	#3
Ryanralston07 Rock God Join Date: Mar 2011 Member # 14310 Posts: 551 Feedback: 0 reviews	+2^ __________________ 2012 Flame Red JKUR- Manual w/ 4.10s & Nav JCR Front Pre-runner & Rear Dagger, RK 2.5" Flex System, Bilstein 5100s, Teraflex Exhaust Spacers, Nitto Trail Grappler 35x12.5x17 Tires, Black ATX Slot 17x9 Wheels

06-20-2012, 05:20 PM	#4
Freshmeat Rock God Join Date: Apr 2011 Member # 14682 Location: Denham Springs, LA Age: 29 Posts: 1,075 Feedback: 1 reviews	RK x3 __________________ 2012 JKU Sport Build Thread My One Ton Swap Thread www.LouisianaOffRoad.com

06-20-2012, 05:22 PM	#5
unsub Jersey Crew "OG" Join Date: Apr 2011 Member # 15065 Location: Sweetwater, NJ Posts: 9,723 Feedback: 1 reviews	Polly you can adjust them on the ground, don't have to drop the arm and your not limited to a half turn. __________________ http://www.JustJeepGear.com/ Official sponsor of the JerseyCrew http://www.carolinametalmasters.com/ "Wasn't Me I was in Sweetwater"

06-20-2012, 05:26 PM	#6
Jeepmods Granite Guru Join Date: Aug 2011 Member # 16788 Location: Norfolk Va Age: 34 Posts: 416 Feedback: 0 reviews	You could always build your own, if you can't, find a local fabricator... it should be A LOT cheaper. I built both of my Front Lowers out of 2" x 1/4" wall x 36" with SS high misalignment ends for about $211 and that's including shipping ($47).

06-20-2012, 05:35 PM	#8
rdlynch2 JKO Addict! Join Date: Jul 2011 Member # 16199 Location: Albany NY Age: 27 Posts: 3,073 Feedback: 1 reviews	Yeah the poly arms and there on vehicle adjustability is nice for sure. Esp if you have aftermarket shafts to dial in your pinion angle. But even still, adjusting the RK arms is pretty easy with a jack on the pinion to increase the pinion and line up the bolt holes, or on one of the TREs to increase caster. __________________ 2008 Black 2Dr 6spd D30/44 RK 2.5 \| Bilstein 5100's \| RK draglink \| Synergy tie rod \| 35x12.5 MTRK's \| BFH front \| Yukon 5.13's \| ARB front locker & diff cover \| Warn M8000

06-20-2012, 07:10 PM	#9
Sahara Tan Rubicon Banned Join Date: May 2011 Member # 15179 Posts: 192 Feedback: 0 reviews	Those Metal Cloak arms are bad ass! __________________ 2.5" Rock Krawler Springs-Teraflex Control Arms-35" Toyo- AEV Pintlers-Fab Fours Bumpers- Ace Engineering Sliders and Fenders-Spiderwebshade.........

06-20-2012, 08:28 PM	#12
4LCKD10RUBIUNLTD "Ainokea I do what I like" Join Date: Jun 2010 Member # 9703 Location: Kaneohe, Hawaii Posts: 870 Feedback: 5 reviews	My vote is for Currie. Johnny joints on both ends their beefy nuff said IMO. __________________ USARMY

06-20-2012, 08:34 PM	#13
Goodysgotacuda JKO Addict! Join Date: May 2009 Member # 4538 Location: Denton, TX Posts: 12,057 Feedback: 1 reviews	$1215 for 8 Poly or $1100 for 8 RK. With the installed adjusting on the rig, I'd have to bite the bullet and go for Poly. As long as Poly didn't want eleventy dollars to ship the arms. __________________ '09 2dr Rubicon - 6spd \| 37s \| 4.88s \| DIY PSC Ram \| OR-Fab cage \| Poly Cage \| BFH Front \| XRC Rear \| XRC12 Winch \| Walker Evans Beadlocks \| WannaBe Off Road Shop

06-21-2012, 05:04 AM	#16
Freshmeat Rock God Join Date: Apr 2011 Member # 14682 Location: Denham Springs, LA Age: 29 Posts: 1,075 Feedback: 1 reviews	If you drive the Jeep regularly I'd keep the stock bushing on one end for the smoother ride. As far as adjusting on the rig, I'd be terrified a lock nut would loosen up and give me problems. __________________ 2012 JKU Sport Build Thread My One Ton Swap Thread www.LouisianaOffRoad.com

06-21-2012, 06:49 AM	#19
Rock Krawler Suspension JKowners Vendor Join Date: Apr 2009 Member # 4318 Posts: 2,695 Feedback: 8 reviews	Let us know if you have any questions on our products! Were here to to talk jeep, good luck on your build. RK __________________ Better Products Through Innovation, Not Duplication! The Originator of the Independent 3 Link System!

06-21-2012, 12:38 PM	#23
glomb23 IDWE Join Date: Jun 2011 Member # 15593 Location: North Middletown, NJ Age: 26 Posts: 4,673 Feedback: 1 reviews	Currently running all eight RK arms. They've been great so far. With that being said I'll be putting on the metal cloak game changer system within a few weeks. I'll be sure to give my impressions. __________________ Greg JerseyCrew 2011 White 2dr. Rubicon on 37's. - SOLD 2012 Silver JKU Sport - PR44 and a bunch of other stuff

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