1. Welcome to Tundras.com!

    You are currently viewing as a guest! To get full-access, you need to register for a FREE account.

    As a registered member, you’ll be able to:
    • Participate in all Tundra discussion topics
    • Transfer over your build thread from a different forum to this one
    • Communicate privately with other Tundra owners from around the world
    • Post your own photos in our Members Gallery
    • Access all special features of the site

Upper Control Arms?

Discussion in 'Suspension' started by CavTundra, Sep 13, 2019.

  1. Sep 13, 2019 at 4:30 PM
    #1
    CavTundra

    CavTundra [OP] Best Color IMO!

    Joined:
    Aug 28, 2019
    Member:
    #35287
    Messages:
    42
    Gender:
    Male
    Up North
    Vehicle:
    2019 Tundra TRD Off Road (Cavalry Blue)
    Pheonix Screen 8.1, Hood Bulge Light Bar, N-Fab Nerf Bars, Revolver x4 Tonneau Cover, Blindspot and Front Cameras.
    Any suggestions for good adjustable Upper Control Arms, that don't require much maintenance. Not going to be taking my truck off-road ever. I tow I have a 100-200 pound payload rarely once a month. Just want the ride to be as smooth as possible. Do you think BDS UCA's will do it for me heard they don't help the caster too much? Just want to get good alignment. Ordered a BDS 7" lift, going to set Coilover to 6" lift only might or might not have forgotten about the UCA's. It's a 2019
     
    Last edited: Sep 13, 2019
  2. Sep 13, 2019 at 5:09 PM
    #2
    Tundra234

    Tundra234 New Member

    Joined:
    Nov 30, 2018
    Member:
    #22402
    Messages:
    17,985
    Gender:
    Male
    First Name:
    George
    Florida
    Vehicle:
    2020 Tundra DC SR5 Barcelona
    Alot of them
    Spc, JBA, Total Chaos to name a few.
     
    Zero One Actual likes this.
  3. Sep 18, 2019 at 7:25 AM
    #3
    StrmTroop29

    StrmTroop29 New Member

    Joined:
    Jun 20, 2019
    Member:
    #32185
    Messages:
    51
    First Name:
    Anthony
    If you want actual adjust ability you'll want to go with SPCs, JBA and TC arent adjustable but are great options but the SPC is the lower maintenance being a closed system.
     
  4. Sep 18, 2019 at 7:41 AM
    #4
    Kerch71

    Kerch71 Surgical Precision

    Joined:
    Apr 5, 2018
    Member:
    #14195
    Messages:
    1,709
    Gender:
    Male
    First Name:
    Matt
    Mechanicsville VA
    Vehicle:
    2015 CM SC TRD Pro/ICON/Total Chaos Build
    CM TRD Pro glass panels, Icon 2.5, TC long travel UCA/LCA, Toyota supercharger, Airlift rear suspension, Warn winch, custom front and rear bumper, Coachbuilder roof rack, lengthened chassis 12", 37" Nitto Grapplers, custom graphics, Magnaflow Flowmaster 4" SS Exhaust
    I vote Total Chaos.
     
    Zero One Actual and Rica25 like this.
  5. Sep 18, 2019 at 7:51 AM
    #5
    Bucks04

    Bucks04 New Member

    Joined:
    Jan 27, 2018
    Member:
    #12467
    Messages:
    508
    Gender:
    Male
    Vehicle:
    2013 TRD Tundra
    Working on it
    Have SPCs They do need maintain , grease on top , but very easy install and adjusted with yard stick and tape , before driving 15 miles to align , and was almost perfect.
     
    Rica25 likes this.
  6. Sep 18, 2019 at 8:39 AM
    #6
    jeremyd

    jeremyd 2014 Crewmax SR5

    Joined:
    May 9, 2016
    Member:
    #3336
    Messages:
    1,469
    NV
    Vehicle:
    2014 SR5 CM 4X4
    ProComp 7" 35/12.50/18 -11
    I think you should be able to get a good alignment without it. It's a drop down kit, so you should be already there..
     
  7. Sep 18, 2019 at 8:59 AM
    #7
    jeremyd

    jeremyd 2014 Crewmax SR5

    Joined:
    May 9, 2016
    Member:
    #3336
    Messages:
    1,469
    NV
    Vehicle:
    2014 SR5 CM 4X4
    ProComp 7" 35/12.50/18 -11
    I wouldn't be buying a BDS then. I have a 6 inch Procomp using the factory UCA and have a good alignment.
     
    DM 2018 Tundra, Rica25 and 15Yota like this.
  8. Sep 18, 2019 at 3:58 PM
    #8
    CavTundra

    CavTundra [OP] Best Color IMO!

    Joined:
    Aug 28, 2019
    Member:
    #35287
    Messages:
    42
    Gender:
    Male
    Up North
    Vehicle:
    2019 Tundra TRD Off Road (Cavalry Blue)
    Pheonix Screen 8.1, Hood Bulge Light Bar, N-Fab Nerf Bars, Revolver x4 Tonneau Cover, Blindspot and Front Cameras.
    Isn't it more expensive to go Procomp and then go buy fox coil-overs. I'm running Zero Offset tires will stick out 2" going with an icon rxt leaf pack. I'm just going to buy the BDS UCA's. Not going with really aggressive tires either. Lot's of people praise the BDS too. I've also seen a lot of people criticize the Pro Comp too.
     
    Rica25 and 15Yota like this.
  9. Sep 18, 2019 at 4:27 PM
    #9
    CavTundra

    CavTundra [OP] Best Color IMO!

    Joined:
    Aug 28, 2019
    Member:
    #35287
    Messages:
    42
    Gender:
    Male
    Up North
    Vehicle:
    2019 Tundra TRD Off Road (Cavalry Blue)
    Pheonix Screen 8.1, Hood Bulge Light Bar, N-Fab Nerf Bars, Revolver x4 Tonneau Cover, Blindspot and Front Cameras.
    I'm really confused now I can get the 6" pro comp stage II for $2,634.29 and the BDS for 5 grand
     
    Rica25 likes this.
  10. Sep 18, 2019 at 4:49 PM
    #10
    CavTundra

    CavTundra [OP] Best Color IMO!

    Joined:
    Aug 28, 2019
    Member:
    #35287
    Messages:
    42
    Gender:
    Male
    Up North
    Vehicle:
    2019 Tundra TRD Off Road (Cavalry Blue)
    Pheonix Screen 8.1, Hood Bulge Light Bar, N-Fab Nerf Bars, Revolver x4 Tonneau Cover, Blindspot and Front Cameras.
    You know what it's cheaper to go this route, probably going to get the Pro Comp Stage II, Icon Rxt Pack to replace block and ADD-A-LEAF, coachbuilder steering kit, and these: SPC UCA's. Will I need Carrier Bearing Drop Kit and Poluthrane bushings? I'll get some fuel forged wheels with the savings
    upload_2019-9-18_16-48-19.jpg
     

    Attached Files:

    Rica25 and Migraine like this.
  11. Sep 18, 2019 at 4:56 PM
    #11
    jeremyd

    jeremyd 2014 Crewmax SR5

    Joined:
    May 9, 2016
    Member:
    #3336
    Messages:
    1,469
    NV
    Vehicle:
    2014 SR5 CM 4X4
    ProComp 7" 35/12.50/18 -11
    Sorry to be so blunt here, but don’t spend 5k on a 6 or 7 inch lift unless you like throwing away your money..
     
    Rica25 and 15Yota like this.
  12. Sep 18, 2019 at 4:57 PM
    #12
    CavTundra

    CavTundra [OP] Best Color IMO!

    Joined:
    Aug 28, 2019
    Member:
    #35287
    Messages:
    42
    Gender:
    Male
    Up North
    Vehicle:
    2019 Tundra TRD Off Road (Cavalry Blue)
    Pheonix Screen 8.1, Hood Bulge Light Bar, N-Fab Nerf Bars, Revolver x4 Tonneau Cover, Blindspot and Front Cameras.
    Yeah, most likely going pro comp Read Above ^^^^^
     
    Bigboitundra and Rica25 like this.
  13. Sep 18, 2019 at 5:06 PM
    #13
    CavTundra

    CavTundra [OP] Best Color IMO!

    Joined:
    Aug 28, 2019
    Member:
    #35287
    Messages:
    42
    Gender:
    Male
    Up North
    Vehicle:
    2019 Tundra TRD Off Road (Cavalry Blue)
    Pheonix Screen 8.1, Hood Bulge Light Bar, N-Fab Nerf Bars, Revolver x4 Tonneau Cover, Blindspot and Front Cameras.
    Pro Comp uses shims, coachbuilder gives these spacers instead to eliminate driveline vibration. Pro Comp says that extra shims might be needed to eliminate driveline vibration so, I'm going with the coachbuilder carrier bearing drop kit. Just not sure where I can get or if I need poly bushings or any other upgrades for better ride.

    About spending 5k on the BDS, I'm really thankful I can spend that type of money on my truck without any worries, BUT I really appreciate the input guys.
    With those savings, I can buy these fuels without getting yelled at by the "boss"

    Fuel-Forged-FF09-Brushed.jpg
     
    Last edited: Sep 18, 2019
    Bigboitundra likes this.
  14. Sep 18, 2019 at 5:43 PM
    #14
    CavTundra

    CavTundra [OP] Best Color IMO!

    Joined:
    Aug 28, 2019
    Member:
    #35287
    Messages:
    42
    Gender:
    Male
    Up North
    Vehicle:
    2019 Tundra TRD Off Road (Cavalry Blue)
    Pheonix Screen 8.1, Hood Bulge Light Bar, N-Fab Nerf Bars, Revolver x4 Tonneau Cover, Blindspot and Front Cameras.
    It says 3-5" of lift, and the Pro Comp It comes with shims. I'll be good either way. Let' see what the mechanic says!
     
    15Yota likes this.
  15. Sep 18, 2019 at 5:46 PM
    #15
    CavTundra

    CavTundra [OP] Best Color IMO!

    Joined:
    Aug 28, 2019
    Member:
    #35287
    Messages:
    42
    Gender:
    Male
    Up North
    Vehicle:
    2019 Tundra TRD Off Road (Cavalry Blue)
    Pheonix Screen 8.1, Hood Bulge Light Bar, N-Fab Nerf Bars, Revolver x4 Tonneau Cover, Blindspot and Front Cameras.
    Not sure what you mean by I'll wind up needing more. Do you mean more spacing? It's 4" lift in the rear

    carrier.jpg
     
  16. Sep 18, 2019 at 5:50 PM
    #16
    CavTundra

    CavTundra [OP] Best Color IMO!

    Joined:
    Aug 28, 2019
    Member:
    #35287
    Messages:
    42
    Gender:
    Male
    Up North
    Vehicle:
    2019 Tundra TRD Off Road (Cavalry Blue)
    Pheonix Screen 8.1, Hood Bulge Light Bar, N-Fab Nerf Bars, Revolver x4 Tonneau Cover, Blindspot and Front Cameras.
    Maybe it's a big boy lift problem :fingerscrossed::fingerscrossed::fingerscrossed:
     
  17. Sep 18, 2019 at 5:54 PM
    #17
    CavTundra

    CavTundra [OP] Best Color IMO!

    Joined:
    Aug 28, 2019
    Member:
    #35287
    Messages:
    42
    Gender:
    Male
    Up North
    Vehicle:
    2019 Tundra TRD Off Road (Cavalry Blue)
    Pheonix Screen 8.1, Hood Bulge Light Bar, N-Fab Nerf Bars, Revolver x4 Tonneau Cover, Blindspot and Front Cameras.
    Hopefully, everything is more stable, with that 14" lift your truck must be a REALLY HUGE B****. :p:p
     
    15Yota likes this.
  18. Sep 18, 2019 at 6:04 PM
    #18
    jeremyd

    jeremyd 2014 Crewmax SR5

    Joined:
    May 9, 2016
    Member:
    #3336
    Messages:
    1,469
    NV
    Vehicle:
    2014 SR5 CM 4X4
    ProComp 7" 35/12.50/18 -11
    You'll definitely need to play around with the carrier bearing spacer. Here's mine on final adjustment to get rid of the take off shudder.
    IMG_1393.jpg
     
    15Yota and Migraine like this.
  19. Sep 18, 2019 at 6:08 PM
    #19
    jeremyd

    jeremyd 2014 Crewmax SR5

    Joined:
    May 9, 2016
    Member:
    #3336
    Messages:
    1,469
    NV
    Vehicle:
    2014 SR5 CM 4X4
    ProComp 7" 35/12.50/18 -11
    It's to help with sizing ! Lol
     
    15Yota likes this.
  20. Sep 18, 2019 at 6:10 PM
    #20
    jeremyd

    jeremyd 2014 Crewmax SR5

    Joined:
    May 9, 2016
    Member:
    #3336
    Messages:
    1,469
    NV
    Vehicle:
    2014 SR5 CM 4X4
    ProComp 7" 35/12.50/18 -11
    Good lord brother ! you need to see a shrink ! Lol
     
    15Yota likes this.
  21. Sep 18, 2019 at 6:12 PM
    #21
    CavTundra

    CavTundra [OP] Best Color IMO!

    Joined:
    Aug 28, 2019
    Member:
    #35287
    Messages:
    42
    Gender:
    Male
    Up North
    Vehicle:
    2019 Tundra TRD Off Road (Cavalry Blue)
    Pheonix Screen 8.1, Hood Bulge Light Bar, N-Fab Nerf Bars, Revolver x4 Tonneau Cover, Blindspot and Front Cameras.
    :eek2::eek2::eek2:
     
    15Yota likes this.
  22. Sep 18, 2019 at 6:13 PM
    #22
    CavTundra

    CavTundra [OP] Best Color IMO!

    Joined:
    Aug 28, 2019
    Member:
    #35287
    Messages:
    42
    Gender:
    Male
    Up North
    Vehicle:
    2019 Tundra TRD Off Road (Cavalry Blue)
    Pheonix Screen 8.1, Hood Bulge Light Bar, N-Fab Nerf Bars, Revolver x4 Tonneau Cover, Blindspot and Front Cameras.
    You do it yourself? Or did a shop do all the final adjustments for you?
     
  23. Sep 18, 2019 at 6:14 PM
    #23
    jeremyd

    jeremyd 2014 Crewmax SR5

    Joined:
    May 9, 2016
    Member:
    #3336
    Messages:
    1,469
    NV
    Vehicle:
    2014 SR5 CM 4X4
    ProComp 7" 35/12.50/18 -11
    I'm definitely getting out the way if I see you in the rear view mirror !
     
  24. Sep 18, 2019 at 6:15 PM
    #24
    jeremyd

    jeremyd 2014 Crewmax SR5

    Joined:
    May 9, 2016
    Member:
    #3336
    Messages:
    1,469
    NV
    Vehicle:
    2014 SR5 CM 4X4
    ProComp 7" 35/12.50/18 -11
    me
     
  25. Sep 18, 2019 at 6:17 PM
    #25
    CavTundra

    CavTundra [OP] Best Color IMO!

    Joined:
    Aug 28, 2019
    Member:
    #35287
    Messages:
    42
    Gender:
    Male
    Up North
    Vehicle:
    2019 Tundra TRD Off Road (Cavalry Blue)
    Pheonix Screen 8.1, Hood Bulge Light Bar, N-Fab Nerf Bars, Revolver x4 Tonneau Cover, Blindspot and Front Cameras.
    Not if he drives over you :devil::devil:. 1 and a half-foot lift GODDAMMIT, a 6" lift must be minuscule compared to yours.
     
    15Yota and jeremyd[QUOTED] like this.
  26. Sep 18, 2019 at 6:17 PM
    #26
    CavTundra

    CavTundra [OP] Best Color IMO!

    Joined:
    Aug 28, 2019
    Member:
    #35287
    Messages:
    42
    Gender:
    Male
    Up North
    Vehicle:
    2019 Tundra TRD Off Road (Cavalry Blue)
    Pheonix Screen 8.1, Hood Bulge Light Bar, N-Fab Nerf Bars, Revolver x4 Tonneau Cover, Blindspot and Front Cameras.
    I would do it myself but I rarely have free time, today is one of those rare days.
     
  27. Sep 18, 2019 at 6:18 PM
    #27
    jeremyd

    jeremyd 2014 Crewmax SR5

    Joined:
    May 9, 2016
    Member:
    #3336
    Messages:
    1,469
    NV
    Vehicle:
    2014 SR5 CM 4X4
    ProComp 7" 35/12.50/18 -11
    It's ready for the stadium ..
     

Products Discussed in

To Top