At the moment I am on the hunt to replace my front lower control arms as the ball joints are badly worn. Since the car is lowered I was contemplating on purchasing a new set of Ikeya Formula arms which are pillow ball type, however since the pillow joint replaces the OEM bushes, the down side to this is that there is an increase in noise, vibration and harshness throughout the vehicle. Megan Racing have suspension components, but not front control arms. Is there any other aftermarket arm that allows you to retain factory alignment geometry and reduce bumpsteer for lowered vehicle? Or am I forced to just purchase a new set of toyota arms?
Friday, October 10, 2008 - 11:59 pm, by: Alan Wainwright(India1)
You could always try ordering a set of Supra arms perhaps?
Seems to be a popular mod in the US from reading their Lexus SC forums. Identical geometry for the lower control arms apparently and the lowers just bolt on.
No idea what they cost if ordered through a local Toyota dealer but Carson Toyota in the states sells them for about USD$220 a side. Of course there is the small matter of shipping them here and the rapidly worsening state of the Aussie dollar to consider.
I haven't tried these personally, but from what I've read they're a popular solution in the US. You could have a look on the Club Lexus forums if you want more info.
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