fox suspension ideas
01-07-2013, 07:13 AM
#11
Heat Miser
Right now I've just got a 2.5" level and looking at these for replacements over the rough ***** stock shocks. With my level and the 2.5's in front, 2.0's in rear, do I need the UCA's as well? I've done alot of modifications in the past, but not a ton with suspension, and definitely not a ton of 4x4 suspensions. Thanks for the info so far!
Of course they all say their Whiz-Bang uni-ball will withstand a nuclear explosion, but there are other factors involved as well. The 'level' does put stress on the uni-ball connection between the UCA's and the spindle, but it also binds up the alignment and steering. Even though a lot of times you can align the front without an alignment 'kit', the aftermarket UCA's restore the geometry so you get back the full range of adjustment. With the steering, if you drove around with the 2.5's and/or 'lift' before you installed the UCA's, the first time you drive your truck AFTER you install 'em, you'll notice the steering feels 'freed' up.
Speaking of the 2.5's, aftermarket UCA's allow them their full extension, which includes droop.
01-09-2013, 02:04 AM
#12
Senior Member
I have the 2.5 Fox's and the upper control arms (mandatory if you don't want to replace the factory ball joints every six months) and the truck handles 10 times better than stock. My only complaint (minor at that) is the shocks make a bit of noise in the morning until the oil gets warmed up.
