tubular control arm info

[Tigwldr]

Just curious.
What are the benefits of using tubular control arms?
I realize they are stronger but what are the other benfits?
How many options do I have?

Thanks

 

[Wagonbacker9]

lighter.

 

[blue_92_sierra]

Pretty much just looks and a little bit more camber when laid out

 

[DRAGGIN95]

They have better BJ angles, and also you don't have to modify the frame as much for them as you do with stocker's.

 

[Sierra]

They are aesthetically better.

 

[Tigwldr]

How many companies make them?
Are the ones made for pickups compatible to my front end?

Thanks

 

[DRAGGIN95]

There are a lot of places making them, and yes the pick arm's will fit right on a 2DR 2wd. I like these from MMW http://michiganmetalworks.com/store/index.php?route=product/product&product_id=93

 

[blue_92_sierra]

The mmw arms are sick! If shipping wasn't so much for me I woulda got those for sure!

 

[Tigwldr]

Wow, talk about inexpensive. Thats a great price for them.
My only concern would be that they are made of plate. I think they are 1/2" uppers and 3/4" lowers, which is thick but, when you consider the wieght of the vehicle, makes me a little hesitant.

How many other companies make them?
Thanks

 

[e3mcgrath]

My only concern would be that they are made of plate. I think they are 1/2" uppers and 3/4" lowers, which is thick but, when you consider the wieght of the vehicle, makes me a little hesitant.

you have nothing to worry about