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Old Jul 28, 2012 | 04:22 PM
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I after ordering my rk flex kit I have just enough money left over for one more set control arms. So what set should it be front uppers or rear lowers or rear uppers? What's better and why?
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Old Jul 28, 2012 | 04:28 PM
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I asked the same question.

I was told rear uppers are next after the front lowers.
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Old Jul 29, 2012 | 07:33 AM
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Anyone?? Anyone??
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Old Jul 29, 2012 | 07:41 AM
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Rear uppers
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Old Jul 29, 2012 | 07:45 AM
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Anyone have brand recommendations?
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Old Jul 29, 2012 | 07:46 AM
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But why rear uppers?
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Old Jul 29, 2012 | 07:58 AM
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My guess Is because you can adjust the pinion angle of the rear axle with adjustable uppers. This helps maintain a better driveline angle which cuts down on binding and wear and tear on the u-joints.
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Old Jul 29, 2012 | 07:59 AM
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Originally Posted by TejasRubi
My guess Is because you can adjust the pinion angle of the rear axle with adjustable uppers. This helps maintain a better driveline angle which cuts down on binding and wear and tear on the u-joints.
X2 on this
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Old Jul 29, 2012 | 08:02 AM
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If you have a 2dr the rear uppers is pretty much a must!
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Old Jul 29, 2012 | 08:12 AM
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Would it be odd to have new front lowers and stock uppers and stick rear lowers and new rear uppers?
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