I've been searching and reading but haven't found exactly what I'm looking for. I'm currently running the Rough Country 2.5" spacer lift. My caster is obviously slightly lower than it should be and I would like to get it back closer to stock settings. I know I can do this by installing some adjustable lower control arms, but can I also get close to what I need by installing the set of cam bolts instead of the LCA's? Since my lift isn't too tall I was hoping that the cam bolts would do the trick and I could save some additional money.

Some of the lift kits come with the cam bolts instead of LCA's which is what gave me the idea. Anyone have any suggestions?

 

Do it right the first time with adjustable control arms. The cam bolts can loosen up over time and are not the best option IMO.

 

Thanks I am upgrading to 35's soon so it sounds like the LCA's might be a better option for the long term.

Second question, is one brand of LCA's better than another?

 

I am by no means an expert, I can only speak from personal experience and from what I have read on this forum.
My personal experience was with my TJ. My original lift came with cambolts and I could never, I mean never, keep them tight, I tried everything but welding them in.
From what I have read here it seems most people shy away from them because you have to notch your front axle alignment tabs to use the cambolts. They also are prone to working themselves loose.
It seems the consensus was to get the lower control arms.
So, with all that said, yes the cambolts will give you enough, or should, movement to get your caster back where you want it.
Hope this helps.

 

Dang you guys are quick! I need to learn how to type faster.

 

No kidding, it's been fantastic having a question answered this quickly!

 

I had JKS rams on my TJ, and I really liked them.
But I think you will find that most of the big name companies, JKS, Currie, Rokmen, etc. all make good arms. Happy hunting !

 

Anyone have any experience with Daystar LCA's? Are they total crap?

 

The amount of lift is only relatively important. The real crux of the matter is the functionality of the cam bolts. For higher lifts they are incapable of providing sufficient Caster adjustment.

They will work, but they are NOT the preferred option and the suspension/steering system is not a good place to cut cost corners.

 

I just installed Teraflex front lower flexarms and they really do make a difference, I am running a TF 2.5 coil lift with 35's and it made my front end feel much more stable at higher speeds by inceasing caster, I should of done them sooner