Ford Icon Upper Control Arms

The upper control arm is a vital suspension component that is used on most 1/2 ton and mid-size trucks along with SUVs. It connects the top of the front steering knuckle to the chassis and acts as a pivot point for the suspension. Owners of lifted vehicles equipped with UCAs will often need to purchase new control arms that are designed to compensate for changes in the angle where the arms meet the steering knuckles. If not addressed ball joints can wear prematurely due to binding and loss of suspension travel.

Icon Vehicle Dynamics offers a variety of control arms to fit a lifted vehicle's needs. Below are some types of arms and cool features you will find in these arms:

Delta Joint: The standout feature of all Icon upper control arms is the Delta Joint. Icon provides this in place of a standard ball joint (used at the point the arm meets the knuckle). It is a heavy-duty, high-angle ball joint that combines the durability of a ball joint with the performance of a traditional uniball. This allows for significantly increased articulation with little binding while also protecting it from the elements.

Billet Aluminum Arms: For the ultimate in UCAs, the Icon Billet Aluminum control arms are tough to beat. CNC machined from 6061 billet aluminum with a matte anodized finish for lasting durability, these arms look great and are built for maximum strength. At the chassis connecting points, they use PTFE-lined FK end rods for better strength and durability. Machined adjuster sleeves allow for vehicle adjustment of the caster and camber. A built-in dust cap protects the Delt Joint from the elements.

Tubular Arms: The heavy-duty steel tubular design and attractive price of these Icon UCAs make it a popular choice. Utilizing the mentioned Delta Joint, 1026 DOM steel construction along with polyurethane bushings at the chassis connecting points, these arms provide excellent value and performance for lifted models.