How To Set Up Adjustable Trailing Arms

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[@mplscarsales6652]

So let’s say I’m going from factory heights to 3” front lift and 2” rear I would just add an extra 2 length” to rear adjustable control arms 2017 Ram .Thank you very much for this video I don’t know how to adjust for a 2” lift in rear

[@thecadillacdanshow8658]

You shouldn't have to adjust any of the arms for that amount of lift other then a front end alignment

[@mplscarsales6652]

@@thecadillacdanshow8658 thanks for reply back yeah only small lift

[@RogerStinson-z9z]

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[@migo831]

I got those upper trailing arms. Lol I like em. Got em from BMH.

[@LOWRIDERHYDRAULICS]

Not gonna lie, I quit using this type because they come out of adjustment over time. Started custom making them so one side is stationary and the other side is free to pivot for easy 3. Make it harder to adjust but once it’s done, it won’t ever come out of adjustment and will pivot easier. Just my opinion. Following you now bro 👊🏻 support those that support you. Share the knowledge.

[@thecadillacdanshow8658]

I have heard that before I never had a problem but I guess some do the other style makes it a pain in the ass to adjust but it will definitely never change once you set it that's for sure

[@jay_vidzz2801]

Hi thanks for the vid would i need drop mounts if im putting in 14 in cylinders on these cars?

[@thecadillacdanshow8658]

Yes I would add some

[@jay_vidzz2801]

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[@slimtouv1050]

What brand are those trailer arms

[@mluiso23]

Did you weld the pivots on the new arms? I just received mine(probably from same place. BMH) and noticed they were just in place. I'm attempting to do my 77 Monte today/tomorrow. The upper stock arms are already off of the car so getting it in place should be fun lol. Once those are in I will do the lowers...from same place

[@thecadillacdanshow8658]

No they are held in with a snap ring and then there is a miss alignment shim that slips in each side these arms were from BMH

[@Garys_OldSchools]

How did that turn out? I got a 77 as well would like to see you setup

[@oflanagans1]

I’m looking for stock replacements for both rear upper and lower arms, no lift. Any recommendations?

[@thecadillacdanshow8658]

I have some in good shape if you are interested message me on Facebook and I can send you some pics

[@claytonyoung1763]

If I install upper and lower arms with +1” adjustment how much will that affect the tire in the rear fender and also will that 1” have a effect on my driveshaft or is 1” doable without extra parts?

[@thecadillacdanshow8658]

My normal rule if thumb has been for every inch of the lowers being adjusted takes about 2 inches on the uppers but I usually just adjust them to where I want everything and where everything cycles well that's one reason I like the turn buckle style arms so you dont have to take them off the vehicle to adjust them

[@jameerchavis640]

Which trailing arm pushes the rear tire back towards the rear? Upper or lower trailing arm

[@thecadillacdanshow8658]

Both actually can the lowers move the axle back a lot more but if you adjust the uppers out a lot you will notice the axle move back a little

[@liljay5653]

Hey Dan wondering if you know what the stock length of 94 Cadillac upper arms are? I’m making my own but don’t have any stock ones to go off. Thanks

[@thecadillacdanshow8658]

Are you measuring from center of the busing to the center of the balljoint?

[@liljay5653]

@@thecadillacdanshow8658 sorry rear upper arms hole to hole measurement like you measured in this video

[@thecadillacdanshow8658]

@liljay5653 they are 11 1/4 center to center

[@liljay5653]

@@thecadillacdanshow8658 thanks bro good looking out ✌️

[@thecadillacdanshow8658]

No problem glad I could help

[@coolpat207]

How does this /which arms help putting 24 on car n one side seeming to be more forward that passenger side

[@thecadillacdanshow8658]

If the frame is straight they should be very close to the same size on each side granted frames are mass produced and they are not exactly the same but really close

[@ghettojuice4845]

Can I use these in place of stock ones without drop mounts?

[@thecadillacdanshow8658]

You can depending on how much lock up you are going with and it may cause drive line vibrations at a certain height

[@ghettojuice4845]

@@thecadillacdanshow8658 man, appreciate that. Only got 12in cylinders so my lock up ain't too crazy.

[@thecadillacdanshow8658]

@@ghettojuice4845 yeah adjustable upper tailing arms would be perfect for you

[@angelrios6624]

What about the lower adjustable trailing arms ? What’s the measurements?

[@thecadillacdanshow8658]

I will have to look i dont remember off the top of my head

[@thecadillacdanshow8658]

The stock lower trailing arm is 22 inches center to center

[@jasonbouncer8027]

If your car is crab walking would that have anything to do with my upper adjustable trailing arms?

[@thecadillacdanshow8658]

Usually the uppers will just push the axle to one side or the other if you have adjustable lowers that can make it crab walk if they are not adjusted evenly

[@jasonbouncer8027]

@@thecadillacdanshow8658 so adjust the lower then thanks

[@thecadillacdanshow8658]

Yeah make sure they are adjusted out the same distance

[@jasonbouncer8027]

@@thecadillacdanshow8658 thx again should I put rear end on Jack stands first?

[@thecadillacdanshow8658]

@@jasonbouncer8027 yeah it would not hurt that way you could get a accurate measurement

[@phreaktor]

What about t\he suspension geometry changes when you make the arms longer and at what point do you need them? It pushes the driveshaft further into the trans right? Do you need them when you go up to say 14's in the rear with no chain bridge to drive locked up? I'm just now seeing them on low lows after being out of the game 20 years.

[@thecadillacdanshow8658]

It changes the pinion angle you have to find a sweet spot between being able to lock up with out putting a ton of stress on the ears on top of the differential and not having drive line vibrations. With the rear lifting higher it will push the drive shaft in the trans more it's best to get a slip yoke but you can also shorten the drive shaft a half inch to a inch

[@treysworld2000]

Where did you get the arms from

[@thecadillacdanshow8658]

Black magic

[@treysworld2000]

Thank you

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