Carli radius arm install

[Explorerinil]

I got a carli backcountry kit on my truck, I just ordered a set of carli radius arms to replace my stock arms. Install looks pretty straight forward. Anyone install a set? Any tips or pointers? I’m debating on not running the limiting straps, anyone not run them?

 

[Kingsize24]

This, I've got to see. Subscribed for the fun, and pictures.

 

[Explorerinil]

This, I've got to see. Subscribed for the fun, and pictures.

They should be here by the weekend, I’ll post some pics.

 

[Gibby56]

They are straight forward. Make sure you have a big enough torque wrench and get them to spec. Don't forget to grease them when you're done

I did the limit straps, It wont make a difference if you put them on or not if you don't plan on jumping the truck.

 

[Explorerinil]

They are straight forward. Make sure you have a big enough torque wrench and get them to spec. Don't forget to grease them when you're done

I did the limit straps, It wont make a difference if you put them on or not if you don't plan on jumping the truck.

Is there a grease zert on the end that fits in the drop bracket? My understanding is that the bushings on the axle stay and are pressed in the axle. I’m guessing I won’t need the strap, stock arms don’t have it and I won’t be jumping the truck. Did u notice any difference with the carli arms? Still waiting on CJC to get them to me, I was hoping to do the install this weekend.

 

[Gibby56]

Exacty! There is a gap in the drop bracket to get a grease gun onto the zerk fitting for the spherical joint on the Carli Arms. If you are not on 100% flat ground, sometimes the angle is off just enough to not grease one side.

The arms feel smoother through the suspension travel than the factory ones. The original ones felt like they would "wind up" at full bump and unload more than they should have. They allow slightly more flex due to the spherical joint on the frame side compared to stock but its still not much compared to the old style 4 link.

I am really happy with the Carli arms. They are beefy, ride well, and the welds are a work of art.

 

[Dalko43]

Does Carli recommend them for certain lift heights?

For example, will they work with a minimal 1"-2" lift?

 

[Explorerinil]

Does Carli recommend them for certain lift heights?

For example, will they work with a minimal 1"-2" lift?

They will work, they are the same length as stock. Anything over 3 inches you need a radius arm drop to get the proper caster.

 

[Explorerinil]

Update, the worlds best off road truck part place, aka CJC Off-road, says they are shipping today, so I’ll post pics hopefully very soon.

 

[Gibby56]

So, how'd it go?

 

[Explorerinil]

I got the radius arms, sitting in the garage... my wife is due to go into labor any day now, which is a few weeks early. That said, I won’t be installing them anytime soon, so I got a friend putting them on for me while I am away, since I can’t get my truck in the parking deck at the hospital I’m using her Jeep anyway.

 

[Explorerinil]

Carli really builds some well built stuff.

 

[Explorerinil]

Got the truck back today, I would recommend these replacement radius arms even if you don’t have a full carli suspension. Overall the truck rides smoother, took the sharpness out of bumps and gave the front end a tighter feel.

 

[Kingsize24]

You damn tease!!!! Post them pics!

 

[Dalko43]

Do these arms provide better articulation over stock?

Will they work even with a mild (less than 2”) lift?


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