The Detroit Speed upper control arm kit is a complete and comprehensive package. Detroit Speed has done all the engineering and testing, and supplies all parts needed to complete the installation. All you will need to do is follow the instructions and supply the grease. Our Detroit Speed, Inc. Upper Control Arms are quick and easy to install and align.
The Detroit Speed upper control arm kit is a bolt on enhancement for 1978-88 G-Body platforms. Suspension geometry is improved over stock by increasing camber gain and improving roll camber. Detroit Speed's upper control arms have been computer modeled and the components have undergone finite element analysis.
The control arms have CNC stainless steel cross shafts which incorporate Detroit Speed's Caster Tuner Bushings. These aluminum bushings adjust caster by moving the upper control arm fore/aft for more or less caster without adding alignment shims. This unique caster adjustment design is engineered to be precise and permanent.
The upper control arms also utilize Detroit Speed designed bushings. These greaseable aluminum/Delrin bushings have an increased stiffness over stock. This provides more consistent and precise handling. The bushings also have CNC machined bevel stainless washers and stainless ny-lock nuts.
The upper control arms have CNC machined tube ends for precision fits. The arms are then TIG welded in a fixture for accuracy and repeatability of geometry. The ball joint pocket is CNC machined from steel for increased strength. The arms are powder coated gloss black and come assembled with ball joints. Two sets of Caster Tuner Bushings are included. The Detroit Speed, Inc. upper control arms are ready to bolt on!
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Detroit Speed puts a significant amount of effort into developing long-lasting, dependable products that are formulated to exceed late-model performance expectations. Our systems are designed by exceptionally qualified engineers and built by fabricators dedicated to making the best systems they possibly can. Our parts are made using state-of-the-art manufacturing technologies–CNC machining, forging, hydroforming, and more–to bring your classic muscle car to the 21st century.
Months of testing, revising, and polishing stand behind every product we make available to the public, and our test cars prove the point. Each of our development mules receive thousands of hard miles attending car shows, completing road trips, crushing autocross paddocks, and storming track days in the process. The pursuit of perfection has always been our primary goal, and it always will be. Because of this, we can confidently say our systems are the best, most comprehensive solutions to any and all your muscle car problems.
| Make | Model | Submodel | Years |
| Oldsmobile | Cutlass | Brougham | 1980 - 1981 |
| Oldsmobile | Cutlass | LS | 1980 - 1981 |
| Oldsmobile | Cutlass | Vista Cruiser Brougham | 1979 |
| Oldsmobile | Cutlass | Vista Cruiser | 1978 - 1979 |
| Oldsmobile | Cutlass | 1980 |
| Chassis Codes | GM G-Body |
| Color | Black |
| Engine | Chevrolet 396, Chevrolet 283, Chevrolet 302, Chevrolet 305, Chevrolet 307, Chevrolet 327, Chevrolet 350, GM LS1, GM LS2, GM LS3, GM LS7, GM LS9, GM L99, GM LSA, GM LS 4.8 Liter, GM LS 5.3 Liter, GM LS 6.0 Liter, GM LS 6.2 Liter, Chevrolet 350 L98, Chevrolet 350 LT1, Chevrolet LT1 Gen 5, Chevrolet LT4 Gen 5, Chevrolet LT5 Gen 5, GM 4.8 Liter, GM 5.3 Liter, GM 6.0 Liter |
| Finish | Powdercoat |
| Location | Front Upper |
| Manufacturer Warranty | 2-Year Limited Defects and Workmanship |
| Material | Steel/Stainless Steel |
| Vehicle Type | Car |
