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Tacoma, 3rd Gen Front UCAs — Core 4x4

CORE 4X4 · 2.2M views · 12:14

Skill Level

Intermediate

Time Required

Half day

Estimated Cost

$200–500

Equipment

Toyota Tacoma 3rd Gen

Permit Required

No

Tools Needed

Socket set, Wrench set, Jack, Jack stands, Torque wrench, Spring compressor
Front upper control arm upgrade for the Toyota Tacoma. Walkthrough of the Front Upper Control Arms on a 6-lug Toyota Tacoma. Built from 1/2" plate steel with bushings welded at an offset for additional clearance around aftermarket coilovers and greater down travel. Angled ball joint cups restore caster lost when lifting and reduce ball joint stress. Greaseable polyurethane bushings with custom independent crush sleeves and 90° grease fittings for easy maintenance. Two-stage powder coating in 10 colors. Products Used In Video: — Toyota Tacoma 6-Lug 2005-2023 Front Upper Control Arms (SKU: T-TAC-05-UCA2): https://core4x4.com/product/t-tac-05-uca2/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=boost&utm_campaign=tacoma-front-uca&utm_content=product_t-tac-05-uca2 Individual Products Sold Separately: — RockJock Johnny Joint Moly Grease, 14oz (SKU: CE-9013G): https://core4x4.com/product/ce-9013g-johnny-joint-rod-ends/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=boost&utm_campaign=tacoma-front-uca&utm_content=product_ce-9013g Other Vehicle Options: — Toyota 4Runner 2003-2024 / Lexus GX470 2003-2009 / Lexus GX460 2010-2023 Front Upper Control Arms (SKU: T-4R-03-UCA2): https://core4x4.com/product/t-4r-03-uca2/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=boost&utm_campaign=tacoma-front-uca&utm_content=product_t-4r-03-uca2 — Toyota FJ Cruiser 2007-2014 Front Upper Control Arms (SKU: T-FJ-07-UCA2): https://core4x4.com/product/t-fj-07-uca2/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=boost&utm_campaign=tacoma-front-uca&utm_content=product_t-fj-07-uca2 ⏱ TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Intro 0:26 3 Issues With Lifted Toyota IFS 2:32 How Core 4x4 UCAs Solve These Issues 4:24 Wheels Off 4:40 Coilover Clearance Check 5:14 Tacoma Front UCA Teardown 7:19 Spacer Orientation 8:41 Passenger Side Install 9:28 Torque Specs 10:16 Driver Side Install 10:42 Outro 🌐 SHOP BY VEHICLE: → All Toyota Tacoma parts: https://core4x4.com/product-category/toyota-tacoma/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=boost&utm_campaign=tacoma-front-uca&utm_content=vehicle_tacoma → All Toyota 4Runner parts: https://core4x4.com/product-category/toyota-4runner/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=boost&utm_campaign=tacoma-front-uca&utm_content=vehicle_4runner → All Toyota FJ Cruiser parts: https://core4x4.com/product-category/toyota-fj-cruiser/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=boost&utm_campaign=tacoma-front-uca&utm_content=vehicle_fj-cruiser 📺 RELATED: → Tacoma, 4Runner & FJ Cruiser Front End Links: https://youtu.be/1s8y2X9Nzzk → Tacoma & Tundra Rear Suspension Install: https://youtu.be/8CkLHitKXEo → Toyota 4Runner Camp Series Rear Install: https://youtu.be/9sjZyZC3yIM 📞 QUESTIONS? Reach us at sales@https://www.core4x4.com?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=tacoma-3rd-gen-front-ucas&utm_content=home or support@https://www.core4x4.com?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=tacoma-3rd-gen-front-ucas&utm_content=home — visit https://www.core4x4.com?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=tacoma-3rd-gen-front-ucas&utm_content=home 📱 SOCIALS: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/core4x4fab TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@core4x4 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/core4x4fab — Core 4x4 manufactures aftermarket suspension, steering, and drivetrain components for Jeep, Dodge, Ram, Toyota, and Ford platforms. Designed, built, and shipped from Orem, Utah.