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QA1 70-81 GM F-Body/73-77 A-Body/75-79 X-Body/78-96 B-Body Street Perf Upper Control Arm Kit - Front

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QAP52718
806990160447
Control Arms
6 Units In Stock - Ships Next Business Day
$ 704.53 $ 635.95
$ 635.95

SKU: 52718 | UPC: 806990160447

QA1 70-81 GM F-Body/73-77 A-Body/75-79 X-Body/78-96 B-Body Street Perf Upper Control Arm Kit - Front

QA1 52718 Street Performance Upper Control Arm Kit upgrades front suspension on 70-81 Camaro Firebird F-Body, 73-77 Chevelle Malibu A-Body, 75-79 Nova X-Body, and 78-96 Caprice Impala B-Body vehicles. This kit includes high-strength arms with polyurethane bushings and integrated ball joints for precise handling and smoother cruising. Robotically welded with powder coat finish these arms deliver caster camber corrections for stable cornering on street driven cars.

Key Features

  • Geometry Correction: Adds 3-4 degrees caster and 0.5-1 degree negative camber when used as a pair for improved front end alignment and tire contact
  • Strength to Weight Design: High strength tubing paired with billet aluminum cross shafts creates lightest arms available with enhanced durability over stock
  • Low Friction Bushings: Polyurethane bushings reduce road noise for comfortable rides while providing firm response for responsive steering
  • Integrated Ball Joints: Stronger than OEM QA1 ball joints offer long service life and pair with Pro Coil systems double shear lowers
  • Bolt-In Ready: Direct replacement with robotically welded construction and powder coat for clean look easy install Made in USA

Product Notes

  • Designed for vehicles used in cruising and long distance driving with QA1 Pro Coil Systems
  • Arms used individually provide half the caster camber gains of paired installation
  • Ships fully assembled with bushings and ball joints pre-installed

Installation Notes

  • Professional installation recommended.
  • Bolt-in design fits factory locations no modifications required
  • Compatible with QA1 double shear lower mounts and Pro Coil front suspension kits

This Part Fits

Year Make Model Submodel
1970-1981 Chevrolet Camaro Base RS SS Z28 Sport Berlinetta Rally Sport LT
1970-1981 Pontiac Firebird Base Esprit Formula Trans Am
1973-1977 Chevrolet Chevelle Base Deluxe Laguna Malibu El Camino
1973-1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo Base S Landau
1975-1979 Chevrolet Nova Base Custom LN Police
1978-1996 Chevrolet Caprice Base Classic Brougham LS LTZ Sport Estate Landau
1978-1996 Chevrolet Impala Base SS Estate Landau Sport
1973-1977 Buick Regal Base SR
1973-1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass Base Supreme 442 Brougham Colonnade Cruiser Hurst S Vista Cruiser
1973-1977 Pontiac LeMans Base Luxury Safari Sport GTO Grand Prix
1978-1985 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser Base
1991-1996 Buick Roadmaster Base Estate Wagon Limited Collector's Edition

Why Choose QA1?

  • Over 30 years leading suspension components for racing and street performance
  • All products manufactured in 83,000 sq ft USA facility in Lakeville MN
  • Specializes in shocks coilovers driveshafts rod ends ball joints for motorsports

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Q: Will this kit fit my 1978 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am?
    A: Yes QA1 52718 fits all 1970-1981 Pontiac Firebird models including Trans Am Esprit Formula with direct bolt-in replacement
  • Q: What type of bushings and ball joints are included?
    A: Kit features polyurethane bushings for noise isolation and handling plus QA1 integrated ball joints stronger than factory with grease fittings
  • Q: What is the warranty on these control arms?
    A: QA1 offers limited lifetime warranty on ball joints and 1-year warranty on arms against manufacturing defects contact QA1 for details

Shipping & Handling

  • Method: UPS Ground or FedEx
  • Availability: In stock - ships same or next business day
  • Packaging: Secure box dimensions 4 x 18 x 24 inches
  • Weight: 11.90 lbs

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