{"product_id":"whiteline-kta388-upper-trailing-arm-ram-1500","title":"Whiteline 09-24 Ram 1500 Trailing Arm Upper - Arm","description":"\u003ch4\u003eStop Rear Axle Wander Under Load And Towing\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe factory rubber bushings in the Ram 1500 upper trailing arm compress under heavy towing and load, allowing the rear axle to shift position and reducing rear end stability. This Whiteline KTA388 upper trailing arm kit replaces the factory arm with a stronger design and firmer bushings that keep the axle located precisely, improving rear end stability when towing or hauling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirect replacement upper trailing arm for the Ram 1500\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFirmer bushings reduce axle shift under load and towing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImproves rear end stability and tracking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilt stronger than the factory stamped steel arm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKTA388 uses the factory mounting points for a direct fit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFitment\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eYear Range\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMake\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2009-2024\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRam\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1500\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eValue\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWhiteline\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMPN\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKTA388\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUPC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9319924478057\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePosition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRear Upper Trailing Arm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePart Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eControl Arm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 upper trailing arm with bushings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAbout Whiteline\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhiteline builds replacement suspension arms with firmer bushings and stronger construction than factory stamped steel components. Their trailing arm solutions keep the rear axle located precisely for improved stability under load.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the KTA388?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis part is a Whiteline upper trailing arm for the Ram 1500 built with firmer bushings to reduce axle shift under load.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhy does my Ram 1500 wander when towing?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe factory rubber bushings in the upper trailing arm compress under heavy load, allowing the rear axle to shift and reducing stability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWill this improve towing stability?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, the firmer bushings in this trailing arm keep the rear axle located precisely, which improves stability when towing or hauling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIs this a direct bolt in replacement?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, this trailing arm uses the factory mounting points for a direct bolt in installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this replace one arm or both?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis part is sold as a single upper trailing arm. Check your vehicle to confirm how many arms need replacement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWill this work with a lifted Ram 1500?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, this trailing arm is compatible with lifted and stock ride height applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need an alignment after installing this arm?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, a rear alignment check is recommended after replacing any trailing arm component.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWill this reduce rear end noise from worn bushings?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, replacing worn factory bushings with the firmer Whiteline bushings in the KTA388 typically reduces noise from bushing play.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eInstall Instructions\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRaise and safely support the rear of the vehicle on jack stands\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupport the rear axle and remove the factory upper trailing arm mounting bolts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove the factory upper trailing arm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstall the Whiteline KTA388 upper trailing arm and torque all fasteners to factory specification\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLower the vehicle and check rear axle alignment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e","brand":"Whiteline","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46250001072207,"sku":"WHLKTA388","price":267.69,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1062\/7920\/files\/whiteline-kta388-upper-trailing-arm-ram-1500-1.jpg?v=1785252173","url":"https:\/\/www.blackopsautoworks.com\/products\/whiteline-kta388-upper-trailing-arm-ram-1500","provider":"Black Ops Auto Works","version":"1.0","type":"link"}