1971-1987 C10 3 inch Lowering Control Arms (Disc Brakes Only)
$609.63
Bring your C10 closer to the ground with precision-engineered lowering control arms built for comfort, performance, and style.
Lower your 1971–1987 C10 by 3 inches while keeping ride quality and alignment intact. These C10 lower control arms are built for disc brake trucks and feature pre-installed components for easy bolt-on installation. They are designed and manufactured in the USA for superior reliability and road handling.
- Preassembled with new ball joints
- Urethane bushings for durability
- Precision alignment for smooth handling
Description
Why Buy from DMJ Suspension
Made in America
Not just these C10 control arms, every part is designed, fabricated, and tested in the USA to deliver strength, performance, and pride in every ride.
Trusted Since the 1970s
Decades of innovation and craftsmanship make DJM Suspension a trusted name among custom truck enthusiasts looking for lowering control arms.
Easy Installation
Pre-assembled lower control arms and other components save you time and provide a straightforward, bolt-on installation for garage or shop projects.
Lowering control arms for a 3 inch drop with stock coil springs. Correct alignment, clearance issues and ball joint angles are all designed to give an exceptional lowered ride. New ball joints, urethane bushings, pivot sleeves and mounting shafts come installed for bolt on replacement.
Shocks are NOT included with this kit. DJM Recommends:
Recommended Parts
Replacement parts
- Ball point 6117
- Bushing kit BK2356L
About DJM Suspension
DJM Suspension began in the early 1970s from a lifelong passion for custom vehicles. As a family-owned American manufacturer, we have led the lowering control arms industry for generations. Our mission is to help drivers achieve the perfect stance without sacrificing performance or comfort.
Frequently Asked Questions
Additional information
| Weight | 45 lbs |
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PART # CA2355L-3, CA2356L-3
1963-1987 Chevy C10 Pickup Lower Control Arms
Installation Instructions
Please Note: Unless specifically stated, all DJM lowering components are intended exclusively for two wheel drive applications only!!!
Please take the time to read these Installation Instructions and check the Hardware Parts List to be sure you have all the listed parts.
DJM parts should be installed by qualified mechanics. If you are not familiar with automotive repair have the parts installed by someone with experience.
Please read the warranty information (blue page enclosed). Complete your Product Warranty Card and mail it to DJM Suspension.
Please take a few minutes to fill out your installation helper (back side of warranty). Accurate measurements BEFORE BEGINNING INSTALLATION will show any irregularities in your vehicle.
NEVER WORK UNDER TRUCK SUPPORTED BY A JACK ONLY!!!
USE QUALITY JACK STANDS WHICH HAVE A RATING ADEQUATE FOR YOUR TRUCK'S WEIGHT!!!
This kit is designed to be used with factory coil springs or DJM 2" coil #CS2353-2.
MODIFYING FOR AIR BAGS WILL VOID DJM'S WARRANTY!!
New front shocks #1409 are recommended, but not required.
New front shocks #1309 are required with 2" coils.
INSTALLER MUST CHECK THAT THERE IS ABSOLUTELY NO CLEARANCE PROBLEMS BETWEEN THE WHEELS, THE SPINDLE, THE CALIPER, THE LOWER CONTROL ARMS AND ANY OTHER COMPONENT BEFORE DRIVING VEHICLE.
CA2355L-3 Fits 63-70 with drum brakes — uses 6023 Ball Joints, DJM cross shafts.
CA2356L-3 Fits 71-87 with disc brakes — uses 6117 Ball Joints, DJM cross shafts.
Hardware Parts List
| 1 | Left Lower Control Arm |
| 1 | Right Lower Control Arm |
| 4 | Pivot Bushings and Sleeves |
| 1 | Tube Loctite |
| 6 | Grease Fittings |
| 2 | Ball Joints (Installed) |
| 2 | Bump Stops (10R) |
| Lower Shock Mount Hardware: | |
| 2 | 5/8"x18x3" Bolts |
| 4 | 5/8" Flat Washers |
| Additional Hardware — CA2455L-3 Only: | |
| 4 | Retaining Washers |
| Additional Hardware — CA2355L-3 & CA2356L-3 Only: | |
| 2 | DJM Cross Shafts (Installed) |
Installation
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Install grease fittings into control arms and ball joints. Pre-grease bushings with a grease gun to test that grease will flow properly. Grease the ball joint before installing it on the truck.
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Line up pins for cross shaft and install using factory U-bolts. When ball joint is tight, install cotter pin.
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Before installing the sway bar bracket to the control arm, loosen the bolts that hold the D-bushings to the frame under the bumper. Raise the lower control arm to ride height and install sway bar brackets and tighten.
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If re-using old shocks, use all factory hardware on the upper mount. If replacing shocks with new DJM shocks, new upper hardware is included with the shocks.
Both upper and lower shock mounts are the same except for the nut on the upper mount — on the lower mount the nut is welded to the control arm.
Assemble the shock bolt with washers and spacers as shown. Attach with the nut supplied on the upper mount, and thread the bolt into the nut on the control arm for the lower mount.
Upper shock mount — assemble bolt with washers and spacers, attach with nut supplied
Lower shock mount — thread bolt into nut welded to the control arm
