Glossary / Suspension

control arms

47 Episode Mentions

Too Afraid to Ask

Control arms are parts that link the wheel to the car's frame, letting the wheel move up and down while keeping it in place.

Technical Definition

Control arms are suspension components that connect the wheel hub to the vehicle's chassis, allowing for controlled movement and steering.

Hear It Discussed

"It's just control arms, double arms, front and rear. And 70 series tires, huge, big balloons."
Do Young People Like Cars Anymore? — The Carmudgeon Show w/ Jason Cammisa & Derek Tam-Scott — Ep 238 The Carmudgeon Show 25:37

"And it turns out control arms. The steering in it is all, it always surprises me how heavy it is compared to every other Porsche I've driven."
Driven: Kimera 037, GRP P39; Best Dad Wagons; Project Updates The Smoking Tire 51:59

"the control arm, the back end where the bushing is was literally hanging almost touching the ground."
Car Repair Advice Live Over The Air You Can Call Us and Ask Questions Under The Hood show 32:21