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hal001
04-30-2007, 05:07 AM
Is there a fix to the rubbing issues on the lower plastic arms.
VertigoPerformance
04-30-2007, 05:18 AM
Just extenders or Rock Concept arms, scroll over the vertigo banner to the right of this post
hal001
04-30-2007, 05:26 AM
Cool thanks.
hal001
04-30-2007, 05:27 AM
Which is better.
VertigoPerformance
04-30-2007, 05:31 AM
I don't know, the extenders are cheaper and solve the issue so the arms would be something you want because they are aluminium not just because the solve a problem.
I am hoping next weekend Akela and I can get out with our Rock Concept arms and give them a good drive, they sure seem beefy.
Akela
04-30-2007, 08:41 AM
I'll be running both the rock concept arms and Vertigo extenders! Why, cause I can!
hal001
04-30-2007, 04:01 PM
Lets here how you guys make out with those items. I understand there are newer rear lower arms to help the wear issues from factory, but i guess they still rub a little. I have the newer front thicker ones, but have not had to use them as i have not broke one yet.
Accord_boy619
05-01-2007, 03:39 PM
I have DS extenders, they eliminate the rubs on the upper A arm but there's still minor rubbing on the lower A arm. (Its the lower shock mount) I guess will see if the Rock Concept arms will completely eliminate the rubbing.
Big_Lumpia
05-04-2007, 06:52 PM
I have DS extenders, they eliminate the rubs on the upper A arm but there's still minor rubbing on the lower A arm. (Its the lower shock mount) I guess will see if the Rock Concept arms will completely eliminate the rubbing.

I too have the DarkSoul extenders and after 8 tanks of hard running, I have not noticed any additional wear on my arms. I haven't heard any other feedback from extenders by other manufacturers though.
VertigoPerformance
05-04-2007, 07:05 PM
The other MFG is Vertigo and they work great (not that I am biased or anything) But they have some features.
Designed to hold the ring on the rear of the rim in place.
Keeps much of the debris away from the bearing
The end hole is plugged to stop the axle from filling with dirt.
8mm instead of 10mm which works great without extra offset which may lead to greater rear hub/bearing wear.