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Watch us struggle to fit our new Metalcloak Duroflex Control Arms, a full set of upper control arms and matching lower control arms. The Metalcloak sales blurb, states: MetalCloak JK Wrangler Duroflex™ Control Arms represent one of our best innovations in suspension components. Our Patented () Duroflex Joints are designed to stay centered and aligned to the frame and axle for the best, long term, performance. Features Include: CNC formed 1 1/2“ .187 DOM Steel Upper Control Arms CNC formed 1 5/8“ .25 DOM Steel Lower Control Arms Adjustable Forged Threaded Ends High Clearance Bends Duroflex™ Joints Enhanced with Kevlar Vibration Dampening & Self Centering (best ride quality) 68° of Maximum Articulation (typical arms only 40°) Maintenance Free and Easily Rebuildable Gold Zinc Plated for Protection Against the Elements Designed for Maximum UP and DOWN Travel Strong DOM tubing is carefully crafted for tire clearance and durability. The adjustable threaded rod ends are Forged that give a 37% higher fatigue strength over inferior cast parts, this EXTRA rock bashing strength will hold up to whatever you throw at em. Fitted with Duroflex™ Joints, the only vulcanized elastomer, self-centering joint enhanced with DuPont™ Kevlar® fiber – providing incredible durability with more misalignment in the control arms and better vibration dampening than anything else available. DuPont™ Kevlar® Fiber is now compounded in the proprietary elastomer of the Duroflex Bushing, bringing even more strength, durability and performance. Kevlar® is a synthetic fiber with extremely high tensile strength to weight ratio…five times stronger than steel and commonly used in bullet proof armor applications. Duroflex Bushings w/Kevlar® can be identified by the MetalCloak “M” located on the outer surface. High Vibration Dampening & Self Centering... Made of a Proprietary Elastomer Compound, the High Vibration Dampening and Self-Centering characteristics of the Duroflex Joint means you will always get... The best ride quality No binding of your control arms. None of the micro-wear that DESTROYS Flex Joints Absorbs Micro-Movements... Because the Duroflex Bushing absorbs the millions of Rotational Micro-Movements found in your daily driving, you get... Improved Ride Quality None of the micro-wear that DESTROYS Flex Joints True Bearing Surface... The outer surface of the Duroflex Bushing acts as a bearing, breaking free when called for, giving you... Maximum Rotation & Articulation No “Binding Up“ of the Control Arms Low Maintenance & Rebuildable... Unlike typical Flex Joints, the Duroflex does not require replacing key parts every year like others... But, when you do need to rebuild it, it is MetalCloak Easy! Just pull out the Duroflex Bushing, clean it up, add some new Teflon impregnated, synthetic silicone grease. Reassemble. ....................................................... We love off road - so join our adventures as we prepare our vehicles in the workshop and drive the tracks here in the stunning Algarve region of Portugal. Dropping in the occasional “off piste“ video when something tickles us, as we look at other vehicles, workshop products to give you tips and practical advice on maintaining your pride and joy ! We are not experts, a father & son team doing our best to show you both ways, the right and unfortunately for us, occasionally the wrong :) Our new tools will get tested, with various products to save you time and money - again helping you select the right tool, fluid, oil, parts and much much more. Our videos help you find the content you need, without endless searching - Igniti0n points you in the right direction, with brief snippets that will not detract from you viewing the full video from the real contributor - we are here to promote them, not ruin your enjoyment. We will also drop in the occasional “off piste“ video recommendation if one tickles us as we troll through the endless stream of content - or just banter between ourselves :) If looking for a new car, electric car, motorbike or ICE car - we can help find the most informative and interesting reviews on youtube. In our workshop section: we will also give you tips and practical advice on maintaining your pride and joy ! we test tools and various products to save you time and money - again helping you select the right tool, fluid, oil and much much more. You must love the tunes - so make sure to check out “Death Of Guitar Pop” for some awesome music! Their Youtube: Their Instagram: @deathofguitarpop For free background music - our thanks goes to: #metalcloak #controlarms #4x4
