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275153 – GM Classic F/X-Body A-Arms, Upper & Lower Kit

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Front Suspension Kit

275153 – GM Classic F/X-Body A-Arms, Upper & Lower Kit

Transform your classic's handling with a complete tubular A-arm package. Correct camber, add positive caster, and eliminate deflection for a modern, track-ready feel.

Complete A-Arm Kit Caster + Camber Correction DOM Steel Tubing Pre-Installed Ball Joints 100% USA-Made
Complete suspension package includes upper and lower tubular control arms
Optimized handling geometry corrects camber and adds positive caster natively
High-strength construction from precision CNC-bent DOM steel tubing
Ready to install with premium standard-height ball joints and bushings

Description

Revitalize the handling and stance of your classic muscle car with the UMI 275153 Tubular Front A-Arm Kit. This complete front suspension package replaces your weak, flex-prone factory stamped steel arms with high-strength DOM tubing components designed to deliver modern, responsive geometry. The uppers feature a relocated ball joint pad to increase positive caster, while the lowers correct the camber curve for lowered ride heights. Combined, they drastically improve steering feel, straight-line stability, and cornering grip without requiring massive stacks of alignment shims.

Engineered specifically for the 1967–1969 Camaro, Firebird, and 1968–1974 Nova, this comprehensive kit drops right in with factory spindles and supports factory springs, lowering springs, or coilovers. Each arm ships fully assembled with premium standard-length ball joints, UMI-built Delrin upper bushings, and greaseable polyurethane lower bushings. Built with pride, track-tested, and manufactured 100% in the USA at UMI’s Philipsburg, PA facility, this kit gives your vintage chassis the precision and strength it deserves.

Product Features

Complete upper and lower tubular A-arm set
Built from high-strength .120 wall DOM tubing
Corrects camber and increases positive caster naturally
Ships fully assembled with premium standard ball joints
UMI-built Delrin upper and poly lower bushings
Universal fit for both early front frame styles
Includes repositionable bump stops and sway bar links
100% Made in Philipsburg, PA
Fitment Note: Does not fit vehicles with drum brakes

Detailed Features

Complete system upgrade: Replaces all four front control arms at once, completely overhauling your classic's sloppy front end with a rigid, geometry-corrected tubular design.
Relocated upper ball joint: The 2753 upper arms natively increase positive caster, vastly improving straight-line tracking and steering returnability without excessive alignment shims.
Lowered camber correction: The 2751 lower arms optimize ball joint angles to correct camber curves on stock to 2-inch lowered vehicles, ensuring a flat tire contact patch.
DOM steel construction: Fabricated in-house from 1.25-inch upper and 1.5-inch lower .120 wall DOM tubing for exceptional strength and improved exhaust header clearance.
Premium pre-installed bushings: Features CNC-machined zero-deflection Delrin bushings in the uppers and fluted, greaseable polyurethane bushings in the lowers for tight, predictable articulation.
Universal first-gen fitment: Lower arms feature steering stop pads welded both fore and aft, plus repositionable polyurethane bump stops to fit all variations of the early subframes.
Ready to bolt on: Ships fully assembled with standard-height premium ball joints and heavy-duty rod end style sway bar end links, saving you hours of press work.
Tough powder-coated finish: Protects your investment from harsh road elements and corrosion while providing a clean, professional look in your wheel wells.

1.5" DOM tubing construction

Built from .120 wall high-strength steel tubing that is CNC-machined and rotary draw bent for unmatched durability.

Greaseable bushings:

Polyurethane (PN 2751) or Delrin (PN 2752) pre-installed and fluted for smooth, quiet operation, providing improved steering response over deflected factory rubber.

Optimized handling geometry

Corrects camber and increases caster for stock to 2-inch lowered ride heights with a factory spindle.

Repositionable bump stops

Polyurethane bump stops can be moved from front to rear to match your specific subframe configuration perfectly.

Rod end sway bar links

Includes premium end links and hardware, ensuring your sway bar articulates smoothly without binding.

Product Outcomes

Transforms wandering, vague factory steering into crisp, modern, and predictable handling.
Keeps tires planted through corners by maintaining proper camber curves on lowered vehicles.
Vastly improves high-speed stability and straight-line tracking with increased positive caster.
Eliminates the suspension binding and deflection commonly caused by worn, aged rubber bushings.
Provides additional engine bay clearance for easier installation of aftermarket exhaust headers.

Installation Summary

Overview & Difficulty: Moderate DIY install requiring a floor jack, jack stands, ball joint separator, and basic hand tools; approximately 5–8 hours for the complete system. Install new lower arms (leaving frame bolts loose until ride height) and upper arms (noting cross-shaft orientation for baseline camber). Reassemble with factory spindles, springs, and shocks.

What’s Included:
  • Tubular upper A-arm assemblies (Driver & Passenger) ×2
  • Tubular lower A-arm assemblies (Driver & Passenger) ×2
  • Pre-installed premium standard-height ball joints ×4
  • Repositionable polyurethane lower bump stops ×2
  • Fixed polyurethane upper bump stops ×2
  • Rod end style sway bar end links ×2

Relocated ball joint pad:

Increases positive caster natively without requiring a massive stack of alignment shims, vastly improving straight-line stability and steering feel.

1.25-inch DOM tubing

Formed on a programmable rotary draw bender for precise, repeatable tolerances, high strength, and much better header clearance than factory stamped arms.

Fluted Delrin bushings

CNC-machined in-house by UMI, these greaseable bushings provide zero deflection during hard cornering for crisp, predictable handling over rubber.

4140 chromoly cross shafts

CNC-machined for incredible strength and zinc-plated for maximum corrosion resistance, ensuring years of trouble-free performance.

Reversible camber baselines

Cross shafts can be installed with the shallow side to the frame for positive camber or the deeper side for aggressive negative camber.

Premium ball joints

Ships fully assembled with standard-height premium ball joints (PN 2753) or 1/2" taller ball joints (PN 2753-1) and polyurethane bump stops so you can bolt them right up out of the box.

Is This Product Right for You?

The UMI 275153 Tubular Front A-Arm Kit is the ultimate foundation for enthusiasts looking to comprehensively overhaul their first-gen F-Body or X-Body front suspension. By combining geometry-corrected upper and lower arms into one package, this kit is the smartest way to fix sloppy steering, dial in modern alignment specs, and safely lower your car up to 2 inches while keeping the tires planted.

Best For
Pro-Touring and street machine builders wanting a complete front-end geometry fix.
Enthusiasts lowering their classic up to 2 inches with springs or coilovers.
Drivers looking to eliminate massive alignment shim stacks and worn rubber bushings.
Not Ideal For
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Owners aiming for a 100% factory original, numbers-matching restoration.
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Vehicles equipped with factory front drum brakes (lowers will not fit).
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Dedicated drag racers seeking ultra-lightweight components or travel limiters.

Product FAQ

What vehicles does the 275153 A-arm kit fit?
This complete kit is designed for the 1967–1969 Camaro and Firebird, as well as the 1968–1974 Chevy Nova. It is not compatible with factory front drum brakes.
Does this kit include both upper and lower control arms?
Yes. The 275153 package includes both the 2753 tubular upper A-arms and the 2751 tubular lower A-arms for a complete front suspension overhaul.
How does this kit improve my vehicle's alignment?
The upper arms feature a relocated ball joint pad to increase positive caster natively, while the lower arms correct the camber curve on lowered vehicles to keep the tire flat.
What type of bushings come with this kit?
The upper control arms feature UMI-built, zero-deflection Delrin bushings, while the lower control arms come with fluted, greaseable polyurethane bushings.
Do I need to buy ball joints separately?
No. All four control arms ship fully assembled with premium standard-height ball joints already pressed in and ready to go.
What springs can I use with these control arms?
The lower arms are designed to work seamlessly with factory coil springs, aftermarket lowering springs, or coilover kits.
Will these control arms give me better header clearance?
Yes. The upper arms are CNC-bent from 1.25-inch DOM tubing using a programmable bender to offer significantly improved header clearance over bulky factory stamped arms.
Does the kit include installation hardware?
Frame mounting hardware is not included. You can re-use your factory hardware, or purchase UMI upper & lower a-arm hardware kit 4002.
Can I use these with drop spindles?
Yes. The lower arms can be paired with a 2-inch drop spindle (like part 910-3500B) to achieve an aggressive stance while keeping camber near zero.
Where is this suspension kit manufactured?
The entire 275153 front A-arm kit is designed, track-tested, and manufactured 100% in the USA at UMI Performance’s facility in Philipsburg, Pennsylvania.

KIT ITEMS

This item is a kit containing the following items:
Fitment
Platform
Manufacturer
UOMPair
HardwareNot Included
StockShips in 2 weeks
ColorBlack, Red
AdjustableNo
Bushing TypePolyurethane
Direct Bolt-OnYes
FinishPowder Coat
MaterialMild Steel
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This '275153 - GM Classic F/X-Body A-Arms, Upper & Lower Kit' fits the following platforms:

Fitment Note: Does not fit vehicles with drum brakes

1967-1969 GM F-Body

  • 1967-1969 Chevrolet Camaro
  • 1967-1969 Pontiac Firebird

1968-1974 GM X-Body

  • 1968-1974 Chevrolet Nova
  • 1968-1974 Buick Apollo
  • 1973-1974 Oldsmobile Omega
  • 1971-1974 Pontiac Ventura

This 275153 - GM Classic F/X-Body A-Arms, Upper & Lower Kit fits the following vehicles:

Chevrolet

Camaro

  • 1967 Chevrolet Camaro
  • 1968 Chevrolet Camaro
  • 1969 Chevrolet Camaro

Nova

  • 1968 Chevrolet Nova
  • 1969 Chevrolet Nova
  • 1970 Chevrolet Nova
  • 1971 Chevrolet Nova
  • 1972 Chevrolet Nova
  • 1973 Chevrolet Nova
  • 1974 Chevrolet Nova

Pontiac

Firebird

  • 1967 Pontiac Firebird
  • 1968 Pontiac Firebird
  • 1969 Pontiac Firebird

Ventura

  • 1971 Pontiac Ventura
  • 1972 Pontiac Ventura
  • 1973 Pontiac Ventura
  • 1974 Pontiac Ventura

Buick

Apollo

  • 1968 Buick Apollo
  • 1969 Buick Apollo
  • 1970 Buick Apollo
  • 1971 Buick Apollo
  • 1972 Buick Apollo
  • 1973 Buick Apollo
  • 1974 Buick Apollo

Oldsmobile

Omega

  • 1973 Oldsmobile Omega
  • 1974 Oldsmobile Omega