The Blackhawk upper control arm (manufacturer part UCA3091A) for the Next Gen Ford Ranger (PY, 2022-on) and Everest Next Gen suits vehicles fitted with alloy steering knuckles, using pre-fitted Roadsafe heavy-duty ball joints to restore correct camber and caster once you have fitted a 2" or 3" lift kit. OE-style rubber bushes keep road noise and vibration close to factory levels while the stronger arm handles the extra load from bull bars, winches and touring gear. Each arm ships pre-assembled with dust caps and sealing O-rings already fitted, ready to bolt straight in.
Important: Next Gen Ranger and Everest were built with two different steering knuckles. Alloy knuckle vehicles take this kit; steel knuckle vehicles take the UCA3092S kit. Check your knuckle type or call our fitment team before ordering.
Backed by manufacturer warranty and dispatched from our Australian stock.
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| Make | Model | Series | Years | Engine |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ford | Ranger | Next Gen (PY) | 2022-ON | 2.0L Bi-Turbo Diesel, 3.0L V6 Diesel |
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This upper control arm is compatible with any front spring rate, so choosing the right coil springs comes down to what you're carrying up front. Heavier accessories such as steel bull bars, winches and driving light bars call for a firmer front spring rate to hold ride height and keep camber correct. If you're running standard weight front-end gear, a medium-duty spring paired with this control arm keeps the ride comfortable while still correcting geometry.
Fitting this upper control arm is a bolt-on job best handled by an experienced DIY installer or your local 4WD workshop, since it involves removing the factory arm and torquing new hardware to spec. A wheel alignment is mandatory once fitted, as camber and caster settings change with the new arm geometry, particularly at lift heights of 2" and above. Allow a short bedding-in period for the new bushes and ball joint to settle before a final alignment check. For a complete front-end correction, pair this arm with upgraded control arms on the lower side or matching shocks.
Blackhawk4x4 builds control arms specifically for popular Australian 4WD platforms, using forged alloy knuckles and heavy-duty ball joints rather than generic replacement parts. Each arm is backed by manufacturer warranty and supplied pre-assembled to cut down on workshop labour time. Tourers and tradespeople running lifted Rangers choose Blackhawk4x4 for a direct bolt-on upgrade — view the full Blackhawk4x4 range.
This control arm suits Next Gen Ranger owners who've fitted a 2" to 3" lift and need the geometry corrected, along with tradies and tourers carrying constant front-end accessory weight. If you're running a heavier payload at the rear for camping or work gear, also look at airbag suspension to level the load. Anyone chasing even tyre wear and reduced ball joint wear at ride height will get the most out of this upgrade.
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Yes, this Blackhawk upper control arm is built specifically for the Next Gen Ford Ranger (2022-ON), including PY series XL, XLS, XLT, Sport, Wildtrak and Platinum variants. It uses the factory mounting points for a direct bolt-on fit. If you're running an earlier PX Ranger, this is not the correct part — check our parts finder or contact our team to confirm your build.
No, this upper control arm doesn't add ride height by itself — it's a geometry correction part. It's designed to restore correct camber and caster once you've already fitted a 2" or 3" lift kit using raised coil springs or spacers. Running it on a standard-height Ranger without a lift isn't necessary, as the factory arm already suits standard geometry.
You get two Blackhawk upper control arms (left and right) with forged alloy knuckles, pre-fitted Roadsafe heavy-duty ball joints, OE-style rubber bushes, and dust caps with sealing O-rings already installed. Mounting hardware is included for a direct bolt-on fit. Lower control arms, shock absorbers and coil springs are sold separately.
Yes, the forged alloy knuckle and heavy-duty Roadsafe ball joint are built to handle the added stress of towing and constant front-end load from bull bars and winches. Keeping camber and caster correct at ride height also helps with steering stability when towing. For rear-end load support while towing, pair this with airbag suspension or upgraded leaf springs.
If your Next Gen Ranger is running a 2" to 3" lift, this upper control arm corrects the camber and caster angles that shift once the vehicle sits higher. Without it, the factory arm can run out of adjustment range at height, leading to uneven tyre wear. It's a common companion part to any aftermarket lift kit on this platform.
Yes, a wheel alignment is mandatory after installing this control arm, as the geometry changes with the new arm and knuckle. This is especially important at lift heights of 2" or 3", where camber and caster need to be reset within spec. Skipping alignment will lead to uneven tyre wear and can affect steering feel.
Yes, this control arm bolts on regardless of what coil springs you're running, since it doesn't dictate spring rate. If you're planning a lift, it's worth reviewing our coil spring range at the same time so the spring rate matches your accessory load and the new geometry.
This control arm itself doesn't change tyre clearance — that's determined by your lift height and wheel offset. Where it helps is keeping camber correct at height so oversized tyres wear evenly rather than scrubbing on one edge. For tyre size guidance specific to your setup, our team can talk through clearance based on your lift height and wheel choice.
This Blackhawk upper control arm is backed by full manufacturer warranty, covering the alloy knuckle, ball joint and bushes against manufacturing defects. We handle warranty support directly from our Australian base, so you're not dealing with an overseas supplier if an issue comes up. Contact our team with your order details if you ever need to make a claim.
Yes, the OE-style rubber bushes are chosen to keep road noise and vibration close to factory levels, so it's suitable for a Ranger that's driven daily as well as off-road. The heavy-duty ball joint and alloy knuckle simply add extra strength for load and lifted geometry without making the ride harsh on bitumen.
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