The Blackhawk Upper Control Arms for the VW Amarok 2011-ON are built with a heavy duty forged arm, greaseable ball joint and upgraded bushing to correct camber and caster once a 2" or 3" lift is fitted. This restores even front tyre wear and tightens up steering feel compared to running the factory arm at ride height. Direct bolt-on fitment uses the factory mounting points — no cutting or drilling. In stock in Australia with fitment support from our team; check compatibility using our Amarok parts finder.
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| Make | Model | Series | Years | Engine |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volkswagen | Amarok | 2H | 2011-ON | 2.0L TDI (4-cyl) |
| Volkswagen | Amarok | 2H | 2011-ON | 3.0L V6 TDI |
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This control arm itself doesn't carry a spring load rating, but it's commonly fitted alongside raised front coil springs when correcting geometry after a lift. Choosing the right front spring rate depends on constant accessory weight sitting ahead of the front axle — a steel bull bar, winch, long-range fuel tank and driving lights all add up. Get the combined accessory weight to your fitter before ordering springs so the arm, ball joint and spring rate are matched to your actual front-end load.
Fitting is a bolt-on job at the factory upper mounting points, best carried out by an experienced installer or 4WD workshop with a hoist and a torque wrench. Wheel alignment is mandatory after fitting to reset camber and caster to spec — don't drive on public roads until this is done. Allow a 500km bedding-in period for the new bushing and ball joint before a final alignment check. Pair the correction with quality suspension components such as fresh bump stops or sway bar links if your Amarok has done high kilometres.
Blackhawk4x4 designs its control arms and lift components for the vehicles and conditions common across Australia, including the Amarok's coil-sprung front end. Every arm is backed by a manufacturer's warranty and dispatched from Australian stock, with fitment guidance available from our in-house team. Tourers, tradespeople and fleet operators running lifted Amaroks use this arm to keep front-end geometry correct under load.
This upper control arm suits Amarok owners running a 2" or 3" lift who need camber brought back into a serviceable range, tradespeople carrying constant tool and canopy weight, and tourers towing a van or trailer. Owners running airbag suspension at the rear to level a loaded tray often pair this front-end upgrade to balance handling across the whole vehicle.
In stock in Australia and backed by Blackhawk4x4's manufacturer warranty, this control arm is ready to dispatch with fitment support from our team. Browse our full lift kit range to complete your Amarok's front-end upgrade.
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Yes, this Blackhawk upper control arm is built for the VW Amarok 2H series from 2011 onwards, covering both the 2.0L TDI four-cylinder and 3.0L V6 TDI variants. It bolts to the factory upper mounting points, so no chassis modification is needed. If you're running a non-standard configuration or an earlier grey import, contact our team to confirm fitment before ordering.
This arm is designed to correct camber and caster on Amaroks running a 2" or 3" lift, where the factory arm's geometry starts pushing the top of the wheel outward. At stock height it can still be fitted as a heavy duty replacement for the factory arm. The exact camber outcome depends on your specific lift height and coil spring, so an alignment check after fitting is essential.
You receive a matched pair of Blackhawk upper control arms with the greaseable heavy duty ball joint and upgraded bushing already fitted, plus the mounting hardware needed for installation. Lower control arms, coil springs and shock absorbers are sold separately. See the full kit contents list on this page for exact inclusions.
Yes. The reinforced arm and stiffer bushing reduce deflection under load, which improves front-end stability when towing a van or trailer or running a heavy bull bar and winch. It doesn't change your Amarok's braked towing capacity, which is set by VW, but it does firm up the steering feel under that added front-end weight.
Once you go past roughly 2" of lift, the factory upper control arm angle starts pushing the ball joint into excess negative camber, which shows up as inner tyre wear. Fitting this heavy duty arm alongside your Blackhawk4x4 suspension restores a workable camber range. For lifts under 2" it's optional but still adds ball joint and bushing durability.
Yes, wheel alignment is mandatory after installing this control arm. Camber and caster shift the moment the arm and geometry change, and running the vehicle without an alignment causes uneven tyre wear and can affect steering feel. Book the alignment straight after fitting and again after the 500km bedding-in period.
The arm geometry is designed to bring camber back close to factory specification once your Amarok is sitting at 2" to 3" of lift. If your alignment technician needs finer adjustment beyond what the arm provides, aftermarket camber bolts can be used at the strut or arm mount during the alignment. Discuss your exact lift height and tyre setup with your installer before the alignment appointment.
Correcting camber with this arm reduces the inner tyre rubbing that can occur on a lifted Amarok, which helps larger tyres sit straighter in the guard. Actual tyre clearance still depends on your lift height, wheel offset and whether you've trimmed the guards. Confirm your tyre size against your specific lift height with our team before fitting.
This Blackhawk upper control arm is backed by a manufacturer's warranty covering manufacturing defects in the arm, ball joint and bushing. Contact our team for the specific warranty period and claim process, and keep your invoice as proof of purchase. Warranty applies to correctly fitted and aligned installations.
Yes. The upgraded bushing is designed to keep on-road ride quality close to factory while adding strength for towing and load-carrying, so it doesn't turn the Amarok harsh around town. The heavier ball joint also means less maintenance-driven play over time compared to the factory sealed unit. Most owners run this arm year-round as their daily front-end setup.
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