Upgrade Your OBS GM 1500 with Proven Strength and Performance: Rough Country's 2-3-inch Lift Kit for the 1988-1998 GM 1500 is now equipped with heavy-duty forged aluminum upper control arms, featuring durable OEM-style rubber bushings and available in a bold red powder-coated finish for added style and corrosion resistance. These upgraded arms include POM ball joints for increased articulation and longevity, offering a low-friction design and larger ball diameter for improved range of motion, all in a maintenance-free package.Built for Balance On and Off the Road: The kit includes application-specific N3 shock absorbers, delivering premium ride quality and control whether you're cruising the pavement or crawling off-road terrain in your GM 1500.Stronger Components for Lasting Durability: It also features high-strength forged torsion bar keys, a differential drop bracket to maintain proper geometry, and fiberglass-reinforced nylon rear lift blocks outperforming cast blocks in strength and lifespan.Lift with Confidence: Designed for easy installation while maintaining factory alignment and handling, this kit delivers increased ground clearance and the reliability you expect from Rough Country.
![Durable One-Piece Design. Take your truck to the next level with Rough CountryΓÇÖs most durable Upper Control Arm to date! Rough CountryΓÇÖs Forged Upper Control Arms feature a solid, 1-piece design made of forged aluminum for superior strength and durability. This forged design outperforms all other types of arm construction, with no welding weak spots that could bend or break.\
High Strength Ball Joints. Rough CountryΓÇÖs Forged Upper Control Arms use POM ball joints which reduces metal-to-metal contact for less maintenance and longer service life versus standard or OE replacements. These Ball joints feature a POM ball race for an extremely low co-efficient of friction and an oversize ball diameter reduces load and improves range of motion in a fully greaseable design. Rough CountryΓÇÖs Forged Upper Control Arms also feature durable rubber bushings rubber bushings for superior quality and durability.\
Installation. Featuring a 100% bolt-on installation process, an estimated timeframe of 3-4 hours is recommended to complete this full installation. This full kit can be installed at home and can be completed efficiently and quickly!\
Limited Lifetime Replacement Warranty. Rough Country's Forged Aluminum Control Arms are backed with a limited lifetime replacement warranty towards manufacturer defects. As such, the product is protected from structural and workmanship damage after the date of purchase. With our industry-leading warranty give yourself peace of mind when using Rough Country's Suspension products!](https://cdn11.bigcommerce.com/s-ozw0571es1/images/stencil/400x400/products/1566560/6411481/88-98-gm-forged-alu-arms-7546_1__91654.1755548342.jpg?c=1 "Durable One-Piece Design. Take your truck to the next level with Rough CountryΓÇÖs most durable Upper Control Arm to date! Rough CountryΓÇÖs Forged Upper Control Arms feature a solid, 1-piece design made of forged aluminum for superior strength and durability. This forged design outperforms all other types of arm construction, with no welding weak spots that could bend or break.\
High Strength Ball Joints. Rough CountryΓÇÖs Forged Upper Control Arms use POM ball joints which reduces metal-to-metal contact for less maintenance and longer service life versus standard or OE replacements. These Ball joints feature a POM ball race for an extremely low co-efficient of friction and an oversize ball diameter reduces load and improves range of motion in a fully greaseable design. Rough CountryΓÇÖs Forged Upper Control Arms also feature durable rubber bushings rubber bushings for superior quality and durability.\
Installation. Featuring a 100% bolt-on installation process, an estimated timeframe of 3-4 hours is recommended to complete this full installation. This full kit can be installed at home and can be completed efficiently and quickly!\
Limited Lifetime Replacement Warranty. Rough Country's Forged Aluminum Control Arms are backed with a limited lifetime replacement warranty towards manufacturer defects. As such, the product is protected from structural and workmanship damage after the date of purchase. With our industry-leading warranty give yourself peace of mind when using Rough Country's Suspension products!")
![Durable One-Piece Design. Take your truck to the next level with Rough CountryΓÇÖs most durable Upper Control Arm to date! Rough CountryΓÇÖs Forged Upper Control Arms feature a solid, 1-piece design made of forged aluminum for superior strength and durability. This forged design outperforms all other types of arm construction, with no welding weak spots that could bend or break.\
High Strength Ball Joints. Rough CountryΓÇÖs Forged Upper Control Arms use POM ball joints which reduces metal-to-metal contact for less maintenance and longer service life versus standard or OE replacements. These Ball joints feature a POM ball race for an extremely low co-efficient of friction and an oversize ball diameter reduces load and improves range of motion in a fully greaseable design. Rough CountryΓÇÖs Forged Upper Control Arms also feature durable rubber bushings rubber bushings for superior quality and durability.\
Installation. Featuring a 100% bolt-on installation process, an estimated timeframe of 3-4 hours is recommended to complete this full installation. This full kit can be installed at home and can be completed efficiently and quickly!\
Limited Lifetime Replacement Warranty. Rough Country's Forged Aluminum Control Arms are backed with a limited lifetime replacement warranty towards manufacturer defects. As such, the product is protected from structural and workmanship damage after the date of purchase. With our industry-leading warranty give yourself peace of mind when using Rough Country's Suspension products!](https://cdn11.bigcommerce.com/s-ozw0571es1/images/stencil/400x400/products/1566559/6411480/88-98_gm_1500_2-3in_red_aluminum_control_arms_-_7576red__34194.1755548341.jpg?c=1 "Durable One-Piece Design. Take your truck to the next level with Rough CountryΓÇÖs most durable Upper Control Arm to date! Rough CountryΓÇÖs Forged Upper Control Arms feature a solid, 1-piece design made of forged aluminum for superior strength and durability. This forged design outperforms all other types of arm construction, with no welding weak spots that could bend or break.\
High Strength Ball Joints. Rough CountryΓÇÖs Forged Upper Control Arms use POM ball joints which reduces metal-to-metal contact for less maintenance and longer service life versus standard or OE replacements. These Ball joints feature a POM ball race for an extremely low co-efficient of friction and an oversize ball diameter reduces load and improves range of motion in a fully greaseable design. Rough CountryΓÇÖs Forged Upper Control Arms also feature durable rubber bushings rubber bushings for superior quality and durability.\
Installation. Featuring a 100% bolt-on installation process, an estimated timeframe of 3-4 hours is recommended to complete this full installation. This full kit can be installed at home and can be completed efficiently and quickly!\
Limited Lifetime Replacement Warranty. Rough Country's Forged Aluminum Control Arms are backed with a limited lifetime replacement warranty towards manufacturer defects. As such, the product is protected from structural and workmanship damage after the date of purchase. With our industry-leading warranty give yourself peace of mind when using Rough Country's Suspension products!")