{"product_id":"bilstein-05-23-toyota-tacoma-b8-pro-front-upper-control-kit","title":"Bilstein 05-23 Toyota Tacoma B8 Pro Front Upper Control Kit","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Bilstein B8 Pro Front Upper Control Arm Kit is designed for lifted and leveled 2005–2023 Toyota Tacoma applications. This complete two-arm kit replaces the original front upper control arms with heavy-duty components engineered to improve suspension geometry, articulation, and straight-line stability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLifting a Tacoma can reduce available caster and place the original upper ball joints at less favorable operating angles. Bilstein addresses these changes with increased caster geometry and revised ball-joint pivot angles that help restore proper suspension operation and provide additional wheel travel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach arm is constructed from heavy-duty 4130 chromoly steel tubing and protected by a durable black powder-coated finish. Sealed 4140 steel ball joints and low-friction, maintenance-free pivot bushings provide smooth articulation without requiring routine greasing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete front upper control arm kit for lifted or leveled Toyota Tacoma applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes left- and right-side upper control arms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeavy-duty tubular 4130 chromoly steel construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDurable black powder-coated finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncreased caster geometry helps improve straight-line stability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRevised ball-joint pivot angles support additional suspension travel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSealed 4140 steel ball joints with induction-hardened ball studs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComposite-lined, double-bonded urethane pivot bushings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree-spinning inner bushing sleeves provide smooth, quiet articulation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaintenance-free bushing and ball-joint design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirect-fit installation using the original mounting locations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBilstein part number 51-353070\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFitment\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2005–2023 Toyota Tacoma\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eListed applications include:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2005–2015 Toyota Tacoma Base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2005–2015 Toyota Tacoma PreRunner\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2016–2023 Toyota Tacoma Limited\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2016–2023 Toyota Tacoma SR\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2016–2023 Toyota Tacoma SR5\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2016–2023 Toyota Tacoma TRD Off-Road\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2016–2023 Toyota Tacoma TRD Sport\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2015 and 2017–2023 Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2021 Toyota Tacoma Trail\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2023 Toyota Tacoma Trail Special Edition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFitment note:\u003c\/strong\u003e These control arms are intended primarily for lifted or leveled suspension applications. Confirm the vehicle year, trim, drivetrain, suspension components, lift height, wheel offset, and tire clearance before ordering. They do not fit the redesigned 2024-and-newer Toyota Tacoma.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRecommended Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRecommended for lifted or leveled Tacoma models needing improved front suspension geometry, increased caster, better upper ball-joint operating angles, or additional suspension travel. They are also an appropriate complement to compatible Bilstein B8 5100, 6100, 6112, and 8112 suspension systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat’s Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 left front upper control arm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 right front upper control arm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePreinstalled sealed ball joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePreinstalled pivot bushings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBall-joint caps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRequired installation hardware\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstallation instructions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInstallation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstallation requires removal of the original front upper control arms. Follow the supplied Bilstein instructions and the Toyota service procedure for fastener tightening sequences and torque specifications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter installation, inspect clearance around the control arms, coilovers, wheels, tires, brake hoses, and surrounding components throughout the complete steering and suspension range. A professional wheel alignment is required after control-arm installation. Professional installation is recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis Part Fits:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable border=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth align=\"left\" width=\"100\"\u003eYear\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth align=\"left\" width=\"125\"\u003eMake\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth align=\"left\" width=\"150\"\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth align=\"left\" width=\"80\"\u003eSubmodel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2005-2015\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eToyota\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTacoma\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBase\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2016-2023\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eToyota\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTacoma\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLimited\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2005-2015\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eToyota\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTacoma\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePre Runner\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2016-2023\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eToyota\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTacoma\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSR\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2016-2023\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eToyota\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTacoma\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSR5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2021\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eToyota\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTacoma\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTrail\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2023\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eToyota\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTacoma\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTrail Special Edition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2016-2023\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eToyota\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTacoma\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTRD Off-Road\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2015,2017-2023\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eToyota\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTacoma\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTRD Pro\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2016-2023\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eToyota\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTacoma\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTRD Sport\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Bilstein","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":71316417216765,"sku":"BIL51-353070","price":950.3,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1935\/9157\/files\/apa_51-353070_1_20260903102522.jpg?v=1789901133","url":"https:\/\/www.velocityshop.com\/products\/bilstein-05-23-toyota-tacoma-b8-pro-front-upper-control-kit","provider":"Velocity Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}