MC VIDEO: How to Install: MetalCloak Bronco Rear Duroflex Control Arms Set
In this concise how-to, Scott Becker from MetalCloak walks through installing the Bronco 6G rear Duroflex control arms. He highlights the patented Duroflex bushings that self-center for improved misalignment tolerance and long-term performance on lifted Broncos, then takes you step-by-step through preparation, fuel tank removal, swapping the lower and upper control arms (including useful tips like flipping the passenger-side frame bolt for future access), and reinstalling the fuel tank—emphasizing safety and having a helper for heavy lifting throughout.
Complete Transcript with Time Stamps:
[00:00] Today, we're gonna install the rear control arms for the Bronco 6G. Hey. It's Scott Becker with MetalCloak here.
[00:08] The Bronco rear control arms are built with the patented Duroflex bushings and are designed to self center and provide maximum misalignment for the best flex and long term performance for your lifted Bronco.
[00:20] Before we do the installation, let's go to metalcloakinstructions.com, print out the instructions, and read completely through them.
[00:27] Once we understand what we're getting into and we're certain we have all the necessary tools and skills, we can start in on the installation.
[00:34] Now let's go down to the shop and get started.
[00:38] Our Bronco is already in a safe location and ready to be worked on.
[00:41] So we're gonna unbox the contents and verify that all the parts listed on the instruction page are accounted for before taking anything apart.
[00:46] Alright. It looks like we're good to go.
[00:49] The rear control arms will be installed here on the Bronco.
[00:52] To remove the rear control arms, you must remove the gas tank. But be sure the tank is supported before removing.
[01:00] Use a nine thirty seconds socket and remove the hose clamp on the fuel filler neck.
[01:05] Disconnect the fuel vent line. Caution, this can be a little fragile.
[01:10] Remove the bolts securing the fuel tank in place using an eighteen millimeter socket.
[01:15] Before disconnecting the fuel feed lines and fuel return lines, make sure you have something down below to catch the fluid that may leak out and that the area is well ventilated.
[01:24] Disconnect the fuel feed and fuel return lines.
[01:28] Lower the tank four to six inches and disconnect the fuel pump and electrical connections and disconnect the two vent hoses.
[01:35] Completely remove the fuel tank and set to the side.
[01:38] MetalCloak recommends having a second person help remove the gas tank because it can be pretty heavy.
[01:44] Depending on the year or model, your Bronco may come with rear control arm covers.
[01:48] If your Bronco comes with the control arm cover, use a T25 torx to remove this covering.
[01:53] Remove lower control arms using a twenty four millimeter socket.
[01:56] Using the stock lower control arms for reference, adjust the control arms to the same length eye to eye.
[02:02] Install the Duroflex lower control arm using the factory hardware with a twenty four millimeter socket.
[02:07] Remove the upper control arms using a twenty four millimeter socket.
[02:11] Using the stock upper control arms for reference, adjust the control arms to the same length eye to eye.
[02:16] Install the new upper control arm using a twenty four millimeter socket making sure the jam nut end is at the axle.
[02:23] On the passenger side, at the frame, flip the bolt so the head faces outward. This will make it easier to access the lower control arm in the future.
[02:33] Tighten all control arm hardware.
[02:36] Reinstall the fuel tank. MetalCoak recommends again having a second person for this task.
[02:41] Reconnect the fuel pump electrical connection and the two vent hoses.
[02:45] At the front of the fuel tank, reinstall the fuel feed and fuel return lines.
[02:50] Reinstall the bolts securing the fuel tank in place using an eighteen millimeter socket.
[02:55] Reinstall the fuel vent line. Be careful. They can be fragile.
[02:59] Using a nine thirty second socket and wrench, reinstall the hose clamp on the fuel filler neck.
[03:05] Now that we're all done, all there is to do is to go out and enjoy your Bronco.
[03:10] To learn more, visit us at metalcloak.com. MetalCloak, it's your Bronco, only better.
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