{"product_id":"pci-front-lower-arm-gusset-plates","title":"PCI Front Lower Arm Gusset Plates","description":"\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePCI Front Low\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pci-racing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/CA-GR86-FU-5.jpg\" class=\"zoomImg\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003eer Arm Gusset Plates - Toyota GR86 \/ Subaru BRZ (2013+)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eEliminate Control Arm Flex \u0026amp; Maintain Precision Alignment\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\" id=\"p-rc_39fab2acea314fde-242\"\u003eReinforce your chassis for the track with the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"46\"\u003ePCI Front Lower Arm Gusset Plates\u003c\/b\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"citation-504 citation-end-504\"\u003eWhile the factory front lower control arms (FLCAs) are suitable for street tires and daily driving, they are a known weak point in racing applications.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"3\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"citation-503 citation-end-503\"\u003eUnder heavy braking and high-speed cornering, the thin-gauge factory steel can flex, leading to \"dynamic alignment\" changes that result in inconsistent handling and reduced front-end grip.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"4\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"citation-502 citation-end-502\"\u003eThese PCI gussets are precision-cut from .090 mild steel and designed to be welded directly onto the OEM arms, creating a boxed structure that significantly increases rigidity without the extreme cost of full aftermarket control arms.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eWhat’s Included in the Box:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e- Full Gusset Plate Set:\u003c\/b\u003e Precision-cut plates for both Left and Right front lower control arms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,1,0\" id=\"p-rc_39fab2acea314fde-243\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-501\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-501\"\u003e- Alignment Notches:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-501 citation-end-501\"\u003e Integrated notches for easy positioning and heat management during welding.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"6\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe PCI Advantage\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e- Race-Proven Rigidity:\u003c\/b\u003e By boxing in the open sections of the factory control arms, these plates virtually eliminate lateral and vertical flex, ensuring your camber and caster settings remain stable under load.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,1,0\" id=\"p-rc_39fab2acea314fde-244\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-500\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-500\"\u003e- Advanced \"Warp-Free\" Design:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-500 citation-end-500\"\u003e The plates feature specialized indication notches.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"7\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"citation-499 citation-end-499\"\u003eThese allow for strong stitch-welding while minimizing the amount of heat soak into the arm, preventing the factory metal from warping during the installation process.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"8\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,2,0\" id=\"p-rc_39fab2acea314fde-245\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-498\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-498\"\u003e- Heavy-Duty Construction:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-498 citation-end-498\"\u003e Manufactured from .090-inch thick high-quality mild steel, providing the perfect balance between massive strength increases and minimal weight gain.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"9\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e- Cost-Effective Performance:\u003c\/b\u003e Provides similar rigidity benefits to high-end billet control arms at a fraction of the price, making them the preferred choice for Spec-series racers and weekend track warriors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e- Improved Steering Feedback:\u003c\/b\u003e With the arm no longer flexing, the driver receives a more direct and un-muffled signal through the steering rack, allowing for better \"at the limit\" car control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,0,0\" id=\"p-rc_39fab2acea314fde-246\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e- Part Number:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-497 citation-end-497\"\u003e CA-GR86-FL-G\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"10\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,1,0\" id=\"p-rc_39fab2acea314fde-247\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-496\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-496\"\u003e- Material:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-496 citation-end-496\"\u003e .090 Mild Steel\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"11\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e- Finish:\u003c\/b\u003e Raw (Requires painting or coating after welding)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e- Installation:\u003c\/b\u003e Weld-In (Professional welding recommended)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e- Country of Origin:\u003c\/b\u003e USA\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eVehicle Compatibility\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,0,0\" id=\"p-rc_39fab2acea314fde-248\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-495\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-495\"\u003e- Toyota GR86\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-495 citation-end-495\"\u003e (2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026+)\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"12\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,1,0\" id=\"p-rc_39fab2acea314fde-249\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-494\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-494\"\u003e- Subaru BRZ\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-494 citation-end-494\"\u003e (2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026+)\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"13\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e- Toyota 86 \/ Scion FR-S\u003c\/b\u003e (2013-2021)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e- Subaru BRZ\u003c\/b\u003e (2013-2021)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,0\" id=\"p-rc_39fab2acea314fde-250\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-493\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-493\"\u003ePrecision Tip:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-493 citation-end-493\"\u003e These plates arrive in a raw steel finish and must be welded to your factory arms.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"14\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"citation-492 citation-end-492\"\u003eAfter welding is complete and the arms have cooled, we highly recommend using \"Steel-It\" polyurethane coating or a high-quality powder coat to prevent oxidation.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"15\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e This is also the perfect time to replace your squishy factory rubber bushings with \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,0\" data-index-in-node=\"343\"\u003ePCI Spherical Bearings\u003c\/b\u003e or \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,0\" data-index-in-node=\"369\"\u003eWhiteline Synthetic Elastomer Bushings\u003c\/b\u003e for the ultimate front-end setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"Pro Car Innovations","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":70895486271510,"sku":"CA-GR86-FL-G","price":103.98,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0842\/8840\/5526\/files\/GR86-FLCA-GUSSET-2-rotated.jpg?v=1776745893","url":"https:\/\/www.precisionautoparts.ca\/products\/pci-front-lower-arm-gusset-plates","provider":"Precision Auto Parts","version":"1.0","type":"link"}