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MM Front Control Arms, 1994-2004 Mustang

MM Front Control Arms, 1994-2004 Mustang
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  • MM Front Control Arms, 1994-2004 Mustang

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$399.00

  • Part # MMFCA-SN95

Select Option(s):

Pivot Bushing Material
Control Arm Offset

Description 

Maximum Motorsports Front Control Arms set the standard for quality and performance. Give your Mustang the #MMAdvantage.

2 versions and 2 options let you choose what's best for your Mustang!

Better by design
  • Reduce unsprung weight with these lighter-than-stock control arms.
  • Lower overall weight by nearly 40 lbs. with the combination of MM Control Arms, MM K-member, and an MM Coil-over Conversion Kit.
  • Improve steering response and enjoy better control of dynamic alignment through less deflection with urethane or Delrin pivot bushings (your choice).
  • Increase tire clearance for a tighter turning radius.
  • Latest-version OEM low-friction ball joints improve performance and ride quality over aftermarket products.
  • True "A" arm design increases rigidity and equalizes the loads into the K-member compared to standard "V" arms.
  • Because of gusseting in critical areas, MM Control Arms will plastically deform in a severe accident rather than fracture, absorbing more energy.
  • Choose from two versions to meet your fitment requirements and performance goals. Some can be used with the stock Ford K-member, while others require a Maximum Motorsports Tubular K-member.
Notes
  • Requires a front coil-over conversion and caster/camber plates; does NOT fit stock-location springs.
  • 2 versions, each with its own fitment requirements. Read the descriptions carefully before choosing!
  • An MM Front Swaybar Relocation Kit may be required, depending on the combination of control arm version and K-member. See the Front Swaybar Relocation Kit page for details.

1994-2004 SN95 Mustang Control Arm Choices
There are 2 basic versions of MM Front Control Arms available for SN95 Mustangs, plus our specialized Drag Race front control arms. Additionally, the MM FCAs designed for the 1979-1993 Fox Mustang may also be used on an SN95 Mustang. MM's Fox control arms pull each front wheel 0.9" further inboard per side than the wheel location set by the MM SN95 Mustang FCAs. Installing Fox FCAs often requires modifying the tie-rod or swapping o a Fox-length tie-rod. The MM SN95 FCAs have an additional swaybar endlink mounting hole, located for use with a Fox chassis front swaybar.

The 2 Versions
The difference between the versions is the ball joint offset in the fore/aft direction. By that we mean the fore/aft location of the ball joint, relative to the rear axle. Moving the ball joint away from the stock fore/aft location affects both wheelbase and caster, as well as tire clearance. Which is best for your Mustang depends both on your combination of parts and your performance goals. If you need help making the decision, contact us.

Non-Offset
  • Installed with an MM Tubular K-member: Moves front wheels forward by 3/4".
  • Installed with a stock Ford K-member: retains the stock wheelbase.
  • Primary uses: with Ford K-member to maintain stock appearance and stock caster. With MM K-member to provide increased caster.
Forward-Offset
  • Installed with an MM Tubular K-member: Moves front wheels forward by 1.5".
  • Installed with a stock Ford K-member: Moves front wheels forward by 3/4".
  • Primary uses: with Ford K-member to provide increased caster. With MM K-member to provide significantly increased caster and move center of gravity slightly rearward, with a small potential for some tire interference (depends on tire size and wheel offset), usually correctable with very minimal modifications.
Select Bushing Material
  • Urethane: Intended for street use. These bushings will make your Mustang far more responsive to steering inputs because of reduced deflection, while keeping it quiet and comfortable.
  • Delrin: Intended for racing. These bushings have zero deflection and a longer life expectancy in racing applications than urethane. Expect an increase in ride harshness and noise transmission compared to urethane.

Stock k-member Note
Only urethane bushings should be used because stock k-members do not have a flat surface at the bushing mounts. Urethane easily deflects to accommodate the surface irregularities, while Delrin is too hard to deflect and will cause significant fitment problems.

Select the Ball Joint Offset
Choose one of the 2 available offsets. Be sure you are familiar with the effects of your choice; read the descriptions of each. If you have questions, contact us.
  • Reduces unsprung weight.
  • Reduces overall weight by nearly 40 lbs. with the combination of MM Control arms, MM K-member, and MM Coil-over Conversion Kit.
  • Improves steering response and controls dynamic alignment better.
  • Increases tire clearance, allowing a smaller turning radius.
  • Maintains the good performance and ride quality of the stock low-friction ball joints.
  • Increases rigidity and equalizes the loads into the K-member by being a true "A" arm design.
  • Will plastically deform in a severe accident rather than fracture, absorbing more energy.
  • 2 versions available to meet your fitment requirements and performance goals.
  • Light-weight tubular construction.
  • Pivot bushings made of either urethane or Delrin; your choice.
  • Placement of rearward control arm tube increases tire clearance.
  • Assembled with the latest-version OEM low-friction ball joint, with an expected lifespan of over 200,000 miles.
  • True "A" arm design provides greater rigidity than the standard "V" arms.
  • Gussets in critical areas prevent fracturing in a severe accident, instead aiding plastic deformation to absorb energy.
  • 2 different versions allow placing the tire in the optimum fore/aft location.
Fits

Stock 1994-2004 Mustang K-members

Stock 1979-1993 Mustang K-members (some k-members require minor modification); fender modifications usually required

Most aftermarket K-members for 1979-2004 Mustangs

Stock 1983-1988 Thunderbird K-members; fender modifications usually required

Some k-members may require modification.

Stock k-member Note
Only urethane bushings should be used because stock k-members do not have a flat surface at the bushing mounts. Urethane easily deflects to accommodate the surface irregularities, while Delrin is too hard to deflect and will cause significant fitment problems.

Required modification to some stock 1979-1993 k-members
See the Fitment tab on the MM Fox front control arms page for information.

Aftermarket K-members
Be alert to possible incompatibility with some aftermarket K-members due to the 2 different offsets available for MM Front Control Arms. See "The 2 Versions" section on the Description tab, and choose the appropriate MM control arm set for your K-member.

Will MM Front Control Arms fit other K-member brands?
All MM Front Control Arms designed for Fox and SN95 Mustangs have the stock bushing length and fore/aft spacing. Therefore, they fit all stock Fox and SN95 K-members, as well as aftermarket K-members that correctly duplicate the stock bushing geometry and spacing. Be alert: MM K-members are not the only ones that move the front control arm mounting points in the fore/aft direction from the stock location.

Can I install a stock location spring on an MM Front Control Arm?
NO! The MM Front Control Arms are lighter than stock Ford control arms because they are designed for use with coil-overs. With coil-overs there is no need for the arm to withstand the large bending load caused by a spring mounted in the middle of the control arm, which allows the arm to be made much lighter.

Can I install aftermarket ball joints in the MM Front Control Arms?
Yes. They should be pressed in, using Loctite's green bearing and sleeve retainer. Do not weld the ball joints in place.

We welcome your questions about this product. If you have a question, please use our Contact Us page to email your question. We'll answer your question by return email, and also consider it for possible addition to this FAQ section.

MM Mustang Tubular Front Control Arm Tech

You can read Maximum Motorsports' highly detailed MMFCA Front Control Arm installation instructions before purchase.

Note differences in control arm position

Fore and Aft Wheel Location

The fore-aft location of your Mustang's front tires may change after installation of MM Front Control Arms, and will definitely change after installation of an MM K-member. How much it changes in either scenario depends on the specific combination of parts you install. The images below show the results of several combinations installed on a 1994-2004 Mustang.

Left image: No change in tire location, using either:

  • Stock K-member and stock front control arms
  • Stock K-member and MM Non-Offset Front Control Arms

Middle image: Tire moved forward 0.75", using either:

  • MM K-member and MM Non-Offset Front Control Arms. The MM K-member adds 0.75" of forward offset.
  • Stock K-member and MM Forward-Offset Front Control Arms. The MM Forward-Offset Front Control Arms add 0.75" of forward offset.

Right image: Tire moved forward 1.5", using:

  • MM K-member and MM Forward-Offset Front Control Arms. The MM K-member adds 0.75" of forward offset and the MM Forward-Offset Front Control Arms add another 0.75" of forward offset, totaling 1.5" forward offset.