Ridetech 11296698 Rear Upper StrongArm Trailing Arm 1965-1966 Chevy B-Body

Vehicle Fitment

• 1965-1966 Chevrolet Impala
• 1965-1966 Chevrolet Bel Air
• 1965-1966 Chevrolet Biscayne
• 1966 Chevrolet Caprice

Fitment Notes

• Position: Rear Upper trailing arm - direct replacement for the factory rear upper control arm
• Sold individually - most 1965-1966 B-Body cars were equipped with one factory rear upper trailing arm; vehicles with two factory upper arms will need to purchase a second arm separately
• Compatible with Ridetech Air Suspension, CoolRide, ShockWave, and Coil-Over suspension systems
• Adjustable length via the R-Joint rod end - allows pinion angle correction and axle positioning at lowered ride heights

Features

• Precision-formed tubular steel construction provides significantly greater strength and torsional rigidity than the factory stamped-steel upper trailing arm
• R-Joint Technology rod end provides 360° axial rotation and 30° of total lateral rotation - eliminates the bushing bind that degrades ride quality and performance in rubber-bushed arms
• Polished stainless ball with RTX10 composite cage delivers consistent low-friction movement throughout the full suspension travel range - no lubrication required, spring-loaded closure keeps the mechanism rattle-free for life
• Self-cleaning design resists contamination from water, grit, dirt, and debris
• Adjustable rod end allows fine-tuning of arm length for proper axle centering and pinion angle setting after the vehicle is lowered
• Developed on an actual running 1965-1966 B-Body vehicle in Jasper, Indiana for verified real-world fitment
• Satin black powder coat finish for long-term corrosion resistance
• Made in the USA

Specifications

• Position: Rear Upper
• Material: Steel, tubular
• Finish: Satin black powder coat
• End Link: R-Joint - 360° axial rotation, 30° total lateral rotation
• End Link Material: Polished stainless ball, RTX10 composite cage (no lubrication required)
• Adjustable: Yes - adjustable rod end for length/angle setting
• Quantity: Sold individually
• Warranty: 1 year (non-transferable from date of purchase)

Included Components

• 1x Rear Upper StrongArm Tubular Trailing Arm with R-Joint rod end

Product Description

The Ridetech 11296698 Rear Upper StrongArm is a tubular steel replacement trailing arm engineered specifically for the 1965-1966 Chevrolet B-Body platform - covering the Impala, Bel Air, Biscayne, and Caprice. It serves as a direct bolt-in replacement for the factory rear upper trailing arm and is compatible with Ridetech's full range of rear suspension upgrades including CoolRide air springs, ShockWave systems, and HQ Series coil-overs.

The key upgrade over the factory arm is the R-Joint Technology rod end, which replaces the rubber bushing connection with a polished stainless ball in an RTX10 composite cage. This delivers 360° axial rotation and 30° of total lateral rotation - fully articulating through the suspension travel range without bind, unlike rubber bushings which resist movement and compromise ride quality and handling under load. The arm is also adjustable in length, enabling precise pinion angle correction and axle centering after lowering. Sold individually; most 1965-1966 B-Body cars used one factory upper trailing arm, but some were built with two - check your vehicle before ordering.