About this product
A weld-in lower control arm pocket replacement kit for the 2017–2020 Gen 2 and 2021–2026 Gen 3 Ford F-150 Raptor and Raptor R, made from 4130 chromoly. It replaces and reinforces the frame pockets where the lower control arms attach, one of the most stressed suspension points on the truck.
That area takes the brunt of hard hits during aggressive off-roading, especially on trucks with aftermarket bumpers. When the edge of the pocket is exposed, it is more prone to rolling or ripping off on impact, which can lead to structural damage or complete failure.
What Is In The Kit
- (1) Right front frame pocket assembly
- (1) Left front frame pocket assembly
- (1) Pair of longer arm mount bolts
- (1) Install alignment plate
Pockets are shipped raw.
Why Replace The Lower Arm Pockets
The lower control arm pockets are the frame brackets that hold the front of the suspension to the truck. Every hard hit the front wheels take is fed through them, which makes them one of the most stressed suspension points on the truck.
The risk is highest when the edge of the pocket is exposed, especially on trucks with aftermarket bumpers. An exposed edge is more prone to rolling or ripping off on impact, which can lead to structural damage or complete failure.
This kit replaces the factory pockets with reinforced 4130 chromoly assemblies, adding strength and durability at the lower control arm mounting points.
How It Is Built
- 4130 chromoly
- Includes a .250" thick lower ring support plate
- MIG welded
- Right and left pockets to weld into the frame
- Tool plate for proper alignment during installation
- Two longer lower arm mount bolts
Compatibility
Works with stock lower arms or aftermarket arms, including:
Works with +3" long travel kits:
Compatible with Raptor alignment blocks and slot delete kits, and works with the Gen 2 Raptor and Gen 3 Raptor / Raptor R stock front skid plates.
Fitment
- Gen 2 Ford F-150 Raptor frames: 2017–2020
- Gen 3 Ford F-150 Raptor frames: 2021–2026
- Raptor R frames: 2023–2026
- Also fits 2015–2025 Ford F-150 4x4 frames. See also the F-150 LCA pocket kit.
Not compatible with regular 2WD F-150 frames.
Installation
This kit requires welding and removal of the stock lower control arm pocket, and must be installed by a qualified fabricator. The pockets ship raw, and the included alignment plate locates them correctly in the frame.
Questions
Which trucks does it fit?
Gen 2 Raptor frames (2017–2020), Gen 3 Raptor frames (2021–2026) and Raptor R frames (2023–2026). It also fits 2015–2025 Ford F-150 4x4 frames.
Does it work with stock lower arms?
Yes. It works with stock arms and with aftermarket arms, including our fabricated lower A-arm kits and +3" long travel kits.
Can I install it myself?
Only if you are a qualified fabricator. The stock pocket has to be removed and the new pockets welded into the frame.
Does it come painted?
No. The pockets ship raw.
Will my stock front skid plate still fit?
Yes. It works with the Gen 2 Raptor and Gen 3 Raptor / Raptor R stock front skid plates.
Does it work with alignment blocks or slot delete kits?
Yes. It is compatible with Raptor alignment blocks and slot delete kits.
Does it fit a 2WD F-150?
No. It is not compatible with regular 2WD F-150 frames.
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