Should I buy a new stock one for $200 or spring for an upgrade? If so, which ones do you guys reccomend? All opinions are appreciated.

 

I say always go better if you're replacing anything IMO. You can get a set of extended A-arms for appx. $600 and your quad will handle much better. I noticed in your sig that you already have an axle, so I suggest going for aftermarket A-arms as well if you have the funds.
There are several brands to choose from with the prices varying.

 

I also belive always go better. However, it is actually a friend that bent his A-arm today on a stock raptor. if he goes better, he will also need to buy an axle. Axles I know, lonenstar or rpm. A-arms, I do not know. Ricky stators are 495, lonestars are 600, are there other makes and which are the best buy? He does not want to sacrafice quality.

 

has he checked ebay? if you are in the market for some then you buy some and sell him the one he bent for 100 and sell the rest on ebay, just an idea

i bought the last one i bent at quad pros, the number is in the back of dirtwheels its an atv salvage placei think it was about 100

 

fooch- I have some goodies you might want +3+1 a-arms,gyt-r front bumper,wb nurfs,dg sixpac rack-coolant cover- brake res cover,heel guard-front and rear light mounts! all chrome dipped (not polished) pro design air filter, gyt-r full body skid plate, 2- 1/2 inch rear wheel spacers!! all them goodies for $900. now think about for a min 600-900 just for new a-arms?? pm me with your e-mail I could send you some pics!

 

this goes back to part of my question, who makes the best a-arms for the raptor?

 

I would say lonestar but at 750 for the full adjustables +170 to chrome+100 for extended brake lines you looking at $1000 when it all done with!!

 

how are the ricky stators? I guess you would need the extended brake lines there as well?

 

Best A-Arms? Roll Design! No question. only problem is...you have to buy the Elka's or Custom axis shocks to get the A-arms. it's a package deal.

But, you're gonna have to buy shocks if you widen your a-arms anyway. This is where you really need to invest your money. expect to pay $1000-$1700 for the fronts (shocks). you will then need to but extended brake lines as well.

I would rate Lonestar 2nd or 3rd. Howardstern has a good deal for ya. i would consider that. If not, i'll let my stock A-arms go for $200 uppers&lowers. i'm not interested in selling just one-side or just the uppers. it would have to be all or nothing.

your at a cross road my friend...stay stock or invest in A-arms & shocks. Alba has a good package deal as well. Check out their Pro Comp set-up.

good luck

 

I have stators +2+1 and love them the best for the money yes roll is the best if you have 1500 to spend on them.. For the price they can't be beat.