New from Shibata: Adjustable Lower Arms, BB Upper Arms, and PM Shaft for Drift Tuning

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Adjustable Main Lower Arm Short Type

Unlock a new dimension of chassis tuning and traction control with the Shibata Adjustable Main Lower Arm Short Type collection. These precision-engineered arms provide the essential leverage to expand your suspension geometry options, giving you the tools to tailor your vehicle's behavior for exceptional grip and agile handling. Choose from a spectrum of vivid colors to accent your build's style while integrating a decisive competitive edge directly into your chassis.

Key Features

  • Strategic Shortened Design: Built 8.5mm shorter than conventional arms to dramatically widen the spectrum of available geometry settings.

  • Exact Adjustment Control: Facilitates meticulous suspension calibration for superior cornering and stability.

  • Maximized Grip Output: Developed with the explicit goal of achieving a measurable boost in rear traction when paired with a super-wide sus mount.

  • Distinctive Finish Choices: Offered in sleek Black, brilliant Purple, and fiery Red to personalize your machine.

Reasons This Belongs on Your Chassis

  • Broaden Your Tuning Vocabulary: Opens up a new array of adjustment possibilities, pushing your setup past conventional boundaries.

  • Combined Effect: Enables a total reduction of up to 12.5mm when installed with the Adjustable Side Lower Arm type (R31S330) for a radically lowered center of gravity.

  • Professional-Grade Hardware: Manufactured to the rigorous tolerances demanded by serious racers who leave nothing to chance.

  • Focused Innovation: A dedicated solution created from a single-minded pursuit of sharper handling and increased tire adhesion.

Product Information

  • Product Line: Shibata Adjustable Main Lower Arm Short Type

  • Color Options: Black (R31S339BK), Purple (R31S339PU), Red (R31S339RD)

  • Core Specification: 8.5mm shorter than standard main lower arms

  • Required Compatibility: Must be used with either the Adjustable Geometry Lower Arm (R31S322) or the Adjustable Side Lower Arm type (R31S330). Cannot be used alone.

Complete your chassis with the parts that deliver a measurable advantage. The Shibata Short Type Arms are more than an upgrade; they are a critical investment for the driver who knows that peak performance is built from the ground up.

Shibata R31S339BK Adjustable Main Lower Arm Short Type (Black) 
Shibata R31S339PU Adjustable Main Lower Arm Short Type (Purple) 
Shibata R31S339RD Adjustable Main Lower Arm Short Type (Red) 

High-precision BB Upper Arm Short Type

Introduce a new standard of suspension accuracy and style with the Shibata High-Precision BB Upper Arm Short Type series. These innovative arms redefine your setup potential, offering the critical adjustment needed to achieve a narrower track width and refined handling characteristics. Finished in your choice of standout colors, they deliver both visual distinction and a tangible mechanical benefit, allowing you to sculpt your car's behavior with newfound clarity.

Key Features

  • Narrow-Track Configuration: Enables a significantly narrower setup, overcoming the physical limitations of standard upper arms.

  • Integrated Ball Bearings: High-precision BB construction ensures exceptionally smooth and consistent suspension movement.

  • Strategic Shortened Design: Approximately 6mm shorter in total length compared to conventional upper arms for altered geometry.

  • Dual-Purpose Application: Suitable for achieving a narrow track in the rear or for targeted weight reduction when used on the front.

  • Premium Aesthetic Selection: Available in classic Black, distinctive Purple, and bold Red to accent any build.

Reasons This Belongs on Your Chassis

  • Access Advanced Setups: Unlocks narrow-track configurations that were previously unachievable, expanding your tuning repertoire.

  • Proven Competitive Pedigree: Features technology adopted and validated on the championship-oriented GRK5 platform.

  • Optimize Suspension Kinematics: The integrated ball bearings minimize friction for truer, more responsive suspension feedback.

  • Maximize Versatility: A single component that serves multiple goals, from altering geometry to reducing unsprung mass.

Product Information

  • Product Line: Shibata High-Precision BB Upper Arm Short Type

  • Color Options: Black (R31S340BK), Purple (R31S340PU), Red (R31S340RD)

  • Core Specification: ~6mm shorter than standard upper arms

  • Feature: Integrated high-precision ball bearings (BB)

  • Application: Enables narrow settings on rear A-arm vehicles; can be used on front for weight reduction

Refine your platform with the components that offer a genuine advantage in both performance and presentation. The Shibata BB Upper Arm Short Type is the definitive choice for drivers dedicated to pursuing every last fraction of speed through meticulous engineering and superior hardware.

Shibata R31S340BK High-precision BB Upper Arm Short Type (Black) 
Shibata R31S340PU High-precision BB Upper Arm Short Type (Purple) 
Shibata R31S340RD High-precision BB Upper Arm Short Type (Red) 

PM Upper Arm Shaft

Achieve a flawless narrow-track configuration with the specifically engineered Shibata PM Upper Arm Shaft. This essential component is the final piece required to complete your suspension overhaul, designed from the outset to pair perfectly with the Short Type BB Upper Arms. Its reduced 23.5mm length is the critical factor in realizing a true narrow setup, ensuring everything aligns with absolute accuracy for immediate performance benefits.

Key Features

  • Specific Shortened Length: Precisely machined to a 23.5mm dimension to facilitate a correct and reliable narrow-track setting.

  • Direct Development Pairing: Created in unison with the Short Type BB Upper Arms for guaranteed compatibility and optimal function.

  • Premium Material Construction: Fabricated from high-quality materials for strength and durability within your steering assembly.

  • Complete Kit: Contains two shafts, supplying exactly what is needed for one axle.

Reasons This Belongs in Your Build

  • Complete the Conversion: This specific shaft is a mandatory item to successfully install the Short Type BB Upper Arms for a narrow setup.

  • Ensure Perfect Alignment: Guarantees all components work in harmony, providing precise geometry and predictable handling.

  • Factory-Engineered Solution: Offers a trusted, official component designed for this exact purpose, eliminating guesswork and fitment issues.

  • Maximize Your Investment: Allows you to fully utilize the advanced tuning potential of your other Shibata suspension upgrades.

Product Information

  • Product Name: Shibata R31S117 PM Upper Arm Shaft

  • Size: 23.5mm

  • Contents: 2 pieces

  • Note: M3x4mm set screws are required for installation and sold separately.

Secure the correct foundation for your advanced suspension geometry. This dedicated arm shaft transforms your setup ambitions into a reliable, high-performance reality, finalizing a conversion that unlocks a sharper, more aggressive driving character.

Shibata R31S117 PM Upper Arm Shaft 23.5mm (2 pieces)

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