TRZ Motorsports Tubular Front Control Arms - Coilover Lowers Only (1978 - 1988 Malibu G-Body) - 319-CO-Lowers
Coilover-Only Lower Control Arms for 1978 - 1988 Malibu G-Body
The TRZ Motorsports 319-CO-Lowers are coilover-specific tubular lower control arms engineered for 1978 - 1988 Chevrolet Malibu G-Body drag racing builds. Constructed from TIG-welded chrome-moly tubing, these arms provide superior rigidity, reduced weight, and optimized suspension geometry for maximum launch performance.
Designed exclusively for coilover shocks, these lowers accept all 1" wide à 1/2" ID bearing-style lower coilover mounts. For QA1 coilovers, TRZ recommends the COM8T-102PK bearing kit for proper fitment. Depending on the selected coilover geometry, 316-style coilover lowers drop the front end roughly 2 inches, while 319/S10-style lowers offer a more aggressive 2 - 3 inch drop.
When used with TRZ's PRO Series upper control arms, the full system can achieve 6 - 7 degrees of positive caster, dramatically improving straight-line stability. The uppers also include travel limiters for precise weight-transfer control during launches.
Note: TRZ A-arms are intended for drag racing only. These arms do not include sway bar tabs and are not suitable for street use.
Performance Highlights
- Coilover-only design for 1" Ã 1/2" bearing-style shocks
- TIG-welded chrome-moly tubing for maximum strength
- ~2-inch drop with 316 lowers
- 2 - 3-inch drop with 319/S10-style geometry
- Up to 15 lbs per side weight reduction in full kit
- Supports 6 - 7° caster with full TRZ upper/lower system
- Engineered for drag-race weight transfer and launch stability
Quick Specs
- Application: 1978 - 1988 Chevrolet Malibu (G-Body)
- Position: Coilover-specific lower control arms
- Material: TIG-welded chrome-moly tubing
- Shock Compatibility: 1" Ã 1/2" bearing-style coilover mounts
- Ride Height Drop: ~2" (316) or 2 - 3" (319/S10)
- Caster Capability: 6 - 7° with complete TRZ kit
- Use Case: Drag racing only; no sway bar tabs
- Part Number: 319-CO-Lowers
Fitment
- 1978 Chevrolet Malibu
- 1979 Chevrolet Malibu
- 1980 Chevrolet Malibu
- 1981 Chevrolet Malibu
- 1982 Chevrolet Malibu
- 1983 Chevrolet Malibu
- 1984 Chevrolet Malibu
- 1985 Chevrolet Malibu
- 1986 Chevrolet Malibu
- 1987 Chevrolet Malibu
- 1988 Chevrolet Malibu
Frequently Asked Questions
Can these coilover lowers be used with factory springs?
No. These are coilover-only lower control arms. For stock-style springs, use TRZ's 319-STK-Lowers.
Do the lowers alone provide the 6 - 7° caster correction?
No. Achieving the full caster range requires the complete TRZ upper and lower control arm system.
Why Buy from Beefcake Racing?
Beefcake Racing is your go-to source for TRZ Motorsports G-Body drag suspension parts. We offer expert fitment support, fast shipping, and hands-on racing knowledge to help you build the perfect Malibu setup. Contact us at sales@beefcakeracing.com or call 1-855-827-7223 for guidance.
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