took my 2008 H3 in to get an alignment, and have them check out a rather loud bump I recently started hearing from the front end when I go over bumps. I suspected it may be my level kit, or maybe had the TB cranked up too much.

Turns out, I need new upper and lower arms, both sides

 

This is why I never messed with the torsion bars.. Seems like it has the more potential for problems than benefits.

$$$$$

 

Adjusting the torsion bars, if done correctly, not exceeding the accepted measurement of 23-1/2". DOES NOT cause any issues. And it would not impact either of the control arms even if you went too high.

 

1. Leveling kits are a waste of your hard earned money. Mistake #1
2. What is the measurement of your H3 now? Over 23.5" then Mistake #2
3. Get a second opinion on the control arms. The upper has a non serviceable ball joint so you WILL have to replace the entire unit. The lower can have the ball joint and bushings replaced without buying an entire lower arm.

What did this alignment shop tell you the issue/issues are that you need to replace BOTH the upper and lower arms on both sides? How long have you owned the H3? Miles? Condition?

 

30K miles without leveling, 40K miles on my truck leveled at 23", I wheel every other week for over 2 years now and just had the UCAs replaced due to worn bushings/ball joints. I think 70K miles on one set of UCA is great considering how much I wheel!