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Dec 28, 2020 | 05:31 PM

defence1123

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Help Figuring out Bushings

Can someone tell me what these bushings and this bar are? I have attached pictures of both the bar, bushings, and engine bay. Thank you.

Dec 28, 2020 | 06:42 PM

mikep3

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Upper control arm bushings. You can find them at our supporting corvette vendors, most "box" auto parts stores. You can also find how to videos on YouTube.

Dec 28, 2020 | 07:11 PM

DonnieP73

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As stated above, A-arm bushings. You have upper and lower bushings. Here is a photo of both that I replaced on my 73.

Donnie

Dec 29, 2020 | 08:43 AM

Bikespace

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1980? I think that was the first year for the coffee can vacuum reservoir.

I'm not 100% sure what that bar is, but it should probably be welded at both ends. Here's the least terrible photo I found that sorta shows it. This is looking up from beneath, with the hood raised (visible behind the coffee can).

Dec 29, 2020 | 10:01 AM

interpon

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It would be helpful if you post your year and details..

that rod looks like a support rod...? Better pic may clarify

dont toss out all that emissions stuff its worth money...what are you planning? That fuel line looks dangerous...

here is some bushings stuff

https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...-method-2.html

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Dec 30, 2020 | 12:14 PM

leadfoot4

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I STRONGLY suggest that you get the rubber fuel line, and fuel filter, MUCH FURTHER away from the exhaust manifold, than they presently are. They get hot enough, and a-arm bushings won't be a concern....