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Old May 5, 2011 | 11:49 AM
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Thanks to the posts here and in C6 General, I've finally figured out the source of the clunks in my C5 (after eliminating the rear axle nuts as an issue). I reached under the car and found the right front link pretty stiff, but the LF, LR and RR links can easily be twisted about -- loose enough to suggest the socket joints are toast.

What I haven't sorted out is: which links to get to replace the OE end links. I understand there is now a GM HD end link (same as on the C6?), as well as aftermarket (e.g., LG's end links).

Reasons to prefer any one source over the other? The C5 is a daily driver that sees the *occassional* track day, so there's not really a need for track-oriented suspension pieces on this car.

Thanks for any recommendations!
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Old May 5, 2011 | 11:50 AM
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c5 aluminum links.

use a sponsor.
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Old May 5, 2011 | 11:54 AM
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Originally Posted by imavettegirl
c5 aluminum links.

use a sponsor.
Thanks -- I should have mentioned, the car is an '04, with Al links.

I'm trying to figure out whether to do these again, or go with something better?
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Old May 5, 2011 | 01:18 PM
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The most updated OEM design is universal for ALL C5s and C6s including the ZR1. Link p/n 20822934, locking nut p/n 11515744.
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Old May 5, 2011 | 02:49 PM
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Originally Posted by PhilsFRC
The most updated OEM design is universal for ALL C5s and C6s including the ZR1. Link p/n 20822934, locking nut p/n 11515744.
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