Rear suspension part identification request?
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Rear suspension part identification request?
Hello all, so I picked up a C6 Corvette project, and I'm wondering what the heck is missing from the rear suspension? The car came like this, and I'm wondering if this is a labor intensive part or one I can replace in my driveway. Thanks all!
If it's unclear I am referring to the missing top bolts on both sides.
If it's unclear I am referring to the missing top bolts on both sides.
Last edited by carboyanno; Sep 27, 2016 at 01:27 AM.
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C6 of Year Finalist (performance mods) 2019
The rear sway bar is missing. To determine the correct one the factory installed, look on the inner glovebox lid to find a 3 character code the begins with FE and a number. You may also consider a slightly stiffer sway bar if you intend to do anything beyond cruising.
You'll also need the bushings, clamps, bolts, and end links.
Yes, it's easy to replace in a solid driveway, but not the one in your photo.
You'll also need the bushings, clamps, bolts, and end links.
Yes, it's easy to replace in a solid driveway, but not the one in your photo.
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If you are in southern California, I have a FE1 rear bar with bushings you can have, this is from the base suspension. I may have the brackets also. I do not have the bolts or end links.
Reply here or send me a PM if you are interested.
Gary
Reply here or send me a PM if you are interested.
Gary
Last edited by SilverC54me; Sep 27, 2016 at 02:07 AM.
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Thanks for the responses everyone! The sticker appears to be missing, but I know that the car is a Z51. Would it be possible to use the base sway bar? (Or a cheaper alternative, since I don't plan to track my car or drive it hard?)
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I'm surprised the glovebox sticker is missing, which probably means the whole door was replaced. That also makes me wonder what other things on the car convince you that it has the Z51 option?
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