Rear control arms are one of the most important suspension upgrades for a GM G-Body. Factory stamped-steel arms suffer from bushing deflection and corrosion that contribute to traction loss and vague handling. This tubular upper and lower kit is a direct bolt-on replacement built to minimize wheel hop, improve cornering, and keep the car more consistent whether it is a weekend cruiser or a track car. The greaseable polyurethane bushings are a significant improvement over worn OEM rubber, adding ride control while reducing traction loss. The lower arms include sway bar mounting holes sized for the factory bar and most aftermarket bars. UMI Performance manufactures this kit in the USA.
Specifications:
- Rear tubular upper and lower control arm kit
- Built from 1.625" OD x 0.120" wall DOM mild steel tubing
- CNC machined for precise tolerances
- Fully TIG and MIG welded construction
- Greaseable high-quality polyurethane bushings with grease fittings
- Lower arms include sway bar mounting holes for stock and most aftermarket bars
- Direct bolt-on; installs in about 2 hours with OEM hardware
- Red powder coat finish
- Made in the USA
- Part number: 301516-R
Vehicle Applications:
- 1978 Buick Regal
- 1979 Buick Regal
- 1980 Buick Regal
- 1981 Buick Regal
- 1982 Buick Regal
- 1983 Buick Regal
- 1984 Buick Regal
- 1985 Buick Regal
- 1986 Buick Regal
- 1987 Buick Regal
- 1988 Buick Regal
- 1978 Chevrolet Malibu
- 1979 Chevrolet Malibu
- 1980 Chevrolet Malibu
- 1981 Chevrolet Malibu
- 1982 Chevrolet Malibu
- 1983 Chevrolet Malibu
- 1978 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
- 1979 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
- 1980 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
- 1981 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
- 1982 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
- 1983 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
- 1984 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
- 1985 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
- 1986 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
- 1987 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
- 1988 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
- 1978 Oldsmobile Cutlass
- 1979 Oldsmobile Cutlass
- 1980 Oldsmobile Cutlass
- 1981 Oldsmobile Cutlass
- 1978 Pontiac Grand Prix
- 1979 Pontiac Grand Prix
- 1980 Pontiac Grand Prix
- 1981 Pontiac Grand Prix
- 1982 Pontiac Grand Prix
- 1983 Pontiac Grand Prix
- 1984 Pontiac Grand Prix
- 1985 Pontiac Grand Prix
- 1986 Pontiac Grand Prix
- 1987 Pontiac Grand Prix
- 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix
- 1978 Pontiac LeMans
- 1979 Pontiac LeMans
- 1980 Pontiac LeMans
- 1981 Pontiac LeMans
- 1988 Pontiac LeMans
FAQ
What vehicles does the 301516 control arm kit fit?
It is a direct bolt-on rear upper and lower control arm kit for 1978 to 1988 GM G-Body cars, including the Buick Regal, Chevrolet Malibu and Monte Carlo, Oldsmobile Cutlass, and Pontiac Grand Prix and LeMans. See the Vehicle Applications list for full year and model coverage.
How long does installation take?
The kit installs in about two hours using the factory hardware, and installation instructions are included.
What are the bushings made of?
The arms use greaseable high-quality polyurethane bushings with grease fittings, which improve on worn OEM rubber and help reduce traction loss while maintaining ride quality.
What is the difference between 301516-B and 301516-R?
The kits are identical except for finish. 301516-B is black powder coat and 301516-R is red powder coat.
